BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Epicurean Santa Barbara - ECPv6.15.13//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Epicurean Santa Barbara X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://epicureansb.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Epicurean Santa Barbara REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220521T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220521T113000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20220304T153238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T143133Z UID:10000216-1653132600-1653132600@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Bodega De Edgar E2 Vertical Tasting & BYOLunch DESCRIPTION:Bodega De Edgar E2 Vertical Tasting\nIn 2018 ESB welcomed its first Paso Robles Winemaker to Santa Barbara…That gentleman was Edgar Torres of Bodega de Edgar\, a winemaker whose passion for Spanish winemaking\, family and his Hispanic heritage are prominent in his wines. And now\, four and a half years later\, ESB is hosting a Vertical tasting of one of his highly regarded wines\, the E2 “squared”\, alongside additional Syrahs from the region. \nThe E2 is a 50/50 blend of Syrah and Grenache\, which was the ESB club favorite wine at our 2018 winemaker evening. How has it changed? How has Edgar’s wine making style evolved? Now is the time to find out! We’ll taste through an E2 lineup as well as compare to current release S & G blends by BdE and others. \nAnd now for something completely different…\nThis experience is BYOL! That’s right: Bring Your Own Lunch! \nPack up for your favorite summertime lunch\, or stop by your favorite restaurant or sandwich shop\, grab your food to go\, and bring it to the tasting. As a group well enjoy the line-up with our own chosen “pairing”. ESB will provide plates\, silverware\, napkins\, and of course additional snacks and a tasty dessert. \nWines\nThe vertical line up will include the following vintages of E Squared\n2008\, 2009\, 2013\, 2015\, 2017\, 2018\nBodega de Edgar is a boutique winery that produces only about 2\,500 cases per year. Their focus is on sourcing the highest quality fruit to produce the best wines\, while still maintaining an affordable price point. URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/bodega-de-edgar-e2-vertical-tasting/ LOCATION:Private Residence\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93110\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Lunch,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/bodega-de-edgar.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4208305;-119.6981901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220619T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220619T190000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20220511T141409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220603T170838Z UID:10000081-1655656200-1655665200@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Bistro Musicale June 2022 DESCRIPTION:Join us for Bistro Musicale! An evening that blends chef-crafted food and wine with exquisite musical performances from world class music artists. This is an intimate multi-sensorial experience\, and opportunity to experience… \n…the two most del ectable art forms in complete harmony: Food & Music!\nInternational Concert Pianist and La Piazza Founder\, Jacopo Giacopuzzi will be joined by his sister\, International Concert Pianist Maddalena Giacopuzzi\, for another unforgettable evening of solo and duet piano performances. Chef Amy Baer Robinson will once again be preparing Italian-Californian dishes to enjoy in between performances\, and the wine will be flowing… \nMenu & Program\n \nThe Artists…\nJACOPO GIACOPUZZI \nAs a soloist and chamber musician\, Jacopo has performed recitals at major festivals and venues throughout the United States and Europe. Jacopo is a winner of 14 international competitions including the International Piano Competition San Dona`di Piave\, Ibiza International Piano Competition\, International Liszt Competition in Los Angeles\, and the Beverly Hills National Auditions. He has performed under the direction of world renowned conductors such as Dian Tchobanov\, Robert Wills\, and others. He has been invited to serve on competition juries and to give presentations\, masterclasses and concerts throughout the the world. \nMADDALENA GIACOPUZZI \n \nMaddalena Giacopuzzi has distinguished herself in the musical overview by winning the First Prize in several National and International Competitions and has performed at major festival and venues around the world. She began studying piano at the age of 5 years with Prof. Laura Palmieri and in April 2014 Maddalena graduated with the Master Degree with full marks\, laude and a mention of honour at the Conservatorio “C. Monteverdi” in Bolzano. In 2017 she completed the Artist Diploma at the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia in Roma\, with M° Benedetto Lupo\, receiving a scolarship offered by the Association Settimane al Teatro Olimpico. She was also named Fellow of the prestigious 2017 Music Academy Of The West in Santa Barbara\, California\, having the opportunity to perform\, work\, and collaborate with Guest Artists like Jeremy Denk\, Jerome Lowenthal\, Conor Hanick\, Robert Mc Donald\, and Stephen Hough. She is currently on the Piano faculty of the Conservatorio “G. Paisiello” in Taranto\, Italy. \nThe Chef…\nAMY  BAER  ROBINSON  \nAmy’s culinary style features classic flavors and techniques of Italy\, France and the Mediterranean\, as well as regional American cuisine. She loves the traditions of the the old world\, and thrives on implementing contemporary techniques and creating full flavors and unique dishes that delight and enlighten her guests.  During her time in LA she was given the incredible opportunity to work with Wolfgang Puck and his culinary team for the 92nd Governor’s Ball and Oscars Red Carpet. She also was given the opportunity to stage at the renowned restaurant Felix\, where she was offered a full time position. During her time in LA\, she also spent time at Scratch Kitchen’s Leviathan\, and interned with Chef Justin Werner at Porch and Swing in Irvine\, who’s resume includes Noma while it held the title of “Best Restaurant In The World”\, Craft for Tom Colicchio\, Thomas Keller’s Per Se. Chef Amy is the Creative director for Epicurean Santa Barbara\, and provides dinners and chef services for many of the club’s events. \nThe Winemaker…\nPAOLO BARBIERI OF BARBIERI/KEMPE WINES \n \nBarbieri Wine Company was founded in 2005 by Master Sommelier Paolo Barbieri. Originally from Rome\, Paolo left Italy at age 22\, and after working in the restaurant industry\, later transitioned to sommelier – where he spent over thirty years managing numerous world class wine lists\, became a Master Sommelier\, and was exposed to the best wines in the world. \nPaolo’s exposure to the world’s wine inspired him to start making small (experimental) lots from Santa Barbara County in his garage in Las Vegas\, Nevada in 2003. The small wine press used in his initial batches can still be found in his tasting room today.  Paolo always loved the central coast for its wines\, and soon began crafting them in Buellton\, CA\, while commuting back to Las Vegas. In 2014\, Paolo and Erin decided “roll the dice” and go “all in” to pursue wine making full-time\, and left Las Vegas to open their tasting room in Los Olivos. Today\, Barbieri & Kempe wines have expanded to offer unique white and rose’ options as well as different varietals and blends. \nPaolo launched the Barbieri label in 2005.  He wanted his label to focus on Rhone Varietals\, so he began producing small lots of Syrah from Colson Canyon Vineyard in the Santa Maria Valley near Los Padres Nation Forest. In the following years\, Paolo added two new Syrah’s from Reeves Ranch and Three Creek Vineyard\, known today as Crown Point near the town of Los Olivos. Over the next 10 years\, Paolo and his wife Erin began expanding the brand by adding new Rhone varietals and red blends.  URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/bistro-musicale-june-2022/ LOCATION:Riviera Private Residence\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,La Piazza,Music,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Bistro_GlassnBlowfont.png ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4208305;-119.6981901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220625T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220625T193000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20220511T134624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220603T174702Z UID:10000223-1656174600-1656185400@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Barrels & BBQ with Chef Justin West DESCRIPTION:Barrels & BBQ with Chef Justin West\nChef Justin West is back for a special treat! It’s BBQ time in Santa Barbara\, and this time we’ll be firing it up west coast style with influences from the South\, Midwest\, Oregon and California! Mark your calendar for a delicious summer feast! We’ll have BBQ staples like Smoked Brisket Ribs\, Chicken\, and Chicken and of course all the fixings\, such as cornbread with honey butter\, fresh\, bright and creamy slaw\, salads\, and more! \nAnd the beverages…Well it’s called Barrels and BBQ for a reason! ESB will pull a line-up of delicious BBQ friendly wines and beverages to enjoy alongside the BBQ feast! \nESB’s Amy Baer Robinson will be collaborating with Chef Justin West on the menu and sides. \nJoin us for the ultimate summer BBQ!\nMENU\nBeef Brisket\nSpare Ribs & Baby Back Ribs\nSmoked Chicken Thighs\nChef Justin’s BBQ Sauces!