Ferrara Winery: Visit San Diego's Oldest Active Wine-Making Family

Posted May 13, 2009 by Barry Berndes

The Ferraras are the the oldest active grape-growing, wine-making family in San Diego County, supplying premium quality wines to California since 1932. Because of this uniqueness, the State of California designated the Winery a State Historical Point of Interest in 1971. This California historic landmark is open for free wine tasting daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

This third-generation winery produces excellent dry, medium-dry and dessert wines. They also have a private outdoor patio for small parties. It’s in a residential area so call for directions.

The Fish Market Restaurant Del Mar Is a Winner

Posted May 12, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Del Mar & Downtown San Diego

The Fish Market Restaurant Del Mar Open Mon. – Thurs. and Sun. .11am- 9 pm and Fri and Saturday 11 am – 10 pm. Fresh seafood fish market its open daily 10 am – 7 pm. Happy hour 3– 6 Mon. Fri Takeout and delivery 11:30 am – 5:30 pm daily. Prices ($30-$50). Casual attire. wheel chair access. private banquet room full bar. patio and outdoor dining is also available.

The Fish Market Restaurant Del Mar With their classy decor is one of of the finest seafood restaurants on the West Coast. Winner of the Gold Medallion Award by the San Diego Restaurant Association for Best Seafood Casual Restaurant in San Diego. You’ll be impressed with their 100-plus seafood menu, oyster bar, cocktail bar and retail fish market.

The menu features seasonal offerings that may include delights such as seared se scallops with celery root puree, poached orangic egg and dijon vinaigrette, as well as curried local mussels and shrimp.

Am appetizing main course is the Maine lobster tail with fresh white truffle emulsion and roaster fingerling potatoes. The fresh Alaskan halibut with grilled polenta, local vine ripened tomatoes, hedgehog mushrooms and pea tendrils are equally recommended.

A great standard, which is always wonderful, is the Dungeness Crab Cioppino, featuring a medley of fish, bay scallops, shellfish, calamari and prawns simmered in a rich marinara sauce.

They offer a number of mouthwatering, non-seafood entrees as well. A perfect conclusion to any meal are their wonderful house made desserts.

Dine here tonight! Their enclosed patio offers views that are unrivaled anywhere on the San Diego Bay. And don’t forget to drop by their remodeled retail market to purchase fresh fish to take home and cook yourself. The Fish Market in Del Mar also has a great happy hour, featuring discounted drink and appetizer specials. Their popular Early Catch menu is also available from 4pm to 6pm, Monday thru Thursday. Be sure to also visit their sister location in Downtown San Diego, on the Embarcadero. Credit cards: AE, Disc, MC, VISA.

Bernardo Winery is The Oldest Winery in Southern California and is Both Beautiful & Charming

Posted May 12, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Established in 1889, Bernardo Winery is San Diego’s oldest operating vineyard and winery. Enjoy lunch inside at Cafe Merlot or dine on the patio. Also, a big attraction here are the winery’s charming village shops. They are open Tuesday to Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

The winery is also available for that important celebration, seminar or meeting. Wine tasting is available daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $8 for 5 tastings.

Solare Ristorante & Lounge is a Michelin Guide Winner Offering Superb Italian Cuisine at Liberty Station

Posted May 12, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Open Daily: Mon. & Tue. 4 p.m. – Tues. 4 p.m – 8 p.m; Wed. & Thurs. 4 p.m. – 11 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 11:30 a.m. –2:45 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. ; Sun. 11:30 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. ($50-$100). Credit cards: AE, DISC, MC, VISA.

Owner Randy Smerik has made an already successful Italian restaurant Solare Ristorants & Lounge into a delightfully fun place to dine and entertain. They also offer live entertainment.

Their authentic Italian Dining Experience featured a host of homemade entrees from delicious antipesti, soups & Broths & sauces to salads, 7 pastas, 5 pizzas to 7 featured entrees plus home-made soups along with their already personalized service to create a fine dining experience.

This fun, classy and exciting restaurant offers multiple seating alternatives. You’ll definitely enjoy dinner for two or four in their private wine cellar, or sit at the “Chef Window” overlooking the kitchen for a special tasting. Watch your personal chef prepare you your made to order special meal. Equally enjoyable is dine on the terrace overlooking Liberty Station.

Their exciting menu features healthy gourmet entrées not found elsewhere.

Also memorable is their Osso Buco di Maiale, and the Angus beef filet with Chef Denise’s savory green peppercorn sauce, and their classic chicken Marsala is excellent too..

Top off your meals with their marvelous tiramisu or one of their other homemade desserts.Be sure to explore their “Hands On Cooking Classes”, offered on a regular basis.

Solare Chef School offers hands on experience in a commercial kitchen with students creating cuisine themselves to take home. Students will cook, not watch monitors! Solare can accommodate large groups, indoor/outdoor, fundraising classes and team building events and airport close for corporate groups. Cost per student: $95, which includes educational tasting of a paired wine to enjoy with the food you helped cook!

The classic setting Solare displays was also the setting for scenes in the 1980s hit movie Top Gun, starring Tom Cruise.

Ashoka the Great Serves Indian Cuisine

Posted May 12, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Ashoka the Great Indian Cuisine When it comes to San Diego Restaurants serving Indian cuisine, look no farther than Ashoka The Great. This is a fabulous restaurant featuring the finest-tasting Indian cuisine in San Diego. Their all-you-can-eat lunch buffet and dinner buffet are very popular. However, it is from their extensive menu that you will find the truly memorable Indian cuisine that has made Ashoka the Great so well-known. And you can also order your meal to taste, be it mild, medium or spicy hot.

A definite crowd-pleaser is the chicken tikka masala. It’s pieces of boneless chicken breast marinated in spices and yogurt and roasted, then blended in one of their many delicious curry sauces. Their curries are hard to beat, as are their tandoori delicacies.

Be sure to order a mango lassi, which is a classic Indian drink made with yogurt. And no Indian meal should be eaten without an order of their garlic naan. Vegetarians will definitely be pleased with their many selections, as well. This award winner is a perfect choice for outstanding Indian cuisine.

Open daily for lunch, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. and dinner, 4 p.m.–10 p.m.; Sat. and Sun., 11 a.m. –10 p.m. ($14– $18). Daily lunch buffet ($9.95) Mon.–Fri. and ($10.95) on Sat. and Sun. Dinner buffet Mon. and Tues. only ($14.95). They also offer corporate lunches.

