Thanksgiving in the White House, including sweet potato recipe

Whipped Sweet Potatoes

In 1789 George Washington declared November 26th a national day of “public thanksgiving,” and every year since then, thanks have been given throughout the nation with a wonderful meal. The Obama family tradition includes one of the First Family’s favorites — sweet potatoes. This delicious and healthy recipe for White House Whipped Sweet Potatoes was enjoyed by the Obamas and around 50 guests in 2009

San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival this week

The San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival is the largest wine and culinary event in Southern California. Now in its 8th year the event promises to be another grand celebration of wine, food, and entertainment. During last years’ event, an estimated 10,000 festival-goers enjoyed over 800 wines, samplings from 70 of San Diego’s top fine dining restaurants and gourmet food companies and exhibitors.

November is the perfect time for wine and travel

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This November Napa Valley welcomes a great wine tasting event called Flavor! Napa Valley where the best of America’s wine and food capital will be showcased. If you’re looking for a pre-holiday getaway and a chance to relax with that special someone, book your travel arrangements now. The event is something that cannot be missed.

Recipes from the White House Garden-Cookbook

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In the spirit of Halloween, we’re sharing a sweet treat directly from the White House kitchen. We all know it’s not easy to eat healthy during the holidays, and the temptations start now. Sweet, sour, and chocolaty treats are everywhere, so why not try and add a more health conscious treat to your Halloween and holiday repertoire?

Steve Jobs dies at 56

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Steve Jobs, the chairman and co-founder of Apple, died today at the age of 56. Jobs has been battling pancreatic cancer, and in 2008 received a liver transplant as part of treatment. He took a leave of absence in 2009 and just this August stepped down from the post of CEO of the corporation.

Doctor’s orders include coffee for women, children for men

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New findings in women and men’s health this week are being released that show a link between coffee consumption in women with lowered depression as well as fatherhood linked to lowered heart problems.

Pixel Productions Officially Opens its Doors as Resource for the Community

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Pixel Productions San Diego is a new state-of-the art video production facility that will serve as a great resource for San Diego’s budding artists, local musicians, business, and everyone in between. Located on El Cajon Boulevard near San Diego State University, the Pixel studio is a great resource for students, artists, videographers, photographers, and local businesses looking to shoot high quality high definition video at a reasonable price.

San Diego Beaches Closed After Sewage Contamination

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The County of San Diego has released a statement advising beach goers to stay out of the water in the coming days. Sewage contamination is said to be a result of the power outage. The spill sent an estimated 3.2 million gallons of contaminated water from the San Diego Metropolitan Wastewater System, Pump Station #64, into the Los Penasquitos Lagoon.

Man in Gumby Costume Robs San Diego 7-11

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Gumby tried to rob a San Diego 7-11 on Monday, Sept. 7 says the San Diego Police department. A man in a Gumby costume was caught on surveillance tape demanding money, but gave up after the clerk refused.

Fashion Night Out hits San Diego stores tonight

Fashion Night Out

Fashion Night Out is a one-night extravaganza that’s hitting the globe, but more importantly, is hitting San Diego. As if we needed another reason to shop, the biggest Fashions Night Out event in San Diego is taking place at Fashion Valley Mall to kick off the fall season. So get ready to put away those summer styles and bust out the fall colors and trends that are sure to be hot for the season.