Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa, presents numerous special events that are not to be missed during each season, so stay tuned to our events calendar and these Happenings pages for what's coming up on the coast. Always happening at Chandler's Oceanfront Dining is live music, every Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday evening from 5:00-7:00 PM on the Sunset Terrace. Chandler's is also the place to be for daily Happy Hour specials from 4:00-6:00 PM.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6th - 5:30PM - $70 PER PERSON
Learn the art of tamale making with Chef Ismael at Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa. In this interactive and educational culinary class, you'll roll up your sleeves for an unforgettable hands-on, tamale-making experience with Chef Ismael, here on the coast at Cape Rey.
In this intimate class (limited to just 20 guests), you’ll learn how to master the art of folding, wrapping, and steaming tamales and prepare authentic masa the traditional way.
You'll create flavorful fillings with a SoCal twist like . . .
Chicken Mole
Vegetable Rajas
Pumpkin Spice Dessert Tamale
You’ll cook, laugh, sip on agua fresca and traditional Mexican hot chocolate during class and leave with delicious tamales and recipes to impress your family and friends. Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or just love authentic Mexican flavors, this class is the perfect blend of culture, fun, and food. Join us!
Celebrate with your family and friends any time on the Thanksgiving holiday with the following culinary options.
For early risers, an All American Breakfast Buffet will be served from 7:00AM - 10:00AM for $25 per person (+ tax & gratuity), with an a la carte Kids Menu also available.
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If interested in Dinner Hour Dining, a Prix Fixe, Three-Course dinner will be served following the Brunch Buffet with your choice of Appetizer, Entrée and Dessert from several delectable holiday options, for $80 per person (+ tax & gratuity). The first dinner seating will be at 5:30PM and the last seating at 8:30PM. A Kids Menu will also be available for the little ones.
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But the highlight of the holiday will be our Brunch Buffet, that will amaze and delight guests with literally something for everyone, and then some. This beautiful and bountiful buffet features an array of traditional favorites, as well as some creative, Chef-curated dishes with delicious details in every bite.
Adults $100 & Children under 12 $40 (+ tax & gratuity). The first seating will be at 11:30AM with the last seating at 3:30PM.
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SOUP
ROASTED CALSBAD PUMPKIN BISQUE - with Coconut cream drizzle, Chili garlic oil, assorted Sadie Rose Rolls
CAPE REY GARDEN OF SALADS
ROASTED BEETS & TANGERINE SALAD - with fennel, pistachio brittle, goat cheese crumbles
FARO & BABY KALE SALAD - with toasted Pumpkin seeds, dry Blueberries, crispy Quinoa, Miso tahini dressing
DASI FARM HEIRLOOM TOMATO & DISTAFANI BURRATA MOZZARELLA - with grilled Eggplant, Balsamic pearls, crispy Sage, house Pesto drizzle, micro Basil
ASIAN PEAR PEPPERCRESS SALAD - with Macadamia Nuts, Point Reyes Blue cheese crumble, Dijon Sherry Vinaigrette
CAPE REY GARDEN CRUDITE | BOOSE BOARD - with Edamame Ricotta Hummus
RAW AND VEGAN SEAFOOD BAR
West Coast Oysters, PEI Mussels, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail - with Yuzu blood orange mignonette, Horseradish Cocktail Sauce
Vegan Candy Stripe Beet Poke - with Won Ton Chips
CHARCUTERIE & CHEESE MONGERS
Shaved Mortadella, Sopprasatta, Cotto Salami, Smoked Cheddar, Sage Derby Brie, Mt. Tam Brie, Point Reyes Blue, Laura Chenel Goats Cheese, Black Sesame Cream Cheese, Smoked Gouda, Pepper Jack - with Grain Mustard, Fig Jam, Cornichons, Tangerine Marinated Olives, Baguettes, and Rustic Herb Lavosh Crackers
GOURMET OMELETTE & EGGS BENEDICT STATION
COASTAL SMOKED SALMON OMELETTE - with tiny Tomatoes, Dill chive crème
HARVEST TRUFFLE OMELETTE - with Roasted Butternut Squash, Mt. Tam Brie, Toasted Hazelnuts, Truffle Oil
SPICY BAJA OMELETTE - with Chorizo, Roasted pasilla chiles, Manchego, Avocado crème
Also to add: Tavern Ham, Tillamook Cheddar, Baby Spinach, Lipstick peppers, Spanish Onions
PROSCIUTTO EGGS BENEDICT - with Heirloom tomato, Poached eggs, Grilled brioche, Citrus hollandaise
BUTCHER BLOCK CHEF'S CARVING STATION
PRIME RIB OF BEEF PORCINI MUSHROOM DIJON CRUSTED - with Black Garlic Port Demiglace
HERB BRINED BONE IN TURKEY - with truffle Butter infused Apple Sage Turkey Jus, Cranberry Cumquat Relish
MAPLE BOURBON GLAZED BONE IN HAM - with Pineapple Black Pepper Crust, Bosc Pear Chutney
CORNBREAD & CHIVE MUFFINS
FRESH SEAFOOD ENTRÉE
CHARRED LOCAL BASS WITH PABLANO CORN VELOUTE
SAVORY SIDES
BUTTERMILK YUKON MASHED POTATOES - with crispy shallots
SADIE ROSE FOCACCIA STUFFING - with fuji apples, celery root
CANDIED RED GARNET YAMS - with sage brown butter, toasted pecans
CHERVIL ROASTED ROOT VEGETABLES - with pomegranate molasses
DOUBLE WILD MUSHROOM & RICE PILAF - with garden rosemary
PASTRY CHEF DESSERTS
Pumpkin Cheesecake- with Gingersnap crust, salted Caramel
Pear & Almond Tart- with Vanilla Bean Crème Anglaise
Chocolate Pecan Brownie Bites -with Sea Salt Caramel Foam
Mini Pavlovas, Pomegranate & Passion Fruit
Cookie & Cake Display & White Chocolate Cranberry Bark
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RESERVATIONS ON OPEN TABLE are strongly recommended for any meal at your preferred time.
