Christmas Eve

Christmas tree in the Crown Room

Events

Christmas Eve

Dec 24, 2pm - 7pm


Create beautiful new holiday memories with a decadent Christmas Eve buffet dinner full of traditional favorites and culinary surprises in the stunning Crown and Coronet rooms, whose 33-foot tall domed wood ceilings and crown chandeliers designed by Wizard of Oz author L. Frank Baum have been beautifully restored for 2024.

The resort’s 2024 "Lights, Camera, Holiday!" season will feature the famous Skating by the Sea® beachfront ice rink, thousands of holiday lights, and decor that dazzles with Hollywood glamour.

Pricing

Adult: $205*
Child (Ages 5-12): $100*
Young Child (Ages 0-4): Complimentary with paying adult
Members receive their member discount.

*Prices shown do not include 7.75% sales tax, 18% prepaid gratuity, and 1.88% Historic Preservation Fund charge.
Please call 619-522-8100 to reserve at the prices above.
Online reservations are subject to an additional 6% online booking fee.

Reserve Christmas Eve Dinner
Holidays at The Del

All holiday events are by reservation only and must be prepaid to confirm. Event details and menu are subject to change. Priority is given to overnight hotel guests. If you are staying at the hotel and do not see online availability, please call 619-435-6611.

Christmas Eve Buffet Menu

Our talented culinary team creates everything from scratch using only clean-label and sustainable ingredients, which are locally sourced whenever possible.

Coastal Treats

Chilled Seafood Display*

Shucked Oysters, Snow Crab Claws, Chilled Jumbo Shrimp, Poached Clams, Mussels, Mahi-Mahi Coconut Ceviche, Thai Mango Scallop Salad, Shrimp Aguachile GF

Condiments

Louis Dressing, Classic Cocktail Sauce, Mignonette, Fresh Horseradish, Lemon Wedges, Drawn Butter GF

Sushi & Sashimi Station*

Yellowtail, Ahi Tuna and Atlantic Salmon Sashimi GF

Assorted Hand Rolled Sushi*

Spicy Tuna Roll, Veggie Roll, California Roll, Hamachi Roll GF

Condiment Bar

Soy Sauce, Tamari, Wasabi, Ponzu, Pickled Ginger, Eel Sauce, Sriracha Aioli

Soups & Stews

Creamy Chicken & Potato Soup

Chicken, Potatoes, Carrots, Celery, Onions, Turmeric GF

Smokey Butternut Squash Soup & Roasted Chestnuts

GF VE (contains nuts)

Toppings

Creme Fraiche, Green Onions, Pumpkin Seeds GF VEG

Culinary Square

Cheese and Charcuterie Station

Cheese

Point Reyes Blue Cheese, Toma, Cheddar, Sage Derby, California Drunken Goat Cheese, Marin County Camembert, Stilton Blue Cheese GF

Artisan Cured Meats

Porchetta, Wild Boar Salami, Speck Alto Adige, Fennel Soppressata, Milano Salami, Shaved Coppa,
House Made Pate GF

Accoutrements

Local Fruit Chutney, House Made Pickles and Preserves,
Cornichons, Toasted Nuts, Assorted Mustards GF VEG (Contains Nuts)

Artisan Bread Station

Fougasse, Belgian Loaf, French Baguette, Epi Baguette, Seedy Baguette, Fig Sourdough, Caramelized Onion Sourdough, Focaccia, Assorted Crackers, Cultured Butter VEG (Contains Nuts)

Live Sliced Prosciutto Action Station

Artisan Prosciutto, Assorted Fresh Breads, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Micro Herbs, Seasonal Fruit and Melon

Baked Brie Action Station

Peach Jam, Dijon, Puff Pastry, Rosemary VEG

Poke Action Station

Protein*

Tuna Poke, Spicy Salmon, Vegan Poke GF

Base

Classic Sticky Rice, Seasoned Brown Rice

Toppings

Wasabi Aioli, Soy Glaze, Sriracha Aioli, Sesame, Seaweed, Scallion, Ginger

Gordita Action Station

Protein

Chicharrons Guajillo, Carnitas Michoacán GF

Vegetarian

Hongos Ranchero

Base

Gorditas Tortillas

Toppings

Onion, Cilantro, Cotija Cheese, Crema, Scallions,
Salsa Bandera, Salsa Verde, Salsa Roja GF VEG

