Lou Lou’s Jungle Room, a supper club and live music venue, opens in San Diego’s Lafayette Hotel with Thee Sacred Souls, curated acts, and a chophouse-style menu.

Peace Pies, a beloved raw and vegan café in Encinitas, celebrated its grand reopening after overcoming obstacles like a fire in 2019 and the pandemic.

NOVO Brazil Brewing Company expands to Mission Valley with a new brewery restaurant and sports bar, touting a high-tech environment, an extensive beer menu, and game day features. The grand opening is on January 11.

Sunday Ice Cream has opened in Kearny Mesa, offering innovative Asian-flavored ice creams and a mix of vintage clothing for a unique shopping experience.

Las Ahumaderas taco restaurant opens in Chula Vista, offering Tijuana-style tacos with a variety of fillings like asada and birria, plus snacks and beverages.

Desserts by Clément opens in Pacific Beach, offering classic French pastries, and promising a vibrant dining experience with a playful, polished café interior.

The Butcher's Plate is opening in National City, San Diego, offering a meat-focused menu with ethically sourced options. Grand Opening weekend includes live music, a beer takeover, and family activities.

Starry Lane Bakery in San Diego is recognized on Yelp's list of top gluten-free bakeries in the U.S., catering to those with celiac disease and offering gourmet pastries without gluten.

Tio Leo's Mexican Restaurant in San Diego closes after 44 years, but patrons can visit its other branches. The family-run business cites rising costs and labor challenges as reasons for shutting the original location.

Celebrity chef Lauren Lawless announces a self-serve ramen restaurant, RAMEN WORLD, to open in Mid-City, San Diego, offering a variety of ramen with over 100 toppings.

Hans & Harry’s Bakery in San Diego County represents California on Yelp's list of top holiday desserts in the U.S., featuring their fresh fruit strudel.

Taiwanese chain Bafang Dumpling is set to open its first San Diego location in Mira Mesa, joining other food establishments and expanding its presence in the U.S. market.

Trader Joe's is set to open a new store in Santee, exciting local shoppers who have been traveling to nearby cities for their popular and unique groceries.