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Helen Hwang

California

Freelance Journalist and Contributor at Freelance

Journalist, Author, Mechanical Engineer. Words @EaterSanDiego @NYTimes @Parents @TripAdvisor #food #travel #kids #parenting #binders

Articles

  • 1 week ago | sandiego.eater.com | Helen Hwang

    In today’s dining landscape, San Diego restaurants face challenges like the rising cost of goods, labor shortages, and evolving customer expectations. Everything from longtime city institutions to newer spots unable to find their footing can succumb to a combination of obstacles, although San Diego restaurateurs and chefs remain resilient — just check out Eater’s hot new restaurants map for proof. This biweekly column keeps track of all the closings you may have missed.

  • 1 week ago | sandiego.eater.com | Helen Hwang

    Each month brings a new slate of exciting new restaurants to San Diego, whether it’s a splashy new restaurant helmed by an iconic chef, a low-key neighborhood spot, or a pop-up settling into a permanent location. Consider this monthly rundown a go-to guide for the newest and boldest debuts across San Diego. National City— The first stateside location for the Michelin-recognized Tacos El Franc is opening at the Westfield Plaza Bonita by May 30.

  • 1 month ago | sandiego.eater.com | Helen Hwang

    Kimberly Motos Each month brings a new slate of exciting new restaurants to San Diego, whether it’s a splashy new restaurant helmed by an iconic chef, a low-key neighborhood spot, or a pop-up settling into a permanent location. Consider this monthly rundown a go-to guide for the newest and boldest debuts across San Diego. Coronado— The Crown City finally got its firstrooftop bar and restaurant in March.

  • 1 month ago | sandiego.eater.com | Helen Hwang

    Harbor Breakfast In today’s dining landscape, San Diego restaurants face challenges like the rising cost of goods, labor shortages, and evolving customer expectations. Everything from longtime city institutions to newer spots unable to find their footing can succumb to a combination of obstacles, although San Diego restaurateurs and chefs remain resilient — just check out Eater’s hot new restaurants map for proof. This biweekly column keeps track of all the closings you may have missed.

  • 1 month ago | spaandbeautytoday.com | Helen Hwang

    Strolling into Town and Country Resort feels like stepping into a time machine. The atmosphere is a throwback to California’s yesteryears with nostalgic, feel-good, retro vibes. Originally built in 1953 as a motor inn with 43 rooms, located in the middle of the “country,” the lodge housed attendees of San Diego’s first convention center. The Best Spas in San DiegoToday, the bustling hotel is conveniently located close to roadways that quickly take visitors to all ends of San Diego.

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Helenihwang @helenihwang
13 Feb 25

Taiwan, a gorgeous island nation in East Asia, offers wellness experiences and natural hot springs. https://t.co/s7uSNSMj4t

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Helenihwang @helenihwang
27 Jan 25

Consider these unexpected destinations for Lunar New Year: Vancouver, Las Vegas, Mexicali, Jakarta, and London. https://t.co/66FBmAKYPu #vancouver #lasvegas #mexicali #jakarta #london #tripadvisor #familytravel #travel #lunarnewyear #culinarytravel #foodtravel

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Helenihwang @helenihwang
8 Dec 24

If Hannah Kobayashi Is Off the Grid in Tijuana, 'No One Is Looking for Her,' Official Says https://t.co/8boSCF03Ki via @people