I'm turning 30 and I'd love to celebrate this milestone birthday with you! I have some ideas below that would make this month so very special for us. From dinners to events the possibilities are endless! If we can't see each other this month don't worry, we can always have a belated celebration in November ;).
Rates listed next to the date is for our time together. Not included: Dinners, gratuity, transportation, entertainment (spas, art, tickets, etc), lodging if necessary.
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Here are a couple of my favorite restaurants that I'd be so thankful to enjoy with you!
Birthday Dinner Dates! (4 hour date $1500)
Juniper & Ivy Airy, contemporary New American eatery Juniper and Ivy - Refined American Cuisine with a Left Coast Edge
Herb & Wood Chic, lofty space for wood-fired fare Herb & Wood | Mediterranean Flavors, California Ethos (herbandwood.com)
Top of the Market - San Diego Seafood and wine in an elegant atmosphere Top of the Market (topofthemarketsd.com)
Kettner Exchange Eclectic American eats and handmade drinks Home | Kettner Exchange | Little Italy, San Diego
Born and Raised Spacious, modern destination for high-end steak and cocktails with glitzy decor and rooftop patio Born and Raised | Steak House | Little Italy San Diego, Ca (bornandraisedsteak.com)
Mister A's Bay and skyline views draw diners to this elegant eatery, serving French-hued American cooking. Welcome to Mister A's Restaurant | San Diego (asrestaurant.com)
Coasterra Striking property featuring modern Mexican plates and creative cocktails, plus panoramic bay views Home - Coasterra
Animae Fashionable restaurant showcasing high-end steak and Asian fusion dishes in a luxurious atmosphere ANIMAE | Waygu Steakhouse Restaurant | Downtown San Diego, CA (animaesd.com)
The Old Globe Presents: Cabaret Sept. 1st - Oct. 15th (6+ hour date $1800)
Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome to Cabaret! It’s 1931 Berlin, and inside the Kit Kat Klub, British nightclub singer Sally Bowles keeps the delirious party raging. But no amount of booze, music, and dancing can slow the ominous march of a changing Germany as it draws ever closer. Featuring an iconic score from Kander and Ebb—including “Maybe This Time,” “Mein Herr,” “Don’t Tell Mama,” and, of course, the title song—this Tony Award–winning musical is reimagined in a visionary new staging by Globe favorite Josh Rhodes (Guys and Dolls, Bright Star). BroadwayWorld calls this production, “Hands down the most cohesive, well-rounded, fully conceptualized staging of this musical that I have seen to date. My friends, this is how you do Cabaret.”
Taste of North Park 2023 Oct. 7th (4+ hour date $1500)
Home to culinary innovation and cutting-edge brewmasters, North Park is a go-to San Diego destination for everything food and drink. On Saturday, October 7th, from 11AM to 3PM, the Taste of North Park invites culinary enthusiasts to enjoy over 40 food tastes from San Diego’s best restaurants.
14th San Diego Spirits Festival Oct. 7-8th (4+ hour date $1500)
See it-Taste it- Experience it. Come for the spirits, stay for the celebration, and join the Party at the 14th San Diego Spirits Festival! The ultimate destination for cocktail lovers and spirits connoisseurs alike.
14th SAN DIEGO SPIRITS FESTIVAL, October 7-8, 2023 Tickets, Sat, Oct 7, 2023 at 3:00 PM | Eventbrite
Secret Society of Adultologists: Old Hollywood Oct. 13th (6+ hour date $1800)
Step into the shadows of Old Hollywood. The Secret Society returns on the year's spookiest night—Friday, October 13. Dress in your best hauntingly glamorous costumes for this 21+ event, featuring hands-on science, music, rooftop views, craft beers and cocktails, and more.
Playing with Fire Dinner Series Oct. 9 (4+ hour date $1500)
The popular monthly outdoor grilling event series Playing with Fire returns for another season at The Lodge at Torrey Pines. Join us for a special collaboration dinner featuring guest Chef Greg Frey from Golden Door along with The Lodge’s Executive Chef Kelli Crosson and Chef de Cuisine Ryan Dzierzawski. Bring your appetite to savor a variety of proteins and seasonal sides cooked over a wood-burning fire. Sip on pours from this event's featured local brewery, Thorn Brewing Company, while enjoying scenic views of the Torrey Pines Golf Course on The Grill’s outdoor patio.
The Ghost of San Diego Oct 18th and onwards (4+ hour date $1500)
Ghost City Tours are guaranteed to raise the hairs on the back of your neck as you stroll through the dark & haunted sides of San Diego's rich history.
Dates for Next Month: November!
San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival Nov. 8-12th (4+ hour date $1500)
Welcome to the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival, where sailboats and sandy beaches serve as the backdrop to one of the country's most talked about weeks in food. Featuring dozens of events, hundreds of domestic and international wineries, the celebration of craft beer and spirits, local culinary legends and nationally acclaimed chefs.
The Old Glode Presents: Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Nov. 8th - Dec 31st (6+ hour date $1800)
Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas! is a wonderful, whimsical musical based upon the classic Dr. Seuss book. Back for its 26th incredible year, the family favorite features the songs “Santa for a Day,” “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch,” and “Welcome, Christmas (Fah Who Doraze),” the delightful carol from the popular animated version of How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Celebrate the holidays as the Old Globe Theatre, is once again transformed into the snow-covered Who-ville, right down to the last can of Who-hash.
Coronado Island Flim Festival Nov. 8-12th (6+ hour date $1800)
We showcase films of every genre selected by an esteemed jury of industry pros, made with passion and persistence by filmmakers at every level of the craft, from gifted students to talented newcomers to Oscar winners, who take part in panels, workshops, special presentations and more; and we roll out the red carpet for the grand Leonard Maltin Industry Tribute Gala, where the stars indeed do shine on Saturday night.
Brothels, Bites and Booze (4+ hour date $1500)
Brothels, Bites, and Booze is a fun and innovative tour that lets you explore the Gaslamp Quarter, the heart of America’s finest city. Experience what makes this city one of the top destinations for dining, shopping, and nightlife. Learn the secrets behind the district’s historic buildings as you to travel back in time to the post-Gold Rush era as thousands arrived in the port town of San Diego.
Tequila, Tacos, and Tombstones (4+ hour date $1500)
Tequila, Tacos, and Tombstones combines food and history into a one of a kind, unforgettable experience. Travel back in time with us as we explore the Birthplace of California and the events and people who have transformed Old Town San Diego into the cultural destination it is today.
Pizza, Pasta and Piazzas - Little Italy Food Tour (4+ hour date $1500)
The Pizza, Pasta and Piazza tour is the perfect way to get to know the city’s best neighborhood for food and fun! San Diego’s Italian quarter has grown in popularity for not just Italian fare, but also for the rich array of local restaurant hot-spots that have opened up in the last 10 years, or so.
If there's something you'd like to do but didn't find on this suggestion list, please let me know! I'm always open to trying new things and would adore making lasting memories with you.