Create Your Own Pasta Action Station

Pasta

Rotini Pasta, Penne Pasta VEG

Toppings

Parmigiano Reggiano, Green Onions, Olives,
Crispy Shallots, Chili Flakes GF VEG

Protein

Italian Sausage, Shrimp, Ham, Smoked Salmon GF

Sauce

Marinara Roma Tomato Sauce, Garlic Alfredo Sauce,
Basil Pesto GF VEG (contains nuts)

Additions

Bell Peppers, Spinach, Cherry Tomatoes, Mushrooms,
Corn, Baby Squash, Peas GF VE

Baja California Paella

Sea Bass, Shrimp, Mussels, Clams, Saffron Chicken Broth, Spiced Rice, Chorizo, Bell Pepper, Onions, English Peas, Jalapeño, Cilantro

Salad Station

Fall Harvest Pasta Salad

Penne Pasta, Sweet Potato, Broccolini, Dried Cranberries, Pine Nuts, Red Onions, Goat Cheese, Poppy Seed Dressing, Olive Oil VEG (contains nuts)

Spinach & Pecan Salad

Baby Spinach, Shaved Frisee, Radicchio, Mandarin Oranges, Blueberries, Candied Pecans, California Goat Cheese Crumbles, Classic Balsamic Vinaigrette GF VEG (contains nuts)

Classic Caesar Salad

Romaine Hearts, Shaved Parmesan Cheese, Focaccia Croutons, Cherry Tomatoes, Caesar Dressing

Brussels Sprout Salad

Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Caramelized Granny Smith Apples. Maple Glazed Walnuts, Fine Herbs, Crispy Pancetta, Apple Cider Vinaigrette GF (contains nuts)

Fall Potato Salad

Red Bliss Potatoes, Haricot Verts, Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes,
Caramelized Red Onions, Crispy Bacon, Whole Grain Mustard Vinaigrette GF

Carving Station

Maple Glaze Pork Steamship

Warm Fruit Chutney, Padres BBQ Sauce GF

Whole Pepper Crusted Ribeye*

Horseradish Cream, Truffle Demi Glaze GF

Slow Roasted Leg Of Lamb

Balsamic and Rosemary Brown Sugar Sauce GF

Whole Roasted Turkey

Honey Mustard Sauce, Orange Cranberry Chutney GF

Baja California Seabass Butterfly Style

Mango Salsa, Cilantro

Sides

Baked Sweet Potato Casserole

GF

Classic Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes

Yukon Gold Potatoes, Chives GF

Green Beans Casserole

Creamy Mushroom Sauce, Crispy Shallots GF VE

Grilled Jumbo Asparagus

Crispy Bacon, Sauteed Baby Shiitake, Pecorino Romano GF

Roasted Cauliflower Florets

Panko Breadcrumbs, Crunchy Garlic, Parsley, Olive Oil VE

Roasted Heirloom Carrots

Orange Glaze, Crunchy Garlic, Aleppo GF VE

Butternut Squash Ravioli

Toasted Pine Nuts, Parmigiano Reggiano, Thyme VEG (Contains Nuts)

Desserts

Eggnog Cheesecake, Nutmeg-Dusted White Chocolate
Coffee Buche de Noel VEG
Pecan Dulce de Leche Chocolate Tarts VEG (Contains Nuts)
Peppermint Candy Cane Chocolate Cones
Pumpkin Tartlets, Maple Whipped Cream VEG
Crimson Blood Orange Curd & Pomegranate Tarts
Cranberry and Citrus Verrine, Toasted Marshmallow GF
Chestnut Milk Chocolate Chouquettes (Contain Nuts)
Pecan Dulce De Leche Chocolate Tarts VEG (Contains Nuts)
Warm Stollen Bread Pudding, Buttered Rum Anglaise VEG (Contains Nuts)
Valrhona Dark Chocolate Panna Cotta, Cocoa Meringue VEG GF
Peanut Butter Fudge Chocolate Truffles VEG (Contains Nuts)
Vegan Pistachio Strawberry Cake VE GF (Contains Nuts)
Chocolate Dipped Strawberries VEG GF
Assortment of Holiday Cookies VEG
French Macaron GF (Contains Nuts)
Pâte De Fruits VE GF
Vintage Candy Jars
Warm Gingerbread Cookie Action Station, Cookie Butter Crushed Pfeffernüsse VEG

Mexican Hot Chocolate Action Station

Flaming Cinnamon, Mini Marshmallows
Warm Churros for Dunking


This menu contains some ingredients that are known common allergens.

Items are subject to change.

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