\nSides\nCornbread with Honey Butter\nGerman Dilly Potato Salad\nBlueberry and Feta Israeli Couscous\nSlaw with Cabbage\, Red Onion\, Shaved Fennel\nSweet And Salty Tahini Crunch Kale\nBlack Bean\, Corn and Red Pepper Salad\nGrilled Garlic-y Zucchini\nPassed Desserts\nChef Justin West is best known as the Chef/Owner of Julienne\, a French-Californian inspired restaurant he opened and operated from 2008-2016\, which was beloved among many ESB Members. Julienne is also where Chef PA Tremblay chopped the block! Chef Justin was also the Chef/Owner of Wildwood Kitchen and Soul Cal Smokehouse. Not only did Chef Justin receive wide acclaim locally\, but he was recognized nationally by the James Beard Foundation when Julienne claimed first place in the James Beard Foundation’s “Taste America Local Dish Challenge”\, for his Bouillabaisse; and was even paid a visit (and ‘words of praise’) by Anthony Bourdain\, when he visited Santa Barbara in 2009. URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/barrels-bbq-with-chef-justin-west/ LOCATION:Private Residence\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93110\, United States CATEGORIES:BBQ,Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/file.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4208305;-119.6981901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220724T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220724T210000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20220522T154040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220709T155051Z UID:10000083-1658685600-1658696400@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Pair With Chef Rachel Wine Dinner! DESCRIPTION:Pair With Chef Rachel Wine Dinner!\nChef Rachel Ponce specializes in creating exquisite dinners where the wine list is the source of inspiration for the dishes! \nIn this exciting 6-Course\, 6 bottle dinner\, experience wine pairings through Chef Rachel’s unique and provocative perspective… \nRather than featuring similar flavors or aromas found in the wine; which can detract from the wine and change its flavor profile\, she chooses to feature contrasting flavors to complement and elevate the beverage\, which causes the palate to crave another bite\, followed by another sip…following by another…well you get the idea. For chef\, Wine is a component that completes the flavor wheel making a dish whole! \nThis perspective results in\, say\, a Paso Robles Graciano paired with Wagyu Ribeye with Royal Sturgeon Caviar\, Squid Ink Breadcrumbs\, and Caramelized Onion; or perhaps a Roussane & Grenache Blanc Blend paired with Coconut Polenta\, Asparagus\, Pea Shoots\, and Guanciale. \n…Isn’t this the way we all want to experience our food and wine pairings? \nFor that reason\, ESB has presented Chef Rachel with fabulous highly regarded wines from around the world showcasing a variety of fruit\, climates and terroir from Italy\, France and California! \nJoin us for a unique approach to a wine dinner; unlike any ESB has hosted before! \nMenu\nSorelle Bronca Extra Dry Prosecco \nPair With Beef Carpaccio\nsalt cured egg yolk\, smoked caesar dressing\, local greens \n2019 Demougeot\, Pommard Rouge\, 1er Cru Charmots\, Coeur des Dames (Pinot Noir)\nPair With Duck Confit\nduchess Potato\, aged manchego\, garlic\, balsamic\n2016 Booker Vertigo (GSM)\nPair With Mushroom Napoleon \nguanciale\, grilled corn\, creamed corn\, parmigiana reggiano crisps\n2020 Lewis Cellars Napa Valley Reserve Chardonnay\nPair With Melon\ncompressed melon\, lemon coulis\, chilled mint and melon soup\, creme fraiche\n2020 Berteru Cannonau di Sardegna\nPair With Raviolo Escargot\nsquid ink\, ricotta\, brown butter\, escargot caviar\n2012 Clendenen Family Vineyards Late Harvest Viognier \nPair With Dessert \nthyme and blood orange cake\, miso brittle\, mascarpone yogurt mousse\nChef Rachel is Edible Magazine San Luis Obispo’s resident chef and recipe developer\, and head of the popular Edible Test Kitchen. Rachel is also the chef and owner of Pair With\, in Paso Robles\, as well as a private chef that collaborates with local wineries\, farms\, and local establishments for dinners and pairing classes. URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/pair-with-chef-rachel-wine-dinner/ LOCATION:Private Residence\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93110\, United States CATEGORIES:Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Rectangular2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4208305;-119.6981901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220826T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220826T203000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20220706T193210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220723T145620Z UID:10000084-1661536800-1661545800@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Sangiovese in the Heart of Tuscany DESCRIPTION:Sangiovese in the Heart of Tuscany\nJoin 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. \nIn 3 separate flights experience how Italy’s most popular red wine grape evolves in bottles sourced from two of its best known wine areas: Chianti Classico and Brunello di Montalcino. \nThe first flight will feature the young\, currently available vintages of 2015-2018; followed by flight two of similar wines from 2006-2007. In each of these there will be a Chianti Classico\, a Tuscan IGT and a Brunello from regions such as Fattoria di Felsina\, Marchesi Antinori\, Agricola Querciabella\, Talenti\, and Ciacci Piccolomina will be poured. \nThe final flight deviates from the all-Sangiovese theme by including the Nebbiolo grape from Barolo. Experience how two vintages from 1999-2001 enter their mature years.  Here we will compare a Brunello: 2001 Castelgiocondo Riserva with a Barolo 1999: Aldo Conterno Granbussia. \nThe dinner will he helmed by Chef Amy Baer Robinson\, with each flight accompanied by a course of delicious Italian cuisine. \n More information to come! URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/stellar-wines-of-northern-italy/ LOCATION:Private Residence\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93110\, United States CATEGORIES:Dinner,Education,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/italian-wine-labeling.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4208305;-119.6981901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221022T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221022T203000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20220715T173056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T033739Z UID:10000087-1666461600-1666470600@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:¡Vino de España! DESCRIPTION:¡Vino de España!\nSpanish Wine Dinner\nTime 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 on Spanish tapas\, as well as dishes featuring quintessential Spanish ingredients. From Croquettes to Manchego to Iberico Pork\, let ESB take you on a Spanish food and wine adventure (without leaving town!). \nStarting with a refreshing NV Brut Cava from Penedes\, and ending with an NV East India Solera Sherry\, this experience will cover 8 Wines spanning the most renown regions of Spain! Many of these wines have received 90+ from and James Suckling and Wine Advocate. Guests will have the opportunity to purchase wines at the end of the night. \nMike Miller is an importer and broker of premium limited-production. His company\, Golden State Wines\, selects wines that meet strict criteria for quality and value. Since inception\, Golden State’s portfolio has grown to exclusively represent over 100 premium brands from 10 different countries. URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/vino-de-espana/ LOCATION:Private Residence Montecito\, Montecito\, CA\, 93108\, United States CATEGORIES:Dinner,Education,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/fbe0cb468ebf47784fd8b26af4021e7e_XL.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4366626;-119.6320753 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221104T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221104T190000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20221007T161726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T165441Z UID:10000224-1667581200-1667588400@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:ESB 5 year Anniversary Social Hour DESCRIPTION:ESB 5 yr Anniversary Social Hour \nJoin us for a casual holiday 5 year Anniversary Social Hour with members and guests! Connect with members old and new over appetizers\, wine\, beverages and celebrate Santa Barbara’s unique food and beverage social club! It is because of our members that we have thrived through fires\, shutdowns\, pandemics and have continued to foster friendships through fun\, educational\, and always delicious food & wine events! Wish to stay for dinner? Following the social hour is Chef Amy’s Seasonal Supper! \nHere’s a few photos from our last 5 years!   URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/esb-5-year-anniversary-social-hour/ LOCATION:Private Residence\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93110\, United States CATEGORIES:Appetizers,Beer,Celebration,Cocktails,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/5-Yrs-ESB-Horizontal.