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Whether Owning or Operating, RMD Knows Nightlife, Dining

DINING: 2 Openings Set for Summer; Forecasts $36M in 2019

The saying goes: “Let your work speak for itself.” For Mike Georgopoulos, managing partner at RMD Group, a San Diego-based restaurant and nightlife management, consulting and development company, it has been this very motto that has kept his business steadily growing since launching in 2008.

Valley View Casino & Hotel to Unveil $50 Million Expansion

The San Pasqual Band of Mission Indian’s casino, located just east of Escondido and south of Temecula, will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony on July 3 for the unveiling, according to a press release.

QDOBA Named Best Fast Casual Restaurant by USA TODAY Voters

According to a press release, the vote is made by people from across the United States.

San Diego International First Airport in U.S. to Install Energy Storage System

According to a press release, the 2 MW/4 MWH ENGIE GridSynergy Storage system will “reduce energy charges during peak demand which equate to approximately 40 percent of the airport’s monthly electricity costs.”

Rooftop Venues Have Star Qualities

From Museums to Bars, The Returns Can Be High For Those at the Top

When the team behind 10 Barrel Brewing Co. began contemplating the design of their 10,000 square foot East Village space a little over two years ago, one of the first thoughts that crossed their minds was to incorporate an often untapped and underused aspect of the city’s buildings: the rooftop.

Climate, Conditions and Culture Right For S.D. Festival Scene

ENTERTAINMENT: Tourism Marketing District Backs Events; 3-Day Festival Set for November

“We expect to sell this thing out.” That’s what Ernie Hahn, co-founder of San Diego’s Wonderfront Music & Arts Festival (and general manager at Pechanga Arena), answered.

Addison ‘Honored’ To Receive Michelin Star

William Bradley Takes Only Star Given in the County

San Diego restaurant, Addison, recipient of Michelin star.

The Cado Pop-Up Set to Open Late June

Originally scheduled to launch last year, tickets are now available for The Cado starting June 27 through September 22, according to its website.

Chuze Fitness Brings In $59M in 2018

SPORT: Hospitality, Tiered Pricing System Pay Off

For Cory Brightwell, CEO of the San Diego-based Chuze Fitness chain, with seven locations locally and 26 throughout the Southwest, what has kept the company steadily growing the past 11 years has been one thing: its focus on the guest experience.

International Smoke Sees Right Ingredients For S.D. Location

New Eatery Appreciates Foodie Reputation, Access to Quality Foods

Ayesha Curry isn’t letting recent bad publicity — or her husband, NBA Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry’s highly-anticipated NBA Finals run — distract her from growing her booming food business.

Jack in the Box Inc. Announces Refinancing Transactions

According a news release, the senior credit facility is comprised of an outstanding term loan of $315 million and revolving credit facility of $739.4 million.

Battle of the Beers Reveals Some Strong Local Breweries

State Fair Beer Competition Provides Chance to Standout

The local craft beer scene may be oversaturated. But, the good news is that just means there are plenty of really good San Diego-brewed offerings to choose from.

USD Faculty to Travel To Mexico to Teach Leadership Program

First Time USD Degree To Be Offered Outside The United States

The University of San Diego School of Business has teamed up with Centro de Ensenanza Tecnica y Superior (CETYS) to offer CETYS University graduate students the opportunity to obtain the USD Master of Science in Global Leadership degree in conjunction with an MBA from CETYS at their campus in Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico.