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Fox 5 San Diego

Fox 5 stopped by the Cat Cafe for the Marvels Cat Yoga event. Check out the featured video above to see Heather Lake’s visit!

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CBS 8

Jeff Zevely from CBS8 hosts a segment about Whiskers and Wine, talking to us about our journey and the many types of activities, like Kitten Yoga, that we have here at the lounge.

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@SandiegoMag

San Diego Magazine is the guide to all of San Diego’s local hot spots for food, fun, cocktails, and more. Their page posts an Instagram reel highlighting their most memorable moments when visiting us at the lounge, racking up over 100 thousand views. 

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Screenshot of a webpage from What Now San Diego. The article headline reads "Whiskers and Wine Bar Finally Setting Opening Date" and mentions a cat-focused bar with adoptable pets sharing details about the lounge. The webpage header includes the What Now logo, a search icon, and menu icon.

What Now SD

What Now Media Group featured us in an online article before our grand-opening to let their readers know what exciting things they should be expecting from Whiskers and Wine.

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Fox News

Fox News writes an online article about the unique experience of combining cocktails, food, and adoptable cats all together. Check it out below. 

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Cat Crazy Podcast

If you're a cat lover, then you absolutely must check out Whiskers & Wine Bar! I recently stopped by and had a delightful chat with the owner, Nicole Smith. Watch my video before you go to see all the amazing things that await you!

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CGN Noticas

En este episodio # 7 te llevamos a visitar a través del lente Whiskers & Wine Bar, un lugar único con gatos que busca hogar para felinos sin casa.

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Spectrum News

Bree Steffan from Spectrum News delivers a fun and informative video clip about Whiskers and Wine and the relaxing yet fun environment the lounge has. Watch the full video below. 

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Cat Yoga with Locally 101

If you’ve decided to exercise a little more this year, but going to the gym sounds a little boring. Well, how about Cat Yoga! There’s no better way to start your day than with a feline flow.

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Kitty Boss Podcast

Tune in for a lively discussion on all things feline, from cat behavior and health to the latest cat cafe trends. Plus, get an inside look at the Whisker & Wine Bar's mission to provide a safe and fun space for cat lovers to relax and play with adorable adoptable kitties.

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Nicole Smith and her husband Christopher smiling and holding orange cats in a living room with decorative items including a white branch and a chalkboard with a message.

Indulging in the company of cats 

Since making its introduction to the LGBTQ community at the San Diego Pride parade last year, the stylish two-level Whiskers & Wine in North Park is still landing on the radar of cat lovers throughout the county.

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A woman sitting in a chair at the San Diego Cat Bar, looking out the window while holding a small orange cat. There is a tray of drinks and snacks on the small table beside her. The window has a sign that reads 'San Diego Cat Bar! Whisky & Wine Bar, Adams Ave,' with a view of cars and trees outside.

@SDFoodies

Foodie influencers Chris and Ashley spent a unique and unforgettable date night at Whiskers & Wine and made a viral Tiktok and Instagram reel to make sure everyone else can too!

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Community Cats Podcast

In her conversation with Stacy, Nicole explains what prompted her to leave her career in the corporate world to open up a cat café. She talks about the cat café that inspired her and describes what went on behind the scenes before opening the doors of Whiskers and Wine Bar.

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Food for Thought Podcast

Food for Thought is a local podcast hosted by Keith Langhorn. On this episode, he visits us and asks about our story while we give him a tour of the space.

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Wine Magazine | Wine Enthusiast

We are honored to be apart of Wine Magazine’s top 16 wineries/wine companies that support non profit organizations. Ours is Saving One Life, San Diego Animal Sanctuary. Read more about us and other philanthropic wine businesses below. 

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@theresandiego

Focusing on our house wine, Record Family Wine, There San Diego curates an Instagram post to inform their adventure seeking audience about our special cat bar.

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San Diego Reader newspaper front page with headline about feeling feline at North Park's Whiskers & Wine event, featuring a quote about tart toppings on flatbread.

SDReader

In a witty tone, Gonzo from San Diego Reader gives a detailed story about his experience at the lounge from his interactions with our team member Nick, to the way one of the adoptable kittens almost snatched up his flatbread. Definitely worth the read!

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Screenshot of a webpage from Eater San Diego showcasing Adams Avenue Bar Pairs Cocktails and Wine with Cat Therapy, noting it is San Diego's first restaurant, bar, and cat lounge, authored by Helen I. Hwang, dated September 20, 2022.

Eater San Diego

Eater San Diego features us in an online article talking about our amazing “cat therapy” sessions paired with a unique dining experience.

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North Park wine bar helps cats find fur-ever homes | NBC 7 San Diego

Cat cafes have surged in popularity in recent years, but there’s one in North Park that’s doing things a little differently. It offers wine, cocktails and a full food menu, which you can enjoy while playing with adorable, adoptable kittens.