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September 2010

Features

Public Enemy #1

Public Enemy #1

A former San Diegan, now arguably the world's most dangerous threat to the United States, could and should have been captured.

Four Corners and Nowhere to Turn

Four Corners and Nowhere to Turn

Ex-offender programs and substance-abuse treatment faccilities — halfway houses — help provide the transition into society that keeps recently released prisoners from reverting to...

Local Flavors

Local Flavors

It's San Diego's indigenous comfort food, and we asked local chefs to demystify Mexican cuisine: where to find it, what to order and how to cook it at home.

Heavy Metals

Heavy Metals

Fall back into luxury this season. Really. Ladylike shapes get the shock treatment with bold accessories, sky-high stilettos and everything metallic.

Departments

City Files: Autumns Little Extras

When it comes to accessories, the devil's in the details this fall, with a mix of over-the-top embellishments combined with a little restraint

City Files: Kids' Tables

Malarkey is currently dad to 2-year-old Hunter, and his wife, Chantelle, is pregnant with twins. Since this is one duo who can surely use a little time off in the kitchen, we asked the Malarkeys...

City Files: Different Toques

In eight years, Amy DiBiase has skyrocketed into the upper echelon of local chefs as the creative culinary force behind Laurel, Baleen and Roseville.

City Files: Camp Connoisseur

Cooks Confab, the local dream team of 15 chefs plus a mixologist, is telling diners to pack a tent to its latest event.

City Files: The Insider (Comic Con Edition)

’Con Men (and Women): The Hard Rock Hotel hosted a steady parade of celebs during Comic-Con. Guests included Seth Green, Sylvester Stallone and Outkast’s Big Boi, who performed on the hotel’s...

City Files: Dulce de Nordstrom?

Dulce DeHaven thought she had reached a high point in her fashion design business when she opened her own storefront on Bird Rock’s boutique row, La Jolla Boulevard. Then Nordstrom called. Its...

City Files: Plus One: Greg Block and Rachel Laing

Talking with San Diego's interesting twosomes

City Files: A Qualcomm Quarter-Century

From the 1980s to the present, we take a look at the history of Qualcomm.

City Files: iRhymes

Though La Jollan Theodor Seuss Geisel passed away in 1991, the good doctor is back, 21st-century style, thanks to another local: Encinitas-based Oceanhouse Media, a software startup founded by...

City Files: Jim Lee: Local Superhero

Party Pics: Searsucker Suits

Friends, family and San Diego's local stars came out to help celebrity chef Brian Malarky celebrate the grand opening of his Gaslamp restaurant, Searsucker.

Party Pics: $700 Million Celebration

The San Diego Foundation celebrated 35 years and $700 million of donations to the community and welcomed new board members.

Dining: Quality Social Dining Review

When Jared Van Camp signed on to be executive chef at Quality Social in the Gaslamp, he knew the menu concept would require a little explanation. “We wanted to take the typical luxury-restaurant...

Dining: Local Bounty

What to Watch for at the markets this month

Dining: First Bites: Now Open - September 2010

Restaurant Reviews: Quality Social Dining Review

When Jared Van Camp signed on to be executive chef at Quality Social in the Gaslamp, he knew the menu concept would require a little explanation. “We wanted to take the typical luxury-restaurant...

Agenda: Applause: Getting Playful

The "A" List: The "A"-List September 2010

21 events not to miss this September

Last Word: Last Word: Amy & Phil Mickelson

Masters champion and Rancho Santa Fe resident Phil Mickelson has stayed busy this summer, and not just on the golf course.

Best Bets: Best Bests

Events, exhibits and ­other fun you don’t want to miss this month.

Special Section: Spa Trends: Ingredients Good Enough to Eat

Special Section: The Flavors of Hawai'i

There's a lot to love about Hawai'i: the beaches, the activities...and the food. Whether travelers are here to indulge in a favorite craving, cuisine specific to Hawai'i or fresh, locally grown...

Business: Wings in North County

California Pacific Airlines is ready for takeoff, but will it fly?

Crossword: September 2010 Crossword Puzzle