When the temperature drops, Temecula fills up with holiday spirit. Temecula Chilled features three distinct neighborhoods, Wine Country, Old Town, and Pechanga Resort Casino; each celebrating its holiday traditions in a unique way.
After a full day of tasting, toasting, and celebration, get the full treatment at one of our local inns and resorts. Shop Old Town Temecula among the festive lights and decor, dine al fresco, and enjoy outdoor recreation like hiking, horseback riding, golfing, and hot air ballooning.
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Season's Eatings
Celebrate December 1st-31st all around Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country with our special Chilled-inspired menu. This is a perfect way to kick off the holidays and get a taste of Temecula Valley's emerging culinary scene. From special cocktails to delightful desserts, you will be sure to find something unique that you love this season. Season's Eatings begins December 1!
1909Feeling Frosty: Feeling Frosty is an adult slushie featuring flavors of citrus, pineapple, and coconut, crafted with Malibu Rum and Blue Curaçao  |
Aiyara Thai CuisineSabai Sabai Cocktail: Thai welcome cocktail with Mekhong “Spirit of Thailand”, triple sec, lime juice, club soda and Thai basil. “Sabai Sabai” is Thai word mean “Chilled & Relax”. It’s often referred to as the “Official” drink of Thailand and it’s quite fascinating. This phenomenon cocktail is exclusively served only at Aiyara Thai Cuisine. |
Apparition RoomChristmas Cricket: Blanco tequila, vanilla liqueur, minty amaro, coco pandan, cream, & mole bitters |
Avensole WineryCookies & Crème Brûlée: Apple cider custard/ vanilla bean/ brûléed sugar topping/ house made gingerbread cookies/ royal icing. |
Bottega ItaliaPeppermint Gelato: Our Peppermint Gelato is a new flavor, perfectly launching in time for this holiday season! All of our gelatos have intense flavors due to the slow-churned speed at which it is made. Our gelato is made from the highest quality, natural ingredients and is ALL homemade! Gelato is not just a dessert - it is ingrained in our Italian roots! |
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Devilicious Eatery & Tap RoomDominic the Christmas Donkey Cocktail: A creamy and nutty cocktail reminiscent of tiramisu. Vodka, Mr. Black, Pistachio Cane Syrup, Frangelico, & Cream. |
E.A.T. MarketplaceGingerbread Human Pancake Stack: Creme Anglaise Pancakes North Pole Snowman Flight: White Chocolate Matcha Latte & Match Mini Donut, OatNog Latte & Gingerbread Vanilla Mini Donut, & Peppermint Mocha Latte & Peppermint & Chocolate Mini Donut Mrs. Claus Mimosa Flight: Three mimosas: Jack Frost Coconut Blues, Cranberry Rosemary, & Winter Spice  |
Europa Village Wineries & ResortJack Frost Cocktail: Chill out this December and indulge in a tropical holiday cocktail! Pineapple Juice, Blue Curaçao, Bacardi Light Rum, Cream of Coconut, Coconut Rim.  |
Fazeli CellarsHoliday Fazeli French Loaf: Filled with sweet potato, topped with ample syrup and bruleed marshmallows. Winter Brussels: Roasted Brussels sprouts, butternut squash, candied walnuts, dried cranberry and maple glaze. Sausage stuffing egg roll: Comes with cranberry dipping sauce. |
Corbeaux Wine & Tea HouseMulled Wine: Red wine infused with teas and spices to create a warm and cozy holiday sipper. |
Grazing TheoryBrulee Brie Bowl + Mini Pretzel Bites: Served with warm, salted mini Pretzel Bites is a delectable treat, expertly caramelized to create a tantalizing contrast of flavors and textures, featuring a Quinta Brie from a California Creamery (Point Reyes). Charcuterie Wreath: This exquisite wreath features premium cured meats, and more. This delicious arrangement is a feast for the senses, perfect for impressing your guests at any gathering. |
Lorimar Vineyards & WineryHoliday Turkey Ciabatta: Sliced turkey, provolone cheese, berried cranberry sauce, tomato, red onion, & arugula on homemade ciabatta bread with a side of French fries. Seasonal Spinach Salad: Baby spinach, red apples, pears & mandarin oranges lightly tossed with raspberry vinaigrette, topped with dried cranberries, crumbled feta cheese & caramelized walnuts. |
Old Town Spice & Tea MerchantsHoliday Tea-to-Go: Get into the holiday spirit as you shop and enjoy a hot or iced tea. Choose Candy Cane, Gingerbread Latte, or one of our many loose-leaf teas or caffeine-free blends. |
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Monte de Oro WineryPretzel Bites w/ Bacon Beer Cheese: Garlic Butter & Sea Salt |
Oak Grove Culinary CreationsChocolate Chip Rosemary Cookies: A holiday chocolate chip rosemary cookie blends the sweet richness of chocolate chips with the unique, earthy flavor of finely chopped rosemary, creating a delightful sweet-savory experience. Its festive appearance is often enhanced with a dusting of powdered sugar or a decorative rosemary sprig, making it a visually appealing and flavorful treat for holiday celebrations. Contains Dairy.  |
Oscar's Brewing CompanyTemecula Chilled Holiday Cocktail: Cancun Christmas! Califino Tequila Blanco + apple brandy + cinnamon syrup + fresh lime juice + orgeat + pineapple juice. |
Small BarnSea Glow Cocktail: Welcome to deliciousness! A spin on the famous tropical classic, The Pina Colada. This vibrant blue cocktail features Blanco Tequila, Curacao, Spicy Bitters, Chili coconut cream, Pineapple and lime. You're sure to enjoy this libation that will make you feel like your on an island vacation in the winter months. |
Swing Inn CafePie Slice A La Mode: Apple, Cherry, Strawberry Rhubarb, Recipes Cream, Chocolate Cream, and Coconut Cream pies served A La Mode. Since 1927, we've been baking up a storm with our famous pies! They're creamy, dreamy, and served A La Mode! We've got all your favorite pies ready to make your days sweeter. Whether it's our classic pumpkin or a slice of something new, we're serving up joy one pie at a time.  |
TOASTYeti-tini: This vibrant and joyful cocktail offers the nostalgic flavors of your favorite childhood, complemented by subtle citrus notes. |
Texas Lil's Mesquite GrillLil's Apple Cinnamon Margarita: Lalo Blanco Tequila, Cinnamon & Sugar Rim, Angry Orcharcd Apple Hard Cider & Agave Nectar. Garnished with an apple stick and anise star. |
Wilson Creek WineryPumpkin Tiramisu: Coffee soaked lady fingers with sweet pumpkin mascarpone topped with cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. |
Holiday Shopping in Temecula
Shopping in Old Town Temecula during the holidays has ignited holiday joy for generations, and this year is no exception. This historic district comes alive in early December with Santa’s Electric Light Parade, which kicks off the season. Guests will enjoy stunning decorations, bright lights, and fun activities during Temecula Chilled, a series of festive experiences centered around food, wine, shopping, culture, and outdoor adventure.