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4208305;-119.6981901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221203T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221203T180000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20221007T174630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T174042Z UID:10000226-1670083200-1670090400@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Winemaker Evening: Mark Adams of Ledge DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening with Mark Adams of Ledge Vineyards\nMark makes exceptional and approachable Rhone wines while farming his own home vineyard on the west side of Paso. Musician turned winemaker\, he is taking critics and consumers by storm\, quickly blazing a trail to stardom. Beginning as Saxum’s first-ever employee\, he has become a rockstar winemaker and winegrower in his own right garnering the respect of the most respected Rhone varietal critics in the entire world. As Jeb Dunnuck puts it- “An upcoming estate I’ve been raving about for a few years now.” -recently receiving 98 & 99 points from Jeb! \nESB is super grateful and excited to share with you a special evening of delicious chef crafted appetizers and Ledge wines with the man himself! Meet Mark\, taste his fabulous wines and learn about his journey into winemaking. Come for the wine\, stay for the winemaker\, leave with a bottle\, two\, or a case! \nFeatured Wines\n2019 LEDGE MCA Cuvée  \n70% Syrah\, 25% Grenache\, 5% Roussane \nJeb Dunnuck 95 pts \n2020 LEDGE James Berry Vineyard \n 65% Grenache\, 29% Syrah\, 6% Roussane \nJeb Dunnuck 93 pts \n2019 LEDGE Adams Ranch Vineyard \n62% Syrah\, 34% Grenache\, 4% Roussane \nJeb Dunnuck 97 pts \n2020 LEDGE Bien Nacido Vineyard \n100% Syrah \n Jeb Dunnuck 98 pts \n2019 LEDGE Bien Nacido Vineyard \n100% Syrah \n Jeb Dunnuck 99 pts \nPassed Dishes\nSmoked Mushroom Risotto \nChanterelle\, Lobster Mushrooms\, Phyllo Cup \nSkirt Steak and Grilled Onion Flatbread \nMediterranean Salsa Verde\, Ricotta Salata\, Cilantro \nCarrot Tartare \nDashi Aioli\, Apricot mustard\, Fine Herbs \nButternut Squash Crostini \nWhipped Goat Cheese\, Crispy Sage \nMark is a musician and film editor turned wino who discovered his love for wine when traveling the world as a musician and film editor. Several trips to the Cannes Film Festival led to his obsession with Rhone varietals. He was raised on a ranch in West Templeton in the Paso Robles Willow Creek District AVA. He and his family raised livestock and grew rotating crops on the 40 acre property which his parents purchased in the 70s. The family grew up with many pioneering grape farmers in the area\, including the Dusi and Smith families. Terry and Pebble Smith planted the James Berry Vineyard with their son Justin in the 80s. Adams became childhood friends with Justin and they remained close throughout their college years. When Smith was finishing up at Cal Poly\, Mark Adams was starting at Chico State. They stayed in touch and Smith exposed Adams to the earliest incarnations of homemade JBV red wines. As James Berry Vineyard grapes became more famous\, Adams was hip to their growth\, from the earliest Wild Horse JBV wines to Smith’s development as a vigneron. These experiences were the beginning of a life-long love affair with Rhône varietals and the Paso Robles wine growing region. \nAs a musician and cinema student in college\, Adams went on to write original music and edit sound for film and television\, ultimately landing at Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City\, California. He toured with several music groups and was consistently in restaurants and bars\, further exposing him to the world of wine. The film industry took him to the south of France\, where he was exposed to the wonderful wines of the Rhône on repeated visits to the Cannes Film Festival. Musical tours of Europe enlightened Adams to the fact that many Europeans made small batches of wine for personal consumption in their homes. Through all of this\, his heart was never far from Templeton\, and a seed was planted to grow wine grapes on the family property. He visited home regularly hoping to find an opportunity to return and farm the property again. That opportunity began to present itself in the early 2000’s when Saxum was taking flight. Adams was the first employee for Justin Smith at Saxum and soon after\, planted 4 acres of his own rooted Estrella Clone Syrah on the Adams Ranch. These vines were all propagated from cuttings off the Bone Rock terraces at James Berry Vineyard. \n “Come for the wine\, stay for the winemaker\, leave with a bottle!”\nThe Winemaker evening takes place in a very special and unique Santa Barbara home with a view like no other. This modern home\, with its large arched glass walls\, features an unusual panoramic northern view looking across the bay; from Ventura in the east\, along the mountains past the 154 San Marcos pass\, to Gaviota in the west. Truly a sight! URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/winemaker-evening-mark-adams-of-ledge/ LOCATION:La Coronilla Private Residence\, La Coronilla Drive\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93109\, United States CATEGORIES:Appetizers,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/ledge-ledge-syrah-adams-ranch-vineyard_1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.406543;-119.7137061 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=La Coronilla Private Residence La Coronilla Drive Santa Barbara CA 93109 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=La Coronilla Drive:geo:-119.7137061,34.406543 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221204T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221204T210000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20221007T180237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T174206Z UID:10000231-1670176800-1670187600@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Chef's Table with Justin Werner: A Night of Luxurious Bites DESCRIPTION:Chef’s Table with Justin Werner: \nA Night of Luxurious Bites \nCast off your worldly cares and celebrate the earth’s abundant delicacies through a dinner unlike no other\, featuring Chef Justin Werner of Trust in Santa Ana\, CA. \nA this intimate 10-person chef’s kitchen table dinner\, Chef Justin will feature luxury ingredients such as lobster\, foie gras\, Kobe A5\, truffles\, white asparagus\, Blue Fin Tuna\, and decadent chocolate\, and also the inspiration and craft from his accomplished pedigree. And if you’ve attended any of his dinners before\, you know that Chef Justin’s charisma\, humor\, and clever culinary insight results in both an incredible dining experience\, and an entertaining one on all levels.  \nThe dinner will comprise of dishes imagined by Chef Justin from years of working in the best kitchens in the world. From his role as Sous Chef to Tom Colicchio for half a decade in NYC\, to his position at Thomas Keller’s Per Se\, an extended Internship at Noma\, and to maintaining two Michelin stars as a Sous Chef for Paul Liebrandt at Corton\, you’ll experience Michelin level cuisine with the presence of the chef at all times\, and execution and plating in full view. \nGuests will experience dishes and flavor combinations as unique as the ingredients themselves. You might be the only person to ever taste Santa Barbara Uni alongside Iberico Bellota at the same moment\, or components originally crafted by Thomas Keller and Joel Roubechon\, finished with a twist from Chef Justin’s own ingenuity. \nFour wine pairings will be provided for for the first several courses of the dinner.  For the main course\, we encourage guests to bring a bottle of their choice. Now is the time to pull out something special for this one-of-a-kind dinner!  \nLimited to 10 guests\, tickets are non-refundable. \nPrice is inclusive of food\, beverage\, tax and gratuity.   \nSo join us! And embrace a culinary soirée as we drop the curtain between front and back of house\, and offer our most magnificent dinner yet. Worldly (and seemingly heavenly) delights shall intertwine in decadent dishes; one after the other… \nOriginally from New York Justin cut his teeth in some of Manhattan’s top tier restaurants. He spent half a decade working at Craftfor Tom Colicchio where he gained a passion for quality produce and forging relationships with farmers. This lead him to spend a few years at Thomas Keller’s Per Se before moving on to Corton\, where he maintained two Michelin stars as a Sous Chef for Paul Liebrandt. After winning the hit TV show Chopped\, he used his winnings to invest in himself and left for Copenhagen. It was here that he interned at Noma while it held the title of “Best Restaurant In The World”. Upon returning to the US\, Justin made a cross country move to Orange County. After serving as chef at Playground DTSA\, (the only OC restaurant to make Jonathan Gold’s Top 101 Restaurants in Los Angeles list in 2017!)\, he eventually moved on to the executive chef position at Porch and Swing. A lover of travel\, Justin draws inspiration from his time spent around the world to create a very special dining experience for his guests. Justin Werner is now the Executive Chef of Trust in Santa Anna. Much like ESB’s Trust dinners\, the restaurant is an 18-seat culinary theater featuring an omakase-style tasting menu with beverage pairings with varying themes and menus based on Chef Justin’s culinary inspirations. URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/chefs-table-with-justin-werner-a-night-of-luxurious-bites/ LOCATION:SBMS Kitchen\, 1321 Alameda Padre Serra\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93103\, United States CATEGORIES:Chef's Table,Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/TastteofLuxury_Horizontal.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4208305;-119.6981901 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=SBMS Kitchen 1321 Alameda Padre Serra Santa Barbara CA 93103 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1321 Alameda Padre Serra:geo:-119.6981901,34.4208305 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230214T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230214T210000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20221209T171451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T165039Z UID:10000229-1676397600-1676408400@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Be My ESB Valentine! DESCRIPTION:Be My ESB Valentine!