The document summarizes the history and current state of Little Italy in San Diego, California. Originally home to Italian and Portuguese fishermen in the early 20th century, the neighborhood declined as the tuna industry faltered. In the 1990s, restoration efforts began and today Little Italy is a thriving commercial and residential area known for its farmer's market, parks, and restaurants celebrating Italian culture.

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Condos - Great Food in
Little Italy

2. Little Italy in the Past

3. The northern shore of San Diego
Bay had been the home of Italian
and Portuguese fishermen during
the 20th century.

4. These people sailed in San
Diego Bay to fish for tuna and
other commercial fishes.

5. As more and more Italians settle
in this part of Downtown San
Diego, the neighborhood has been
known to be as ‘Little Italy.’

6. A major decline in the tuna
industry occurred in the early
years and this paved way to
the construction of
Interstate 5.

7. Since then, the place endured
depreciation for decades and
the once developed and
industrialized community was
disrupted.

8. However, in the early 1990’s
the Centre City Development
Corporation has been
approached by the local
residents

9. and merchants to team up
with them in preserving the
cultural dynamic and restoring
the commerce in the
neighborhood.

10. In the year 2000, the
development began and the once
disrupted community has been a
breeding place for everyone
especially the food lovers.

11. Little Italy Today

12. From the basic necessities to
the components of an
optimum San Diego
living, Little Italy offers more
than enough.

13. Its natural sloping landscape
allows anyone to capture the
best view of the bay.

14. The community has been filled
with commercial and
residential buildings too.

15. From lofts to condominiums,
apartments and small homes,

16. one could surely find a place
to reside in this part of
Downtown San Diego.

19. It is during this day where the
Mercato Farmer’s Market is
booming with

20. fresh produces, blooms, great
foods and gift items.

21. Mix these displays with a live
music and great view of the
bay,

23. anyone’s day would surely be
complete.

24. To further boost the
enjoyment,

25. the Amici Park which is lined
with cypress features a bocce
ball court

27. and a wide open space perfect
for a fun weekend or holiday
picnic for anyone.

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