San Diego is a playground for memorable corporate events—from bayside cruises and canyon hikes to immersive tasting bars. If you’re planning a team offsite, client mixer, donor salon, or holiday event, this guide curates high‑impact ideas with local flavor, sustainability in mind, and budget notes.

SAVAGE BEE-CHES is a woman-, minority-, and disabled veteran–owned San Diego brand specializing in honey tastings, bee education, and bespoke gifts. We can design a turnkey experience or collaborate with your venue and catering team.

Quick Planner: Size, Budget, and Timeline

• Group size: 25–500+

• Lead time: 2–6 weeks (rush possible)

• Budget tiers (rough): $–$$$ per guest depending on venue, staffing, and customization

• Indoor/Outdoor: Plan a weather backup Nov–April; heat plan June–Sept.

• Accessibility: Ensure ADA routes and seating options; include allergen signage

1) Honey Tasting Bar (with Pairings)

A guided, sommelier‑style tasting exploring floral sources (e.g., California Wildflower, Orange, Avocado). Includes tasting notes, pairing bites (cheese, fruit, crackers), and an Instagram‑ready display. Add mini jars as favors or a live label‑your‑own station.

Great for: Welcome receptions, conference lounges, VIP suites
Add‑ons: Branded tasting cards, logo’d jars, curated gift sets
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2) Bee Education & CSR Talk

A retired Naval Officer–turned‑beekeeper leads an engaging session on pollination, hive life, and sustainability. Ideal for CSR, STEM, or donor engagement.

Formats: Keynote, breakout, Q&A lounge, classroom workshop

3) Candle‑Making Workshop

Hands‑on team‑builder using pure beeswax. Participants create taper or pillar candles to keep—an eco‑friendly keepsake with your brand ribbon.

4) Waterfront Cruise Reception

Host a sunset mixer on the bay. Pair light bites with a honey tasting corner and custom takeaway jars.

5) La Jolla Coast Kayak or Snorkel + Honey Pairing Picnic

Combine mild adventure with a stylish post‑activity tasting and pairing board.

6) Museum‑After‑Hours Activation

Book a cultural space, then add an education + tasting lounge that ties into exhibit themes (nature, foodways, sustainability).

7) Garden or Rooftop Cocktail Hour

Design a pollinator‑friendly ambience with floral signage, herb centerpieces, and a tasting bar spotlighting local varietals.

8) Culinary Class + Local Pairings

Team cooking competition with a honey pairing flight for dessert or cheese.

9) Hotel VIP Suite Amenities

Welcome executives or keynote speakers with co‑branded SAVAGE BEE-CHES honey and beeswax candles.

10) Wellness Mini‑Retreat

Mindful tastings, herbal tea station, and scent‑free beeswax candle gifts for a calm close.

11) Beach Bonfire Social (permitted areas)

Keep it simple: acoustic set, s’mores with honey drizzle, and branded blankets. (Always follow local rules and Leave No Trace.)

12) Craft Beverage Pairings

Collaborate with local coffee/tea, cider, or brewery partners; add honey‑infused tasting notes.

13) Leadership Offsite Salon

Small‑format tasting with facilitated discussion (prompt cards provided) to spark high‑value conversations.

14) Farmers’ Market‑Style Vendor Alley

Create an “artisan alley” where attendees sample and collect branded minis.

15) Outdoor Movie Night

Screen a crowd‑pleaser with honey‑buttered popcorn and cozy candlelit ambiance.

16) CSR Volunteer Morning + Celebration

Pair habitat restoration or garden planting with a celebratory honey tasting and donor/volunteer gifts.

17) Photo‑Forward Backdrop & Booth

A brand‑right floral wall + tasting station to drive social engagement.

18) Holiday Open House

Warm beverages, spiced honey tastings, and on‑site gift kitting table for attendees to build a take‑home set.

19) Conference Micro‑Breaks

10‑minute “taste + learn” sessions that rotate groups efficiently between sessions.

20) Venue‑Hosted Showcase

Partner with a venue to co‑host a vendor showcase; we anchor with tasting + mini workshop.

21) Offsite Day Templates

• 90‑Minute Mixer: Tasting bar + quick bee talk + photo backdrop

• Half‑Day: Workshop (candle‑making) + tasting lunch + CSR panel

• Full‑Day: Morning adventure + catered lunch + tasting reception + gift suite

Eco‑Friendly Planning Tips

• Favor reusable or compostable serviceware

• Use pure beeswax candles for clean burn, no synthetic scent

• Opt for local, seasonal pairings; minimize single‑use plastic

FAQs

How many guests can you accommodate? From 25 to 500+.
Do you travel? Yes—San Diego base, SoCal and beyond.
Can you match our brand? Yes—labels, ribbons, signage, and display styling are fully customizable.

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