Join Us at Cape Rey Where There IsAlways Something Happening

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.

"Working with Chocolate" Masterclass with Pastry Chef Jean Marie on Thursday, April 10

$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:

  • A freshly made batch of hot chocolate made from scratch (recipe will be provided for you to take home with you).
  • An overview about the different types and qualities of chocolate, including dark chocolate, milk chocolate, and white chocolate.
  • Lessons on tempering chocolate and making chocolate bark, chocolate covered strawberries, ganache and truffles.
  • Lastly, if time, Chef Jean Marie will teach all of us how to make either chocolate pot du creme, chocolate mousse, or a chocolate tart, of which we will also include on the recipe cards for you to take home with you. 
  • Each guest will take home a bag of chocolate truffles and chocolate bark that was made during the class.

Easter Brunch Buffet at Cape Rey

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

RESERVATIONS ON OPEN TABLE