Wiens Family Cellars are Famous for Their "Big Red" Wines in Temecula Wine Country

Posted May 8, 2009 by Barry Berndes

This winery is literally family run, with four brothers working together to grow, produce and distribute their “Big Red” wines. Their selection of handcrafted wines includes over 15 different varietals like Tempranillo, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, White Port and Amour de l’Orange, which is a sparkling white wine with a touch of orange. Tastings are ($10) for six tastes. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy on their patio.

Being a wine club member is a perfect way to enjoy all the winery has to offer. Start enjoying your wine club benefits by simply purchasing three bottles (at 20 percent off). Wine club members receive two bottles of premium red wine every other month. Plus, they have exclusive wine club parties for members only. The winery is also available for weddings, receptions, banquets and special events. Call (951-694-9892) to take a tour of the wedding facilities. The winery hosts events year-round like their Summer Concert Series, Winemaking Seminars, Wiensfest and the annual New Year’s Eve Celebration! A visit to Wiens Family Cellars is a must.

Be sure to visit the Wiens Family for a wine tasting when you’re next in Temecula, one taste will make you think you’re in Napa. Bring home a few bottles or a case of wine, they will make a great pairing with a fantastic home cooked dinner.

Phil’s BBQ: San Diego’s Most Famous BBQ Restaurant

Posted April 30, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Phil’s BBQ, which opened its doors in 1998, has served more than one million pounds of BBQ sauce to go along with its. Serving thousands of customers a day Phil’s has built a foundation on consistency, quality, freshness and friendly service. Phil’s BBQ offers full service catering via a fleet of high tech trucks fully equipped with hands free phones and GPS systems, ensuring each craving gets satisfied.

The currently have five locations.

1. San Diego International Airport Lobby introducing travelers to the best BBQ in San Diego

2. Santee

3. Ranch Bernardo
4. Sycuan Casino in East County
5. Temecula in Riverside County

Highly regarded and acclaimed as the best barbecue restaurant in San Diego says volumes for how incredible the barbecue at Phil’s tastes. The mesquite grilled taste says it all! Ordering is as simple as walking up to the counter and placing your order for dining in or to go. House favorites include their savory baby back ribs, beefy ribs, pulled pork “Broham Sandwich” along with a host of chicken dinners.

Credit cards: AE, MC, VISA.

Nicolosi’s Italian Restaurant Family Style Meals

Posted April 30, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Nicolosi's Italian Restaurant
Nicolosi’s offers the best tasting family style Italian food in San Diego and being in business for 58 years is a great testimonial as to how popular they are.

Ask anyone and they will tell you that this family owned San Diego favorite has been serving the best-tasting lasagna, ravioli, eggplant, macaroni and cheese, chicken marsala and mouthwatering pizzas in town for three generations.

Plus, every thing is made the old-fashioned way from recipes handed down from generation to generation.

Always delicious is their homemade lasagna and ravioli combinations. They are so delicious that they almost melt in your mouth. And their dinners come with your choice of soup or salad and their homemade bread, which is baked fresh daily.

A real crowd-pleaser is their pizza, which comes in both 12-inch and 16-inch sizes. And all are handmade to order using the best ingredients. And they never skimp on the quality or the quantity of their toppings.

Not to be overlooked are their torpedo sandwiches served hot or cold on their own oven baked rolls. So bring in your family and friends for great tasting food at reasonable prices.

They free parking, a kid’s menu and catering.

Monterey Bay Canners on the Oceanside Harbor is Popular for Fresh Seafood & Famous Oyster Bar

Posted April 30, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Sit back, relax, and enjoy the harbor setting while you dine on perfectly prepared seafood, which is prepared fresh daily. A real treat is a filet of freshly caught tilapia. It’s mild and moist and will almost melt in your mouth. All of their seafood can be ordered mesquite broiled, blackened or sautéed and come with your choice of two sides.

Monterey Bay Canners (1) also offers salads, pastas, steaks, daily specials and the Fisherman’s Choice, which allows you to create your own combo.

Open for lunch Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat., noon-3 p.m. ($8.25-$14.95); dinner Mon.-Thurs., 4 p.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat., 4 p.m.-11 p.m., Sun., 3 p.m.-10 p.m. Champagne Sunday Brunch 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m;. adults ($23.95), children ($6.95). Happy hour 4 p.m.-7 p.m. daily with live entertainment.

The Aloha Restaurant Gift Card is a great gift idea or for corporate incentives! Give some Aloha to friends and family. Available in all denominations. You can even add your “Aloha Card” to your dining bill. Just ask your server!

Point Break Bar & Grill is Where the Local Yachtsmen Eat

Posted April 24, 2009 by Barry Berndes

This casual, no frills dining destination (is a favorite for locals, especially yachtsmen on Shelter Island.

They are open from 7 a.m.–11 p.m.Sunday thru thursday and 7 a.m. to midnight on Friday and Saturday. Breakfasts from ($9) and dinner such as a fish filet ($24).

Big and delicious are the two thoughts that come to mind when you take the first bite of one of their many omelets. A real crowd pleaser is their Italian breakfast! The taste is gourmet. It is made with tiny sausages, artichoke hearts, fresh tomato, cream pesto and smoked gouda cheese.

Another favorite are their buttermilk pancakes with lots of creamy butter and your favorite syrup. No less popular is their delicious blue crab meat eggs Benedict with scallions. It’s topped with a sensational hollandaise sauce and paprika. It’s nothing short of heavenly. This is a great spot for breakfast or lunch, however they are also open for dinner now too.

Just as spectacular are their luncheon selections, like their burgers, which come with french fries, a dill pickle and a fruit garnish. Their burgers are served open faced with fresh lettuce tomato and onion.

They have good salads too! For dinner you should try the grilled salmon with steamed vegetables. Also popular is the rib eye blues, which is a tender steak topped with savory gorgonzola cheese mushrooms and a spinach saute, add a Caesar salad.

There are a whole lot of good reasons to like dining at Point Break. Since it’s located in the heart of the boar yard district along Shelter Island Drive, a stroll or a drive past the moored yachts on San Diego Bay can be a memorable conclusion to a delicious meal.

Credit cards: DISC, MC, VISA.

Pearl Chinese Cuisine Features Hong Kong-Style Dining with Lakefront Views

Posted April 24, 2009 by Barry Berndes

When you dine here, expect to enjoy delicious Hong Kong-style cuisine in a luxurious setting with a romantic lake view. In fact, this is the only restaurant in North County Inland that has a waterfront view. However, the big attraction here is the tantalizing cuisine with attentive service.

