Ever heard of amazing German beers? Well, if you haven’t yet got the taste of German beers, then this is your chance to sip some at the upcoming Oktoberfest in San Diego.

San Diego dedicates the month of October to celebrate its German heritage just as it marks March as the month for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day and its Irish heritage. Organized by the German American Societies of San Diego, this traditional festival will be held in El Cajon in San Diego.

German cuisine is not just about beer and sausages. Germans like elaborate, well-prepared and well-served food. At Oktoberfest, you will find several diverse dishes to satisfy your taste buds such as sauerkraut, schweinsbraten, ox-on-the-spit, Labskaus, bratwurst, schnitzel, potato pancakes, potato salad, soups with cabbage and peas and of course, the famed German pastries and tarts made with fresh fruit in a wide variety.

Besides enjoying great food and beer, the fest also offers a great lineup of musical entertainment. A popular band from Bavaria named Guggenbach-Buam is set to perform at the Oktoberfest dressed in traditional clothing with a variety of German music.

You can do plenty of exciting things at this fest such as singing and dancing to the beats of polkas and waltz, watching German folk dance, participating in several games, competing in contests, taking kids to the Kids’ Zone, buying some nick-knacks from vendors and craft booths and so on. The admission fee for 21 years and older is $5 and if you are younger than 21, the entry is free.

This popular traditional festival will take place over the first two weekends of October. If you are planning to come on a vacation to San Diego between 1st and 10th October, make sure to attend this festival.

Although San Diego has plenty of hotels, it will be convenient for you to stay in a San Diego lodging from where El Cajon is nearby so that you don’t waste much time on commute.

Located just 15 minutes away from the San Diego International Airport, California Suites Hotel is one of the leading budget hotels in San Diego. Known for good services and hospitable staff, the hotel provides awesome discounts and great San Diego vacation deals and packages.

In October, do come to El Cajon and bring your whole family too, to experience a real German Oktoberfest.

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The upcoming San Diego Restaurant Week opens the floodgates to lip smacking delicacies at more than 180 of the best restaurants in the city. Both city residents and tourists wait for this week to try out an array of feasts at the best restaurants.

Considered as the largest and the most successful dining event in San Diego County, San Diego Restaurant Week was initiated to make San Diego a top destination for fine dining. Organized by the California Restaurant Association San Diego County, the San Diego Restaurant Week is held twice a year. It will flag off on 19 September and go up to 24 September, 2010.

You can pick a restaurant of your choice during the week and enjoy a three course menu there. There are no tickets, coupons or passes required. Best part of this week long festival is that you get to savor a three-course dinner for merely $20, $30 or $40 per person, depending upon the restaurant you choose. Where else can you get the chance to discover new restaurants all at one place and relish delicious meals at such a reasonable prices?

This gastronomic week also provides a great opportunity to food lovers when they can explore the new eateries as well as revisit the old favorites. However it is advisable to reserve tables at the restaurants in advance.

Starting from downtown San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter to Old Town, La Jolla, Coronado, Del Mar and beyond, food lovers can treat themselves to delicious meals at various restaurants at several places throughout San Diego during the food festival. If you are visiting San Diego during this time, make sure you stay in a San Diego lodging from where all the above mentioned locations are nearby so that you save time on commute.

Located right in the middle of San Diego, California Suites Hotel is one of the leading budget hotels in San Diego which provides tempting discounts,and high value services to their visitors.

Ahead of other budget hotels in delivering the best to their clients, California Suites Hotel many other facilities such as complimentary breakfast, free parking, spa tub, safe deposit box, voice mail, Internet facility and lots more.

San Diego Restaurant Week is a sheer delight for foodies! Don’t miss it!

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