Lark Artisan Market

We create well styled communal dinner parties in Southern California for curious + adventurous people who love food, wine, & design. 

All larks are unique gatherings as the elements are constantly evolving and we can easily move toward whatever is inspiring us at the time: location, menu, fashion, vibe, etc…the possibilities & opportunities are endless!

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Next lark, Friday 11/15/24 at the cool + collect CASA CDM in Corona del Mar w/the talented Chef Matthew Roberts. Details coming soon!

————————-Previous larks:

Friday 8/23/24

We had a super fun (& delicious) time setting our communal table with Friend / Creative / Artist / Maker Jan McCarthy w/Chefs Kyle Powers + Bryan Barnes in coastal Newport Beach.

We dined near the water, under the stars, with the gentlest of summer breezes. The sound of music accompanied by the occasional shake of a fresh made cocktail. Delicious curated entrees ceremoniously delivered in four courses paired with wine. The style, food, & vibe was everything.

The energy everyone brings to the table amazes us every time. We are grateful to all the people who shared stories, laughter & dreams to make this an evening to remember. We can’t wait to do it again!

Jan McCarthy
Newport Beach, CA
(W. Balboa Blvd/38th Street)

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Ode to Colorado Whiskey Sour Welcome Cocktails by Mixologist Eric Kassel
Menu curated by the talented Chef Kyle Powers +
Sous Chef Bryan Barnes

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1/charred watermelon/ cucumber ribbon salad/caramelized feta /miso vinaigrette
paired w/2022 Lillie’s Collection Pino Grigio from California

2/shrimp + crab toast w/marinated heirloom tomato
paired w/2023 Marinette Rosé from Côtes de Provence

3/wagyu beef sampling served w/various sides & sauces
paired w/2022 Tapiz Malbec from Argentina

4/carrot & pistachio ice cream cake
paired w/Single Origin Freelance Cold Brew Coffee

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Thank you for coming on a lark with us!

@letsgoonalark

Special thanks to: Maker Jan McCarthy, Chef Kyle Powers, Chef Bryan Barnes, Mixologist Eric Kassel, Stylist Christina Peterson, Curator Alissa Thomas Travers, Photographer Candace Rock, Florist French Buckets, Luna Reece Ceramics & Freelance Coffee Project.

Saturday 7/27/24

It really (and finally) felt like summer as we gathered, with friends old and new, amongst the verdant & dreamy vibes of @freelancecoffeeproject  in the creative hub of Newport Beach.

Here we enjoyed mingling & delicious Carajillo cocktails which led up to a shared curated dining experience honoring the seasons bounty compliments of the talented Chef Matthew Roberts✨….all while partaking in the (rediscovered) art of conversation.

We are grateful to all who shared their passion, stories, laughter, and all-around good vibes to make this an evening to remember––we can’t wait to do it again.

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Menu compliments of the talented 
Chef Matthew Roberts of True North Social Club

✚ Amuse ✚

Melon Aguachile 
transparentsea prawns | garden herbs
paired w/2023 Le Telquel Rosé 

Stone Fruit in its Forms
fresh ricotta | purslane | fig vinegar | huacatay | dukkah
paired w/2022 Agnanum Falanghina Sabbia Vulcanica

Coffee Cured Pork Belly
pinquito bean | succotash | salsa macha
paired w/2022 Domaine de Majas Cortado

Cacao & Coffee Panna Cotta
smoked hazelnut brittle | cajeta | olive oil & sea salt
paired w/Freelance Single Origin Brew Coffee

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Modern. Organic. Inspirational. Social Dining. 
Thank you for coming on a lark with us!

Photo credit to @ali.parton who captured the movement, action + energy of the evening perfectly.

Special thanks to curators Alissa Travers, Eric Kassel, Johanna Pate Wilson, Michelle Mercado, Sussanna Davidson (French Buckets) & Andrea Luna Reece (Luna Reece Ceramics).

Wednesday, April 10, 2024

We were stoked to set our communal table with our favorite minimalist artist Lorraine Pennington at her beautiful + inviting atelier in West Side Costa Mesa.

Here we enjoyed welcome drinks & mingling, delighted in the beauty of imperfection, shared a chef curated dining experience and—best of all—partook in the (rediscovered) art of conversation. 

Lorraine Pennington Atelier
1824 Monrovia Avenue, Unit #E
Costa Mesa, CA 92627 

★★★ Menu by the talented @chef_matthew_roberts ✨:

Halibut Crudo
basil oil | kumquat | mint
+ paired w/2022 Main & Geary Pinot Grigio

A Salad of Citrus & Chicories
fig vinegar | fennel | shiso
+ paired w/2023 Lillie’s Collection Sauvignon Blanc

Braised Short Rib
blue dent masa dumpling | spring peas | corn ash | pistou
+ paired w/2021 Rocklin Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon

Chocolate Tart
blood orange gastrique | hazelnut
+ paired w/Wilson’s Organic Cold Brew Coffee

★★★

Modern. Organic. Inspirational. Social Dining. 
Thank you for coming on a lark with us!

★★★

Friday 3/22/24

We had the best time soaking up the radiant vibes of The Sunlight House in Newport Beach. We were stoked to set our communal table “on location” at this photo + video design haven.

Here we enjoyed welcome drinks & mingling, became inspired by the surroundings, shared a curated dining experience and, best of all, partook in the (rediscovered) art of conversation.

A Private Residence in Dover Shores
Newport Beach, CA 92660
(x-streets Irvine Avenue & Dover Drive)

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Chef Kyle Powers + Sous Chef Bryan Barnes ✨

starter board + welcome drinks

1/julienne salad of jicama, cucumber, pea sprouts, scallops, harissa vinaigrette

paired w/2020 So This Happened® Rosé

2/meyer lemon spring raviolo w/langostino & parmesan broth

paired w/sauvignon blanc (tbd)

3/beef wellington
*veggie option* mushroom wellington

paired w/2021 Lost Poet® Red Wine Blend

4/charred citrus butter cake

paired w/wilson’s organic cold brew coffee

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Modern. Organic. Inspirational. Social Dining. 
Thank you for coming on a lark with us!

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Above Images captured by the talented eye of Candace Rock Mendes on super fun (& delicious) larks at Devynn’s Garden (top) and The Shindy (middle + bottom).

Hop over to our Portfolio to see more fun images + menus from our previous larks!