Sangiovese in the Heart of Tuscany Join us for a side-by-side tasting of 8 stellar wines of Tuscany to Piedmont, comparing the age, style, and varietal alongside a multi-course Tuscan inspired dinner. Epicurean Santa Barbara is exploring the regions of Northern Italy with a selection of 8 wines curated by our own longtime member Henry Chaney. […]
ESB Cookbook Test Kitchen: Ad Hoc At Home by Thomas Keller Ever fall in love with a new cookbook, wishing you could cook several of its recipes at once? Well now's your chance! In our Cookbook Test Kitchen, we'll feature a cookbook, prepare several of its recipes in small groups, and end with a family style […]
¡Vino de España! Spanish Wine Dinner Time to immerse yourself in the world of Spanish Wine and Food! Spanish Wine Importer Mike Miller will lead guests through Spain's notable wine regions such as Ribero Del Duero, Rioja, Penedas and Cava. Alongside these Spanish wines guests will enjoy a dinner comprised of classic and modern takes […]
Wine, Dinner + Demo: Booker Vineyards + Snake River Farms Wagyu Chef Amy recently was recently featured in a virtual wine tasting with Booker Vineyards and Snake River Farms. Join us for an in-person repeat of this stellar event, which includes and Booker and My Favorite Neighbor Tasting, Culinary Demonstration, and Seated dinner! Taste through […]
Sous Vide Demonstration Intrigued by Sous Vide cooking? Wondering if you should invest in another kitchen tool? Here is your opportunity to quell your curiosity! In this demonstration style event and dinner, Chef Amy will showcase the modern chef's favorite gadget through preparations of vegetables, seafood, and red meat; demonstrating the process from beginning to […]
Wood-Fired Oven Dinner Experience a wood-fired oven dinner- up close and personal! EpicureanSB's Chef Amy Baer and FireBrick's Arturo Ruiz are joining forces to offer guests a unique dinner with with a focus on wood-fired cooking! At this in an outdoor 'culinary theatre' set-up, the ovens are front and center. You'll observe everything from whole […]
¡Vino de d'Italia! Italian Wine Dinner Time to immerse yourself in the world of Italian Wine and Food! After a memorable evening of Spanish Wines, Wine Importer Mike Miller is returning to Santa Barbara to take guests on a journey through Italy's notable wine regions. This will be another night to remember! Starting with classic […]
Let's enlighten our palates with a Blind Wine Tasting! Perfect for beginners, novices, and educated wine enthusiasts alike, this seated tasting will highlight Rhone Varietals from different regions around the world. Led by member, advisor and wine lover Jeremy Allen, Members will gather, taste three single varietals (alongside wine friendly bites); learn the differences between […]
ESB's Taste of Japan Amy and Keith recently traveled through Japan for two weeks. They tasted everything from the freshest Blue Fin Tuna directly from Tokyo's Toyosu Fish Market, to Japanese Udon in a hidden Osakan Alley, to a multi-course Kaiseki at the 3-Michelin Star Ryugin in Tokyo's Ginza District, to Rare Japanese Whiskey and […]
Sockeye Salmon Demonstration with Chef PA Tremblay Salmon is a seafood favorite favorite! But while many of us default to Scottish, King, or Steelhead (Trout); a lesser known variety is Sockeye Salmon, known for its clean flavor, lean protein, unique reddish color and sustainable fishing practices within the industry. Intrigued? Join us and learn from […]
Day Trippers Wine Tasting and Lunch in Los Olivos Join us for a day of group wine tastings and lunch in Los Olivos! The Epicurean team has curated a special day for club members and a great half day getaway into Wine Country. The day will start at 11:00am @ Dragonette, where the tasting room […]
Tastes and Tales of Morocco with Chef Robin Goldstein Chef Robin Goldstein is preparing a meal inspired by her travels! Join us for a plated multi-course Moroccan dinner while Chef Robin shares her stories, cooking techniques, and dishes full of spices and signature Moroccan flavors, all inspired by her time abroad. Moroccan cuisine is unique in many […]
"ESB Dinner Party" Founders Amy Baer and Keith Robinson are launching a new series of dinners, we fondly call “ESB Dinner Party”. Chef Amy will prepare some of her favorite dishes, a mix of shared and individually plated courses that change for each dinner party event. As always with Amy’s cuisine, we’ll start the evening […]
Roll with Me, Sushi! With Chefs PA Tremblay and Amy Baer Chef Amy Baer and Chef PA Tremblay share a love of food education, Japanese Cuisine, 90’s Rock, Stinky French Cheese, and so much more; so it only seems fitting that they join forces and fervor to offer ESB Members a fun filled day of […]
Whiskies of America & The Foods to Boot "Too much of anything is bad, but too much good whiskey is barely enough" – Mark Twain Wise words from a wise man… whisky is one of the most popular alcohols in the world. And In the wide world of American whisky, there are many classifications, styles […]
Hands-on Ricotta Gnocchi Class Learn to make the lesser known (but no less delicious) pillowy and supple Ricotta Gnocchi! At this part hands-on, part demonstration class, students will be guided through the entire gnocchi process, from making the dough, to rolling, boiling and tossing, (and eating) these delicious morsels. The class will be led by […]
Cooking For Real Life: Class #1 For many individuals, cooking is enjoyable, but can also be challenging. Sometimes you don’t have patience for time-consuming, finicky recipes, don’t have the time to plan out meals in advance, or are timid to try new recipes or techniques…But as Epicureans, we have standards, and still require something satisfying […]
Cooking For Real Life: Class #2 At the 2nd Session of Cooking for Real Life, we’ll explore the delicious world of Pastas and Sauces. With simple techniques of pasta cookery, and easy formulas for delicious sauces, you’ll make ‘Pasta Night’ will become on the favorite evening of the week! In small groups we’ll create the […]
Italian Demonstration, Dinner & Opera with Chef Lucrezia Cannito from Florence, Italy! Awaken your senses! Join us for a fun-filled evening with Chef Lucrezia Cannito, who is traveling all the way from Florence, Italy to share her passion for authentic Italian cooking with members of Epicurean Santa Barbara! Lucrezia, the dynamic force behind Opera in […]
Cooking For Real Life: Class #3 Spring Fling: Roast Chicken & Fresh Flavors of the Season In the final session of our cooking series, we’re welcoming the vibrant flavors of Spring with a selection of Chef Amy’s favorite seasonal recipes. Think tender spring peas, favas, fresh aromatic herbs,crispy roast chicken, caramelized root vegetables, and of […]