Exclusive Culinary Experience Blends Fine Dining and Exceptional Wines

The Flower Fields and Napatini Wine Bar host 'Smoke on the Vine' dinner with Rombauer Vineyards

Apr. 10, 2026 at 12:00am

A brightly colored, high-contrast silkscreen print of a wine glass repeated in a tight grid pattern, with the glass filled with a deep red wine. The image utilizes flat, vibrant, and unnatural neon color palettes overlapping with heavy black photographic outlines to turn the everyday wine glass into modern pop art.The 'Smoke on the Vine' event promises an elevated culinary experience that celebrates the harmony between exceptional cuisine and premium winemaking.Carlsbad Today

The Flower Fields and Napatini Wine Bar are partnering to host an intimate and immersive four-course culinary experience featuring premium wines from Rombauer Vineyards. The event, titled 'Smoke on the Vine', will showcase seasonal ingredients, refined techniques, and inspired flavor pairings from Napatini's Executive Head Chef Joshua Holt, all while guests enjoy the beautiful Flower Fields under twinkling lights.

Why it matters

This exclusive dining event offers food and wine enthusiasts an elevated, memorable experience that celebrates the harmony between exceptional cuisine and premium winemaking. The Flower Fields' world-famous blooms provide a stunning natural backdrop for the evening's festivities.

The details

The curated four-course dinner has been thoughtfully designed by Napatini's Executive Head Chef Joshua Holt. Each course will be expertly paired with premium wines from Rombauer Vineyards, personally selected and presented by winery representatives who will guide guests through the story, craftsmanship, and tasting notes behind every pour. Throughout the evening, guests will have the opportunity to engage with the chef and winery experts as they share insights into the creative process, pairing philosophy, and the nuances that elevate each course.

  • The event will take place on April 10, 2026.
  • The dinner will be held outdoors, so guests are advised to dress warmly.

The players

The Flower Fields

A renowned attraction in Carlsbad, California, featuring 50 acres of vibrant, multicolored ranunculus flowers that bloom annually.

Napatini Wine Bar

A local wine bar known for its exceptional food and wine pairings, led by Executive Head Chef Joshua Holt.

Rombauer Vineyards

A premium winery that will be providing the wines featured in the 'Smoke on the Vine' dinner.

Joshua Holt

The Executive Head Chef at Napatini Wine Bar, responsible for designing the four-course menu for the 'Smoke on the Vine' event.

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What’s next

Tickets for the 'Smoke on the Vine' event are available for purchase on The Flower Fields' website. Space is limited, so interested guests are encouraged to secure their reservations early.

The takeaway

The 'Smoke on the Vine' event promises to be an unforgettable experience that combines the best of fine dining, premium winemaking, and the natural beauty of the Flower Fields. This exclusive event offers a unique opportunity for food and wine enthusiasts to indulge in an elevated, harmonious culinary journey.