Chandler's - 760-683-5500
IF THE BEACH IS YOUR HAPPY PLACE, CAPE REY IS YOUR HAPPY HOLIDAY PLACE!
Gather your family and friends for this complimentary, community-wide holiday event on December 4th, from 5:00-8:00pm at Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa.
The lobby will be filled with festive decor and music at 5:00pm with the Tree Lighting at the pool at 5:30pm sharp and Santa scheduled to arrive shortly after.
Mix and mingle around the pool with holiday crafts for the kids, photos with Santa to take home with you and nibbles and hot cocoa to enjoy as you browse local vendors and artisans displaying great gift ideas at the Kris Kringle Market.
Open House Activities Include:
Some festive adult beverages will also be available and be sure to stop in Chandler's for a holiday toast or bite to eat.
A portion of the proceeds that evening will be donated to the Carlsbad Education Foundation, providing opportunities to students in the Carlsbad Unified School District, as our way of giving back this holiday season.
Dinner reservations at Chandler's are strongly recommended.
CHRISTMAS EVE FOUR-COURSE, PRIX FIXE DINNER - SERVED 5-9PM - $85 (plus tax & gratuity)
A Children's Menu is also available to give Santa time to do his thing while you enjoy the holiday meal with family and friends. Our regular breakfast and lunch menu are also served.
CHRISTMAS DAY HOLIDAY BRUNCH BUFFET - SERVED 11:30AM-3PM - $90 (plus tax & gratuity) - Children 12 & Under $35
Besides the Festive and Bountiful Brunch Buffet, a Breakfast Buffet is served from 7-10AM for $25, along with a kids menu available as well at breakfast and dinner. For later diners, our regular a la carte dinner menu is available from 5-9PM with holiday specials.
NEW YEAR'S EVE PRIX FIXE DINNER - SERVED 5:00PM-9PM - $100 (plus tax & gratuity) - Children's menu also available during dinner service
Celebrate on the coast by creating your own perfect meal, with choice of starter, entrée and dessert, from several Chef-curated delicacies to pick from. A champagne toast will be served at 9PM as the ball drops on the East Coast.
White Sturgeon Caviar Starter
Crème Fraîche, Minced Shallots, Shaved Egg White & Yolks, Chives, Fresh Dill Blinis, Toasted Brioche Points, Micro Herb Garnish, Gold Leaf Accent
$160 as an add-on for the table
FIRST COURSE (select one)
Lobster Bisque “Velouté”
Butter-Poached Lobster, Caramelized Fennel, Tarragon Crème, Chive Oil, Crispy Lobster Tail Croquette
Winter Citrus & Pomegranate Salad “Refined”
Baby Frisée, Shaved Fennel, Cara Cara Orange Segments, Pomegranate Seeds, Honeyed Pecans, Tarragon-Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette, Candied Citrus Zest, Edible Flowers
Roasted Beets & Burrata “Deconstructed”
Charred Beet Purée, Heirloom Beet Carpaccio, Candied Walnuts, Micro Basil, Aged Balsamic Gastrique, Smoked Olive Oil Mist
Seared Diver Scallops with Pear & Vanilla
Vanilla-Poached Pear, Microgreens, Candied Fennel, Citrus Beurre Blanc, Black Lava Salt & Pear Chips
Winter Mushroom Cappuccino (Vegetarian Upgrade Option)
Porcini & Chanterelle Mushroom Soup, Truffle Foam, Crispy Sage
MAIN COURSE (select one)
Herb-Roasted Cornish Game Hen “Festive”
Chestnut-Sage Stuffing, Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes, Charred Brussels Sprouts, Lingonberry Gastrique, Pan Jus, Crispy Chicken Skin Garnish
Pan-Seared Halibut
Celery Root Purée, Roasted Romanesco, Saffron-Lemon Velouté, Crispy Capers, Fresh Herb Gremolata, Sea Asparagus
Maple-Glazed Duck Breast
Butternut Squash Purée, Caramelized Cipollini Onions, Wilted Swiss Chard, Pomegranate Reduction, Crispy Duck Skin, Candied Cranberries
Garlic-Herb Crusted Short Rib
Truffle Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Winter Roots, Rosemary-Merlot Demi-Glace, Creamy Horseradish Foam, Micro Herb Garnish
Root Vegetable Cassoulet (Vegan & Elevated)
Roasted Heirloom Carrots, Caramelized Parsnips, Celery Root, Wilted Kale, Crispy Shallots, Garlic-Herb Breadcrumbs, Smoked Tomato Coulis, Microgreens
DESSERT COURSE (select one)
Passion Fruit Cheesecake “Exotic Luxe”
Pomegranate Gastrique, Coconut Tuile, Gold Dust, Vanilla Bean Chantilly
Chocolate & Hazelnut Dome (New Signature)
Chocolate Ganache Dome, Hazelnut Praline, Raspberry Gel, Edible Gold