\nCelebrate Valentine’s Day the Epicurean SB way…with the foods that celebrate “l’amour”. Starting with passed bites from Oysters to Strawberries to Foie Gras\, and ending with a buffet of delicious Valentine’s Day inspired food to enjoy with friends & significant others…Oh\, and there will be champagne…LOTS of champagne! \nStart the evening off with a tasting of boutique Champagnes\, sparkling wines\, and elegant passed hors d’oeuvres. The wines are hand-selected by ESB founders from highly rated purveyors from the Champagne region. Each have distinguishing flavors and mouthfeel based on their grape varietals and winemaking styles\, yet are all elegant and approachable. With these sparkling wines will be luxurious bites; passed canapés inspired by romantic love and the love of fine fare. \nFollowing the passed appetizers will be a buffet dinner. Pour a glass of your favorite sparkling wine\, and enjoy a meal with friends and significant others. What better way to spend Valentine’s Day but through a social\, educational\, and indulgent evening. \n \nMENU\nHors d’oeuvres\nFoie Gras Torchon\nwith Pear Jelly on Buttered Brioche\nBeet Tartare\nFine Herbs\, Creme Fraiche on Filo\nPacific Gold Oysters \nYuzu Kosho Granita\nCrispy Halloumi\nwith Glazed Strawberries\nSun Dried Tomato & thyme Biscuits\n\nDinner\nBalsamic and Dijon Marinated Hanger Steak\nPotato Pave\nwith Fontina and Parmesan\nGinger and Herb Roasted Shrimp\nHijiki Seaweed Rice\nwith Pea Tendrils\nHerb Roasted Carrots\, Shallots and Brussel Sprouts\nCarrot-Tahini Puree\, Miso-Sesame Crumble\, Oregano Oil\nGem Wedges\nShallot vinaigrette\, Ricotta Salata\, Pecan Crumble\, Wine-soaked Cherries\n\n~Two Of Hearts Dessert~\nRed Velvet Roulade\nwith Raspberry Coulis\nDark Chocolate Roulade\nwith Chocolate Buttercream URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/be-my-esb-valentine/ LOCATION:Private Residence\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93110\, United States CATEGORIES:Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ESB-Valentine-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4208305;-119.6981901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230309T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230309T200000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20230209T161729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230304T002923Z UID:10000233-1678384800-1678392000@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Wine\, Dinner + Demo: Booker Vineyards + Snake River Farms DESCRIPTION:Wine\, Dinner + Demo:\nBooker Vineyards + Snake River Farms Wagyu\nChef 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! \nTaste through a selection of highly rated wines from Eric Jensen\, and start with a cheese pairing curated by Chef Amy Baer Robinson. As you taste cheeses alongside the wines\, learn how the flavors of select cheeses complement and balance the wines\, and vice versa. \nAfter more tasting (and nibbling)\, chef will demonstrate an easy and tasty steak dinner featuring Wagyu Strips from Snake River Farms. Starting with great ingredients\, and little advance prep\, learn to prepare a stunning entree for yourself\, loved ones\, or even a party. \nMenu\nArtisanal Cheese Pairing\nCrackers\, Caramelized Onion Jam\nSeared Snake River Farms NY Strip\nCrispy Smashed Potatoes and Kale\nEasy Mediterranean Salsa Verde\nPlated Dessert\nWines\nHarvey and Harriet\nMy Favorite Neighbor\nBooker Oublie\nBooker Fracture\nBooker Perl\n  URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/wine-dinner-demo-booker-vineyards-snake-river-farms/ LOCATION:Private Residence\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93110\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Dinner,Education,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Banner2-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4208305;-119.6981901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230319T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230319T133000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20230209T150619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T161757Z UID:10000232-1679225400-1679232600@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:ESB's Bobo Brunch! DESCRIPTION:ESB’s BOBO Brunch!\nWhat is Bobo\, you ask..? Surprisingly\, It has nothing to do with Star Wars.\nInstead\, it is short for “Bourgeois-Bohemian” or “one who espouses bohemian values but appreciates the bourgeois lifestyle”. \n…And that’s where our BOBO Brunch comes in. \nChef Amy and her team invite guests to indulge in an extra special brunch experience. We’ll start with timeless brunch favorites\, and amp them up with the finer things in life. Think of Eggs Benedicts…with Lobster\, Chilaquiles…with Wagyu\, and Wood-fired Pizza…with Sous Vide Eggs & Caviar. \nDon’t be fooled by the fancy ingredients. We mean for this be a fun\, delightful experience that just so happens to channel the BOBO mentality of appreciating both the the finer things in the life\, as well as the delicious and soul-satisfying; always alongside fellow BOBOs who are simply enjoying life. \n….And what is a brunch without Brunch cocktails?! In true bohemian fashion we’ll have beverages inspired by this BOBO bash\, from coffee to mimosas to espresso martinis. \nSpring is just around the corner! The warm\, inviting rays from the sun beckon us outside\, and summon memories of bunching Al Fresco with hats\, sunglasses\, delicious food and refreshing beverages. Join us…An be a BOBO for a day. \nMenu To Come!\n     URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/esbs-bobo-brunch/ LOCATION:Private Residence\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93110\, United States CATEGORIES:Brunch,Cocktails,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/BrunchBanner3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4208305;-119.6981901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230413T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230413T193000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20230224T203526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T174525Z UID:10000091-1681407000-1681414200@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:ESB April Happy Hour DESCRIPTION:ESB April Happy Hour\nJoin the Epicurean team\, fellow members and guests for a spring time Happy Hour at an awesome gallery downtown! \nAlthough ESB centers itself around culinary experiences\, we are first and foremost a social club\, so come and meet fellow members and member guests while enjoying wine\, food and good conversation! All members and non-members are welcome to register. We look forward to seeing you all! \nBring your event ideas and share them with the team! We are eager to know what you look forward to experiencing as an Epicurean! \nMeet\, eat\, drink and mingle! \nOpen House May 2018 URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/esb-april-happy-hour/ LOCATION:Tamsen Gallery\, 911 1/2 State Street\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States CATEGORIES:Appetizers,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/kelsey-knight-udj2tD3WKsY-unsplash-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4207586;-119.7011501 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Tamsen Gallery 911 1/2 State Street Santa Barbara CA 93101 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=911 1/2 State Street:geo:-119.7011501,34.4207586 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230429T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230429T173000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20230224T205146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T173534Z UID:10000092-1682782200-1682789400@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Cult Syrahs of The Central Coast DESCRIPTION:“Cult” Syrahs of The Central Coast\nExperience some of the most sought after “Cult” wines in the world right here from our own backyard: 
Sine Qua Non\, The Third Twin\, Next of Kyn\, Fingers Crossed and Andremily. \nNever before have the entire Manfred Krankl Family Wines been tasted side by side along with two special wine labels close to the family in Santa Barbara! At cult status\, these wines are nearly impossible to acquire\, being always sold out\, or only available at sky high prices on the secondary market. Be one of the few people in the world to experience these amazing wines all at one time and place!..an opportunity that thousands of other wine enthusiasts could only dream of having… Join us\, won’t you? \nSine Qua Non (SQN)\, known for its Rhône style blends\, has become an international sensation and one of the most collected California wine labels. Winemaker Manfred Krankl started with a vision and a lot of passion and turned it into an incredible success. Sine Qua Non wine is the only American label to have received 8 perfect scores from critic Robert Parker. Their wines start in the high $100s and go well over $300 a bottle — (if you can get one! You’ll have to join the 1\,475-person waitlist). Not only do they sell out\, but the wines skyrocket in price shortly after release\, some selling for over $1\,000 per bottle! The ultimate cult wines! \nIn addition to SQN\, the Krankls have two other extraordinary wine brands: The Third Twin and Next of Kyn.  \nFingers Crossed is run by Nicolas and Julia Krankl (Nicolas is the son of Sine Qua Non’s Manfred Krankl). They produce rich\, powerful wines that display a beautiful sense of freshness\, elegance and incredible complexity. Although influenced by Manfred’s style\, Fingers Crossed wines have their own unique profile\, (slightly more Old World-style)\, while still delivering serious and classic California fruit. \nAndremily is run by owner and winemaker Jim Binns\, former assistant winemaker at SQN\, who continues to fashion some of the most exciting wines coming out of California today. His scores are out of this world! \nThe tasting experience..!\nWe’ll start with a Fingers Crossed white wine and lite snacks\, then take a seat with 5 Glasses\, 5 Wines- all blind!  The event is limited to 10 guests. ESB co-founder Keith Robinson will moderate the group tasting of 5 Syrah dominant wines. This is an experience to remember for a lifetime. \nFeatured Wines\n 2017 Sine Qua Non\n2019 The Third Twin\n2019 Next of Kyn\n2020 Fingers Crossed (white & red)\n2019 Andremily\n\n \n\n\nWhat makes it a “cult” wine?\nSine Qua Non has sometimes been lumped with other California cult wines such as Screaming Eagle\, Colgin and Harlan Estate by the media\, but Krankl’s winery is the only winery that isn’t located in Napa Valley and doesn’t produce Cabernet Sauvignon. Instead it is from Ventura County\, and the wines are from Rhone varietals. The wines demand Napa-level prices due to the limited production (just 3\,500 cases a year) and the ridiculous scores by the critics.  Manfred Krankl is one of the most revered winemakers in the world\, and the wines he produces are considered to be the finest expression of native Rhône varietals in the new world. In total The Wine Advocate has rated 16 of his wines perfectly\, with Guigal (31) and Chapoutier (34) receiving more. These ultra expensive\, hard to find wines from California just have more customers than they do bottles to go around. SQN wines defy all odds and Manfred changes the names and varietals of the wines\, the bottle shapes\, and artistically expressive labels (which are designed by Krankl)\, every year. \nWho is Manfred Krankl?\n \nOur wines were born of pure passion and a wishful dream – to make something that is so distinctive and so delicious as to make it indispensable to wine lovers the world over. Clearly a rather lofty\, even unrealistic notion\, but one we decided to pursue anyway. And so\, with the 1994 vintage  started\, made a whopping four and a half barrels of Syrah that we called ‘Queen of Spades.’ \nThe dangerous life of Manfred Krankl\, the man behind Sine Qua Non\, the most coveted California wine you’ve never heard of (or\, maybe you have)–turns out to be pretty seductive. In 1994 an Austrian émigré set about purchasing fruit from three leading ‘Rhone Ranger’ California vineyards – Alban\, Stolpman\, and Bien Nacido. Manfred Krankl\, and his wife Elaine\, then set about producing 100 cases of what is now the winery Sine Qua Non’s (SQN as it is often known) maiden vintage –named ‘Queen of Spades’. This predominantly Syrah based wine was the first in a now world renowned and sought after list of individually named\, bottled and labelled cuvees primarily produced from the Syrah or Grenache varietals. The winery has also grown since 1994\, and they now produce wine from grapes grown across four different California vineyards\, with the main property situated in Ventura. Krankl’s eccentric\, unique\, and often brilliant approach to winemaking is one of the fundamental reasons that these wines are amongst the most collectable in the world; comparable to the very top wines produced in the Cote d’Or\, Bordeaux and Napa Valley. \n“That first wine was a much greater hit than we could have ever imagined and it literally changed our life. What started as a hobby\, more or less on a whim\, has become not only our full-time occupation\, but indeed our life. It is now a part of just about everything we do. These first four and a half barrels have grown into four different vineyard sites\, a new winery building and a simply amazing number of loyal wine lovers the world over. In fact\, there are so very many lovely folks interested in our wines that we don’t have enough to go around and instead had to create something as annoying as a waiting list. We are humbled by all the positive feedback we continuously receive\, as well as critics and journalists from all corners of the earth. We take that as our mandate to forever strive to get better\, to never compromise and to stay true to ourselves and by extension to all those who have supported us and believed in us since those first 100+ cases of wine left our cellar…now so many years ago.” \n“Although at heart we are a Rhone (Ranger) house where Syrah and Grenache play top fiddle…supported by Mourvedre\, Roussanne and Viognier\, we have an aversion to labels and dogmas\, or mindless rituals that are sometimes called tradition. And so\, we also grow non-Rhone-origin grapes such as Petit Manseng\, Touriga Nacional\, Graciano and Petite Sirah. Varieties we believe can work well on a Rhone canvas.” – Manfred & Elaine Krankl \nOne of the world’s most creative wineries\, Sine Qua Non is turning out world-class wines of extraordinary complexity and individuality. ~Robert Parker URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/the-cult-syrahs-of-the-central-coast/ LOCATION:Private Residence\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93110\, United States CATEGORIES:Appetizers,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Unicorn-Logo2Black.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4208305;-119.6981901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230609T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230609T203000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20230505T143434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T174426Z UID:10000234-1686333600-1686342600@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Winemaker Evening: Saint K & Ultima Tulie Wines DESCRIPTION:Winemaker(s) Evening:\nChris Kiranbay & Cameron Stoffel\nSaint K & Ultima Tulie Wines \nAt this event we break all boundaries and bring you two incredibly talented and charismatic winemakers who represent the cornerstone of Paso’s winemaking spirit with the best boutique small production wines that overdeliver on value and quality. \nJoin us for an evening with winemakers Chris Kiranbay (Saint K) and Cameron Stoffel (Ultima Tulie)\, as we taste through a combined 7 wines from the newest rebels in the Paso Robles winemaking scene\, accompanied by deliciously paired bites. \nWith the Santa Barbara harbor in view\, exceptional wines and exquisite bites\, this is sure to be a fun wine and food filled evening\, so don’t miss out. \nCome for the wine\, stay for the winemaker\, leave with a bottle\, two\, or a case! \nHeavy appetizers will be served throughout the evening. \n \nFeatured Wines\nSaint K\n2022 Around the Way Rose of Pinot Noir – $28 retail\n80 cases made\, all Santa Barbara County fruit\, aged in stainless steel 5 months  \n2021 Yokai Chardonnay – $50 retail\n120 cases made\, Yellow Foxtrot Vineyard\, Santa Barbara\, aged in 40% new french oak for 12 months \n2021 Yokai Pinot Noir – $50 retail\n170 cases made\, Yellow Foxtrot Vineyard\, Santa Barbara\, aged in 30% new french oak for 21 months\, 30% whole cluster \n  \nUltima Tulie\n2020 Petite Sirah – $58 Retail\n100% Petite Sirah – Paso Robles\, 50% New French Oak\, 4 Barrels Made \n2020 Syrah – $58 Retail\n100% Syrah – Edna Valley\, Used French Oak\, 8% Whole Cluster\, 3 Barrels Made \n2020 Petit Verdot – $65 Retail\nVincent Santa Ynez\, New French Oak\, 1 Barrel Made \n2019 Scarab Blanc de Blancs – Méthode Champenoise – $75 Retail\nChardonnay – York Mountain \n \nMenu\nShrimp Sliders w/ Smoked Paprika Aioli\nSweet Spicy Crispy Cauliflower w/ Shiso Ranch\nDuck Confit w/ Strawberry Gastrique and “Quacklings”\nBrown Butter Caesar Toasts\nMoroccan Lamb Lollipops with Pomegranate Molasses\nGrilled Steak w/ Sun Dried Tomato-shallot butter & Smoked “A1” Date Sauce \nChris Kiranbay is a winemaker for a new generation. By combining the classic styles of Old World wines\, and the artistic\, and often\, hands-off practices of the New World\, Kiranbay has created something beautiful and unique: Saint K Wines. After the harvest ended\, it didn’t take him long to pack up his belongings and follow his passion out west to make wine. Winemaker Chris Kiranbay is originally from Arlington\, VA and has a longstanding history in the wine industry. After 15 years in fine dining and wine brokerage\, a trip to Napa inspired a move across country to California where Chris worked a harvest in Paso Robles back in 2010; as his dream was to work with Rhône Valley varietals. He then began working for Herman Story Wines in 2013\, and subsequently began making some of his own wines; with inspiration from winemakers such as Russell From\, Vailia Esh at Desparada\, and Curt Schalaclin of Sans Liege. \nI’ve never done anything by the book. I grew up on three different continents and my first culinary training came from the best cook I knew… Mom. I bailed on public education and took my talents to prison food service\, where I once almost started a riot by adding curry powder to the pot pie. And after years of tasting\, pairing\, and generally kicking ass in DC-area restaurants\, I bolted. I set off for California to make my own. I pick stellar grapes at the perfect time and let them do their thing. In the end\, it’s about expressing myself\, about having a good time. The same spirit that inspired that dash of curry powder. Innovative? Yeah. Risky? Sure. Fun? Come find out. \n-Chris Kiranbay \nLike others who’ve worked under Russel From\, Cameron Stoffel made his first batch of wine in a storage closet in 2011 at Herman Story Wines. Since then\, he’s been producing micro-lots of high quality wine. No bottle of Ultima Tulie is sold without first touching his hands. Cameron grew up in an Italian influenced family. His great-grandparents emigrated to the US from a small island called Ischia\, and brought their food and wine culture with them. Cameron was about 7 years old when he tasted his first glass! “I was curious about this stuff they drank all the time. My grandfather said\, ‘Let the kid try it.’ So I did.” \nWith a background in graphic communications\, Cameron first explored Viticulture and Oenology in school\, and eventually interned at Herman Story Wines for a harvest; and soon after joined Russel From’s team. From there Russel gave him the opportunity to explore winemaking on his own in the adjacent building; and In 2011\, he established Ultima Tulie\, and made the conscious decision to make wine. \nTo Cameron\, Ultima Tulie represents a place beyond the borders of the known world. It was used during times of early exploration\, when very little was known about the world. The name captures Cameron’s love of exploring and going past any self-imposed limits\, living with purpose\, and getting off the beaten path\, and hopefully finishing a damn good bottle of wine while doing so. His wine IS his Ultima Tulie. \n \n “Come for the wine\, stay for the winemaker\, leave with a bottle!”\nThe Winemaker evening takes place in a very special and unique Santa Barbara home with a view like no other. This modern home\, with its large arched glass walls\, features an unusual panoramic northern view looking across the bay; from Ventura in the east\, along the mountains past the 154 San Marcos pass\, to Gaviota in the west. Truly a sight! URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/winemaker-evening-chris-kiranbay-cameron-stoffel-of-saint-k-ultima-tulie-wines/ LOCATION:La Coronilla Private Residence\, La Coronilla Drive\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93109\, United States CATEGORIES:Appetizers,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Banner050923.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.406543;-119.7137061 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=La Coronilla Private Residence La Coronilla Drive Santa Barbara CA 93109 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=La Coronilla Drive:geo:-119.7137061,34.406543 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230819T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230819T210000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20230519T152622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T152523Z UID:10000237-1692468000-1692478800@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Vino d'Italia! ~ Italian Wine Dinner DESCRIPTION:¡Vino de d’Italia!\nItalian Wine Dinner\nTime to immerse yourself in the world of Italian Wine and Food! \nAfter 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! \nStarting with classic Prosecco\, and journeying to Chianti and Piedmont\, taste through the regions of Tuscany\, all while enjoying Italian-Californian fare and great company. Chef Amy Baer and her team with pair the selection of wines with a combination of individually plated and shared courses. From flatbreads\, to pasta to locally sourced produce and meats\, it’ll sure to be\, as always\, delicious\, fun\, and enlightening evening. \nMike Miller is an importer and broker of premium limited-production. His company\, Golden State Wines\, selects wines that meet strict criteria for quality and value. Since inception\, Golden State’s portfolio has grown to exclusively represent over 100 premium brands from 10 different countries. \nWine list and Menu coming soon…Saluti! URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/vino-ditalia-italian-wine-dinner/ LOCATION:Private Residence Montecito\, Montecito\, CA\, 93108\, United States CATEGORIES:Dinner,Education,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/cork-italy.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4366626;-119.6320753 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230916T200000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20230726T174903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T141552Z UID:10000241-1694885400-1694894400@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Fall for Burgers & Barrels DESCRIPTION:Fall for Burgers & Barrels\nAs summer winds down and fall is upon us\, let’s continue to soak up the California Sun through an evening of two of our favorite things: burgers and wine! \n(Who are we kidding? This is Santa Barbara…We don’t even look at our fall sweaters until November!) \n…But anyway\, back to burgers. \nJoin us a for an al fresco\, fun evening of chef-crafted burgers\, sides and more. Start the afternoon with some passed appetizers and snacks\, and then enjoy specialty burgers crafted by Chef Amy and Chefs Drew Terp & Rene Ortega of R+D Kitchen; featuring locally sourced beef\, and creative fixin’s to appeal to a variety of palettes. We’ll feature fermented grapes from some of the top producers in Paso Robles\, as well as well as other refreshments. This will be a fun\, evening for all\, and a great opportunity to meet other ESB members! \n***(Vegetarians\, we have you covered! Don’t forget to include any dietary restrictions in the “comments” section when registering.)***\nChefs Drew Terp & Rene Ortega of R+D Kitchen have designed a special burger for this event featuring grass fed beef from Motley Crew Ranch!Chef Drew is famous for his incredible burgers\, and this is an exciting opportunity to enjoy one of his mad-hatter creations once again! (Those interested in his current Pop-Ups can check out the R+D Local Kitchen Instagram!) See their featured burger below\, along with the rest of the menu! Only a few spots remain for this Burger-licious event! \nMENU\nPassed Appetizers:\nFried Castelvetrano Olives Filled with Herbed Cheese \nMiniature Sweet Potato + Chorizo Tacos \nPeruvian Ceviche with Leche de Tigre \nAll-Beef Burgers: \nDrive-In Classic Cheeseburger: \nAmerican Cheese\, Burger Sauce\, Toppings of Choice (Tomato\, Red Onion\, Pickles\, Lettuce\, Ketchup\, Mustard) \nR+D’s Philly Cheeseburger:\nShaved Philly\, Caramelized Onions\, Cheese Whiz\, Crispy Onions \nESB’s Bacon Jammin’ Crunch Burger:\nPimento Cheese\, Potato Chip\, Bacon Jam\, Peanut Sauce \nSides:\nGarlic Parmesan Tater Tots \nSummer Grilled Corn\, Avocado\, Lime\, and Black Bean Salad\nMixed Green Salad with Plums and Toasted Almonds \nSummertime Dessert TBD URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/fall-for-burgers-barrels/ LOCATION:Private Residence Montecito\, Montecito\, CA\, 93108\, United States CATEGORIES:Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/loaded-quattro-formaggi-burgers-130442-1-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4366626;-119.6320753 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230929T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230929T190000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20230728T041321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T003905Z UID:10000242-1696008600-1696014000@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Blind Tasting - Rhone Varietals DESCRIPTION:Let’s enlighten our palates with a Blind Wine Tasting!\nPerfect for beginners\, novices\, and educated wine enthusiasts alike\, this seated tasting will highlight Rhone Varietals from different regions around the world. \nLed by member\, advisor and wine lover Jeremy Allen\, Members will gather\, taste three single varietals (alongside wine friendly bites); learn the differences between the grapes\, then proceed to a blind tasting where palates and red wines will be put to the test- A total of 6 wines! \n \nThe theme of this blind tasting is: high quality red Rhone blends vs. pure red Rhone varietals. Can you tell the difference between a 100% Syrah\, Mourvèdre\, or Grenache versus a blend\, such as a GSM? Whether a beginner or advanced super taster\, this blind tasting is a great opportunity to grow your wine knowledge and palate. The education doesn’t stop there…not only are you’re testing your palate\, but you’re putting the wine to the test\, correlating the perceived quality of a blend against that of a single varietal. What do you prefer? Why 100%? Why the blend? How do the varietals affect the overall flavor and aromatics of the blend? \nPRIVATE – MEMBERS ONLY\nNon-members please inquire by email. URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/blind-tasting-rhone-varietals/ LOCATION:TBD\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Appetizers,Education,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/blindwine2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4208305;-119.6981901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231201T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231201T203000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20231013T161603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T152529Z UID:10000245-1701451800-1701462600@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Winemaker Evening: Larry Schaffer of Tercero DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening with Larry Schaffer of Tercero Wines\nJoin us for our final winemaker evening of the year with Larry Schaffer of Tercero Wines! Kick off the Chrismahanukwanzakah season with an evening of fine wines\, delicious passed appetizers\, and great company! \nTercero Wines focusses around a wide range of Rhone varietals\, while flirting with Pinot Noir\, Gewürztraminer\, Cabernet Franc across an impressive list of over 10 different bottles including ! Although our Winemaker Evenings typically feature 4-5 wines; at this event we’ll be featuring 7 bottles from Tercero’s current line-up\, along with additional paired bites to suit! An evening fitting for the holidays\, not to mention Tercero wines are a great value which all of us Epicureans