A memorable entrée from their Clay Pot & Sizzling Plate selection is the seafood in a savory Portuguese sauce. Also impressive is the prawns with glazed honey and walnuts. Other beautifully presented entrées are the sautéed scallops in a savory chili black bean sauce, the Mongolian beef and the pan-fried lamb chops.

They also have a pork steak in XO brandy sauce. Delicious appetizers and savory desserts will make any meal a memorable one. This restaurant is also an ideal place for wedding receptions, banquets and special events.

Umi Sushi is a Local Shelter Island Favorite

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

OPEN: Mon. – Fri. 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. sat. Noon – 3 p.m.; Sun. 4:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. ($20-$30).

The sushi here is as delicious as it is eye-catching. Inventive and delicious rolls to try are the Crazy Boy and the Mountain roll. They also have sashimi and teppanyaki as well as plenty of non-sushi dishes to choose from.

For an unbeatable experience for parties of six or more, dine in their tatami rooms, which are private rooms where you sit on cushions on the floor. It’s intimate and fun. Their sushi bar seats 20.

Credit cards: DISC, MC, VISA.

Bazaar Del Mundo’s Shops Offer a Unique Shopping Experience in Historic Old Town

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Celebrating their 40th anniversary, Bazaar Del Mundo offers a unique and beautiful shopping experience. Here in this open patio-style hacienda, complete with a fountain, festive flags and colorful flowers, is an incredible array of Latin American folk arts and crafts to beautify your home as well as very select gift items such as jewelry, fashion and home accessories.

You’ll swoon when you see the fantastic selection of glass art, specialty books and cards, American Indian jewelry and art and so much more. The Bazaar Del Mundo Shops are alive and thriving at this beautiful marketplace only steps away from its original location. Come see this colorful showplace of fashions.

There is abundant free parking at the Bazaar and next door at their Casa Guadalajara Mexican restaurant, plus hundreds of free public parking spaces each night after 5 p.m. and all day Saturday and Sunday right across Taylor Street at the CALTRANS district headquarters.


Design Center of the South West	ARIANA: Women’s Fashion Boutique	LIBROS: A Book Lover’s Boutique

Coronado Ferry Landing Bay Side Specialty Mall

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

The striking architectural design of Coronado Ferry Landing is reminiscent of the famous Hotel del Coronado. It’s home to a sensational restaurant row made up of seven bayfront fine and casual dining including Peohe’s, Coronado’s premier waterfront restaurant, and Il Fornaio, serving exquisite gourmet Italian cuisine. If you like to dine and shop, this is the place to be. There are also several excellent shops and galleries offering unique gifts, collectibles, imported fashions, beachwear and more.

Coronado Ferry Landing (1) is located at the foot of B Avenue on the bayfront in Coronado at 1201 First St. (619-435- 8895). The stores open daily at 10 a.m. The restaurants have extended hours and ample free parking.

You can begin your tour of the shops anywhere. And the handy map in this chapter will help you navigate through Coronado Ferry Landing. The letters in the text correspond to the half page map on page 230. Then you can do what most people do and dine at one of the many excellent bay view restaurants. Plus, if you need extra cash there is a Navy Federal Credit Union ATM (W) here too.

Stores open daily at 10 a.m. Located at the foot of B Avenue on the bay in Coronado. Its restaurants have extended hours. Whether you come by car or aboard the San Diego Harbor Excursion’s Ferry from their two locations in downtown, the Coronado Ferry Landing is the perfect place for a fun day trip!


Take the Coronado Ferry	Great Patio Dining	Impressive Bay Views

Attractions and Shops at Coronado Ferry Landing

A top attraction here is the Art for Wildlife Galleries (A) at suite 101 (619-435-4342). This gallery deserves a special visit. The paintings, prints, sculptures, wood carvings and pottery are works of art that anyone would be proud to display in their home or office.

The other must-see gallery is the Stephen Clayton Galleries (G) at suite 111 (619-435-1319). Featured here are world renowned, collectable artists such as Dr. Seuss and Mackenzie Thorp. Plus, they have many gallery shows with the artists in attendance. Meeting the artist is always a treat. They have also done exquisite framing for the past 15 years.

Catering to travelers is Mascot Boutique (B) in suite 103 (619-435-0548). They have a fine collection of Hawaiian print clothing with new arrivals weekly including Baggallini fashion bags, Asian imports, hats, sunglasses and shell inlay jewelry.

Tucked in between these delightful shopping discoveries is Coronado Cupcakery (C) in suite 104 (619-437-0166). They make dozens of delicious varieties of cupcakes to snack on.

Aptly named Regali Gourmet & Gifts (D) in suite 105 offers unique gift ideas such as hand painted ceramics, gift cards, kitchen accessories, gourmet food items, gift baskets for all occasions and souvenir items.

Choco Amore (X) in Suite 106 (619-437-0345). Among their many delicious treats are hand-dipped chocolates, world famous candy apples, chocolate-dipped strawberries, sugar-free chocolates and more.

Coronado Cigar Factory (Y) in Suite 107 (619-437-0229). Originally from Las Vegas, they carry hand-rolled and name brand cigars and smoke accessories like Panama hats and guayabera shirts.

French Room (E) in suite 108 (619-437-4325) is a shoe store carrying first class women’s clothing and 80 styles of name-brand shoes such as Merrell and the always popular Onex shoes. They also carry designer inspired handbags, jewelry and resort wear fashions.

The classic one-stop gift shop has to be La Camisa (F) in suite 109 (619-435-8009). They offer the classic items you’ll need for a Southern Californian vacation as well as gift items to take home. These items include real seashells and beach accesssories.

Since Coronado is a resort town you are bound to find a wide variety of resort shops. Men’s Island Sportswear (O) at suite 218 (619-437-4696) is one of these shops. It has name-brand items from Reyn Spooner, Kahala D’Accord, Bamboo Cay, Scala, Aurey’s Hawaiian shirts and Tshirts with cool names on them. They also carry a wide range of US military hats.

Captain Coronado (Q) in suite 222 (619-435-1268) keeps up with the theme of resort wear and gift items. They offer a fine selection of wind chimes, candles, T-shirts and home decor items.

The newest addition to Coronado Ferry Landing is Treasures From Abroad (N) in suite 217. The new shop will carry traditional apparel, gifts, mementos and handcrafted items imported from India, Egypt and Africa.

Coronado Ferry Landing even has an often in-demand post office called Postal Unlimited (N) in suite 217 (619-435-3100). What’s a gift if it can’t be gift wrapped or mailed home so you don’t have to lug it around?

