Shine and Dine

September 16 • 2025

The Villas at the Grand Del Mar

The Villas Team is hoping you and your families are enjoying the summer season. The weather in Del Mar continues to be beautiful and the city and resort still have so much to offer in the remaining summer months.

In the month of August, dining takes center stage here in San Diego. The Grand Del Mar will be offering two signature dining events, a five-course wine dinner at Amaya featuring ZD Wines and a three-course “Supper Club Under the Stars at the beautiful Aria Lawn. The Villas Office or the hotel’s Concierge Team would love to assist you with reservations for these exclusive events. For more detail, please see below:

The Del Mar Thoroughbred Club Summer Racing Meet continues through the first week of September. As a benefit of villa ownership, complimentary track passes are available to you and your family – please contact the Villas Office for your complimentary tickets.

While at the racetrack, consider celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Taste of the Turf Club featuring a brand-new menu curated by Chef Bryn McArthur, Executive Chef of the Amaya at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Enjoy a menu inspired by Chef Bryn's 'farm to table' approach, bottomless mimosas or screwdrivers, and breathtaking views of the track from the exclusive Turf Club. The Villas Office or Concierge Team can also assist you with Taste of the Turf Club reservations.

Beyond the resort, the city offers outstanding dining options, please do not hesitate to reach out to the Villas Office and we can assist you with reservations to some of our favorite spots.

If you and your family do not want to venture far away from your villa, the Villas Office also works with private catering companies and private chefs that can host a casual get together or an elaborate event in the convenience of your villa.

Please let us know. We look forward to welcoming you!

Signature Events at the Grand

Thursday, August 14 – Wine Dinner at Amaya with ZD Wines 6:00 pm Reception | 6:30 pm Five-Course Dinner

$195 per person (exclusive of tax and gratuity)

Discover the Wine Dinner Series at Amaya, where culinary artistry meets exceptional vineyards. Each event in this exclusive series showcases a different renowned vineyard, with expertly curated multi-course menus designed to complement the unique characteristics of each wine. Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or simply love great food and wine, the Wine Dinner Series at Amaya offers an unforgettable experience in an elegant, intimate setting. Join us for an evening of indulgence and discovery. On August 14, we welcome Teresa D’aurizio with ZD Wines to showcase these exquisite wines.

Thursday, August 28 - Supper Club Under the Stars with Jonathan Karrant at Aria Lawn 6:30 pm

$165 per person including three-course dinner and entertainment (exclusive of tax, gratuity and alcohol)

Discover an enchanting evening of fine dining, live music, and timeless elegance beneath the open sky. Enjoy a sophisticated night where jazz vocalist Jonathan Karrant serenades you with his smooth, soulful sound, bringing the golden era of crooner music to life. Let the melodies of Sinatra’s most famous songs, along with other timeless classics, set the perfect mood for a truly magical experience. Savor a specially curated three-course supper club menu, sip on exquisite martinis, and bask in the ambiance of twinkling stars and melodic charm. A night of romance, rhythm, and refined indulgence awaits.

Jonathan Karrant’s album “On and On” hit #4 on the Billboard Jazz Charts and his album “Live” hit #2 on the iTunes Jazz Charts. Jonathan’s albums feature duets with singers Diane Schuur and Jane Monheit plus feature trumpeter Kenny Rampton, pianist Joe Alterman and saxophonist Houston Person. Jonathan has received several honors including the New York City Jazz Cabaret Honors, “Best Singer” for the Bravo California Awards and he was named one of the top 10 rising jazz vocalists by Downbeat. With a repertoire that spans classic jazz standards and contemporary interpretations, Jonathan brings a modern elegance to the timeless genre of jazz.

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