Festive Feasts
Celebrate the holiday season with festive feasts and culinary creations that are sure to make spirits bright. From intimate fine dining to delicious oceanfront gatherings with loved ones – Terranea Resort’s wide variety of dining experiences provide extraordinary moments to savor. For more information and dining reservations, please call 844.242.0967.
Festive Fun All Season Long
MERRIMENT & MUSIC AT THE LOBBY BAR: Head to the Lobby Bar every evening through the end of the year and enjoy intimate performances while enjoying a handcrafted seasonal cocktail and taking in the coastal view. Daily | 7 – 11pm
MAGIC BY THE SEA: Every first Friday of the month be mystified by the illusive talents of renowned magician David Groves, featuring specialty cocktails, wines, and a truly spectacular evening along the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Advanced ticket purchase strongly recommended. catalina kitchen | First Friday of the Month | 10pm – 11:30pm
Hanukkah Dining
HANUKKAH AT SEA BEANS: Visit sea beans for a Hanukkah menu featuring egg drop matzo ball soup, rugelach cookies, and honey cake. Sunday, December 18 – Monday, December 26 | 11am – 7pm
HANUKKAH DINNER AT CATALINA KITCHEN: Get your loved ones together for a special Hanukkah menu at catalina kitchen with unique specials such as Matzo ball soup, smoked salmon latkes, and braised beef brisket with roasted root vegetables throughout the holiday. Sunday, December 18 – Monday, December 26 | 5 – 10pm
Christmas Dining
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA: Santa journeys from the North Pole for a magical breakfast and photo opportunities in the ballroom. Enjoy bakery and waffle stations, beverage and hot food stations, as well as an egg kitchen, kids buffet, festive crafts, and pictures with Santa! Reserve Now. Saturday, December 17 | Seatings: 9am, 9:30am, and 10am
HOLIDAY FEAST TO-GO: Gather round your holiday table and order a delicious, gourmet feast to-go from sea beans! Menu includes savory entrée selections including prime rib, glazed ham, and stuffed acorn squash, festive sides, house made pies, vegetarian options, and more. To order, please call 310.265.2766. Order deadline: December 19 at 5pm | Curbside pickups: December 24-25 from 10am - 5pm
CHRISTMAS EVE BRUNCH AT CATALINA KITCHEN: Bring your family this Christmas Eve to catalina kitchen for a buffet feast including holiday favorites, a carving station featuring turducken, local seafood, chef's specials, salad bar, charcuterie, cheese, and desserts. Saturday, December 24 | 9am – 3pm
CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER BUFFET AT CATALINA KITCHEN: Enjoy live entertainment as you experience the holiday buffet, including a carving station, local seafood, classic and non-classic steakhouse accompaniments, a raw bar, chef's specials, salad bar, charcuterie, cheese and desserts. Saturday, December 24 | 5 – 9pm
CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER AT MAR'SEL: ‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through mar’sel…a traditional three-course dinner menu of holiday classics will be served! Enjoy choice of appetizers, entrées and desserts. Specialty wines from the cellar to be offered by the glass. A limited à la carte menu will be offered as well. Saturday, December 24 | 5 – 9pm
CHRISTMAS EVE IN-ROOM: Enjoy a relaxing night in the privacy of your casita, villa, or bungalow. In-room offerings include green curry mussels with Calabrian chili, lemongrass, coconut milk, fish sauce, lime and mint. Saturday, December 24 | 3pm-10pm
CHRISTMAS AT BASHI: Enjoy Asian-inspired specials such as a surf & turf sushi roll and Singaporean-style chili lobster tail, served with apple strudel and vanilla butter pecan gelato for dessert. Saturday, December 24 - Sunday, December 25 | 12 - 9pm
CHRISTMAS AT NELSON’S: Head to Nelson’s to enjoy a beautiful view and a holiday feast featuring prime rib. Saturday, December 24 - Sunday, December 25 | 11am – 8pm
CHRISTMAS AT THE LOBBY BAR: Delight your taste buds with holiday specials to celebrate the season, including apple strudel served with vanilla butter pecan gelato. Saturday, December 24 - Sunday, December 25 | 3pm – 12am
CHRISTMAS AT MAR'SEL: Gather your loved ones for a special Christmas brunch or dinner at mar’sel. Enjoy a four-course menu of unique holiday specials! Enjoy choice of appetizers, entrées and desserts. Enhance your experience with specialty wines, holiday-themed cocktails. Sunday, December 25 | 10am - 2pm & 5 – 8pm
CHRISTMAS DAY BRUNCH BUFFET AT CATALINA KITCHEN: After unwrapping gifts, gather the family for brunch at catalina kitchen. Buffet stations feature holiday favorites, including a carving station, local seafood, waffles and pancakes, fresh market fruit, chef's specials, crepe station, and omelets made to order. Enhance your experience with a mimosa or Bloody Mary. Sunday, December 25 | 9am – 3pm | Live Entertainment from 10am - 2pm
