Pete’s Christmas Vacation Returns to Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach proudly welcomes back Pete’s Christmas Vacation for its second year, returning by popular demand. Running through Jan. 3, the festive pop-up transforms Pete’s Sunset Grille into a coastal winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, cozy outdoor igloos and a cheerful seasonal menu.

The menu includes holiday favorites with a fun twist. Guests can enjoy Bah Humbug Fries with smoked paprika aioli and Sleigh Bell Wings glazed in honey sriracha or spicy cranberry. The Charcutewreath offers a playful take on a classic board with a Bavarian pretzel, artisan cheeses and cured meats. Heartier dishes include the Jolly Old Saint Rib with creamy Boursin polenta and the tropical Mele Kalikimaka Bowl with diced ahi, avocado and wakame over steamed rice.

Sweet endings feature Passionfruit Cheesecake with gingersnap crust and orange honey whip, Pumpkin Bread Pudding with toffee sauce and vanilla gelato and an indulgent S’mores Bar with toasted meringue and whiskey butterscotch.

With its creative menu, cozy atmosphere and a touch of holiday nostalgia, Pete’s Christmas Vacation is the ultimate place to celebrate the season the SoCal way.

RESERVATIONS:

Tables for Pete’s Christmas Vacation can be booked here.

 Pete’s Sunset Grille at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa
21500 Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach

Photo Credit: Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa

Butcher’s House Marks Four Years With New Fromage Menu

This December marks the fourth anniversary of Butcher’s House, and Chef-Owner Jeoffrey Offer is celebrating with an all-new Fromage Menu that reflects his French roots and modern bistro style. The menu honors France’s regional cheeses and the traditions behind them — highlighting terroir, craftsmanship and simplicity that define Offer’s cooking.

Each cheese is presented individually with a fresh baguette so guests can savor every nuance. 

The lineup includes:

• Camembert à la Braise — Whole Camembert roasted in the coals, creating a molten, aromatic centerpiece.
• Bûche de Chèvre — Goat cheese with olive oil, honey and chives — simple, earthy and elegant.
• Comté — 12-month aged Comté served with Alain Milliat apricot jam and Marcona almonds.
• Fourme d’Ambert Bleu — A blue cheese from the Auvergne region, paired with Alain Milliat fig jam and roasted walnuts.

Seasonal dishes continue to celebrate the intersection of French cooking and the craft of butchery. Winter additions include Raclette Potatoes with melted Raclette cheese, prosciutto and chives; the Beef Cheek slow-cooked for 24 hours with mustard seed mashed potatoes and sauce vigneron; and Duck Confit — a Toulouse-inspired staple — served cassoulet-style with Tarbais beans and garlic confit.

Offer also continues to personally oversee the dry-aging of select cuts, sourced from trusted purveyors and offered as limited-time specials. These steaks evolve weekly in flavor and texture, giving guests a chance to experience rare cuts at their best.

Located at South Coast Collection in Costa Mesa, Butcher’s House has become a cornerstone of Orange County dining — named Restaurant of the Year by Orange Coast Magazine and recognized among the Orange County Register’s 75 Best Restaurants. The warm, masculine interior, wood-fired kitchen and sunlit patio overlooking SoCo’s courtyard embody the spirit of a modern French bistro.

Lunch is served Friday through Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dinner is served Sunday through Wednesday from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., and Thursday through Saturday from 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Butcher’s House is located at 3321 Hyland Ave., Suite D, Costa Mesa. 

Festive Holiday Dining at Paseo, Céntrico and Naples in the Downtown Disney District

Patina Group is bringing holiday cheer to its celebrated dining destinations at the Downtown Disney District in Anaheim. Guests can enjoy seasonal menus, festive cocktails and special culinary experiences at three standout locations: Paseo, Céntrico and Naples Ristorante e Bar.

At Paseo, Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán presents vibrant Mexican cuisine rooted in heritage and elevated with modern technique. Next door, Céntrico offers an energetic open-air bar and cantina with handcrafted cocktails and authentic dishes created by Chef Gaytán. Naples Ristorante e Bar features the best of Italian dining with classic Neapolitan pizza, handmade pastas and fresh, seasonal salads.

Paseo’s Cocina Navideña: A Holiday Heritage Celebration
Executive Chef Rudy Lopez invites guests to take part in a festive culinary experience that shares beloved Mexican holiday traditions through storytelling and flavor.

Each session includes live demonstrations of seasonal favorites:
• Tamales, traditionally prepared and simple to recreate at home
• Churros, crisp and warm with cinnamon sugar
• Ponche Navideño, served with tequila for guests 21 and older

The evening begins with signature chips and salsa.
Dates: Dec. 13 and Dec. 20
Time: 2 p.m.
Price: $70 adult, $55 child
Reservations required. Book here. 

Holiday Cocktails and Seasonal Dishes at Paseo, Céntrico, and Naples Ristorante e Bar

At Paseo:
• Coco Navidad
• Ponche Navideño
• Mexican Hot Chocolate

At Céntrico:
• Berry MexMas
• Frosty Fiesta

Seasonal Specials:
• Snowman dessert with orange mousse and rosemary and gruyere ice cream
• Chicken Tamale with mole rojo and pickled vegetables
• Tamales de Rajas with Mexican cheese blend and pickled vegetables

Naples Ristorante e Bar: Breakfast with Santa and More

Naples is celebrating the season with family events and flavorful holiday additions to the menu.

Featured cocktails:
• Santa Margarita
• Skrewball Christmas Cider

Dish highlight:
• Diwali Chicken Tikka Masala Pizza, blending Italian craftsmanship with bold spices

Location and Hours

Paseo
1580 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, CA 92802
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 10 p.m.
Monday through Friday: 4 to 10 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 10 p.m.
paseoanaheim.com

Céntrico
1580 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, CA 92802
Sunday through Thursday: 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
centricoanaheim.com

Naples Ristorante e Bar
1550 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, CA 92802
Sunday through Thursday: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
naplesristorante.com