Business
Mad for March in Mission Hills
By Krista Lombardi, President, Mission Hills BID If you are anything like me, the arrival of spring during the month of March feels like a new beginning. It happens to be my birthday month, which I share with Saint Patrick and all of the day’s revelers. I plan to keep it local and celebrate in […]
Maria Menounos To Host Susan G. Komen® San Diego’s “Screens, Genes & The Choices We Make” Annual Fundraiser
On March 14, Susan G. Komen® San Diego (Komen San Diego) will bring together leading cancer and wellness experts from around the globe to share the latest developments in breast cancer research, treatment and well-being at its much-anticipated fourth annual dinner symposium, “Screens, Genes & The Choices We Make” presented by Bank of America. The […]
New Program Provides Jobs for Homeless
For all of us who live in San Diego, it’s very obvious that the homeless situation has gotten increasingly worse. The number of homeless encampments has grown substantially and the locations around the city and county have become more obvious. Hillcrest business owners and residents recently shared with me that they are very concerned about […]
Madly in Love in Mission Hills — Reservations Suggested
By Krista Lombardi, President MHBID In February expressions of love are everywhere. Young and old, new and longstanding, casual and devoted; couples have always celebrated this special day. And, if they knew about Mission Hills they’d likely want to spend Valentine’s Day with us. From good morning to good night, consider making a full day […]
Two Ways To Keep Your Charitable Deductions in 2018
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 changed a lot about living in California. While the Standard Deduction doubled, personal exemptions were eliminated and several prominent deductions were capped or eliminated, including: • Deductions for state and local taxes (income, property, sales and other) are capped at $10,000. • The cap on new mortgage […]
Lazy Acres Promotes Pie Winner
This past January I was invited to sample the winning entry of Mission Hills Pie Contest that was previously held at the 4th of July celebration at Mission Hills/Pioneer Park. Lazy Acres featured the pie for National Pie Day that occurred on January 23. The winning entry, named Lemon Angel Pavlova Pie, was available to […]
A Valentine Gift to Help Underprivileged Girls
When most people are concerning themselves with what to give their special loved one on Valentines Day, there is an organization that is focused on helping lots of girls who don’t have the means to purchase new party clothes. The founders of Us Trendy, an independent fashion ecommerce site, started Believe In Yourself to help […]
Maestoso to Open and Offer Modern Italian Dining in Early 2018
Future Italian eatery Maestoso announces it will open in The Hub Hillcrest Market at 1040 University Avenue, in place of the former Napizza pizzeria, as early as February 2018. The restaurant is the project of Chef-Owner Marco Maestoso, who has found success around the world while cooking for names like former Italian President Giorgio Napolitano […]
NYC’s The Standard Hotel Chef Takes the Helm at San Diego’s Latest Hot Spot
In the late 1800s, the most influential man in San Diego’s Chinatown, Tom Ah Quin, ran Monkey King, an illegal lottery house where politicians and San Diego’s elite could go to dine, drink and gamble late into the night. Now, the King has returned. Located in the same location where the original establishment once was, […]
San Diego Hardware Celebrates 125 Years in Business
San Diego Hardware, offering the largest selection of decorative hardware in San Diego, recently celebrated 125 years in business with a ceremony, a party for the public and recognition from the Mayor and city officials who declared this “San Diego Hardware Day.” Founded in 1892 on Dec. 8 in San Diego, the company is still […]
