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The San Diego Unified School District board will vote Tuesday whether to rename César Chávez Elementary School.

Temaki Bar: Handroll, Sushi, Sake, Encinitas’ hip sushi spot located at 575 S. Coast Highway 101, will put a playful spin on omakase for Mother’s Day with its special “Momakase” experience, available exclusively on Sunday, May 10. Priced at $39 per person, the “Momakase” experience will feature a three-handroll set including salmon, shrimp and yellowtail, alongside a specialty nigiri platter with salmon topped with brown butter aioli, sweet soy and smoked salt; hamachi with black garlic ponzu, lime supreme and chive; and yellowfin with yuzu kosho aioli, serrano and togarashi. To complement the meal, guests will also enjoy a macha martini, made with Grey Goose vodka, matcha, agave, lemon juice and coconut milk. Temaki Bar, a Clique Hospitality concept, was named Best of North County 2024 for both sushi and seafood restaurants. The popular sushi bar elevates the art of traditional sushi-making to exceptional heights, using only freshly caught, sustainable seafood and locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Located at 575 S. Coast Hwy. 101, Temaki Bar is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. More information is available at TemakiBarSushi.com. Located at 575 S. Coast Hwy. 101, Temaki Bar is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. More information is available at TemakiBarSushi.com.

Appetites will be put to the test at El Chingon, the popular “Bad Ass Mexican” hotspot at 560 Fifth Ave. in the Gaslamp Quarter. The restaurant will honor National Fish Taco Day with a high-energy fish taco eating challenge for serious taco fans on Sunday, Jan. 25. Taco enthusiasts with big appetites will be hooked on the eating challenge, which will have competitors racing to see who can finish five Jorge’s Taco de Pescado tacos the fastest. The fan-favorite features battered cod topped with shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, Mexican citrus cream and chipotle cream. Check-in will begin at 5:30 p.m., and the challenge will start at 6 p.m. Registration is free and available through the Eventbrite website. Those cheering from the sidelines can fuel up with El Chingon’s extensive menu, with standout dishes such as the California burrito with carne asada, loaded fries, pico de gallo, Mexican citrus cream and Chingón cheese blend; a taco plate with a choice of any three tacos served with rice and refried beans; and the Mexican Cuban, a fresh take on the classic Cuban sandwich made with slow-braised beef birria, melted Swiss cheese, pickled jalapeños and mustard on buttery Cuban bread; among others. Guests can raise a glass to the champion with El Chingon’s standout sips, including the Battle of Juárez made with Cazadores Blanco, lime, guava, agave and R&D Fire Bitters; the Mexican Firing Squad with spirit, lime, house-made grenadine and R&D House Bitters; and the Pancho Villa featuring El Jimador Blanco, lime, salt and a choice of Jarritos; among others. More information about El Chingon is available on the website at www.ElChingon.com/San-Diego, by calling 619-501-1919 and on Facebook and Instagram at @ElChingonSD

Join us for a three-day Lantern-Making Workshop at The Woo, presented in collaboration with All For Logan and inspired by the cultural traditions of Fiesta de la Guadalupana. This hands-on workshop invites participants of all ages to explore the history, symbolism, and storytelling that shape this beloved celebration. Across three guided sessions, attendees will learn the foundations of lantern construction, reflect on personal and collective narratives, and design illuminated lanterns using tissue paper, natural elements, photographs, text, and more. The workshop blends cultural education with creative expression, culminating in lanterns prepared for a community procession. Workshop Schedule: • Wednesday, December 10 | 5–8 p.m. Introduction to lantern-making, imagery, and the history behind the Feast Day. • Thursday, December 11 | 5–7 p.m. Building lantern panels, assembling tealight holders, and beginning lantern structure. • Friday, December 12 | 5–7 p.m. Final assembly, decorations, and preparation for community display. All materials are included. Families are welcome. This workshop is a warm invitation to create, learn, and honor tradition through art — strengthening community ties and preserving cultural memory. Location: The Woo, Barrio Logan Registration on Eventbrite

At the University of San Diego School of Law’s immigration clinics, students work on real-time immigration cases — helping people become citizens, apply for green cards, win asylum cases and even fight deportations.

Created by Executive Chef Alfie Szeprethy, the Mother’s Day menu will highlight the restaurant’s signature take on coastal flavors, featuring fresh and locally-sourced ingredients, priced at $70 per person. The experience will begin with miso soup prepared with red and white miso, tofu, seaweed and green onion; followed by a selection of chef’s choice nigiri. For the main course, guests will choose between Jidori chicken served with shiitake mushrooms, snow peas and ginger pesto; or Mongolian shrimp paired with mango salsa and pineapple egg fried rice. The meal will conclude with ube cheesecake with caramelized pineapple purée, toasted coconut and whipped cream. A curated beverage program featuring premium sake, thoughtfully selected wines and craft cocktails complement the menu’s bold flavors. Standout cocktails include the yuzu margarita with Patrón Reposado, ginger liqueur, yuzu juice, bitters, agave and ume shiso salt; the lychee martini with Roku Japanese gin, Soho lychee liqueur, Hakutsuru Umeshu liqueur, Sakura bitters and pink lychee; and the Spa Day with Absolut Citron, Chareau aloe liqueur, lime and simple syrup; among others. Roppongi’s beloved happy hour is available from 3 to 5:30 p.m. daily on the patio and in the bar, offering a variety of half-price Asian tapas and specially priced drinks. Dinner service begins at 5 p.m. daily. Reservations are recommended and may be made on OpenTable. More information is available at RoppongiLaJolla.com and on Facebook and Instagram at @Roppongi_LaJolla.

Director Michael Sarnoski's film about the legendary hero who robs from the rich and gives to the poor is about the stories we tell ourselves.

China on Monday announced sanctions on 10 American military-related companies in response to a recent U.S. move that bars some leading Chinese tech companies from defense contracts.

After a week of the World Cup, visitors to the U.S. are marveling on social media about things like free drink refills. It's a respite as tensions between Washington and its allies run high.

Celebrate Easter with a remarkable dinner experience at Huntress, offered Friday, April 3, Saturday, April 4, and Sunday, April 5! Enjoy expertly crafted plates like the Wagyu Carbonara, Buttermilk Fried Rabbit with fresh corn bread, Oefus en Mayo with soft-boiled egg, potato rostie, smoked trout roe, nduja bacon bits, tomato aioli, and dill; and the indulgent Broken Rose Dessert with chocolate mousse, raspberry compote, strawberry air cake, and raspberry sorbet. Plus, enjoy special Easter cocktails at the chic downtown steakhouse, including the Carrot Cake Cocktail with bourbon, carrot, lemon, honey, and egg white. Reservations can be made online at the Huntress website. Huntress on Facebook / Instagram