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The duo behind Market Restaurant + Bar have a new project called BANKERS HILL Bar + Restaurant, with a bistro-styled menu featuring Carl Schroeders' take on American comfort foods. Think buttermilk fried chicken with white cheddar biscuits, Blue Ling cod fish 'n' chips and New York steak frites. Boutique wines, craft beers and hand-made cocktails will be offered as well. Dinner nightly, lunch Sat.-Sun. BANKERS HILL Bar + Restaurant, 2202 4th Ave., San Diego, CA 92101, 619-234-0.
"Top Chef” toque Frank "The Bull" Terzoli has selected San Diego for his latest project. Set in a historical 100-year-old house on University Avenue, The Big Easy will feature Creole French food, and Terzoli’s interpretation of the best of the South. We can smell the beignets already! Lunch means crawfish and gator po' boys, chicken potpies and smoked beef brisket. Dinner---think steak Diane and gumbo. Terzoli loves rustic comfort food so expect big plates and homey spicy dishes. The Big Easy, 127 University Ave., Hillcrest, CA 92103, 619-294-3279.
The Counter has come to Carlsbad so North County folk can go create their favorite burger and experiment with the incredible abundance of accoutrements, as they claim to offer 312,120 different burger combinations, "making every burger as unique as each customer." Beyond the myriad cheeses and veggies choices, more unusual options include apricot sauce, dried cranberries, fried egg, and grilled pineapple. Lovely sweet potato fries and a tasty key lime pie for dessert. Good music and fun scene. The Counter, 1923 Calle Barcelona, San Diego, CA 92009, 760 652 5480.
The Broken Yolk Café, a favorite breakfast spot in Pacific Beach, has opened a sister location downtown at 355 Sixth Avenue. Egg lovers will appreciate the 30 omelet selections. Breakfast, lunch and dinner, which celebrates comfort foods, is served Sunday through Thursday from 6 a.m.-11 p.m. Late-nighters will appreciate the 24-hour service Friday and Saturday. The Broken Yolk Café, 355 Sixth Ave., San Diego, CA 92101, 619-338-9655.
Rancho Santa Fe's Delicias Announces New Wine Cellar
Delicias will debut its 5,000 bottle wine cellar this March. Advanced Sommelier, Jesse Rodriguez, formerly of The French Laundry, consulted on the selections of wines with an emphasis on domestics along with marquis producers from Europe. Prices range from $50 to $150 along with select bottles with higher price points up to $5,000. With 880 selections, guest will find myriad of choices to pair with chef Michael Knowles' fresh California cuisine. Delicias, 6106 Paseo Delicias, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067, 858-756-8000.
Alchemy Presents the “Farm to Office” Lunch Catering
South Park's Alchemy Restaurant has started catering lunch offering a "Farm to Office" menu for orders with a $50 minimum. The best seasonal ingredients from local and regional farms are transformed in the Alchemy kitchen and delivered straight to the office. Their mixed grain salad features couscous, red quinoa, bulgur wheat, lemon vinaigrette, feta, grape tomatoes and crispy carrots, while the "Elvis Presley" sandwich is a fun haute play on PBJ with peanut butter, sweet plantain, Berkshire bacon and toasted brioche. Orders must be placed by 5:00 pm for delivery the following day. Alchemy Restaurant, 1503 30th St., San Diego, CA 92102, 619-255-0616.
Get Happy at Red Marlin
Hit the pleasant terrace of Red Marlin for the daily happy hour from 3 p.m.-5 p.m., which features $5 cocktails and sweeping views of Mission Bay, the marina and sunsets over the Pacific. Appetizers like seared tuna tataki or crispy calamari are discounted as well. A two-for-one menu features garlic shrimp, barbecue wings and savory dips like roasted garlic aioli. Red Marlin, Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa & Marina, 1441 Quivira Rd., San Diego, CA 92109, 858-221-4868.
One of La Jolla’s favorite places for great views of the cove and alfresco dining by a fireplace, the Mediterranean Room now has renovated kitchen, décor upgrade, and an exciting menu from their new chef Sean Eastwood. Eastwood, who spent time in the Relais Chateaux Chef program, found himself behind the stove at Hotel Bath Spa, Hotel Beau Rivage, and Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris. His menu celebrates the spices and splendors of Morocco, Greece, Turkey, Italy and the South of France with dishes like confit of Moroccan-spiced duck with blood oranges and pan-seared Mediterranean snapper with artichokes and lemon and parsley gremalata. Good food and a stunning view! Mediterranean Room, La Valencia, 1132 Prospect St., La Jolla, CA 92037, 858-551-3765.
Michael McDonald has landed in San Diego as the new the executive chef at Top of the Market, the upscale restaurant above the popular downtown Fish Market. Previously, he helmed Dakota and 25 Degrees at The Hollywood Roosevelt hotel. Enjoy fresh catch, spectacular views and an exciting new menu by McDonald with dishes like a lovely loup de mer with baby artichokes, white beans, pancetta and white asparagus relfecting his creativity and culinary touch. Top of the Market, 750 N. Harbor Dr., San Diego, CA 92101, 619-232-3474.
Closings
Sadly, all three restaurants have closed at Jack's La Jolla, a favorite spot for locals and tourists alike. Famous for its convival setting and consistently good food from Tony DiSalvo, the La Jolla landmark Jack's will be greatly missed. Jack's Grille, 7863 Girard Ave., La Jolla, CA 92037, no phone.
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