A multi-course tequila pairing dinner comes to Reveal at VEA Newport Beach on Sept. 24
If you’ve been looking for a reason to dress up and head to Newport Beach, this is it. On Sept. 24, VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa, is hosting an exclusive Volcán de mi Tierra Tequila Dinner Experience inside Reveal, the hotel’s sleek evening lounge, and the menu alone is worth clearing your calendar.
The intimate, one-night event runs from 5:30 to 8 p.m. and brings together VEA’s culinary team and one of Mexico’s most celebrated tequila brands for an evening of guided tastings and expertly paired dishes. Whether you’re a devoted agave enthusiast or simply tequila-curious, the experience is designed to be approachable and engaging for all.
What’s on the Menu
The evening kicks off with tray-passed bites and a Volcán de mi Tierra Blanco welcome cocktail, think oysters with compressed cucumber mint and jalapeño lime mignonette, hamachi crudo spoons with añejo passionfruit and roasted poblano, and cotija cheese mousse crostini with agave hibiscus jam and micro mint. It’s a coastal California opener dressed in bold Mexican flavors.
From there, guests settle in for a four-course seated dinner.
First Course: An orange salad with baby gem, feta puree, heirloom tomatoes, pickled onions, watermelon radish, pomegranate and a tamarind agave vinaigrette, paired with Volcán de mi Tierra Blanco.
Second Course: Roasted prawns with salsa negra (añejo), cilantro and corn puree, paired with Volcán de mi Tierra Reposado.
Third Course: The showstopper. A bone-in Wagyu beef short rib with mezcal mole, parsnip puree and agave roasted heirloom carrots, paired with Volcán de mi Tierra XA, the brand’s ultra-premium aged expression.
Dessert: Pineapple cake with mezcal ice cream, caramelized pineapple, powdered brown butter, sponge cake and cajeta, paired with Volcán de mi Tierra Tahona Blanco, a small-batch release crafted using an 18th-century volcanic stone wheel to crush the agave, yielding a silky, herbal finish unlike any standard blanco.
About Volcán de mi Tierra
Volcán de mi Tierra is a Moët Hennessy-owned brand produced in Huaxtla, Jalisco, Mexico at the foot of the Tequila Volcano. Made from 100% Blue Weber agave sourced from both the highland Los Altos and lowland El Valle regions, the brand is known for its additive-free approach and its range of expressions: Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, XA and the artisanal Tahona Blanco. The distillery and its bottle design, which mirrors the base of the volcano, took gold at the International Wine & Spirits Competition for Spirits Artwork & Bottle Design.
The Setting
Reveal is no ordinary hotel bar. The lounge is known for its sleek speakeasy atmosphere, indoor-outdoor aesthetic and curated collectibles from around the world. Hosting a tasting dinner inside the space gives guests a rare chance to experience Reveal in a more intimate, programmatic format, a departure from its regular Friday and Saturday evening service.
Reservations
Tickets for the Volcán de mi Tierra Tequila Dinner Experience can be reserved through OpenTable. Seats are limited; book ahead.
Local Insight: Arrive a few minutes early to take in the Reveal lounge before the dinner begins. The space has its own character, and getting there just before 5:30 p.m. lets you explore it without the rush of a full room.
VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa
900 Newport Center Dr
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949.640.4000
Q&A:
Q: What is the Volcán de mi Tierra Tequila Dinner Experience?
A: It’s an exclusive, one-night multi-course dining event hosted by VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa inside Reveal, the hotel’s evening lounge. Guests enjoy guided tequila tastings alongside a curated menu from VEA’s culinary team, with each course paired to a specific Volcán de mi Tierra expression.
Q: When and where does the dinner take place?
A: The dinner takes place on Sept. 24, 2026, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa, located at 900 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660.
Q: What tequilas will be featured during the evening?
A: Guests will taste five expressions from Volcán de mi Tierra: Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, XA and Tahona Blanco, each paired to a specific course throughout the evening.
Q: Do I need to be a tequila expert to enjoy this event?
A: Not at all. The experience is designed to be approachable and enjoyable for everyone, from longtime agave enthusiasts to first-time tequila explorers. Guided tastings throughout the evening help guests learn about each expression in an engaging, relaxed setting.
Q: How do I reserve a seat?
A: Tickets can be booked through OpenTable. Seats are limited, so booking early is encouraged.
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