Awesome Moments from 2016

2016 was a BLAST!!! We can’t ring in the New Year without reminiscing about all of the awesome moments that we had in Oceanside last year. What were some of your favorite memories while in Oceanside?

Holiday Shopping Gift Guide

A themed Holiday Shopping Gift Guide featuring a sampling of local Oceanside retailers providing the perfect gift ideas for everyone on your list. Need a little help figuring out what to get? Don’t worry! All of the gift ideas are in a fun itinerary format, giving you suggestions based on interests.

Rare Sighting on Whale Watching Tour

Rare Sighting on Whale Watching Tour What began as a beautiful Southern California day for a whale watching trip, suddenly became a once in a lifetime experience for all those aboard the Oceanside Adventure’s catamaran on Friday, November 4th. 1st Mate, Joe Tripiciano, recalls the events that happened during this extraordinary cruise: Our 12pm trip […]

Oceanside Sandwiches Reign Supreme

Oceanside Sandwiches Reign Supreme What makes a simple sandwich speak to you? When all the ingredients —bread, meats, cheeses, veggies and spreads— combine to create the perfect balance of textures and flavors in a handheld meal. Think moisture versus crunch and good bread to filling ratio. Bread choice is critical. For example, rye bread is […]

Haunted Oceanside: Hill Street Café

“Sarah was the only spirit we made contact with that night, but it was unlike any encounter we’ve experienced as a team.” The two-story Victorian style home on the 101 has been a staple of Oceanside for nearly 130 years, but before it was the home to Hill Street Café, it was home to a woman who still resides there in spirit. As seen in the Osider Magazine, September/October 2016, Vol. 3 Issue 5. This article is available in a printed version until November, 2016. Words by Amber Lussier. Photos by Zach Cordner. Historical Research and Images by Krosti Hawthorne/Oceanside Historical Society.

Oceanside Mid-Week Hustle

Things to do in Oceanside Every Week Why do we spend all week long looking forward to going out Friday and Saturday night? Especially when there’s something to do every night of the week in Oceanside. Your work week grind doesn’t have to feel endless! Take a night off, or two, to decompress and add […]

Wedding Celebration Honoring Active Military

In early 2016, Military Mondays: Special Edition had the privilege of hosting six military elopement ceremonies during Oceanside Valentines Week. Meet the couples and see photos from this special event.

Oktober Beer Guide

Oceanside is fast becoming a craft beer destination. Nearly a dozen microbreweries will be open by the end of the year. In the overall hoppy forward San Diego beer scene, it’s nice to find some approachable alternatives here in town that emphasize enticing flavor profiles such as brews on tap at Bagby Beer Company, Barrel Republic and Belching Beaver Brewery.

Asian and Ramen Restaurants in Oceanside

Oceanside has long been known for its beautiful beaches but now that the food scene has evolved, both locals and tourists alike enjoy a huge variety of options including a plethora of Asian restaurants. From Japanese to Vietnamese to Thai, eateries abound will satisfy noodle, sushi and/or curry cravings. Author Jolee Pink discusses three popular Oceanside Asian restaurants.

Savory Summer BBQ

Nothing says “Summertime” like savory barbecue! Fortunately for Oceanside, there are three local eateries that offer a good mix of traditional recipes, and a few unique twists! Come for the food, and stay for the Southern Hospitality at Enzo’s BBQ & Ale House, Felix’s BBQ with Soul, and That Boy Good Southern BBQ Joint.

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