I have been in San Diego the last several days for the National WIC Association 2010 Biennial Nutrition Education & Breastfeeding Conference, and this town is right up my alley.Its a fantastic combination of good food (seafood AND Mexican!), interesting things to do, and gorgeous waterfront scenery all packed into a surprisingly small, user-friendly space.Ive had many marvelous meals, two starring seafood.The first was from the Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant, which was serving steamed Mediterranean mussels and Venus clams as well as citrus-marinated swordfish for restaurant week.The second was from the Fish Market haddock with a side of parsley potatoes and basil tomatoes.The Cosmopolitan wins for relaxing outdoor ambiance and unique, bold food.The Fish Market takes the prize for jaw-dropping ocean view, entertaining old fishing pictures, and classically-prepared simple seafood.

Also, I would be remiss if I didnt mention that I went to the most sophisticated, charming Italian restaurant called Bice and they had a cheese bar.Heaven.