True Food Kitchen impresses locavore fanatics

Lauren J. Mapp, Editor-in-Chief
September 6, 2012

When choosing a restaurant to dine at, the general rules of thumb are to avoid establishments in malls and chain restaurants, but True Food Kitchen bites its thumb at both of those rules. True Food – located in Fashion Valley Mall at 7007 West Fashion Valley, Suite 394 – is the newest addition to... Read more »

Travel abroad without leaving San Diego’s borders

Lauren J. Mapp, Features Editor
December 6, 2011

San Diego is great to explore in many perspectives, but the vast quantity of internationally-inspired restaurants across the city make it an especially eclectic and fun city to live in. From the Mexican taco stands around the corner where you pick up your favorite burritos to the sit-down restaurants... Read more »

Tre Porcellini customers squeal with delight

Lauren J. Mapp, Features Editor
October 25, 2011

It may have an adorable name inspired by a children’s fairy tale, but don’t let that convince you that Tre Porcellini can’t huff and puff your socks off, located in Hillcrest at 1417 University Ave. From the cute little pigs in the logo to the Northern Italian-style fare, this ten month old restaurant... Read more »

Comfort your mind, body and soul at R Gang Eatery

Lauren J. Mapp, Features Editor
September 4, 2011

The buffalo tots at R Gang Eatery are a grown-up twist on a school cafeteria staple. The crunchy exterior enrobes a gooey, blue cheese and bacon filled potato center. Photo Credit: Lauren J. Mapp/The Mesa Press The love and practice of gourmet comfort food has infected the city, and some of the finest... Read more »

Cupid’s Picks for Restaurants

Lauren J. Mapp
February 8, 2011

As Valentine’s Day quickly approaches, students and faculty across campus are searching for a romantic spot to take their special someone to celebrate. Though it’s always nice to stop in one of your favorite spots for dinner, why not share a new culinary experience with the one you love?... Read more »