Taking place over Father’s Day weekend, the 18th annual Taste of Gaslamp will be held June 18-19, from 1-4pm. Throughout the Gaslamp, and with more than 25 dining venues featured each day, the event promises to be a veritable smorgasbord. The San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter will host the event’s main check-in location as well as the Beer Garden presented by Samuel Adams (for those 21+). Participating restaurants will showcase their house specialties with a sample for each patron. Attendees may also take home a recipe book featuring favorites by participating venues. Purchase tickets in advance, as this event sells out each year. Tickets are $30 per person per day. (619/233-5227, www.gaslamp.org) JANE SHIOMI
