Whether you consider ownership, accolades, or simply fame and fortune, the restaurant, cocktail, and beer industries are largely dominated by men. But in San Diego, there's a rising stock of female masters taking the food, beer, wine, and cocktail scene to another level. Here's a look at some of the city's top food and drink mavens, and where you can taste or sip their creations.

San Diego's not just about the beaches (as beautiful as they are): We've got big-time sports, too! Check out what makes the city such a prime-time player in baseball, soccer, hoops and a whole lot more.

San Diego punches well above its weight when it comes to restaurants and chefs with heavy-hitting credentials. A "Top Chef" winner? Yep, we have one. Master French Chef? That, too. James Beard honors and nominations? Too many to count. And that extreme rarity, a restaurant with three Michelin stars? You better believe it. Here are but a few of the proudest sons, daughters and kitchens of San Diego.