CRA San Diego Chapter

05/13/2026

04/18/2026

Welcome one of our newest members,
Origen - San Diego (Hillcrest)📍
Mexican coastal cuisine born from surf trips, outdoor adventures, and a deep love for the sea.
🌊 Fun fact: Chef hails from Guadalajara with time cooking in Spain — and that influence flows through every dish.

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04/13/2026

03/10/2026

03/06/2026

Voted the best Mexican restaurant in Carlsbad, CA

Casa de Bandini is bringing the soul of Colonial Mexico to The Forum Shopping Center. 🌮🪅

From homemade tortillas hot off the griddle to slow-roasted Carnitas a la Michoacana, award-winning seafood, and over 60 tequilas in the cantina, this place is the real deal.

Proud CRA member serving authentic flavors and unforgettable experiences in Carlsbad. 🇲🇽

📍 1901 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad CA
☎️ (760) 634-3443

03/01/2026

Welcome Ice Cold Storage!

Portable refrigerated storage solutions that help restaurants scale instantly, stay compliant, and protect inventory when you need it most.

❄️ Fun fact: Their emergency-ready trailers have saved countless restaurants from losing thousands in product when refrigeration systems unexpectedly fail.

02/25/2026

We’re calling on our hospitality community to help inspire the next generation

Join us on March 11 at the High School Hospitality Conference at The Rady Shell and make a direct impact on students exploring careers in our industry.

🗓 March 11, 2026
📍 The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
⏰ 8AM–2PM (Flexible shifts available)

Your time makes a difference.
🔗 Dm us “HS” for the link to signup!

02/12/2026

📸 NEW MEMBER ALERT‼️
Welcome Chicken Charlie's Table!
📍 Rancho Bernardo
Charlie's test kitchen where he explores his palate and experiments with different cuisines plus a taste of those legendary county fair favorites year-round.
🎡 Fun fact: If the name sounds familiar, that's because Chicken Charlie is the mastermind behind iconic fair foods like deep-fried Oreos and Krispy Kreme chicken sandwiches.