Urban Kitchen Group | Special Events

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

Thursday, August 7, 2025

Monthly Ingredient Dinner – TOMATO

Monthly Ingredient Dinner | The Kitchen at MCASD

Seasonal Ingredients Paired with Luxury Proteins celebrate the season with Chef Tim Kolanko 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

RESERVE

This event will take place at the following restaurants:

The Kitchen

Thursday, August 21, 2025

ARTIFACT at NIGHT – GUATEMALA

Monthly Regional Dinner | Experience GUATEMALA crafted by chefs Tim Kolanko, Wesley Johnson, and Tony Coito for our July ARTIFACT at Night. Four-course experience with optional beverage pairings. $89 per person.

Reminder: For the format of ARTIFACT at Night 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 $89/person

RESERVE

This event will take place at the following restaurants:

ARTIFACT at Mingei

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Beast Feast : Salmon

BEAST FEAST | SUMMER - SALMON CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach Join CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach whole-animal dinner series. Beast Feast is an intimate family-style themed dining experience that embraces seasonal and sustainable cooking practices What | BEAST FEAST Where | CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach When | Wednesday, August 27 Cost | $110+ gratuity+ tax a non refundable $60/person deposit to secure your reservation for this intimate dinner is required for all reservations and will be deducted from the final bill on the night of the dinner. any cancelations or change in party count the day of the event will be charged in full.

RESERVE

This event will take place at the following restaurants:

CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach

Past Events

Friday, July 18, 2025

Whistle Pig Opening Day Garden Party

We are off to the races! Join us for a no cover after party on Opening Day with Whistle Pig. Enjoy race day cocktails, food specials, live entertainment, and no cover. 6-9pm

This event took place at the following restaurants:

CUCINA enoteca Del Mar

Thursday, July 17, 2025

ARTIFACT at NIGHT – WEST AFRICA

Monthly Regional Dinner | WEST AFRICA Experience West Africa crafted by chefs Tim Kolanko, Wesley Johnson, and Tony Coito for our July ARTIFACT at Night. Four-course experience with optional beverage pairings. $89 per person.

This event took place at the following restaurants:

ARTIFACT at Mingei

Sunday-Wednesday: June 1-30, 2025

CUCINA Sweet 16 Anniversary Menu

This month, we’re celebrating 16 incredible years of shared meals, laughter, and stories—thanks to CUCINA guests like you who have made every moment special. We will offer a limited-time Sweet 16 anniversary menu, available Sunday through Wednesday throughout June, offered alongside the regular menu. Designed as a heartfelt thank-you to longtime guests, the à la carte menu offers unbeatable value, with a lineup of signature throwbacks, new creations, and curated sips.

This event took place at the following restaurants:

CUCINA urbana

CUCINA enoteca Del Mar

CUCINA enoteca Irvine

CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach

Thursday, June 19, 2025

ARTIFACT at NIGHT – POLYNESIAN TRIANGLE

This event took place at the following restaurants:

ARTIFACT at Mingei

Thursday, June 12, 2025

Dragonette Cellars Dinner | Del Mar | San Diego

Five-Course Family Style Wine Dinner: $130++ / person

SOLD OUT

Five-course founders' wine dinner at CUCINA enoteca Del Mar

Hosted by co-owner and founder of Santa Ynez's Dragonette Cellars, Brandon Sparks-Gillis
Executive Chef Cesar Sarmiento | Beverage Manager Joseph Breslow

Menu + Pairings Coming Soon

This event took place at the following restaurants:

CUCINA enoteca Del Mar

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Dragonette Cellars Dinner | Newport Beach

Five-Course Family Style Wine Dinner: $130++ / person

SOLD OUT

Five-course founders' wine dinner at CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach

Hosted by co-owner and founder of Santa Ynez's Dragonette Cellars, Brandon Sparks-Gillis
Executive Chef Cesar Sarmiento | Beverage Manager Luke Wilmoth

Menu + Pairings Coming Soon

This event took place at the following restaurants:

CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach

Thursday, June 5, 2025

The Study of Avocado

Seasonal Ingredients Paired with Luxury Proteins celebrate the season with Culinary Director Tim Kolanko + Executive 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

This event took place at the following restaurants:

The Kitchen

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Cairjn Winemaker Dinner

Five-Course Wine Dinner: $130++ / person

Five-course wine dinner at CUCINA enoteca Irvine, menu + pairings coming soon.

Andy Neja, founder and winemaker, brings a unique blend of passion, precision, and heritage to his craft.

This event took place at the following restaurants:

CUCINA enoteca Irvine

Sunday, May 18, 2025

In the community: Coastal Roots Farm Anniversary

In the community: celebrating 10 years of nourishing community- Taste of Coastal Roots Farm Join featured chef, Tim Kolanko, for a night at the Farm. Experience farm-to-fork tasting stations, artisan-crafted libations, live music, and meaningful connections.