May 14, 2008
by John Lincoln
Urban Solace restaurant brings live bluegrass to North Park and introduces new happy hour.
"On Sundays, Urban Solace's charming outdoor patio and cozy indoor area feature a popular brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Matt Gordon, founder and Executive Chef, and Scott Watkins, founder and General Manager, bring in some of San Diego's best bluegrass musicians..."
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December 2008
A Gastronomic Guide to North Park by Frank Sabatini, Jr.
"Locals began singing the praises of Chef Matt Gordon when he brought back"duckaroni" and braised beef cheeks..."
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August 2008
O Brother, Where Art Brunch?
"Urban Solace's Matt Gordon is an anomaly among his farm-fresh North Park neighbors. Early on, he avowed to serve what tastes best, even if it meant trucking it in from the Ozarks..."
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March 2008
by Robin Kleven Dishon
"Who doesn't have a soft spot for comfort food? Depending on your upbringing, it might be your mother's momemade Hungarian goulash, or the Kraft macaroni and chesse in a box that sustained you in college..."
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May 20, 2009
Chicken to Crow About by Lori Weisberg
"From its crispy, golden-hued skin to its tender, moist meat, roast chicken remains a timeless, comforting dish that is as eagerly embraced by home cooks as it is by sophisticated chefs."
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August 2008
by Wendy Lemlin
Find solace in New American comfort food at this inviting restaurant, where prices are reasonable and dishes like cider- and molasses-glazed chicken entice.
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October 23, 2008
Aptly named, this eatery is where you want to head if you're craving comfort food, be it flaky biscuits, mac 'n' cheese or dumplings. While chef Matt Gordon doesn't hail from the South, there's no question much of the fare is reminiscent of Southern cooking. View and Read the Article

April 2009
Urbanizing Passover
"Stop into Urban Solace with Chef Matt Gordon and San Diego's first "Urban Seder." On April 8, Gordon will creat an Urban Seder dinner by presenting..."
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