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.
\nNew to this year\u2019s event is a celebration of Point Loma\u2019s 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.
\nThe Point Loma Portuguese community grew in the early 1900s around the tuna industry.
\n“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.
\nParticipating 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\u2019s Cocina, Quarterdeck Restaurant & Bar, Vessel Restaurant at Kona Kai, Old Venice Restaurant, Mitch\u2019s Seafood, Point Loma Caf\u00e9, Northside Shack, Pomodoro Restaurant Italiano, Pummaro, Blue Wave Bar & Grill, Westy\u2019s Antiques & Tavern, Point Break Cafe and The Living Room Coffeehouse & Bistro.
\nAttendees will also have the option to purchase a drink that complements the restaurant\u2019s food sample for an additional fee. Dog-friendly patios will be identified with a paw print next to a restaurant\u2019s 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.
\nTickets can be purchased online at tasteofpointloma.eventbrite.com, at The Wine Pub, or Matt Kalla\u2019s 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\u2019s office can start at any of the participating restaurants identified on the ticket.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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