Here is some of the latest in menu news from across San Diego County, as well as some events for foodies.
Spring tea party: For the next few Fridays, La Valencia Hotel is hosting its annual spring tea event. In the hotel’s Mediterranean room, a tea service will be served. The menu includes an assortment of DAMMANN Frères teas, sandwiches, quiche, scones, mini pastries and champagne. 11 a.m. to noon. Friday. April 25. May 2 and 9. 1132 Prospect St., La Jolla. $95. 855-476-6870, lavalencia.com
Three-course dinner: Beeside Balcony is now offering a $55 three-course dinner on its menu at both its La Jolla and Del Mar locations. Customers can choose from three appetizers: the Beeside salad, cioppino soup, or a salmon croquette. Main entrees include a seabass with Mediterranean tapenade, a pork ossobuco with tomato mirepoix, lamb loin chop with confit garlic mashed potatoes or a steak with chimichurri sauce and rosemary fries. The two dessert options are a s’more lava cake or churros. beesidebalcony.com
Poolside lunch: The Pool House inside Pendry San Diego is launching a poolside weekday lunch menu. The third-floor outdoor Pool House menu includes sandwiches, salads, cocktails, wine, beer and nonalcoholic beverages. Some of the dishes include Buffalo-style lollipop chicken wings and a poke bowl with either brown rice or salad for the base, topped with avocado, seaweed, cucumbers and spicy aioli. Specialty cocktails are available by the glass for $19 or by pitcher for $75, including the Don Sandia that mixes tequila, watermelon, lemon and lime juice. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. 435 Fifth Ave., San Diego. 619-738-7030, poolhousesd.com
Wine and champagne festival: Attendees can sample over 150 wines and champagnes from around the world at Uncorked’s 10th anniversary event. It will give guests a chance to sample various drinks, listen to DJs, try some eats from food trucks and play lawn games. Uncorked is a 21-year-old and older event and benefits the nonprofit Urban Surf 4 Kids, according to event organizers. 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday. Embarcadero Marina Park North, 400 Kettner Blvd., San Diego. $78.71-$94.54. uncorkedwinefestivals.com/uncorked-san-diego-wine-fest
Taste of Hillcrest: The public can sample more than 25 restaurants at the Taste of Hillcrest. Some of the types of cuisine attendees can expect are Italian, Thai and American comfort food. This neighborhood tasting tour will also feature live music and vendors. Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday. 1601 University Ave., San Diego. $40. fabuloushillcrest.com/event-calendar/2024/4/13/taste-of-hillcrest-hlwj2
Brazilian steakhouse club: Dinner deals are just a text away at Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse. The restaurant is introducing an insiders text club offering customers exclusive ways to save money. Those who sign up will receive $15 off their first full-priced dinner rodizio experience, which includes 18 grilled meats, a salad bar and sides. Text club will also get messages for future specials and offers. 789 West Harbor Drive #134, San Diego. 619-373-9969, galpaogauchousa.com
