Upcoming Events: Tea Party, Wine Festival, and Poolside Lunch Scheduled Soon

San Diego County’s culinary scene is abuzz with recent menu introductions and upcoming events aimed at food enthusiasts.

The La Valencia Hotel in La Jolla is celebrating the arrival of spring with its annual tea party series, set to take place over the next few Fridays in the hotel’s Mediterranean room. Guests can indulge in an elegant tea service featuring an array of DAMMANN Frères teas, accompanied by a selection of sandwiches, quiche, freshly baked scones, mini pastries, and a glass of champagne. These gatherings will occur from 11 a.m. to noon on April 25, May 2, and May 9, with tickets priced at . The venue is located at 1132 Prospect St., La Jolla, CA. More information is available on the hotel’s website.

Beeside Balcony, with locations in both La Jolla and Del Mar, recently launched a delectable three-course dinner menu for . Diners have the option to start with one of three appetizers: Beeside salad, cioppino soup, or salmon croquette. The main course selections include Mediterranean seabass, pork ossobuco with tomato mirepoix, lamb loin chop with confit garlic mashed potatoes, or steak complemented by chimichurri sauce and rosemary fries. Guests can conclude their meal with dessert choices of s’more lava cake or churros.

At Pendry San Diego, The Pool House is introducing a new poolside lunch menu available on weekdays. The outdoor venue, located on the third floor, features a range of offerings, including sandwiches, salads, cocktails, wines, and non-alcoholic beverages. Highlights from the menu include Buffalo-style lollipop chicken wings and a poke bowl served with a choice of brown rice or salad, garnished with avocado, seaweed, cucumbers, and spicy aioli. Specialty cocktails start at by the glass or for a pitcher.

The Uncorked 10th Anniversary Wine and Champagne Festival invites attendees to taste over 150 selections from around the globe. Scheduled for Saturday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Embarcadero Marina Park North, this event caters exclusively to those aged 21 and older and will also feature live DJs, food trucks, and lawn games. Tickets range from .71 to .54, with proceeds benefiting Urban Surf 4 Kids.

Additionally, the Taste of Hillcrest event allows participants to sample dishes from over 25 local restaurants, showcasing Italian, Thai, and American cuisines. This neighborhood tasting tour is complemented by live music and local vendors and will run on Saturday from noon to 4 p.m.

Finally, Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse introduces a new text club for diners aimed at providing special deals. Members can receive off their first full-priced dinner rodizio experience, which features 18 grilled meats, a fully stocked salad bar, and an array of side dishes. Details and sign-up information are available on their website.

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