Let’s Go On A Lark!

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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————————-Previous larks:

Friday 11/15/24

Image captured on a super fun (& delicious) lark w/Chef Matthew Roberts at CASA CDM by Candace Rock .

It was all dinner party magic amongst the style + vibe of CASA CDM. We are honored to have set our communal table at their gorgeous design haven in Corona del Mar with the talented Chef Matthew Roberts.

Thanks to the curious + adventurous, who always find their way to our communal table, for sharing their stories, laughter & dreams to make this an evening to remember. We can’t wait to do it again!

Here we fully embraced fall with a seasonal platings, flickering candles, beautiful winter coats, moody florals, biodynamic pairings form a quasi rogue wine maker, a stunning tablescape, and—best of all—the (rediscovered) art of conversation.

2620 East Coast Highway
Corona de Mar, CA 92625

(PCH @ North End / Adjacent Sherman Gardens)

Image captured on a super fun (& delicious) lark w/Chef Matthew Roberts at CASA CDM by Candace Rock .

Friday, November 15, 2024, 6:30pm-9:00pm
$168.00 per person, all inclusive four course meal + wine pairing
Purchase Tickets: Sold Out
(non-refundable/absolutely transferrable)

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Welcome Cocktail by the King of Hospitality, Eric Kassel

Cheese + Charcuterie by Fromage by Fisher

Wine sourced from Les Chais du Port de la Lune
“the cellars of the port of the moon”

Image captured on a super fun (& delicious) lark w/Chef Matthew Roberts at CASA CDM by Candace Rock .

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Bluefin Crudo
fig | pineapple guava blossom vinegar | preserved calamansi | pomegranate
+ Paired w/Purple Rain 2023

Octopus over Binchotan
mole amarillo | morita oil | masa dumpling
+ Paired w/Rhythm 2023

Gnocchi alla Romana
chanterelle | smoked chanterelle butter | fermented ramp | honeynut squash | pork jowl | pecorino
+ Paired w/Majeur 2022 

Mezcal Poached Pear
hoja anglaise | hazelnut | lavender
+ Paired w/Cold Brew Coffee

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Chef Matthew Roberts captured on a super fun (& delicious) lark at CASA CDM by Candace Rock .
Delicious Bluefin Crudo prepared & plated by Chef Matthew Roberts on gorgeous handmade ceramic plates by local artist Andrea Luna Reece captured on a super fun (& delicious) lark at CASA CDM by Candace Rock .
Image captured on a super fun (& delicious) lark w/Chef Matthew Roberts at CASA CDM by Candace Rock .


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

Image captured on a super fun (& delicious) lark at CASA CDM by Candace Rock in Corona Del Mar, CA

(Always) Open invite. Limited seats.

Friday 8/23/24

Image captured by Candace Rock on a super fun (& delicious) lark w/Maker Jan McCarthy in Newport Beach, CA

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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Modern. Organic. Inspirational. Social Dining.

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.

Carajillo Cocktail inpired by Eric Kassel captured by Ali Parton features Chef Matthew Roberts
882 Production Place, Newport Beach, 92663

Photo captured on a super fun (& delicious) lark by Ali Parton & features tapas plate by Luna Reece Ceramics


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

Super fun (& delicious) times on a lark captured by Ali Parton features Chef Matthew Roberts

✚ 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

Super fun (& delicious) times on a lark captured by Ali Parton features coffee cured pork belly by the talented Chef Matthew Roberts

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!

Super fun (& delicious) times on a lark at Freelance Coffee Project captured by Ali Parton

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

Lark #72 @ The Sunlight House w/the talents of Chefs Kyle Powers + Bryan Barnes
Image captured by Mitch Maher

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)

✚  ✚  ✚  Menu compliments of the talented ✚  ✚  ✚ 
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!