San Diego food lovers and visitors will sample fresh seafood, decadent desserts and a variety of ethnic cuisine from an array of restaurants, cafes and bakeries at the 27th annual Taste of Point Loma on Wednesday, April 20 from 5:30 to 9 p.m., hosted by the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce. Tickets can be purchased online at tasteofpointloma.eventbrite.com.
New to this year’s event is a celebration of Point Loma’s Portuguese Heritage with the United Portuguese S.E.S. Inc. (U.P.S.E.S. Inc.). U.P.S.E.S. Inc. will be providing samples of traditional Portuguese dishes along with entertainment.
The Point Loma Portuguese community grew in the early 1900s around the tuna industry.
“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 of Commerce.
Participating restaurants include United Portuguese S.E.S. Inc., 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.
Attendees will also have the option to purchase a drink that complements the restaurant’s food sample for an additional fee. Dog-friendly patios will be identified with a paw print next to a restaurant’s logo on the ticket. Shuttle services will be available to attendees throughout the night. In addition, a discounted ticket will be offered to students, military or anyone going by bike. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Peninsula Chamber of Commerce.
Tickets can be purchased online at tasteofpointloma.eventbrite.com, at The Wine Pub, or Matt Kalla’s State Farm office located at 4148 Voltaire Street. Event check in for online ticket purchasers will be at United Portuguese S.E.S. Inc., located at 2818 Avenida de Portugal. Attendees who purchase tickets at The Wine Pub or Matt Kalla’s office can start at any of the participating restaurants identified on the ticket.
