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Watercolor Workshop

Carté Hotel 401 W Ash Street, San Diego, CA, United States

Learn the basics of watercolor washes and color blending in this intimate, hands-on workshop. Stefanie will walk you through the step-by-step process of how to create a remarkable watercolor painting. You’ll have the tools you need to replicate the process on your own at home and will leave with a number of beautiful paintings that are guaranteed to be frame-worthy!

Space is limited to 25 attendees. The price for workshop includes all supplies to take home and continue your practice, as well as a drink ticket and refreshments. This workshop is intended for beginners, but students of all levels are welcome to attend!

$85 per person

Skyline Comedy

Above Ash Social 401 W Ash Street, San Diego, CA, United States

Located on the Carté Hotel rooftop

Find your way 16 stories above San Diego and get your laughs on at Skyline Comedy. The 90-minute show hosted by Kash Komedy begins at 7.30 pm. Seating in the Piazza is based on arrival, so show up early to get your seat! Admission is free but we do have a two item minimum.

Thanksgiving at Above Ash

Above Ash Social 401 W Ash Street, San Diego, CA, United States

Located on the Carté Hotel rooftop

Enjoy Thanksgiving favorites overlooking San Diego cityscapes. Offering an indulgent a la carte menu and decadent desserts.

Thanksgiving Favorites:

French Onion and Wood Ear Mushroom Soup – $16
Brandied Onions, Puff Pastry, Gruyere
Roasted Diestel Farm Turkey – $40
Herbed Chestnut Stuffing, Mashed Maple Yams, Port Wine Cranberry Sauce, Gravy
Mesquite Peppercorn Pork Loin – $38
Fingerling Potato Confit, Green Beans Almondine, Apple Cider Chutney
Pumpkin Bread Pudding – $14
Bourbon Caramel Sauce, Candied Pecans, Ginger Gelato

Christmas Feast at Above Ash

Above Ash Social 401 W Ash Street, San Diego, CA, United States

Located on the Carté Hotel rooftop

Enjoy our sought-after menu along with holiday favorites overlooking San Diego cityscapes. Offering an indulgent a la carte menu and decadent desserts.

Reservations via Opentable: https://bit.ly/2023CarteChristmas

A La Carte Christmas Dinner Menu

Appetizers

Feta cheese + Roasted Romanesco Dip – $20
sundried marinated tomatoes, green pea greens, housemade mediterranean olives, focaccia crostini
Pear Salad – $16
grilled red bartlett pear, sherry vinaigrette, roasted pumpkin seeds, baby kale, frisse, moody smoked Blue cheese, pomegranate, dried white figs

Entrees

Duck Rillette Ravioli – $30
stracciatella cheese, garden mushrooms cream, fried golden thread mushrooms, toasted pine nuts, fried sage
Slow Cook Prime Beef Filet – $45
maple and ginger roasted baby carrots, roasted chateau purple potatoes, port wine sauce

Desserts

Speculoos-Aardbeien Cheesecake – $14
gaviota strawberries
Invisible Lucy Apple Rose – $14
cranberry lavender sauce, almond cranberry crown

NYE a la Carte Dinner

Above Ash Social 401 W Ash Street, San Diego, CA, United States

Located on the Carté Hotel rooftop

Ring in the New Year with your Above Ash Social favorites along with a curated a la carte dinner and scenic views of San Diego city underneath the stars.

Reservations: https://bit.ly/2024NYEAADinner

NYE a la Carte Dinner Menu

Appetizers

Kampachi Crudo – $20
miso + thai chile aguachile, murcott tangerines supremes, persian cucumbers, lemon oil, onion sprouts
Baked Triple Cream Brie in Croûte – $18
lavender honey, calabrian chiles, toasted walnuts

Entrees

Black Cod – $38
chili lime roasted cauliflower, coconut lime curry sauce, yu choy cabbage, fried Lotus root
Slow-Roasted Pork Chop – $45
potato gratin dauphinois, sauteed pea vines, ginger apple sauce, roasted shallots with sherry glaze

Desserts

Red Bartlett Pear Poached in Spiced Caramel – $14
hazelnut praline, guanaja dark chocolate ganache, chocolate tart, vanilla bean whipped mascarpone
Toffee Nut Latte Cake – $14
espresso + baileys whipped cream, caramel walnut glaze

Valentine’s Day Indulgent Dinner

Above Ash Social 401 W Ash Street, San Diego, CA, United States

Located on the Carté Hotel rooftop

February 14th, 16th & 17th
3p – 9p

Enjoy our sought-after menu along with Valentine’s Day favorites overlooking San Diego cityscapes. Offering an indulgent a la carte menu and decadent desserts.

