Get ready for a stellar line up of culinary superstars at the 2024 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Special Events!

2024 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Special Events

Carthay Circle Winemaker Receptions at Disney California Adventure

“Experience 3 nights of unforgettable events highlighting wines from different vintners in California and the Baja region of Mexico. Sit back and savor a menu chosen specifically to enhance the flavor of each wine and listen as Guest presenters provide background and tasting notes.” Receptions are held at Carthay Circle Restaurant in Disney California Adventure Park.

Carthay Circle Winemakers Reception Schedule for 2024:

Carthay Circle Winemaker Reception with Jared Gutierrez, Baja Wine
“Join Wine Ambassador Jared Gutierrez for an international tour of the wines of the Baja region. Each wine will be paired with an appetizer created by the incomparable Carthay Circle Restaurant culinary team.”

• Friday, March 15, 2024
• 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
• $175 per person—plus tax and gratuities

Carthay Circle Winemaker Reception with Tony Lombardi, Lombardi Wines
“Join Tony Lombardi for a delightful evening sampling a selection of 4 Lombardi wines. Each wine will be paired with an appetizer created by the incomparable Carthay Circle Restaurant culinary team.”

• Friday, March 29, 2024
• 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
• $175 per person—plus tax and gratuities

Carthay Circle Winemaker Reception with Nat Komes, Flora Springs Napa Valley Family Estate
“Join Nat Komes for a delightful evening sampling a selection of 4 Flora Springs Napa Valley Family Estate wines. Each wine will be paired with an appetizer created by the incomparable Carthay Circle Restaurant culinary team.”

• Friday, April 12, 2024
• 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
• $175 per person—plus tax and gratuities

Tickets are available now via a third-party vendor under “Signature Events.”  

A Gastronomic Journey at Napa Rose — NEW in 2024!

“Partake in a feast for your senses during this sumptuous culinary event at Napa Rose. Your special evening will begin with a reception featuring sparkling wine, passed hors d’oeuvres and live jazz music. The main event is a group-seated, 5-course tasting menu accompanied by expertly curated wine pairings from Peter Michael Winery. Patrick Kirchen, Napa Rose Wine Director, will team up with winemaker Robert Fiore to share the stories of each wine directly with guests.”

A Gastronomic Journey at Napa Rose Schedule and Menu for 2024:

Event Details

• Date: Thursday, April 11, 2024
• Time: 5:45 PM to 8:00 PM
• Location: Napa Rose, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
• Price: $350 per person (plus tax and gratuities; includes 3-hour complimentary valet parking at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa)

Price includes 5-hour complimentary valet parking at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa.

Menu
The journey of the palate will feature creations from our signature Chefs at the Disneyland Resort.

• First Course – Shells
  Andrew Sutton, Culinary Director of Signature Restaurants

• Second Course – Fins
  Clint Chin, Executive Chef of Napa Rose

• Third Course – Feathers
  Alex Flores, Executive Chef of Carthay Circle Restaurant

• Fourth Course – Fur (the entrée)
  Gloria Tae, Executive Chef of Club 33 and 21 Royal

• Dessert Finale
  Jorge Sotelo and Nubia Renteria, Executive Pastry Chef and Pastry Chef of Signature Restaurants and Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

Reservations are REQUIRED, and space is limited. Tickets are available now via a third-party vendor under “Signature Events & Hotel Experiences.”  

Trader Sam’s Tiki Mixology Seminar

“Learn to make a classic tiki libation in the legendary Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar. After enjoying your hand-crafted cocktail, indulge in tray-passed hors d’oeuvres while enjoying the sounds of the island at the outdoor fireplace. Plus, take home a Trader Sam’s fan favorite tiki mug as a souvenir of your adventure.”

Trader Sam’s Tiki Mixology Seminar Schedule for 2024:

Event Details

• Location: Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar, Disneyland Hotel
• Price: $159 per person (plus tax and gratuities)

Event Schedule
Events take place at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM each day.

• Monday, March 11, 2024
• Monday, March 25, 2024
• Monday, April 8, 2024
• Monday, April 22, 2024

Disney also shares that “Shared tables will be available. Reserved or assigned seating is not available. A portion of this event takes place outdoors, please plan accordingly.”

Reservations are REQUIRED, and space is limited. Tickets are available now via a third-party vendor under “Signature Events & Hotel Experiences.”  

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Food and Wine Experience

“Meet the chefs and sommeliers of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa as well as experts from the wine industry in an indoor-outdoor culinary experience at the venerable Hearthstone Lounge. Amongst a notable collection of original California art, sip a curated selection of the Silverado Trail’s exquisite wines delightfully paired with plates specially crafted by the talented hotel culinary team.”

Disney’s Grand California Hotel Food and Wine Experience Schedule for 2024:

• Date: Friday, April 19, 2024
• Time: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
• Location: Hearthstone Lounge, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
• Price: $250 per person (plus tax and gratuities)

Price includes 3-hour complimentary valet parking at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa.

Disney also shares that “A combination of shared standing and dining tables will be available. Reserved or assigned seating is not available. A portion of this event takes place outdoors, please plan accordingly.”

Reservations are REQUIRED, and space is limited. Tickets are available now via a third-party vendor under “Signature Events & Hotel Experiences.”  

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