More good news is that every Tuesday afternoon is a Certified Farmer’s Market (S). From 2:30 p.m.–6 p.m., you can do what the locals do. You can shop for fresh vegetables, fruits and a bouquet of fresh flowers. It’s all grown and sold by local farmers.

Coronado Ferry Landing also offers free concerts throughout the year. So for a fun excursion with plenty to do, put a visit to Coronado Ferry Landing at the top of your to do list to Dine, Shop, Play and Enjoy.

When you think that you’ve seen it all, it’s really only the beginning when you opt to rent a bicycle, surrey or in Roller blades from Bikes & Beyond (V) at suite 122 (619-435-7180). This side of Coronado Island has a bayside sidewalk that is best explored by bike. When you see people riding them, it makes you want to do it, too. Plus, Coronado is totally flat so you can easily explore the majestic tree-lined neighborhoods.

The fun doesn’t stop here. Besides shopping at Coronado Ferry Landing, it’s also home to delicious places to eat and drink. Almost all have romantic bayfront ocean views.


Coronado Cupcakery	The Coronado Ferry	The Boutique Shops

Restaurants at the Coronado Ferry Landing

Everyone’s favorite is the one and only Peohe’s Restaurant (T) in suite 3 (619-437-4474), which overlooks the bay. Diners will be enthralled with its tropical decor that even includes a stream running through it. As you might expect the menu focuses on fresh seafood selections. They even have a full sushi bar and seasonal live entertainment. Their Sunday Brunch is world-renowned for its presentation and its spectacular bay view.

A no less spectacular dining destination with wonderful gourmet Italian cuisine and a romantic bay view to match is Il Fornaio Restaurant (U) at 1333 First St. (619-437-4911). It’s like taking a culinary journey to Italy. Everything is fresh and delicious.

Another bayside restaurant with show stopping views is Candelas on the Bay(H) in suite 115 (619-435-4900). Diners like to sit next to the huge bay window or on their delightful patio and enjoy the romantic bay views. They serve French/Mexican fusion cuisine.

More on the casual side is Village Pizzeria Bayside (I) in suite 6 (619-437-0650). They offer an unbeatable view to go along with their unbeatable pizzas and pastas. You can even buy their pizza by the slice to eat with a cold brew.

Lil Piggy’s BBQ (J) in suite 5 (619-522-0217). Their informal presentation and delicious baby back ribs have made this place a winner!

Also popular is Spiro’s Gyros (L) in suite 4 (619-435-1225). It as an excellent harbor view to go along with the host of delicious Greek delicacies it serves. Add a glass of beer on tap or one of their fine wines for a nice meal on their bayside patio. They are open daily till 8 p.m.

Having a Burger King (R) in suite 201 (619-590-1122) certainly attests to the notion that Coronado Ferry Landing has something for everyone’s taste and pocket book.

After a delicious meal head for their Cold Stone Creamery (P) in suite 220 (619-437-6919). This popular ice cream shop offers over 50 delicious flavors. And every selection is made to order.

Coronado Coffee Company’s (K) is perfect for a freshly ground brew of your favorite coffee in regular or decaf. Then find a nice bench to enjoy your treat and a bay veiw.

Baja Duty Free Offers a Great Selection of Duty Free Products and Everyone Should Shop Here

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

As its name implies, you can get duty-free and tax-free savings on perfumes, cigarettes, liquor and more. A few of the name-brand items include Cartier, Yves St. Laurent, Guerlain, Oscar de la Renta, Dom Perignon, Seagrams, Johnnie Walker Red/Black, Chivas Regal as well as domestic and imported beers.

All items purchased are for exportation into Mexico. This is the place where you will save, save, save. Visit their new store in Calexico (760-357-7500).

St. James Gift Shop: The Perfect Place to Buy Something Special

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Located in the Heart of La Jolla, St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, this is not a gift shop you would expect to find in a church. The St. James Gift Shop is the perfect place to buy something for yourself or someone special. Yes, this spacious gift shop has an extensive array of religious gifts and excellent books for adults and children, but their specialty is museum-quality folk art from around the world.

This includes exquisite traditional pottery and figurines from China, South America and Africa. They also have beautiful jewelry including sterling silver bracelets and stunning turquoise. Plus, they have one-of-a-kind leather purses, eye-catching hand-woven blankets and colorful painted candles.

at 743 Prospect St., La Jolla . Open .

Seaport Village is a Bay Front Shopping & Dining Extravaganza at the Embarcadero in Downtown

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Seaport Village Shopping Seaport Village is a charming 14-acre waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment complex. You can also get two hours of free validated parking with any purchase.

Fifty yards south of The Fish Market Restaurant is Seaport Village. Celebrating 30 years, Seaport Village is a one-of-a-kind attraction consists of more than 70 fascinating little shops and charming bayside restaurants, live entertainment and beautiful bayfront scenery all in one place.

This turn-of-the-century, re-created, waterfront village is ideally located in the heart of downtown San Diego’s Embarcadero at Pacific Highway and West Harbor Drive.

And Seaport Village is just a short walk from the San Diego Convention Center, luxurious condominiums and high-rise hotels such as the San Diego Marriott Hotel & Marina and the
Manchester Grand Hyatt.

Seaport Village is an enchanting recreation of a time gone by. Expect to see street performers as well as friendly face painters and local sketch artists. Seaport Village hosts many festivals, special events, weekend concerts and holiday activities (619-235-4014).

Seaport Village is also a favorite viewing spot for the Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights in December. All of the shops in Seaport Village are open daily 10 a.m.–9 p.m., and in the summer ( June through August) most store hours are 10 a.m.–10 p.m.

The Seaport Village shops are even open on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Fine dining restaurants have extended hours. Credit cards are readily accepted. There is also an ATM here at Seaport Village (see map).

At Wind Song you can select the perfect sounding wind chime. Many are tuned electronically to specific scales and songs. There are also bells, fountains, mobiles and birdhouses.

Also, with a purchase in any Seaport Village store, you can have your parking ticket validated for two hours of free parking. After that there is a fee of ($3) per hour.

There are so many things to see and do in Seaport Village that the best way to see everything is to start at one end of Seaport Village at 224 Embaradero and stroll through the village.

The West Plaza is one of the largest shopping areas at Seaport Village. It includes three excellent restaurants, as well as the food court and the Seaport Village Historic Carousel (see map).

The Seaport Village Historic Carousel (H) was built in 1895 and features hand-carved animals by world renowned artist Charles Looff. You can enjoy a ride on this vintage carousel for just ($2).

From baseball caps to fedoras to top hats and everything in between, you will find it at The Village Hat Shop (E) (619-233-7236). They also have a location in uptown Hillcrest.

