For the those of you looking for a different type of  meal, check out where the various food trucks of San Diego are serving up everything from cupcakes (Corner Cupcakes) and Asian fusion (Tabe BBQ) to espresso (Joes on the Nose) and ice cream (Sweet Treats).

The Hillcrest corner of Fifth  and Washington that housed Sushi Itto will soon become Brazen BBQ on a ten-year lease for the  3300 square foot space.  Two young guys, John Bracamonte and Brad Thomas, who are winners of some major barbecue competitions, including those sanctioned by the  prestigious Kansas City Barbecue Society (KCBS), are the minds behind Brazen BBQ.  Sounds like they may give Phil’s a good run for the money…San Diego could use some really swell and authentic barbecue.

And in case you missed it, also in Hillcrest, Kemo Sabe closed to relocate at some point to a coastal site in North County.  The Cohn Restaurant Group will launch their food truck Chop Soo-ey in January at the Little Italy farmers market.  In the meantime, they have their launch party in November and are doing private gigs.  Their competition as recently seen on local NBC tv, is Miho Gastrotruck with creative food including pork belly sammy and lots of other goodies.

While we’re talking Cohn restaurants, they recently installed a hot new chef, Daniel Barron, at Blue Point Coastal Cuisine.  This restaurant gets a huge share of convention business, and the place was full on a early weeknight.  Barron has cooked around the country.  However, there was disappointment in what was touted as one of his signature dishes, a 60 hour boneless short rib ($35).  As explained by the server, this chunk of meat is cooked sous-vide and comes out melting in your mouth.  Not.  This was one tough hunk that needed lots more time, though it apparently was meant to be what was served.  The horseradish hash browns were yummy, crisp and with a bite.  Perhaps one needs to stick to the seafood.

There’s still time to join the fun at the San Diego Wine & Food Festival that runs from November 17 to 21.  Famous chefs, lots of wine and a good crowd to boot.

If beer is your drink of choice, the annual San Diego Beer Week has many many options for you…Check out the schedule here.