Pop-up afternoon tea gatherings in San Diego

An afternoon tea you don’t have to host. Each gathering has its own theme, served in courses at a beautifully set shared table for 12 to 24 guests. The menu is revealed once you’re seated. Simply arrive, settle in, and enjoy the afternoon.

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White Winter

A festive afternoon of seasonal teas and a winter menu, served at a table dressed in white and ivory, with touches of shimmer.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2026 | 4:00 PM | RANCHO SANTA FE

$80 per guest, plus tax

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What to Expect

The Welcome: Arrive to a welcome drink and a few minutes to mingle before we take our seats.
The Table: A beautifully set shared table, with fine china, fresh florals, and decor chosen for the theme.
The Menu: Warm scones and little nibbles are waiting when you sit down. From there, the afternoon unfolds in courses, with sandwiches, savory bites and delicate sweets brought to the table one by one.
The Tea: Specialty loose-leaf teas, each chosen for its course. We start with one tea for the whole table. After that, you choose your tea for each course.
The Mood: Relaxed and conversational. Come on your own or with a friend. There’s no need to know anyone, we’ll make the introductions.

How It Works

1. Request a Seat
Tell us a little about yourself in a short seat request.

2. Look Out for Our Email
If we can offer you a seat, we’ll send you a private link to make the payment to reserve your ticket(s).

3. Come for Tea
A few days before, we’ll send you the venue address and arrival details. Then simply arrive, and we’ll take care of the rest.

Why request a seat?
Since we’re bringing a small group of new people together around one table, we like to know a little about who’s coming. A few quick questions help us get to know you beforehand and create a warm, friendly atmosphere for everyone.

Coming with friends?
You can request up to 4 seats at a time for you and your guests. For larger groups, please send a separate request for each group of 4, or email us at hello@casazaara.com.

Request a Seat

A seat at the table starts here.

Request a seat at our next tea, or join the list to hear about future gatherings first.

Frequently asked questions

  • Let’s Do Tea is Casa Zaara’s series of hosted afternoon teas. Each gathering has its own theme and menu, served at a beautifully set shared table for 12 to 24 guests at a venue in San Diego.

  • Absolutely. Many guests come on their own. You won’t be expected to “work the room.” We’ll make the introductions, so you can simply relax and let the conversation unfold.

  • Yes. One person can request seats and buy tickets for the group, up to 4 seats per request.

    For larger groups, please send a separate request for each group of up to 4 and include your guests’ names, so we can seat you together.

    For a private buyout of a gathering, please contact us directly.

  • Send us a seat request using the form above. If we’re able to offer you a place, we’ll email you a private link to buy your tickets. Your seats are confirmed once payment is complete.

    If it’s your first time joining us, we’ll ask you to share a little about yourself to help us create a comfortable and welcoming experience for everyone.

    Guests who have joined us before receive early access when a new gathering opens.

  • You’re still welcome to send a seat request. We’ll add you to the waitlist and get in touch if a seat opens up, and you’ll be among the first to hear about the next gathering.

  • At venues around San Diego. We share the general area when a gathering is announced, and confirmed guests receive the exact address and arrival details a few days before.

  • Something polished and comfortable that makes you feel good.

    Some gatherings may suggest a theme or color palette, but it’s always optional.

    We do ask guests to avoid torn or distressed clothing, shorts, and beachwear.

  • About 2 hours. We begin with a welcome drink and time to mingle, spend about 90 minutes at the table, and finish with time to walk around, talk, and take photos if you’d like to.

  • The full menu is intentionally kept as a little surprise.

    We’ll share the overall theme and style of the gathering in advance, but the individual dishes are part of the experience and are revealed once you’re seated.

    If you have any dietary concerns, please get in touch before requesting a seat so we can check whether the menu can accommodate them.

  • Our menus are vegetarian-friendly. Because each gathering has a set menu, some dietary needs are easier to accommodate than others. If you have allergies or dietary concerns, please check with us before requesting a seat, and we’ll let you know if the menu will work for you.

    After you’re confirmed, you’ll be asked for each guest’s dietary preferences with your ticket purchase.

    Our food is prepared in a shared kitchen, so we can’t guarantee an allergen-free environment.

    Our food is prepared in a shared kitchen, so we’re unable to guarantee an allergen-free environment.

  • Tickets are non-refundable, but they are transferable. If you can’t make it, you’re welcome to send someone in your place. Just let us know their name at least 3 days before the gathering.

    Please note that we may not be able to accommodate new dietary needs for a replacement guest.

    If we ever need to cancel a gathering, you’ll receive a full refund.

  • Let’s Do Tea is best suited to guests aged 10 and older. Children under 18 should be accompanied by an adult.