If regular hot sauces aren’t hot enough for you, step into Hot Licks (F) (619- 235-4000). They sell the hottest-of-the-hot salsas, sauces and mustards west of the Mississippi River!

While in the West Plaza of Seaport Village , visit Wyland Galleries (G) (619-544-9995). It showcases the works of Wyland, the world’s leading environ mental marine life artist.

Be sure to take some time to stroll along the boardwalk at Seaport Village. You’ll see Navy vessels and cargo ships steaming in and out of the harbor, as well as the city of Coronado, San Diego Bay and the Coronado Bay Bridge. There are telescopes along the boardwalk so you can get a closer look at these sights. In fact, you can take telephoto pictures simply by placing your camera up to the eyepiece of these 20-power telescopes.

An ideal place to pause for refreshments or find an interesting book is at Upstart Crow (J) (619-232-4855). This bookstore also sells coffee, tea, espresso and gourmet pastries. The SAN DIEGAN is also sold here, so if you’re looking for an extra copy, get it here. This bookstore features a wide selection of gifts, cards and 15,000 titles from the classics to the latest best sellers.

Another great store a Seaport Village for specialty shopping is Kite Flite (K) (619-234-5483), where you can find high quality kites for all levels of fliers, as well as decorative windmills and windsocks. They also offer free lessons in the Embarcadero Marina Park with the purchase of a stunt kite!

Don’t miss Del Sol (M) (619-702-5013) where you’ll be welcomed by their friendly greeters and merchandise. Everything sold here changes color in the sunlight!

Del Sol created the world’s first T-shirt that changes color in the sunlight. They now offer casual apparel for men, women and children as well as accessories including
sunglasses, tote bags, jewelry, watches, Frisbees and more.

A big seller is their nail polish, which is one color indoors and a different color in the sunlight. Come in and take home a gift that is fun to wear. Make sure to visit their second location in Old Town. See Shopping.

Seaport Village also has award-winning restaurants with romantic bay views. Please refer to the map in this chapter for their locations. Seaport Village is a place to shop and dine and a whole lot more. But it is only one of many attractions, which make the Embarcadero a great discovery.

With over 57 places to shop, 4 major restaurants and 13 sidewalk eateries, Seaport Village has everything imaginable. Clothing for women, men and kids. Souvenirs, art, toys, gifts for others, gifts for yourself, you name it Seaport Village has it.

Here at Seaport Village is also a lagoon, a 1890s Looff carousel, a marina and much more at Pacific Highway and West Harbor Dr. by the Embarcadero in Downtown San Diego.

SunSplash Swimwear has the Largest Selection of Swimwear and Cruisewear in San Diego County

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Voted Best Swimwear in San Diego 2007 & 2008 by 10 News A List. SunSplash San Diego is must-visit swimwear and resort wear store offering the largest international selection of ladies’ swimwear and resort wear in San Diego County. So you will definitely find great quality and the latest styles and trends at SunSplash in San Diego.

The staff and the owner of this top San Diego shop know how to find the perfect fit. SunSplash swim wear employees are swim wear specialists. The are trained to assist you in finding the perfect swimsuit to flatter your figure.

They have a fabulous selection of more than 200 name brands including Ana Romano, Salinas, Sun Flower, Jantzen, L Space, Body Glove, Guess, Miracle Suit, Vix, Hot Kiss and Vitamin A.

From swimwear, contemporary one pieces, gorgeous bikinis, fun mix and match, D-cup and slimming styles, SunSplash has it all.


Natural Beauty by Body Glove	Smoothies by Body Glove	Pop Art by Body Glove

The San Diego Trolley Offers Easy Affordable Access to 20 Cities & Suburbs

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Call ( 619-234-1060) or visit their Web site for details and operation times. OR CONTACT PRONTO SUPPORT (619-595-5636). One-way fare for adults is $2.50 depending on the distance traveled; senior citizens and disabled persons pay ($1.25) for any distance; children five and under ride free with paying adult. Now you can enjoy the many cities and suburbs that the trolley passes through just as if you lived in them when you click on the hot links identified with an underline. When clicked on they will open up with a through description of insider information for what it is to live there, personally reviewed restaurants and information that only a local who lives in these different suburbs would know. Enjoy!

Bay Park
Chula Vista
Downtown
El Cajon
Gaslamp Quarter
Imperial Beach
La Jolla/UTC/UCSD
La Mesa
Lemon Grove
Little Italy
Middletown
Mission Valley
National City
Old Town
San Ysidro
Santee
Seaport Village
Tijuana, Mexico

Trolley Map

Board the Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) Trolley at American Plaza (Kettner Boulevard and C Street), downtown San Diego or at stations throughout the region. The fire-engine-red electric trolleys operate along three routes that originate in downtown.

The Blue Line runs from Old Town and downtown to the Mexican border.

The Green Line operates through Mission Valley from Old Town to La Mesa, El Cajon and Santee with stations at Fashion Valley, Hazard Center, Qualcomm Stadium, Alvarado Medical Center and San Diego State University (SDSU).

The Orange Line from El Cajon also serves stations along Harbor Drive at Seaport Village, the San Diego Convention Center, Gaslamp Quarter and PETCO Park. All lines operate every 15 minutes from 5 a.m. to late evening.

Day passes are good for unlimited rides on most MTS bus and Trolley routes (except Premium Express, Rural, Access, and special services) as well as NCTD BREEZE and SPRINTER. Day passes are good for the day or dates designated on the pass. One-day passes may be purchased from ticket vending machines, The Transit Store, or on the bus. Multi-day passes may be purchased from ticket vending machines or The Transit Store.

Regional Day Passes are $5 and available from ticket vending machines and bus operators . They are good for unlimited rides on most MTS bus and Trolley routes (except Premium Express, Rural, Access, and special services) as well as NCTD BREEZE and SPRINTER. The RegionPlus Day Pass is $12 and good for all services listed above as well as Premium bus service and the COASTER. To purchase a RegionPlus Day Pass on a regular service (non-Premium service) bus, you must tell the driver before you pay your fare that you want the $14 RegionPlus Day Pass.

Exact fare is required. Bus drivers cannot make change. No upgrades or free transfers to or from the Trolley or other buses are allowed. On the Trolley, some ticket vending machines require exact change, some accept $1 or $5 bills and some accept credit/debit cards. Susan B. Anthony coins are also accepted.

Mexicoach: The Safest Way to Travel into Mexico

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Taking Mexicoach to Tijuana takes the headaches out of crossing the international border. No more waiting in long lines and no more costly auto insurance. Mexicoach, which has been in business for over 37 years, is the easiest and safest way to go to and come back from Tijuana, Mexico.