are searching for! \nLarry did not start out in the wine industry\, (like many of the great winemakers in our region); but after taking classes at community colleges with kids who literally could have been his kids\, he received his MS in Viticulture and Enology from UC Davis\, and then moved to the Santa Barbara County wine region in 2005. Starting on the winemaking team at Fess Parker Winery\, he eventually branched off to start and run Tercero wines. Larry is adept not only at winemaking but at explaining the process in a very user-friendly manner. His inclusive and lighthearted approach to tasting wines makes for an entertaining\, fun\, and eye-opening experience! \nFeatured Wines\n2022 Trilogia\n2017 Verbiage Blanc\n2022 Carbonic Mourvedre\n2021 Counoise\n2021 Cabernet Franc\n2021 Pinot Noir\n2015 Grenache\nPassed Dishes\nSpanish Marinated Shrimp w/Herbs & EVOO in Rice Crackers\nCitrus\, Olive + Feta Skewers w/Chimichurri\nBurrata + Pesto Angolotti\nButternut squash + chorizo tacos\, with black bean puree\, cotija & cilantro\nBeef Sliders w/Muenster & Bacon Jam\n\nTercero Wines concentrates on small lot\, hand crafted wines using grapes exclusively from leading Santa Barbara County vineyards and works with grapes from nearly every AVA within the county. Though his main concentration is working with rhone varieties\, Larry remains curious and therefore also works with pinot noir\, gewürztraminer\, cabernet franc\, and a few other fun and interesting grapes. And therein lies the beauty of Santa Barbara County. \n“Come for the wine\, stay for the winemaker\, leave with a bottle!”\nThe Winemaker evening takes place in a very special and unique Santa Barbara home with a view like no other. This modern home\, with its large arched glass walls\, features an unusual panoramic northern view looking across the bay; from Ventura in the east\, along the mountains past the 154 San Marcos pass\, to Gaviota in the west. Truly a sight! URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/winemaker-evening-larry-schaffer-of-tercero/ LOCATION:La Coronilla Private Residence\, La Coronilla Drive\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93109\, United States CATEGORIES:Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/twfeatured.png ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.406543;-119.7137061 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=La Coronilla Private Residence La Coronilla Drive Santa Barbara CA 93109 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=La Coronilla Drive:geo:-119.7137061,34.406543 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T183000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20231215T165625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T160825Z UID:10000249-1707580800-1707589800@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Winemaker Evening: Duncan Harmon of Terre et Sang DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening with Duncan Harmon of Terre et Sang\n \nESB is excited to debut one of Santa Barbara County’s most exciting wineries to come online in recent years! The mother and son duo (Dalita and Duncan Harmon) are ready to carry the torch for SB that Paso has been doing so well for the last 10 years\, by showcasing dynamic and powerful fruit from the best vineyards on the central coast. A testament to the great farming in SB county\, Terre et Sang wines couldn’t be more squarely aimed at the Epicurean palate. Duncan is producing fantastic head turning wines that are already grabbing the attention of wine enthusiasts and critics alike!That said\, this mother-son project is compelling as they had never worked in a vineyard or winery before launching their own wines in 2019. \nDespite being newbies\, those initial wines are attention-grabbing examples of ripe strength and textural suavity…the Terre et Sang model aims to replicate the art-driven style and unctuous substance of cult wines such as Sine Qua Non and Saxum\, and the smattering of initial releases are already coveted by those who’ve signed up for their allocation list. But unlike those other brands\, which don’t offer much opportunity for the general public to get a sip\, the Terre et Sang bottlings are now available for all to taste at the Harmons’ sleekly designed tasting room in Los Olivos\, which opened in February 2023 (Matt Kettmann). \nESB is super grateful and excited to share with you a special evening of delicious chef crafted appetizers and Terre et Sang wines! Meet Duncan\, taste his fabulous wines and learn about his journey into winemaking. Come for the wine\, stay for the winemaker\, leave with a bottle\, two\, or a case! \nFeatured Wines\n2021 White No. 1 \n100% Chardonnay \n2020 Kissing Vipers Grenache  \n95% Grenache\, 5% Syrah (Bienacido X-Block) \nJeb Dunnuck 96 pts \n2020 Leave it to the Birds Grenache \n 80% Grenache\, 20% Syrah (St. Rita Hills) \nJeb Dunnuck 94 pts \n2020 Patriarch Syrah \n100% Syrah (Larner Vineyard) \nJeb Dunnuck 94 pts \n2020 Passenger Syrah \n90% Syrah\, 10% Grenache \n Jeb Dunnuck 96 pts \n2020 Shadow Syrah \n100% Syrah (Bienacido) \nPassed Dishes\nDeliciousness \n \nFounded in 2019 with a singular mission to hand-craft wines that are compelling and delicious expressions of site and origin from the great vineyards of Santa Barbara County. Terre et Sang is a family. We are a mother and son leading a small crew of hardworking individuals bound by the simple desire to make what we love\, together. \n“Each vintage we make a small amount of single-vineyard Syrah & Grenache as well as some unique blends from our collection of storied sites. The winemaking is attentive and detail-oriented but never manipulative. We want the fruit to speak for itself”. \nMother and son duo Dalita and Duncan Harmon knew exactly what they wanted to do when they launched Terre et Sang: make top shelf Grenache and Syrah. They aspired to be involved in the farming of their fruit in a big way. The duo had compiled a dream list of many of the best Rhône growing vineyards in Santa Barbara County. They hoped that some of those growers would share their enthusiasm\, and agree to work with them hand in hand. Their hopes were realized. The roster of fruit sources for Terre et Sang boggles the mind: Kimsey\, Peake Ranch\, Larner\, Bien Nacido\, Thompson\, and Stolpman. Wow. We challenge you to find another fledgling winery with that array of partners (The Wine Write). \nNote all non-member ticket purchases are final. \n “Come for the wine\, stay for the winemaker\, leave with a bottle!” URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/winemaker-evening-duncan-harmon-of-terre-et-sang/ LOCATION:Downtown Santa Barbara\, 1117 State Street\, Santa Barbara\, 93101\, United States CATEGORIES:Appetizers,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/DHTS.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240316T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240316T160000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20240104T120951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240316T003146Z UID:10000251-1710586800-1710604800@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Day Trippers Wine Tasting and Lunch in Los Olivos DESCRIPTION:Day Trippers Wine Tasting and Lunch in Los Olivos\nJoin us for a day of group wine tastings and lunch in Los Olivos! \nThe Epicurean team has curated a special day for club members and a great half day getaway into Wine Country. \nThe day will start at 11:00am @ Dragonette\, where the tasting room manager will lead members through a customized tasting based on their palettes and preferences\, and will pull special bottles just for the group! Dragonette Cellars produces small lots of Pinot Noir\, Sauvignon Blanc and Syrah of interest and distinction. As Jeb Dunnuck says ‘Some of the finest wines coming out of the Central Coast today emerge from Dragonette. The estate can do no wrong as they consistently fashion incredible wines from Bordeaux\, Burgundy and Rhone varieties. If you get a chance\, don’t miss these wines!” ESB will provide wine friendly snacks as well. \nFollowing Dragonette the group will walk to Tensley Wines\, for a private\, seated tasting. Tensley’s well priced\, Syrah driven selections have continually made Wine Spectator’s Top 100 list\, scoring 99 points with Robert Parker\, and won Food and Wine Magazine’s award for the “Top Syrah in America over $20.” \nThe afternoon will end with a group lunch at Nella Kitchen at the Fess Parker Wine Country Inn; known for local\, Italian influenced wine country cuisine (The Pinsas are a must-have!). ESB will also provide some wines to enjoy with lunch. \nGuests are responsible for tasting fees (which are waived with bottle purchases)\, transportation\, and lunch. ESB will provide snacks\, a selection of wines for lunch\, and will cover gratuity at the tastings.\nThe wineries are a beautiful 35 minute drive up the 101. This will be a fun half-day excursion\, but feel free to extend your stay following Lunch! URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/day-trippers-wine-tasting-and-lunch-in-los-olivos/ LOCATION:Los Olivos\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Lunch,Travel,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Vineyards-Santa-Ynez-Valley.