BREAKFAST: I'm thoroughly addicted to Influx in Golden Hill – it's close to home, a good jumping off point for adventures around the city, and their buttery bagel scramble is... well... buttery. Coffee prep at Influx is pretty spot on too, and of course you can't leave without snagging one of their infamous red velvet cupcakes for later. And while we're on the subject of pastries, let me say that while the cinnamon roll at influx is far better than most, the crown still resides atop the head of Bread & Cie, best bakery in town.

LUNCH: It's a good feeling when you are acknowledged by the proprietor of an eating establishment. It's a great feeling when they know you by name. And it's an incredible feeling when they know that you want no mayonaisa and jalapeños on the inside of your veggie torta without you uttering one word. Yes, I have become a regular at a place called Patty's Fruitland in Barrio Logan. My variation on their veggie torta, known by some as the "Veggipeño", is my go-to. But their fruit salads are scrumptious, refreshing, and piled high. BUT... if we had enough time, I'd take my guest to TJ for my favorite dining experience in all of Tijuego – Cebicheria Erizo. It's a Javier Plascencia joint, and pretty magical. Yes, I called it magical, bitches.

DINNER: There are a few dinner places I love taking people from out of town to show them the San Diego I know and love. They are The Linkery, Jayne's Gastropub, and Blind Lady Ale House. BLAH wins out quite often because it's comfy, and deals a 1-2 punch to my weak spots – an obsession with artisan pie and my love of good design. Although it is no Mozza (go there next time yer in LA), the pizza is damn good and pretty inventive. And of course the guiding hand of talented designer and co-owner Jeff Motch has created a fun Northwest-beer-bar-esque space and a brand that has bred loyalty like crazy. And what's San Diego without great beer?

BAR: I do love me a Colonel at Starlite... but El Take It Easy is my spot. Their Laguna Salada is by far the best Michelada I've consumed in my time on this planet. If you haven't tried one yet, and especially if you're into bloody marys, turn off the boob tube, get off your butt, and sit it over at the EZ. Their food is great too (the pork cazuelas beckon me), so hopefully there's a little room left after a long day of eating around town.