Mexicoach runs daily express buses from San Ysidro to downtown Tijuana 8 a.m.-9 p.m. These departures are from Border Station Parking in San Ysidro every 30 minutes on the hour and on the half hour until 9 p.m. Round trip fare is ($8) and free for children 5 and under.

They also offer service to Rosarito Beach. Group charters: If you have a minimum party of 35 people, Mexicoach will pick you up, deliver your party to Mexico and bring you back. The buses are clean and well maintained and the drivers are friendly.

Plus, they are the only bus company with full permits to arrive at all of Baja California’s bus terminals. Don’t forget that American citizens need a valid U.S. passport to enter and leave Mexico after Jan. 1, 2008. If you are 21 years or older you can bring back one quart of liquor duty-free.

San Diego Symphony Performs Year-Round

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

The jewel of this district is the historic Copley Symphony Hall (20) at 750 B St. (619-235-0804). It is regarded as one of the finest classical music venues on the West Coast. This year the San Diego Symphony, now over 100 years old and one of the oldest orchestras in California, will embark on a two-week tour starting at Carnegie Hall in New York City and ending in China.

It is rated as a tier one orchestra, and they perform more than 100 concerts each season. For their complete performance schedule including their popular Ashford University Summer Pops (28) series, which is held at the Embarcadero Marina Park South.

For 10 weeks each summer, the San Diego Symphony performs its Ashford University Summer Pops concert series outdoors at Embarcadero Marina Park South on picturesque San Diego Bay. The Summer Pops features a wide variety of musical entertainment including Broadway, Motown, pop, rock and country. This summer’s headliners include Amy Grant, Michael Bolton, En Vogue, Burt Bacharach and famed Rocky composer and new principal pops conductor, Bill Conti. The series begins June 27 with the annual Tux ‘n Tennies Summer Bash featuring KC and The Sunshine Band and ends with the 1812 Tchaikovsky Spectacular on Labor Day Weekend, both concluding with fireworks.

There are also fireworks at the conclusion of each Summer Pops concert on Friday and Saturday night throughout the summer. Seating includes cabaret tables, grandstand and lawn. Summer Pops concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are ($20–$99). For more information or to purchase tickets, please call the box office at (619-235- 0804) or order online.

Symphony MAYnia 30 Second Spot from Jacques Spitzer on Vimeo.

The San Diego Symphony Summer Pops

The Ashford University Summer Pops is San Diego Symphony’s annual outdoor summer concert series. The concerts are performed on a stage they construct each year at Embarcadero Marina Park South, on San Diego Bay right behind the San Diego Convention Center. Seating options include cabaret tables, grandstand seating (fold-down chairs) and general admission lawn seating.

The popular summer attraction features 10 weeks of concerts. The series begins the weekend of July 1 with the Fourth of July Weekend Star-Spangled Pops and ends with the 1812 Tchaikovsky Spectacular on Labor Day Weekend, both concluding with fireworks. There are also fireworks at the conclusion of each Summer Pops concert on Friday and Saturday night throughout the summer all featuring the San Diego Symphony and some of today’s hottest pop acts with a wide variety of musical entertainment including Broadway, Motown, pop, rock and country. This summers headliners included Wynonna, Dennis DeYoung, Michael Feinstein and Burt Bacharach. Summer Pops’ principal conductor is Matthew Garbutt.

The concerts begin, unless otherwise noted, at 7:30pm, with gates opening at 6pm. Subscription concerts are on Friday and Saturday nights, and occasional Special concerts are on Thursdays and Sundays.


Summer Pops Symphony	Located on the San Diego Bay	Impressive Performances All Summer

The San Diego Symphony City Lights

The City Lights is your chance to hear the hottest symphonic pops music from around the world, performed by the San Diego Symphony in the cool confines of Copley Symphony Hall. Principal pops conductor Bill Conti brings together composers, great artists and gorgeous melodies that will leave a smile on your face and a song in your heart.

It’s hip, classy and cool. With our their new lobby lighting, you’ll enter a sophisticated world of entertainment. The Symphony’s lobby bars offer drinks that you can take back to your seats, and there’s dancing after every concert in the lobbies. It’s the sights and sounds of a night on the town!

A World Famous Symphony

Perfect For a Holiday Date

A San Diego Tradition

Menghini Winery: Julian – Winery: Free Winery Tours Daily

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Open for free wine tasting, 11 a.m. daily with extended summer hours. They also offer free tours daily. Special annual events include a blues festival featuring Rob Bower in mid-July, their famous Grape Stomp (mid-September) and their Art and Wine Tasting Festival harvest celebration in the fall.

Located in the middle of a beautiful apple orchard, this winery produces an extraordinary chardonnay, cabernet, sauvignon blanc, merlot, muscat and a rare mela made from Julian apples. This winery has a picnic area and a charming shop offering wonderful cheeses, dips, olives, honeys and jams.

Lenora Winery: Ramona – is PERMANENTLY CLOSED

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Lenora Winery began growing winegrapes and making wines in 1999. Its five acre vineyard produces eight different kinds of winegrapes in The Valley of the Sun. Lenora Winery’s excellent premium wines may be enjoyed in its wine tasting room overlooking the vineyard or in its picnic
area with grape arbor and barbeque. Lenora Winery’s winemaker personally selects the five wines poured in its wine tastings each month. Wine tastings are an affordable $10 and include a souvenir Lenora Winery logo wine glass.

Lenora Winery has a wine club with terrific benefits. Lenora Winery can ship your wine selections and orders, too. Just one mile from Ramona’s Old Town with antique stores, yet, offering a peaceful country wine tasting experience. Please contact us to host your activities such as family gatherings, club meetings, receptions, anniversaries, parties, etc.

C Level Lounge has San Diego Bay Views

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

San Diego Skyline from Harbor Island

At the eastern tip of romantic Harbor Island are two restaurants under one roof, Island Prime and C Level Lounge, which offers dazzling views of the bay and the downtown San Diego skyline.

For spectacular seating at C Level Lounge, ask for table 212 or ask to sit outdoors on their Bayview patio. The key note to what makes C Level Lounge exceptionally good and highly recommended is that all the entrées emphasize good taste and good health. One such entrée is Kemo Sabe’s black and white sesame salmon.

Other winners are the blackened catfish and the chili rubbed 10-oz. prime flat iron steak. Also served is a host of 16 appetizers and excellent desserts. An excellent conclusion to a memorable meal is their key lime pie, which is as big as it is delicious.

