A new social destination, The Admiral at NTC, is planned for Liberty Station

The Admiral at NTC, a $15 million development project planned for Liberty Station, is intended to be San Diego's next culinary and cultural hub. Why it matters: The project, led by local restaurateur Ryan Thorsen, would restore and revive historic homes that have sat mostly vacant for decades to create a new destination at one of the city's iconic landmarks. The big picture: The seven-acre hospitality complex in Point Loma will feature five dining and entertainment concepts, expansive gardens and skyline views. • The site will be near the main...