CHRISTMAS DAY DINNER BUFFET AT CATALINA KITCHEN: Extend the Christmas spirit all day long at catalina kitchen. A festive holiday feast includes delectable menu items for the whole family, including holiday favorites, a carving station, local seafood, a raw bar, chef's specials, salad bar, charcuterie, cheese and desserts. Enhance your experience with holiday-themed cocktails. Sunday, December 25 | 6 – 10pm | Live Entertainment from 6-10pm
CHRISTMAS IN-ROOM: Bring the Holiday’s to the comfort of your room. In-room offerings include choice of Prime Rib or Honey Glazed Ham, seasonal vegetables, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, holiday salad and it wouldn't be holiday cheer without apple strudel served with vanilla butter pecan gelato. Sunday, December 25 | 3pm-10pm
New Year’s Dining
NYE MONTE CARLO EXTRAVAGANZA: Count down to 2023 with a dazzling celebration for those 21 and over, including casino games and an open bar with VIP bottle service available. Enjoy a variety of culinary action stations including taqueria and slider station, delectable pasta dishes featuring penne al pomodoro, gourmet salad bar, Asian inspired specials featuring Dim Sum, lo-mein noodles, chicken fried rice and much more. An opulent dessert selection features stout bread pudding, cheese cake and brownie pops, chocolate raspberry torte, and churros with dipping sauce. Dance the night away to tunes provided by a live DJ. Purchase tickets. Saturday, December 31 | 9pm – 2am | Adults 21 and over
NYE MYSTICAL GARDEN DINNER: Be transported into a magical mystical garden themed family celebration. Set your resolutions for the New Year over a three-course meal including amuse-bouche, seafood tower, duo of filet mignon and Loch Duart salmon with truffle pomme puree and a vegetarian option including baked pasta with ricotta and parmesan. We are also offering a kids menu including trio of chicken tenders, mac n cheese, and broccoli and carrots alongside a dessert bar. Toast to a fabulous year ahead with Champagne and live entertainment. Purchase tickets. Saturday, December 31 | Seatings: 7:30pm & 8:30pm
NEW YEAR'S EVE DINNER BUFFET AT CATALINA KITCHEN: Conclude 2022 with a delicious dinner buffet at catalina kitchen. Offerings include local seafood specials, a carving station, kitchen classics with salad bar and charcuterie, raw bar, specialty flatbreads, and a variety of desserts. Toast to the year with featured Champagne station and celebratory cocktail offerings. Saturday, December 31 | 6pm – 10pm
NEW YEAR'S EVE AT BASHI: Ring in the New Year with new flavors at bashi, featuring Sonoma County Peking duck with fried Chinese Bao Buns, cucumber, scallions, and hoisin sauce. Sweeten your meal with celebratory cocktail offerings and bread pudding stout cake. Saturday, December 31 | 12 – 10pm
NEW YEAR’S EVE AT THE LOBBY BAR: Toast to the New Year with live music at the Lobby Bar and delicious menu selections including seafood tower with shrimp, crab claws, Maine lobster and cocktail sauce. Saturday, December 31 | 3pm – 1am | Live Entertainment by the Richard Sherman Band from 8pm - 1am
NEW YEAR’S EVE IN-ROOM: Kick off the New Year in the privacy of your casita, villa, or bungalow. In-room offerings include whole roasted striped bess stuffed with tomato, peppers and olives. December 31 | 4pm-10pm
NEW YEAR’S AT SEA BEANS: Join us at sea beans for a warm delightful manchego grilled cheese, bread pudding stout cake or truffles to ring in the New Year! December 31 - January 1 | 11am - 7pm
NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER AT MAR'SEL: Be our guest at mar’sel as we celebrate the ending of a beautiful year. Join us for a four-course tasting menu featuring lobster, roasted squab, grilled tuna, venison lion and more. Try our specialty wines offered by the glass alongside suggested wine pairings for the tasting menu. The evening will be accompanied by a live entertainment from 5-10pm. Saturday, December 31 | Seatings: 5pm, 6pm, 7:30 & 8pm
NEW YEAR'S DAY BUFFET AT CATALINA KITCHEN: Start 2023 off right with a delicious brunch at catalina kitchen. Offerings include holiday favorites, a carving station, local seafood, waffles and pancakes, fresh market fruit, chef's specials, salad bar, charcuterie, cheese and desserts. Sunday, January 1 | 7am – 12pm
NEW YEAR'S DAY AT NELSON'S: Recover from your festivities with Nelson’s New Year’s Day specials, including pork & beans, roasted pork chop, jasmine rice, stewed black eyed peas, and a “Day After” cocktail special. Sunday, January 1 | 11am – 8pm