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Roma Norte Brings Standout Cocktails and Mexico City Chic to San Diego
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The downtown nightlife scene is getting a boost with the arrival of Roma Norte, a sophisticated cocktail bar that transports a touch of Mexico City to the Headquarters at Seaport where it’s located across from Puesto. The space, and its food and drink menu, clearly pay homage to its namesake neighborhood in Mexico’s capital, known as a bustling culinary and arts district with world-class cocktail culture.
At 2,000-square-feet with a capacity for 60 guests, Roma Norte’s dark, moody interior, illuminated by the backlit bar, creates an intimate yet social atmosphere. Under a canopy of soft lights and greenery, bar-height tables encourage mingling while cozy two-tops flank the walls.
Led by vice president of bar and spirits Beau du Bois (Marisi, Meadowood) and director of bar logistics Derek Cram (Puesto, PDT), with chef Erik Aronow (Puesto, Destroyer) providing a menu of Mexico City-style bites, Roma Norte aims to be a beacon for both locals and travelers.
Forging unforgettable experiences through exceptional drinks and unparalleled service, du Bois and his team are confident their bar will become a fixture for those seeking something beyond the Gaslamp’s offerings.
With over 70 cocktails, Roma Norte’s menu showcases both creativity and precision. The habanero margarita is vapor-infused with habaneros to capture the chili pepper’s floral essence without the heat, a process that takes 30 minutes to distill a single drink. It comes with a dropper of capsaicin shrub, allowing guests to customize the drink to their preferred spice level.
And the deceptively simple Sex on the Beach involves a multi-day process of melding and clarifying ingredients, then force carbonating the mixture before layering it over cranberry juice and Dell’Etna Pesca, a high-quality peach liqueur.
“Talented chefs take every opportunity to layer in additional depths of flavor as well as improve the texture and appearance of their dishes. We take the same approach with our cocktail program. If we can make a drink better with a longer process, we will” states Cram.
“At Roma Norte, we’re executing the most ambitious cocktail program we’ve ever created,” explains Cram. “Not only is the menu much larger than at Puesto and Marisi, but virtually every cocktail has one or more labor-intensive sub-recipes. Scaling up these prep-intensive drinks has been challenging.”
Non-alcoholic options are crafted with equal care. Unimpressed with current NA offerings, the Roma Norte team makes many in-house, like the NA mezcal with tea and eucalyptus. The Nadachelada features alcohol-free Corona with a house-clarified michelada mix.
The staff is comprised of trained bartenders, so some of the city’s rising bar stars like Alyssa Ellis (Animae) may be serving your cocktail or the one making it. “We all have a hand in creating, preparing, and delivering our technique-driven, elevated, cocktails, and we can all speak to them passionately, as we walk you through our menu,” explains assistant general manager Edwin Vergara.
Open until 2 a.m., Roma Norte plans to cater to a diverse crowd, from industry professionals to nearby hotel guests. “It’s a place, like The Lion Share,” adds Vergara, “where you can enjoy a cocktail after a night out on the town or where you can start off with a cocktail before dinner.”
“Now that Roma Norte is open, we have a long way to go,” says du Bois. “Planting our flag and being open until 2 a.m. is going to require patience and unmatched hospitality. The good news is, we have such an incredibly dedicated bar team that understands the assignment.”
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Best Shoes Moments at San Diego Comic-Con 2024: Florence Pugh in Metallic Boots, Emma Corrin in Pointy Heels and More
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San Diego Comic-Con 2024 was a whirlwind of excitement, and while the focus was on groundbreaking trailers and star-studded panels, the footwear was equally worthy of attention. From classic superhero boots to classic strappy sandals, the footwear at this year’s event truly stole the show. Here’s a look at some of the best shoe moments from the convention, featuring the actors and films that made headlines.
Florence Pugh
Florence Pugh made an appearance at the Marvel Studios Panel for her upcoming film “Thunderbolts,” held at San Diego Comic-Con on Saturday. The talented actress, known for her bold fashion choices, did not disappoint, stepping out in a striking ensemble that perfectly blended high fashion with a touch of superhero glam. Pugh wore a black David Koma minidress from the label’s resort 2025 collection. Pugh opted for a pair of metallic knee-high slouch boots that were croc embossed. These boots not only added an edge to her ensemble but also highlighted one of the season’s hottest trends: statement boots.
Vanessa Kirby
Vanessa Kirby attended the Marvel Studios Panel to promote her film “Fantastic Four” at San Diego Comic-Con. Kirby opted for a sleek and modern outfit, pairing a plunging black top with a red leather pencil skirt that hugged her figure. She wore a pair of minimalist black strappy sandals that perfectly balanced her bold ensemble. The sandals featured delicate ankle straps and thin heels, providing an elegant and understated contrast to her vibrant skirt.
Emma Corrin
Emma Corrin attended the Ultimate “Deadpool & Wolverine” Celebration of Life event at San Diego Comic-Con on Thursday night wearing a sleek shoulder-less minidress from Hodakova with sheer tights, showcasing her fashionable nature. Accompanying her outfit of choice for the evening was a unique pair of pointed pumps emphasized by a large chunky buckle strap in the mid-foot. The distinctive design of these pumps added a striking element to Corrin’s sophisticated look.
Skai Jackson
Skai Jackson slipped into a pair of strappy sandals while making an appearance at San Diego Comic-Con on Saturday afternoon, which she teamed with a matching striped blouse and shorts set. Jackson’s sandals were characterized by two straps on the upper that crisscrossed over the front part of her foot. A separate strap was present around her ankle, with a buckle fastening that allowed for extra security while walking.
Bella Thorne
Bella Thorne made an appearance for the “The Tower” press line Friday night at San Diego Comic-Con in a pair of strappy sandals that served as a complement to a hipster-themed outfit. Crafted with leather, the shoes boasted multiple straps that criss-crossed on the upper region. Thorne’s choice of footwear added a stylish and edgy touch to her ensemble, perfectly aligning with her daring fashion sense.
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