Hundreds of San Diego foodies will sample fresh seafood, local specialties, decadent desserts and Portuguese cuisine from 20 restaurants at the annual Taste of Point Loma next Wednesday.
The event, hosted by the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, is scheduled from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, April. 20
Participating restaurants include Bali Hai, The Elegant Truffle, The Wine Pub, Seaside Pho & Grill, Brigantine Seafood & Oyster Bar, EAT at The Pearl, Miguel’s Cocina, Quarterdeck Restaurant & Bar, Vessel Restaurant at Kona Kai, Old Venice Restaurant, Mitch’s Seafood, Point Loma Café, Northside Shack, Pomodoro Restaurant Italiano, Pummaro, Blue Wave Bar & Grill, Westy’s Antiques & Tavern, Point Break Cafe and The Living Room Coffeehouse & Bistro.
Shuttle services will be available to attendees throughout the night.
New to this year’s event is a celebration of Point Loma’s Portuguese heritage with the United Portuguese S.E.S. Inc. The Point Loma Portuguese community grew in the early 1900s around the tuna industry. U.P.S.E.S. will be providing samples of traditional Portuguese dishes along with entertainment.
“We are excited to celebrate and bring awareness to the rich Portuguese cultural heritage in Point Loma. United Portuguese S.E.S. Inc. will provide attendees with a glimpse into their traditional cuisine, customs and activities,” said Matt Kalla, president of the Peninsula Chamber.
Tickets are $25 ($15 for military, students and bicyclists) and can be purchased online at tasteofpointloma.eventbrite.com, The Wine Pub, or Matt Kalla’s State Farm office at 4148 Voltaire Street.
