How to Feed Your Inner Bear

Black Bear Diner Serving Up Home-Style Favorites Since 1995

Are you looking for yummy home-style cooking in a friendly atmosphere? Well, look no further than Black Bear Diner. Are you familiar with Black Bear Diner? If not, there’s a good chance one will be coming soon to your neighborhood. Black Bear Diner offers good food and generous portions at reasonable prices in a warm […]

Handmade Candy Canes at Disneyland? Yes!

[Updated December 4, 2017 – Originally posted Nov. 2015] Candy Canes are classic symbols of Christmas time – and there’s something extra special when the candy canes are made fresh. There are a handful of places in southern California where you can watch candy canes being prepared from scratch. One of these places is the […]

Turkeys Who Escape the Dinner Plate

Did you know that Ben Franklin wanted the turkey to be United States’ official bird? It’s true, Mr. Franklin wanted the turkey instead of the bald eagle as America’s national symbol. Even though the turkey is not America’s official bird, today – over 230 years later – turkeys remain an important part of our culture […]

10 Fun Fall Date Ideas in San Diego

The other day I saw an article on my msn.com home page in the Lifestyle section titled, “10 Fun Fall Date Ideas That Cost Less Than $25”. The title intrigued me so I clicked on it and read through them. Some of the ideas are for nighttime dates, while others are better suited for daytime. […]

Gourmet Meals on Wheels – Food Trucks Galore!

Del Mar Race Track will be the place to be this Saturday (Nov. 7, 2015) if you like food truck fare. That’s right, this weekend 40 Food Trucks from San Diego, Orange, and Los Angeles Counties are gathering, all in one location, for the Fall Food Truck Festival. You’re encouraged to “bring your appetite” and […]