The Promenade Temecula is a fashion and lifestyle shopping destination where holiday visitors can enjoy beautiful holiday trees and decorations, taking pictures with Santa, and finding great gifts. Many local businesses in Old Town and throughout the Temecula Valley offer locally produced items that cannot be found elsewhere: incredible hand-crafted olive oils; heavenly lavender-infused bath, body, and home items; a variety of unique teas and spice blends; handmade treats; amazing wines, beers, and spirits; and a variety of handcrafted items. There is something for everyone, including gift certificates for hot air balloon rides, equestrian activities, dining experiences, hotels, tours, or even spa indulgences.
In Temecula Wine Country, Europa Village invites visitors to its Holiday Market, an enchanting holiday wonderland filled with seasonal gifts and decorations highlighting European craftsmanship, nutcrackers, ornaments, décor, and more.
For the foodie, Temecula Olive Oil Company sells locally grown fresh olive oils and blends as well as customizable gift boxes and gift certificates, which can be used to purchase tickets for its popular Olive View Ranch Tour. Pre-made gift sets include seasoned olive oils as well as jars of popular dips and spreads, or make your own. For more information, as well as online purchases, visit TemeculaOliveOil.com.
Produced at a beautiful lavender farm in the hills of wine country, Temecula Lavender Company products can be purchased individually or as gift sets. Categories include skin care, bath, home, and kitchen. Visit the Old Town location or shop online at TemeculaLavenderCo.com.
At Big Horse Feed, shoppers can find equestrian themed items like clothing and accessories, home décor and furnishings, bath and bedding, kitchen and dining, as well as horse-related gifts and necessities.
For the home chef on your list, Old Town Spice & Tea Merchants carries a lovely assortment of fine teas, aromatic and flavorful gift boxes, and spice samplers. Some of their most popular house-made blends, quality loose-leaf teas, soup packets, and unique hot cocoas are packaged and ready for gift-giving. Visit their Old Town location for more information and samples.
For wine lovers, a trip to Temecula Valley’s Wine Country is a holiday shopping goldmine. Winery gift shops, club memberships, and special holiday offerings make it a wonderful place to find that perfect gift for the wine connoisseur. Wilson Creek Winery will offer several celebration-themed wines for the holidays. For more information on wine country tours, dining, transportation, and more, visit https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/wine/.
Batch Mead is a family-owned, Temecula tasting room offering small-batch meads and hard ciders in a variety of delicious flavors including apple, peach, boysenberry, pomegranate, and blueberry. Mead is a unique alcohol made from honey, water, and yeast, and it can be dry or sweet. Look for a variety of delicious and beautifully packaged gift ideas at BatchMead.com.
When shoppers get hungry, there are many dining options to choose from throughout the Temecula Valley. Old Town Temecula offers farm-to-table and pub dining, organic, slow-food eateries, Italian, Mexican and Mediterranean fare, and grab-and-go pastries and sweet treats, among others. There are also 19 restaurants in wine country and more than a dozen options at Pechanga Resort & Spa.
For the person who has everything: how about a gift of pampering? Purchase a gift certificate from Pechanga Resort & Spa’s Spa Pechanga, which is inspired by the reverence for native botanicals and offers signature treatments. South Coast Winery Resort & Spa’s Grapeseed Spa includes a heated outdoor saltwater pool set to 84 degrees year-round, with a wide range of treatment rooms and two tranquility lounges. Murrieta Day Spa offers a variety of holiday packages for massages, facials, and body treatments.
Celebrate the holidays with "Temecula Chilled" in Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country. Relax in our winter sunshine while sipping wine, ice-skating outdoors, strolling under colorful light displays, enjoying "chilled" menu items, and taking in the sights and sounds of the season.
Temecula Chilled Holiday Cookie Recipes
In Temecula, we live glass full, and this time of year we live plate full. Enjoy these holiday cookie recipes provided by Temecula Valley restaurant chefs to enjoy during the holidays. Get all of the recipes HERE
When visiting events and local businesses, be sure to tell them Macaroni KID sent you... and don't forget to tell all your friends!
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