The Grand Del Mar Culinary Series
Join us for a celebration of food and fun hosted by the talented culinary professionals of The Grand Del Mar.
This ongoing series of monthly, two-hour cooking classes highlights cuisine and personalities direct from the resort’s kitchens and wine cellars.
Whether seated at the granite-top viewing counter in the distinctive Addison kitchen or grilling alongside our chefs overlooking The Grand Golf Club, these intimate experiences provide an exclusive view of the resort and our culinary masterminds.
Themes, locations and chefs vary throughout the series, so please peruse the selection of classes. Reservations: 858.314.2000.
- Meet our charming chefs at a welcome cocktail reception, before heading into the kitchen for the culinary action.
- Displaying their expert artistry, the chefs demonstrate dishes and techniques as you learn, interact and of course, taste.
- Select classes also feature wine pairings and tastings with Wine Director Jesse Rodriguez - credited with creating Addison’s highly lauded wine list.
- Bring home recipes and tips for re-creating the dishes in your own kitchen.
Wines for Summertime
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Resort Kitchen
Focusing on light, elegant wines with low to medium alcoholic content, Wine Director Jesse Rodriguez will conduct tastings of wines such as German Riesling, Austrian Gruner Veltliner, domestic Sauvignon Blanc and domestic Pinot Noir. Executive Chef Jason McLeod will suggest food parings to make your summer lunches, dinners, picnics, fetes, and soirees be even more delightful when accompanied by these refreshing wines.
$95 per person
A Taste for Tomatoes
Monday, July 13, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Addison
It's summertime and juicy, flavorful tomatoes abound. What to do with all these versatile "fruits" is a common challenge. Chef William Bradley provides tomato inspiration as he teaches participants to make: Tomato Vinaigrette; Oven-Roasted Tomatoes; and Tomato Sorbet.
$95 per person
Summer on Ice
Wednesday, August 12, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Resort Kitchen
When it's not chilly out, we crave chilled foods. Chef Jason McLeod to the rescue with the scoop on preparing and serving: Lobster Cocktail; West Coast Oysters, Organic Shrimp; Dungeness Crab and everyone's favorite, Gazpacho.
$95 per person
A is for Apples
Wednesday, September 23, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Resort Kitchen
Crisp succulent apples are the harbingers of the autumn season. Learn how to make fall favorites: Apple Tart Tatin, Apple Cider and Apple Chutney guided by apple pro Chef Jason McLeod.
$95 per person
Wines for Fall Feasts
Wednesday, October 14, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Resort Kitchen
Fall is when diners and wine lovers start yearning for rich, hearty reds such as Syrah-based blends and Cabernet-based blends. These and also richer white wines from Burgundy will get center attention from Wine Director Jesse Rodriguez with autumnal food parings such as Braised Short Rib with Apple Purée and Seared Scallops with Parsnip Purée presented by Chef Jason McLeod.
$95 per person
Save and Savor
Wednesday, November 18, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Resort Kitchen
Time to comfortably deal with the colder months with Chef Jason McLeod's head start techniques of preserving and curing. He'll start the winter off with: Salmon Preparations such as Gravlax and Beet-Cured Salmon; Duck Confit; and Pear Marmalade and give many other cozy suggestions.
$95 per person
A Baker's Holiday
Wednesday, December 2, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Resort Kitchen
The Grand Del Mar's Executive Pastry Chef Thierry Delourneaux will help attendees celebrate the holidays with flair. He'll be demonstrating the art of finessing these yummy confections: Chocolate Ganache Bûche de Noël; Pumpkin Crème Brûlée; Painted Cookies and Citrus Panna Cotta.
$95 per person