Cabana Cove Bar & Grill at Harrah’s Rincon Casino

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

San Diego County is Blessed with 9 Fabulous Las Vegas Casinos with gaming being only one excellent reason to discover these major attractions.

All tout their dining venues as being world beaters, and rightly so as they feature top chefs and stunning decors only matched by the delicious entrees. This incredible venue boast at least a dozen eateries.

Being a casino where money is no object the creators of this theme restaurant traveled to six locations in the world in search of awesome surf and full plates of food that tasted unusually delicious. From Hawaii comes the Hukilau Pipeline, which is an ahi steak seared rare and served with rice and stir-fried vegetables.

So, don’t miss ordering the Devil’s Break rib eye complemented with a cognac cream sauce that really brings out the flavor. Also popular are the Banzai sandwich and the chicken satay sticks. On Friday night there’s entertainment and on Saturday nights, they feature a band in the restaurant.

They are open daily for lunch and dinner, with a fabulous Sunday Live Jazz Brunch, from 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Credit cards: AE, DISC, MC. VISA.

94th Aero Squadron Restaurant

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

The theme of this impressive restaurant is France during World War I, and you’re in the headquarters of the 94th Aero Squadron along with Eddie Rickenbacker. Entrées include fresh fish, prime rib, lamb, Australian lobster and aged Midwestern beef. The combination filet mignon and crab-stuffed shrimp is wonderful. Their desserts are superb! Reservations are recommended and may be made by calling (858-560-6771).

Located just east of the 163 freeway, overlooking Montgomery Field airstrip. Open W-Th. 4-8 pm, Fri 4-9, Sun Brunch 9-3, Dinner 4-9; Sun. Brunch 9-3 p.m. Closed Mom-Tue.

Well known for their Famous Champagne Sunday Buffet Brunch, voted one of the Top Three Sunday Brunches by the San Diego Union Tribune Readers’ Polls 2005-2010 and voted San Diego’s #1 Brunch. Brunch is served every Sunday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Their happy hour is one of the hottest spots in the city, with their free happy hour buffet, drink specials and impressive view of Montgomery Air Field, with planes taking off and landing. On weekends, reservations are strongly suggested.

The 94th Aero Squadron is the perfect place to hold your next corporate event, social gathering, wedding or rehearsal dinner! Private dining areas are available for parties of 30 or more guests.

Country Waffles Serves San Diego’s Best Waffles

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

9350 Clairmont Mesa Blvd 92123 Open Daily 7 am – 2 pm

Country Waffles serves San Diego’s Best Waffles

What makes their old-fashioned country breakfasts so delicious, is they’re made the old fashion way. So, this is one of a half a dozen Country Waffle restaurants throughout the state of California. And before the pandemic there were 4 locations here in San Diego. So, you can count on decades of delicious country waffle delicious.

Country Waffles Offers a Host of Delicious Entrees

The best of the best is what you can expect when you dine at this outstanding breakfast and lunch only restaurant. Yes, they’re famous for fabulous-tasting strawberry country waffles, but they’ve also made a name for themselves with their country omelets, flapjacks, Swedish crêpes, French toast, country lunches, sandwiches and country fresh salads. And you’ll rave about their hamburgers too!

Country Waffles is Centrally Located & Freeway Close

Yes, they are Ideally located at the corner of Clairemont Mesa Blvd and Ruffin Road. Plus, they are Open daily 7 am – 2 pm. Plus, their reasonable menu prices of $10-$20 won’t empty your wallet either. So, make it a point to start your day off right with a delicious breakfast at Country Waffles located in Kearny Mesa at 9350 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego 92123. Being freeway close you can exit freeways 15, 163 and 805 at Clairemont Mesa Blvd. Then head for the intersection of Clairemont Mesa Blvd and Ruffin Road.

Country Waffles Has a Loyal Following

For those taking their mornings seriously, the country breakfast is hard to beat. It includes a slice of ham or a one-third pound sausage patty, or a chicken – fried steak with three fresh eggs. Plus, they serve country potatoes or hash browns, biscuits and gravy. No one goes home hungry from here. Also popular are fresh squeezed orange juice, freshly baked biscuits covered with country gravy and served with three sausage links and country potatoes or hash browns.

Dini’s Bistro By the Sea for Delicious Ocean View Dining

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Dini’s Bistro By the Sea for Delicious Ocean View Dining

Dini’s Bistro By the Sea offers delicious ocean view dining in a relaxed atmosphere with delicious tasting bistro-style regional cuisine. Plus Dini’s Bistro By the Sea offers light, healthy and artistically presented entrées accented with a Pacific Rim influence are prepared by Executive Chef Paul Glazzard.

offer show-stopping appetizers like crabcakes and oysters Rockefeller. Their delicious salads are filling enough to be your main course. Don’t overlook Dini’s inventive house salads .

Dini’s Bistro By the Sea also serve steaks and a wide array of lighter fare such as a fresh catch of the day or lobster ravioli. Be sure to have a home-made dessert, such as the New York cheesecake. Kids menu. Banquets. Catering. Full bar. Dini’s Bistro By the Sea is also famous for their bar festivities and host birthday parties and sports events and banquets up to 75 plus great catering.

Dini’s Bistro Bar Voted Best Bar in Coastal Zone

With 50 miles of coastline and a host of serious competitors, this award is worth noting. Most noteworthy is both the “chip’s friendly atmosphere” and the ocean view restaurant attached to Dini’s Bistro By the Sea make the duo and unbeatable combination. So, both the bar and restaurant following. While you may not live in the Carlsbad area, travelers on the I-5 Freeway enroute to Los Angeles or San Diego should not miss the opportunity to make a rest stop here for a fine meal and a delicious libation and or an awesome appetizer like their oysters Rockefeller. Bon Appetite!

Dini’s Bistro By the Sea is a Destination Dining Destination

This reviewer lives 30 miles away but is a frequent diner, as many of the Dini’s Bistro By the Sea customers are as well. Be it as a traveler or as a diner taking a San Diego road trip finding your adventure.

Sunday Brunch Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Bar Menu served 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Happy Hour is Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the #1 rated Happy Hour in Carlsbad in a readers poll. Why so popular? Friendly beach bar atmosphere filled with friendly upscale clientele from the neighborhood and nearby. Popular spot for girls night out with its ocean view, great appetizers and excellent dinner menu with a nice indoor and outdoor patio ambience loved by all.

