Food & Drink
Roberts Ranch Vineyards: Wine & Déjeuner d’Ouvrier
Roberts Ranch Vineyards Roberts Road, Ben Lomond, United StatesThis year, Roberts Ranch Vineyards is celebrating the French Provençal communal tradition of the Déjeuner d’Ouvrier, also known as the Worker‘s Lunch. This is a perfect time to grab some friends and gather around the table for a generous prix fixe communal lunch of delicious soup and main course, artisan bread, a fruit and cheese course salad and (bien sur) dessert!
Roberts Ranch Vineyards: Wine Tasting and Crushpad Concert
Roberts Ranch Vineyards Roberts Road, Ben Lomond, United StatesAcoustic musical guests make for a lively accompaniment to the afternoon! Enjoy a tasting of 5 of the current Roberts Ranch wines complete with abundant charcuterie boards! Meats, cheeses, crackers, nuts, fruits, chocolate and even warm appetizers make appearances at this lovely and casual tasting experience. (See Seltzer & Charcuterie option for those not partaking in the wine tasting.) Your tasting begins at the crush pad where you will sign in and get your first pour and plate of charcuterie. From there you are welcome to find a comfortable spot to enjoy the views. Pace your tasting and food experience according to your preference. Enjoy a flavorful and relaxing afternoon! Attended children and well-behaved pups are welcome to join. Please sign up for a child’s ticket so they can be prepared with snacks and drinks for the kids.
Chaminade Resort and Spa: Easter Sunday Brunch
Chaminade Resort and Spa 1 Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesEnjoy a lavish Easter Day brunch buffet at Chaminade Resort & Spa from 9 am – 6 pm. Brunch & resort guests enjoy four Easter egg hunts (10 am, 11:30 am, 1 pm & 3 pm). Reservations required. $85++ per person $25++ (ages 4 – 12) FREE (ages 3 & under) ++ plus tax & gratuity Reservation required
Shadowbrook: Easter Feast
Shadowbrook Restaurant 1750 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA, United StatesAs soon as March 21, 2025, you can make a reservation for your April 20 Easter Feast at Shadowbrook. Enjoy delicious food, romantic views and transportation that makes travel part of the experience! Dress up nicely and enjoy a free shuttle service in a vintage taxi if your hotel is within a 3-mile radius of Shadowbrook. Or you can park and take the trolley through the gardens to the entrance. Of course, there is nothing but any lack of sobriety stopping you from meandering through the gardens on foot! Either way, mark your calendars to secure your Easter Day adventure as soon as possible!
Omega Nu 35th Annual Ducky Derby
Harvey West Park Friendship Garden 326 Evergreen St., Santa Cruz, CADucky Derby 2025 Saturday, April 26th 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Harvey West Park – Friendship Gardens Omega Nu welcomes you back to Harvey West Park for our 35th Annual Ducky Derby and Carnival. A fun-filled day for the entire family! Come to the duck races and cheer our plucky ducks over the finish line while enjoying food, games, and music. Listen as the bugle blares signaling the start of each race and children run to watch as thousands of rubber ducks course down the water raceway. Adopt a duck and have a chance to win over 100 prizes. All proceeds from duck adoptions go directly back to our community through the Omega Nu Scholarship program and grants provided to teachers, nonprofits, and charitable organizations. The ducks race rain or shine! To learn more about how you can support the Santa Cruz community through Omega Nu and Ducky Derby, please visit our website duckyderbysantacruz.org Come and enjoy a great day at the park! Admission is Free.
Chaminade Resort and Spa: Pawsh Retreat
Chaminade Resort and Spa 1 Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesChaminade Resort & Spa welcomes you and your furry friends to our dog-friendly property for an afternoon of play, treats and pup-worthy pampering. Enjoy activities like Photo Booths, Pet Portraits, Paint-Your-Pet, a Fashion Show Competition, Pet Massage, Dog Pools, an Agility Course and more! Vendors/partners include Santa Cruz SPCA, Santa Cruz Animal Shelter, Peace of Mind Dog Rescue, Paradise Pet Salon DOG Photography – Eva Sacher, Wishbone Pet Company, Bed & Biscuits Groomingdales, Why Knots Pet Massage and The Painted Cork. Dog Menu includes Barkuter-ie Board (organic turkey, aged cheddar, carrot, whole grain dog biscuits), Paw-casso Bites (Frozen PB & banana), Deep Sea Doggie (Wild salmon, potato, peas), The Bone Appétit (Grilled chicken breast, rice, veal broth), Paw-fection Smoothie (Probiotics, Greek yogurt, banana, blueberries) Tail Wagging Tacos (Corn tortilla, raw prime angus beef), Frozen Yogurt Paw Pops & more! Food & Drink Specials at The View Restaurant for the humans! Overnight package available. RSVP at the link.