Today is Dining Out For Life!

SAN DIEGO -- Chris Shaw, Magali Snyder and Chef Deborah Scott collectively represent seven dining options for the Dine Out For Life event on Thursday, April 28. Their generosity is not the only thing they have in common; they are also among the first supporters of San Diego's event and they are gay and lesbian business owners who are giving back to their community.

In an exclusive interview with San Diego Gay & Lesbian News, they reveal the reasons for their continuing support of the charity dining event and urge you to join them in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

SAN DIEGO -- Locals will be descending upon Hillcrest on Saturday, April 16, from noon to 4 pm, for the annual Taste of Hillcrest, a self-guided tour of more than 50 of the neighborhood's best and unique dining options.

Some of the city's top chefs will be prepare specialty dishes for the occasion. Everything from mouth-watering appetizers to irresistible desserts, and everything in between - start saving your appetite now! It's your chance to discover a new favorite hot spot, from cafés and bistros to Five-Star dining options.

Editor’s note: Girls Night Out focuses on lesbian-themed events in San Diego.

Happening Wednesday – April 6

Portugalia – Female Fronted Bands That Rock – 9 pm

Visit Ocean Beach for a night of talented female musicians with musical styles ranging from soul, punk, folk and acoustic rock. Enjoy an expansive variety of Portuguese and Brazilian dishes. Wednesday nights in OB are hosted by the charismatic and multi-talented Tori Roze, who has contributed a positive, soulful and beautiful voice to our community with her incredible music and songs.