About and Blog:

Hi there! Thanks so much for looking at my little blog! I am the fun-loving Events Director, Kathi Skillman here at Historic El Cortez! I’ve always loved parties, decorating, entertaining, flowers and most of all wine! When I received a call in 2000 that my friends...

Perfect location:

After visiting at least 20 sites across San Diego County and researching probably over 100, my fiancee and fell for The El Cortez Don Room. We had chosen a venue twice already, only to have contracts fall through due to an unprofessional errors at the last minute. I...

Beautiful Venue:

I fell in love with the Don Room when I saw a video at the Bridal Bazaar. I knew this is where I wanted to get married and my dream came true. Kathi & Jessica were helpful. If you’re looking for a classy & beautiful venue, Don Room at the El Cortez is...

Loved everything:

We loved everything about the El Cortez for our wedding – there was an outside terrace for the ceremony and an inside room for the reception. Everyone was incredibly friendly and helpful and so accommodating to what we wanted to do. We found the cost to be...

What’s not to love?:

What’s not to love?! The Don Room was so incredibly beautiful! We fell in love with it the moment we walked in. Kathi helped us with the different options, days, times, prices etc. She was very nice and always quick to return my calls and emails with any...