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. Always happening at Chandler's Oceanfront Dining is live music every Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday evening from 5:00-7:00 PM with a sunset vibe. Chandler's is also the place to be on the coast with daily Happy Hour specials from 4:00-6:00 PM.
$45 per person l Thursday, April 10 l 5:30-7:30pm
Just in time for Easter, this culinary class is back by popular demand and hosted by our very own Pastry Chef, Jean Marie Verhoeven, a true expert in the world of Chocolate. Born and raised in Belgium, arguably one of the greatest Chocolate making countries in Europe, Jean Marie had access to and exposure to some amazing mentors and products throughout his career. He has been a recognized Pastry Chef at numerous top tier hotels and resorts throughout Southern California, and we are fortunate to have him as a valued partner at Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach.
Because this class will be interactive for volunteers, we recommend you wear clothing that is comfortable and easy to clean. We will provide aprons and gloves for all participants that choose to "get their hands dirty" with chocolate. During the class, Chef Jean Marie will be discussing, sampling, and teaching guests about:
Sunday, April 20 10:00am - 3:00pm - $110 per person - $40 Children under 12
Plan your family's brunch to join us in the annual
EASTER EGG HUNTS ON THE LAWN at 11:00AM and again at 1:00PM.
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This Chef-curated and Spring inspired menu has something for everyone to say the least. A crepe and waffle station will thrill the kids, while Mom crafts here own masterpiece at the Sushi Bowl station. All the traditional favorites, a Raw Bar and more will dazzle and delight you on this special holiday with family and friends on the coast of Carlsbad.
In addition to the buffet, a simple a la carte breakfast menu is available 7:00am - 9:30am and our regular dinner menu will be served at 5:00pm at Chandler's.
RANCH CARVED MEATS & FIN FISH
ROASTED HERB CRUSTED LEG OF LAMB | lemon garlic infusion
PRIME RIB OF BEEF | Cabernet Veal Jus, Point Reyes blue cheese butter, horseradish crème
CEDAR PLANK- DIJON HERB CRUSTED SALMON | Panko herb crumble, lemon caper cucumber relish
Assorted Sadie Rose Brioche Rolls
RAW BAR
KING OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL, LEMONGRASS POACHED JUMBO SHRIMP COCKTAIL,
CHARDONNAY STEAMED PRINCE EDWARD ISL MUSSELS, & VEGAN GOLDEN BEET POKE
Won Ton Chips, Scallion Aged Sherry Mignonette, Horseradish Cocktail Sauce, Lemons, Limes
BUILD YOUR OWN SAVORY CREPE
Scrambled eggs, Baby Portobello Sauté, Bloomsdale Spinach, Roasted Dasi Farm Tomatoes, Tavern Ham, Herbs
BELGIAN WAFFLE BAR
Market fruits, whipped Chantilly cream, chocolate chips, maple syrup, Daly’s smoked bacon
SUSHI INSPIRED RICE BOWL
Sushi rice, Red Quiona, Grilled Calamari, Tuna Tartar, Pickled Ginger, Avocado Mousse
Cucumber, Spicy Kewpie Mayo, Pickled Ginger, Toasted Sesame Seeds
DEVILED EGGS BAR
Smoked Nueskie Bacon & Jalapeno // Smoked Salmon, Truffle & Dill // Spiced Harissa & Pistachio Crumble
A WALK THROUGH THE GARDEN
ROASTED SPRING VEGETABLES | Asparagus, toy carrots, brussels sprouts, lemon thyme drizzle, balsamic glace
EARLY SPRING GREENS, STRAWBERRY & RHUBARB SALAD | Fresh & Dried Strawberries, Wild Arugula, Buttermilk Ricotta, Ninja Radish, Pistachio Vinaigrette
LITTLE GEM ROCKET AND FRILLY GREENS CAESAR | Hearts Of Palm, Tiny Tomatoes, Edamame Beans, Petite Kale, Herb Goat Cheese Crumble, Pepitas, Petite Flowers, Black Garlic Caesar Dressing, Focaccia Croutons
PAELLA ORZO PASTA SALAD | Grilled Fennel, Haricot Verts, Lipstick Peppers, Saffron Tomato Sofrito
EARLY SPRING CULINARY INSPIRATIONS
SWEET POTATO & CARROT BISQUE | Toasted pumpkin seeds, Aleppo spiced yogurt, Chive Stix
BUTTERMILK JIDORI FRIED CHICKEN | Crispy Garlic, Calabrian Chiles, Crispy Herbs, Black Pepper Gravy, Local Hot Sauce
CHERVIL GLAZED ROOT VEGETABLES
SMOKED MOZZARELLE POTATO GRATIN | shaved parmesan & leeks
SPRING PEA & MINT RISOTTO | feta, toasted sunflower seeds
CA COASTAL CHEESE FLIGHT
COWGIRL CREAMERY DEVILS GULCH WAGON WHEEL, FRENCH MARIN FAMILY CAMEMBERT, POINT REYES BAY BLUE, BELLWETHER TILLAMOOK CHEDDAR, FARMS BASKET RICOTTA, SAN ANDREAS SHEEP’S MILK
House Raspberry Jam, Wild Honeycomb, Medjool Dates, Garlic Almonds, Candied Walnuts,
Rosemary Lavash, Baguette
BOOSE BOARD SHAVED CHARCUTERIE
Fig preserves, Apricot Spice Jam, Grilled Sadie Rose Focaccia, Citrus Olives, Pickled Vegetables
PASTRY CHEF PAM'S ASSORTED EASTER SWEETS & TREATS