Restaurant Review

Dini’s Bistro By the Sea in Carlsbad, 3290 Carlsbad Blvd., Carlsbad (760-434-6000) [dinisbistro.com]. The bar is adjacent to the restaurant & is open longer. Mon. 11:30 a.m.– 9 p.m. & Bar open till 11 p.m.; Tues. 3 p.m.–9 p.m. Bar till 11 p.m.; Wed.- Thurs. 11:30 a.m.- 9 p.m. Bar open 11 p.m., Fri. 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. bar till 12:30 a.m.; Sat.10 a.m.– 9 p..m; Bar 12:30 a.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Bar open till 11 p.m. ($20–$30). The bar has an all-day menu with appetizers, lunch and dinner entrees any time of the day. They also have an outstanding Saturday and Sunday Brunch, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.. Their bar was voted #1 singles bar in North County and a friendly congenial vibe with lots of regulars. Featured is ocean-view dining in a relaxed beach front atmosphere with delicious-tasting bistro=style regional cuisine. Light, healthy and artistically presented entrees accented with a Pacific Rim influence are prepared by Executive Chef Paul Glazzard, who is a culinary graduate. Plus they offer show-stopping appetizers like crab cakes and awesome oysters Rockefeller. Their delicious salads are filling enough to your main course. Don’t overlook Dini’s famous inventive house salads. They also serve steaks and a wide array of lighter fare such as a fresh catch of he day. Be sure to have a homemade dessert, such as their New York cheesecake. Kids menu. Banquets. Catering. Full bar and they host great birthday parties and sports event venues. Credit cards. AE, DC, DISC, MC, VISA.


Dini’s Bistro by the Sea	Lively Evenings & Nightlife	Ocean View Patio Dining

Gusher Farmacias in Tijuana Offers Up to 50% Off

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Gusher Farmacias (01152664-684-0235) with 5 locations to serve you is the number one pharmacy in all of Tijuana.

They sells drugs from the U.S. A, Romania, Switzerland and China. Visit their Web site at gusherfarmaciastijuana.com.mx for bigger savings.

Gusher Farmacias, which is the leading drug store in Tijuana, has five locations to serve you. Their closest location to the US/Mexican Border is in the Plaza Rio Tijuana Shopping Center (10). See Map. Most people get to and from Gusher Farmacias by bus from the United States side of the border via the Tourismo Express Shuttle Bus (619-428-0011) from the Border Station Parking Lot (1). The shuttle makes round trip departures every 30 minutes throughout the day from 7 a.m. with the last bus leaving Tijuana at 6 p.m.

While it sounds a little confusing when you have parked your car and walk over to the bus depot located within the parking lot, you’ll get the lay of the land and see that crossing the border via Tourismo Express Shuttle Bus (619-428-0011) from the Border Station Parking Lot (1) is what everyone does.

So instead of wandering around a foreign country, it makes a lot more sense to take this well-established professional bus line and let them take you to and from Mexico while you sit back and enjoy the scenery. The cost is a mere ($10) round trip, and American money is readily accepted.

If you do decide to drive your car into Mexico, beware of the fact that your American Insurance is not valid in Mexico and you will be detained in Mexico until it is determined who is at fault, if you have the misfortune of getting into an accident. So get real and take a streamlined bus ride to and from the border to get your meds.

The Turbo Express Shuttle Bus drivers all speak English and are always happy to let Americans know when they have reached the big Rio Tijuana Shopping Center where the Gusher Farmacias Drug Store is located. Most people going to Tijuana for the day park at The Border Station Parking lot (1) because it’s safe and because the Mexicoach Bus line makes regular round trip stops here.

The parking lot is well lighted and maintained 24 hours a day. Once you have made your purchases you can return to the United States via a Turbo Express Shuttle Bus back to the Border Station Parking Lot.

Gusher Farmacias is a huge well stocked Drug Store. If you need to call them call (01152664-684-0235).Everyone speaks good English and are always happy to assist you. Gusher Farmacias is open 24 hours a day.They accept American money as well as Master Card and Visa credit cards.

For an added bonus. can can call in advance of your arrival at (01152-664-684-0229) and ask for their up to 50% OFF discount card.

Visit their Web site at gusherfarmaciastijuana.com.mx for bigger savings.

They sell Vivioptal multivitamin supplements here as well as drugs from Romania, Switzerland and China.

Gusher Farmacias also has a popular Juice Bar where you can get delicious made-to-order smoothies and savory sandwiches while you wait to catch the Mexicoach bus back to the Border Station Parking Lot. Since Gusher Farmacias is in the Rio Tijuana Shopping Center you will have to return to the curbside bus stop, which is about 25 yards from Gusher Farmacias to catch a ride back to the Border Station Parking Lot.

To cross the border into Mexico and back into the USA, you will need a valid passport.

If you are purchasing medical drugs you may need a prescription for a medical doctor. So call the pharmacy in advance if you have questions( 01152-664-684-0229). Everyone speaks Engish.

The HUGE advantage of purchasing medical drugs in Mexico is that they are much less expensive than in the U.SA. for the exact drug.

Farmacia Gusher Storefront

Farmacia Gusher Eatery

The Pharmacy Counter

Multiple Locations in:
Plaza America Otay: (01152-664-684-0229) or (0235)
Las Palmas: (01152-664-608-9331) or (9333)
Plaza Monarca: (01152-664-903-4300) or (4100)
Rosarito Beach: (01152-661-612-1722) or (1845)

Also visit their Web site gusherfarmaciastijuana.com.mx for bigger savings.

Visit My Pad offers a Great Service Video Home Tours

Posted April 23, 2009 by Barry Berndes

Visit My Pad (619-752-4401), [visitmypad.com] provides a San Diego neighborhood guide report. They perform a complete rental service live video tour of your potential apartment, home or vacation rental with your direction in real time. You direct them live during the inspection from whatever city you are moving from. Apartments in San Diego rent quickly, therefore you need to make fast and accurate decisions.

If you’re ready to get serious about your move to San Diego, your new city for a while (or forever), consider not being disappointed or surprised your apartment in San Diego is not as the pictures showed. Hire Visit My Pad to dispatch your local visitor for a live video tour with you of your potential new home. We know that moving anywhere can be stressful we are here to help alleviate that stress.

You ought to live it up in an amazing space that reflects your personality. Visit My Pad advises on property rental and assists with vacation rentals.

Visit my Pad will provide peace of mind with San Diego property rental services and give you relocation tips on your move. Hire a personal local visitor in San Diego and they will assign a rental assistant to tour any San Diego Rental property via live video and be a neighborhood guide on the property you’re thinking of renting. If you have a smartphone or any video capable device that is internet-ready, you can use this service without any issues.

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