June 03, 2020 - There are certain toys from childhood that every kid had on their birthday and Christmas lists. And when you think of these iconic toys, a flood of nostalgia comes rushing back, bringing us back to simpler and carefree times. If you had one of these toys, you were pretty much the coolest kid on the block. We’ve rounded up 5 of the most memorable and fun toys from childhood that will take you for a trip down memory lane.

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May 29, 2020 - The City of San Diego put out a call for help and this week we went out and donated 5,000 pairs of safety goggles for San Diego Firefighters.

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May 29, 2020 - Life has changed drastically since lockdown began and with bars and pubs shut, many of us are turning to video chats to have a drink with friends. I don't know about you, but these weekly virtual cocktail meet-ups have become an essential way to unwind during lockdown, especially when I'm all Netflixed out. Whether you use this time to improve on your cocktail mixing skills or are simply looking to make do with what's in your pantry, these drinks will hit the spot during your next Zoom happy hour sesh.

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May 27, 2020 - In the last 15 years, Knockaround has certainly seen its share of growth and milestones. Our foundation of fun, functionality, and great value still drives our decisions, but the community and culture that have grown around us are what it’s all about. Check out our Origins video to see how Knockaround got to where we are today!

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May 06, 2020 - Staying home and staying creative go hand in hand these days, and with over 1,000,000 possible combinations, you’re sure to come up with the perfect pair for you…seriously, you’re EVERY YOU.

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March 13, 2020 - San Diego is known for having the best craft brewing scene in the country, but its craft cocktails are coming up too. From innovative tiki drinks to CBD- and amethyst-crystal-infused cocktails, these craft cocktails are guaranteed to knock your socks—or flip flops, or whatever footwear you have on—right off of your feet.

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March 03, 2020 - If you haven’t experienced a Korean spa—also known as a jimjilbang—you haven’t really lived yet. It’s the perfect place to totally disconnect from the world while soaking, scrubbing, massaging, and waxing away all your troubles—and thankfully, Los Angeles and San Diego have lots of them.

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February 25, 2020 - Coachella—been there. Comic-Con—done that. Seafood and Wine Festivals—they’re a dime a dozen. There are certain festivals that people know and love, but honestly? There are so many more festivals along the West Coast that are way cooler and way quirkier than the big guys.

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February 10, 2020 - When it comes to Asian cuisine, there are few better destinations in San Diego than the Convoy district. This area, located in the community of Kearny Mesa, is home to hundreds of Asian eateries and specialty shops. Largely mom-and-pop shops in strip malls, Convoy’s Asian restaurants, a mixture of Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Taiwanese, and Southeast Asian cuisines, are known for their authenticity.

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January 31, 2020 - One road leads you to becoming an NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year, First Round NFL Draft Pick, Green Bay Packers Hall of Famer, 3 X Pro Bowler, 3 X All Pro, Ohio State Buckeye All-Century Team member, and Rose Bowl Champion. The other road leads you to none of those.

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