experience our one-of-a-kind culinary events

Urban Kitchen Group’s restaurants host culinary events such as our renowned Beast Feast, wine lunches, pasta-making classes, holiday events, and so much more. We hope you’ll join us at one of our upcoming events.

Upcoming Events

NOMINATE US! BEST OF SAN DIEGO

VOTE UKG NOW THROUGH FEBRUARY 1, 2026

NOMINATE US! BEST OF SAN DIEGO

Help shape the 2026 Best of San Diego & Best Restaurants Readers’ Poll by nominating and voting for your favorite local businesses, people, and places. TIM KOLANKO - Best Chef CUCINA urbana - Best Italian, Best Restaurant ARTIFACT at Mingei - Best Restaurant Urban Kitchen Catering - Best Caterer THE KITCHEN@MCASD - Best Water Views, Best Resturant

Nominate Your Favorites January 5–February 1, 2026

Help your favorite spots earn their place on the official ballot.
The businesses with the most nominations move on to the voting round.

Vote for the Winners February 23–March 22, 2026

Once the final ballot opens, your votes decide who takes home the 2026 titles.  
NOMINATE US!

This event will take place at the following restaurants:

CUCINA urbana

CUCINA enoteca Del Mar

ARTIFACT at Mingei

The Kitchen

Morena Provisions

Newport Beach Restaurant Week

Thursday, January 15- January 25

Newport Beach Restaurant Week

Savor a week of prix-fixe menus, harbor views, and neighborhood gems—Newport Beach Restaurant Week is your invitation to taste the best of our coastal city. Discover 50+ restaurants, from iconic waterfront spots to hidden local favorites, with easy reservations and menus for every palate. Presented by the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce.

RESERVE

This event will take place at the following restaurants:

CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach

San Diego Restaurant Week

Sunday, January 25-February 1, 2026

San Diego Restaurant Week

San Diego Restaurant Week is a celebration that showcases the diverse and upcoming culinary world in San Diego County; with over 100+ restaurants from Oceanside to Chula Vista.
RESERVE

This event will take place at the following restaurants:

CUCINA urbana

ARTIFACT at Night: NORDIC

Thursday, January 29, 2026

ARTIFACT at Night: NORDIC

RESERVE

This event will take place at the following restaurants:

ARTIFACT at Mingei

Be our Valentine

Friday February 13th & Saturday, February 14th, 2026

Be our Valentine

Fall in love at first bite. This Valentine’s Day, we invite you to linger, indulge, and savor the weekend with UKG.
RESERVE

This event will take place at the following restaurants:

CUCINA urbana

CUCINA enoteca Del Mar

CUCINA enoteca Irvine

CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach

ARTIFACT at Mingei

Gold Finch

The Kitchen

Morena Provisions

Newport Beach Pasta Class – February 2026

Saturday, February 21, 2026

Newport Beach Pasta Class – February 2026

SOLD OUT Join us as we dive into the art of fresh pasta-making from scratch. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or just here for the carbs, this hands-on workshop will have you kneading, shaping, and twirling like a true pasta pro. 👩‍🍳😄 Stay tuned more dates to come!
RESERVE

This event will take place at the following restaurants:

CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach

Past Events

Newport Beach Pasta Class – January 2026

Saturday, January 17, 2026

Newport Beach Pasta Class – January 2026

SOLD OUT Join us as we dive into the art of fresh pasta-making from scratch. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or just here for the carbs, this hands-on workshop will have you kneading, shaping, and twirling like a true pasta pro. 👩‍🍳😄 Stay tuned more dates to come!

This event took place at the following restaurants:

CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach

Sip Through the Season: Christmas Movie Cocktail Wonderland at CUCINA

Sunday, November 23-Wednesday, December 31

Sip Through the Season: Christmas Movie Cocktail Wonderland at CUCINA

Lights, Camera, Holiday Magic! 🎄✨
Sip Through the Season at CUCINA’s Christmas Movie Cocktail Wonderland 🍸🍿

We’re decking the halls (and the bar) with festive cocktails inspired by your favorite Christmas classics — from Home Alone to A Christmas Story, The Polar Express, and even a Hallmark holiday romance. ❄️