Appetizer
Hokkaido scallop crudo – $23
Avocado, crispy quinoa, pomegranate seeds, orange, pomegranate leche de tigre
Main Course
Bucatini pasta with Lobster – $38
Cherry tomato, fennel, chanterelle mushroom, lobster reduction
14 oz Pan roasted rib eye – $56
Mushroom duxelle, crispy herb potato, wilted kale, wild forest mushroom red wine reduction
Dessert
Chocolate and strawberry – $15
strawberry mousse, dark chocolate sponge cake, strawberry couli and dark chocolate gelato

5-Course Wine Dinner

Carté Hotel 401 W Ash Street, San Diego, CA, United States

Discounted valet parking is available.

The 5-Course Wine Dinner Featuring Carruth Cellars is a must-attend event for all wine lovers and food enthusiasts.

Join us on February 15, 2024, at 6:00 PM for an evening of exquisite food, fine wine, and great company. As seats are limited, we encourage you to register soon to secure your spot.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to indulge in a five-course meal and sample some of the finest wines from Carruth Cellars.

Menu:

First Course
Smoked King Ora Salmon Carpaccio
arugula, crispy shallots, salsa verde aioli, evo breadcrumbs
Second Course
Lobster Agnolotti
cherry tomato, fennel, fava beans, with lobster butter sauce, caviar
Third Course
Wild Mushroom Risotto
morels, chanterelle, shitake, king mushroom, chives, tarragon, parmigiano foam
Fourth Course
Pan Roasted Filet Mignon
truffle potato galette, asparagus, truffle cabernet sauce
Fifth Course
The love for Strawberry Pavlova
strawberry compote, tahini vanilla cream, strawberry couli, champagne sorbet
$110 per guest, plus tax and gratuity ($138)

Academy Awards Viewing Party

Above Ash Social 401 W Ash Street, San Diego, CA, United States

Located on the Carté Hotel rooftop

Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars at Above Ash as we celebrate the Academy Awards ceremony. Indulge in our irresistible specialty cocktails, available at a special price of just $12 for the night. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the stars shine both on and off the stage!

Mixtape Brunch with Mid-City Community Music

Above Ash Social 401 W Ash Street, San Diego, CA, United States

Located on the Carté Hotel rooftop

You are invited to join us at Above Ash Social on March 10th, from 11am to 3pm, as Carte Hotel partners with Mid-City Community Music to donate a portion of the proceeds to MCCM’s music programs for kids. Don’t miss the opportunity to have a great time while making a positive impact in the community!

About Mid-City Community Music: Since 1974 Mid-City Community Music (MCCM) has been a torchbearer of community music in San Diego. In 2014 MCCM incorporated as a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to serving San Diego’s most ethnically diverse and economically disadvantaged neighborhoods to community members who would not otherwise have the opportunity to learn to play an instrument, sing and play in a group, or perform on stage. MCCM offers performance workshops, group and private lessons, weekly jam sessions, quarterly community concerts, online instruction, and a robust teen program serving urban teens at half a dozen sites.

Skyline Comedy

Above Ash Social 401 W Ash Street, San Diego, CA, United States

Located on the Carté Hotel rooftop

Find your way 16 stories above San Diego and get your laughs on every second Thursday of the month at Skyline Comedy. The 90-minute show hosted by Kash Komedy begins at 7.30 pm.

Seating in the Piazza is based on arrival, so show up early to get your seat! Admission is free but we do have a two item minimum.

American Red Cross Blood Drive at Carté Hotel

Carté Hotel 401 W Ash Street, San Diego, CA, United States

Don’t hesitate – come by and help save a life! Through blood donations, donors like you are able to assist patients of all ages – from accident and burn victims, to heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and even those in the midst of battling cancer. With someone in the U.S. needing blood every two seconds, your donation can make a significant impact. So why wait? Step up, make an appointment, and give blood.

Easter Brunch at Above Ash Social

Above Ash Social 401 W Ash Street, San Diego, CA, United States

Located on the Carté Hotel rooftop

Come for an afternoon of cityscapes and basically bottomless mimosas this Easter. Our Easter a la carte menu is crafted with Spring in mind. Why limit yourself to a pre-selected menu when you can order what your heart desires?

Exclusive Easter Brunch Entrees

  • Crab Benedict – roasted cherry tomatoes, asparagus, arugula, dill hollandaise sauce, rustic sourdough. choice of: breakfast potatoes, fruit or salad
  • Berry French Toast – vanilla berry cream, mixed berries strawberry couli, luxardo cherries, tahini vanilla cream, white chocolate pearls
  • Slow-Braised Lamb Ragu -pappardelle pasta, tomato, mushroom english peas, parmesan cheese

Still craving our sought-after chilaquiles or chicken & waffles? Our traditional Sunday Brunch menu will also be available.