Join us all month for nostalgic sips, cinematic moments, and plenty of holiday cheer.
Let the countdown begin… 🎥🥂

This event took place at the following restaurants:

CUCINA urbana

CUCINA enoteca Del Mar

CUCINA enoteca Irvine

CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach

Feast of the Seven Fishes

December 18-24,2025

Feast of the Seven Fishes

A Modern Wave on a Holiday Classic, a CUCINA spin on the Feast of the Seven Fishes, is back! From December 18-24th enjoy a spin on an Italian Tradition every night at CUCINA. Meant for two, our Chefs crafted a 7-FISH antipasti tray to share for the table.
nduja stuffed mussels with basil garlic bread crumbs harissa-glazed octopus skewer shrimp toast  + calabrian chili crunch tuna conserva + giardiniera brandade croquettes + cucina secret sauce stuffed sardines spiedini cured beet salmon cornet

This event took place at the following restaurants:

CUCINA urbana

CUCINA enoteca Del Mar

CUCINA enoteca Irvine

CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach

Parisian Christmas at ARTIFACT

Friday, December 19, 2025

Parisian Christmas at ARTIFACT

This event took place at the following restaurants:

ARTIFACT at Mingei

Newport Beach Pasta Class – November

November 22, 2025

Newport Beach Pasta Class – November

SOLD OUT Join us as we dive into the art of fresh pasta-making from scratch. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or just here for the carbs, this hands-on workshop will have you kneading, shaping, and twirling like a true pasta pro. 👩‍🍳😄

This event took place at the following restaurants:

CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach

Thanksgiving To Go

Order by Friday, November 21, 2025

Thanksgiving To Go

Celebrate the season with ease! Enjoy a delicious chef-prepared meal without the fuss ORDER BY NOVEMBER 21 PICK UP OR DELIVERY ON NOV. 26
Order ahead for a la carte Thanksgiving selection of entrees, sides, and pies, and Morena Provisions will handle the cooking for you.

This event took place at the following restaurants:

Morena Provisions

SWITZERLAND – ARTIFACT at Night

Thursday, November 20, 2025

SWITZERLAND – ARTIFACT at Night

Experience our monthly regional dinner at ARTIFACT. This month Culinary Director Tim Kolanko, Chefs Wesley Johnson and Tony Coito prepare a four-course prix fixe menu focusing on this month's local cusine

This event took place at the following restaurants:

ARTIFACT at Mingei

Aleksander Wine Dinner with LA Laker Sasha Vujacic and Family

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Aleksander Wine Dinner with LA Laker Sasha Vujacic and Family

SOLD OUT
LA Laker Sasha Vujacic and family of Aleksander Wine join CUCINA enoteca’s Executive Chef Cesar Sarmiento and Beverage Manager Luke Wilmoth for a five - course- five -wine dinner pairing great vintages from Paso Robles.
Email contact@urbankitchengroup.com to be added to waitlist

This event took place at the following restaurants:

CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach

Joshua McFadden Book Release X CUCINA

Monday, November 10, 2025

Joshua McFadden Book Release X CUCINA

Thrilled to welcome friend and author, Joshua McFadden at CUCINA urbana as we celebrate the release of his newest book, Six Seasons of Pasta. For one night only meet + dine with Joshua and experience recipes from his book with a special menu crafted by Chef Wesley Johnson. A signed copy of the newly released book, Six Seasons of Pasta may be added to your final bill for the evening. CUCINA urbana's regular menu along with a special Joshua McFadden menu will be available

This event took place at the following restaurants:

CUCINA urbana

Monthly Ingredient Dinner – CORN

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Monthly Ingredient Dinner – CORN

Seasonal Ingredients Paired with Luxury Proteins celebrate the season with Culinary Director Chef Tim Kolanko and Chef Wesley Johnson with a five-course dinner and welcome toast each month. Over-looking the Pacific Ocean, enjoy picturesque views and coastal mediterranean vibes in the heart of La Jolla $95/ per person Reminder: For the format of The Study of X - Ingredient Dinners we are unable to accommodate menu modifications. Any cancelations within 72 hours of the night of the event will be charged $50/person, any day of cancelations + no shows will be charged the full price of $95/person

This event took place at the following restaurants:

The Kitchen

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