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240404T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240404T193000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20240104T123556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T172059Z UID:10000253-1712251800-1712259000@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:ESB Happy Hour April 2024 DESCRIPTION:ESB Happy Hour\n\nJoin Members and Friends at the Santa Barbara Wine Collective for beverages\, snacks and good company. This event will have a no-host bar\, and food will also be available for purchase. Santa Barbara Wine Collective will be offering a variety of local wines by the glass\, (or bottle)\, and canned beer options. In addition\, they are connected to Lucky Penny\, which specializes in Wood-fired Pizzas\, that delivers to the tasting room and can be ordered online. Cheese boards and other snacks are also available on site. Click here for wine Menu! \nAlthough ESB centers itself around culinary experiences\, we are first and foremost a social club\, so come and meet fellow members and member guests while enjoying wine\, food and good conversation! All members and non-members are welcome to register. We look forward to seeing you all! \nBring your event ideas and share them with the team! We are eager to know what you look forward to experiencing as an Epicurean! \nMeet\, eat\, drink and mingle! URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/esb-happy-hour-april-2024/ LOCATION:Santa Barbara Wine Collective\, 131 Anacapa St.\, Ste. C\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101\, United States CATEGORIES:Appetizers,Cocktails,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/hhsmall.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4144445;-119.6906718 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Santa Barbara Wine Collective 131 Anacapa St. Ste. C Santa Barbara CA 93101 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=131 Anacapa St.\, Ste. C:geo:-119.6906718,34.4144445 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240526T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240526T210000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20240419T141317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T145340Z UID:10000259-1716746400-1716757200@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:French Food and Wine Experience DESCRIPTION:French Food and Wine Experience\nJoin ESB founders Keith Robinson and Chef Amy for an exclusive culinary and oenologic journey through France. Limited to a gathering of only 12 guests\, this intimate soirée promises to captivate\, entertain\, and indulge any aspiring Francophile. \nUnder ESB’s curation\, guests will savor a meticulously chosen array of French varietals and blends\, ranging from Chardonnay to Gamay\, Pinot Noir to Gigondas to Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Meanwhile\, Chef Amy will orchestrate a symphony of flavors with a multi–course dinner inspired by the regions from which these grapes originate. Prepare to delight in the richness of French summer cuisine\, infused with a touch of central coast flair. \nThe evening unfolds with a reception of wines with Hors d’oeuvres\, and is followed by a succession of individually plated dishes crafted to complement the showcased wines. We’ll end with a finale of dessert and Époisses\, a cheese so deliciously smelly that it’s been banned on public transport in France. Viva la France!   \nOld town of Carcassonne and pont vieux in France URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/french-food-and-wine-experience/ LOCATION:Private Residence Montecito\, Montecito\, CA\, 93108\, United States CATEGORIES:Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/67299670.cms_.webp ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4366626;-119.6320753 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240714T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240714T200000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20240405T145840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T170916Z UID:10000258-1720978200-1720987200@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Fancy Farmer Winemaker Dinner: Toft Wines DESCRIPTION:Fancy Farmer Winemaker Dinner \nJacob & Kelly Toft of Toft Wines\nGet ready for an evening filled with delectable wine\, scrumptious food\, and endless fun alongside the beloved duo\, Jacob and Kelly Toft! Indulge in a multi-course dinner prepared by Chef Amy Baer accompanied by 8 magnificent Toft wines with a special focus on the beloved varietal which Paso has perfected\, and Jacob Toft has mastered: Syrah! It’s a soirée you won’t want to miss! \nStarting with a reception of passed appetizers\, followed by an individually plated 5 course dinner\, Winemakers Jacob and Kelly Toft will lead guests through a Journey of Syrah\, as they discover the luscious flavors\, textures\, and terroirs of each wine. \nChef Amy is channeling the spirit of Paso Robles and the beloved farm life in a “Fancy Farmer’s Feast”: a dinner inspired by farm ingredients and adapted to fine dining cuisine. With individually plated dishes filled with warmth\, care\, craft and a splash of Santa Barbara refinement\, this approach to a dinner will feature everything from braised lamb\, farmer’s flatbread\, an indulgent mushroom manicotti\, to an ending of roasted peaches with brown butter shortbread crumble…Food that welcomes you with flavor and sophistication\, and embraces you with the pleasure of a comforting meal. It celebrates both fine cuisine\, and the simple and satisfying farmer’s way of living \n \nThis lovely husband and wife team not only craft artisanal small batch wines\, but are kind sweet people who love to share their passion for wine with other enthusiasts. Toft Wines are all about the pursuit of flavor that starts with meticulous farming. With access to the premier vineyards spanning the Central Coast\, Toft wines honor the AVAs from which the grapes are cultivated. His small production allows him to focus his attention on fruit source and handcrafting his blends. Jacob has a calling to introduce regions to one another and that journey is fulfilled in his cellar; his focus is blended between the details. \nThis exclusive dinner will feature club-only wines\, including the highly sought-after York Mountain and L’Aventure Syrahs; as bottles have been allocated specifically for the evening. These wines are not available for public purchase\, and there is currently a waitlist to join the club…So as a special perk\, attendees of this dinner will have the rare opportunity to bypass the waitlist and join the wine club immediately! Don’t miss this unique chance to enjoy and acquire these exquisite wines. \nFeatured Wines & Menu\n2023 Josephine’s Rose  \n2022 Relentless Pursuit Mourvèdre  \nCornmeal Crusted Green Beans\nCotija\, Cilantro Lime Crema\, Chipotle Aioli\nFarmer’s Flatbread \nwith Bacon Jam\, Corn\, Zucchini Flowers and Farmer’s Cheese\n2022 York Mountain Vineyard Syrah \nMushroom Manicotti\nMushroom Béchamel\, Crispy Shiitakes\, Truffle Oil\n\n2022 Sarah’s Cuvee \nTomato\, Peaches\, Pepitas\, oh my!\nSheep’s Milk Ricotta\, Tarragon\, Savory Buñuelo\n2022 G2 Vineyard Syrah \nWarm Brown Butter Gnocchi Salad\nPistachio Sorrel Vinaigrette\, Duck Bacon Bits\n2021 L’Aventure Vineyard Syrah \n2022 Caliza Vineyard Syrah \nLamb Mille Feuille \nPommes Dutchess\, Blueberry and Beet Reduction\, Feta Cheese\n2022 Diana’s Chardonnay \nAged Gouda\, Brown Butter Shortbread\, Peach Mousse\n  \n \nAbout the Winery… \nToft wines are limited to their allocation membership twice a year. ESB is grateful for the opportunity to share Toft wines with its members through special arrangement with the Tofts. ESB is honored to feature Jacob and Kelly Toft of Toft Wines\, who after receiving over 90-point scores from respected critic Robert Parker\, sold out their vintages in one day!  Jacob Toft was one of the first winemakers to be featured at an ESB Winemaker Evening\, and has since made appearances at ESB’s 1st and 2nd Anniversary Events. \n \nJacob has been producing small-batch\, full-flavored wines for over 20 years. Previously a gypsy winemaker\, Jacob settled his winemaking operations in Tin City in 2015. Alongside his wife Kelly\, they continue to craft blends with huge personality & nimble feet and look forward to sharing them with you! While studying under Stephan Asseo of L’Aventure for six years\, Jacob learned that wines of quality begin in the vineyard. Therefore\, he sources only the best fruit that the Central Coast offers. These vineyard locations span from Santa Barbara to Santa Lucia Highlands\, with deep roots in Paso Robles. URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/esb-winemaker-dinner-toft-wines/ LOCATION:Downtown Santa Barbara\, 1117 State Street\, Santa Barbara\, 93101\, United States CATEGORIES:Appetizers,Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Jacob-Toft-Rose-Paso-Robles.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241206T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241206T173000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20240823T171644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T134622Z UID:10000265-1733506200-1733506200@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Winemaker Evening: Andy Neja of Cairjn Wines DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening with Andy Neja of Cairjn Wines\nESB Welcomes winemaker Andy Neja of Cairjn Wines for our final Winemaker Event of the year! \nCairjn\, pronounced like “karn”\, is derived from the word\, “cairn” which means “a heap of stones piled up as a memorial or as a landmark.” The founder\, Andy Neja\, chose this name as a tribute to his family’s farming legacy and as a nod to the limestone-rich terrain of West Paso\, where their vineyards are located. \n\nCairjn is one of the newest wineries in Paso Robles\, and Andy’s new tasting room\, conveniently located just off Highway 46E\, opened its doors in August 2023. Andy is no newcomer to winemaking\, having been a key figure at Caliza since 2015. Now launching his own brand\, Cairjn Wine Cellars\, he brings years of experience and expertise to his latest venture. Now producing 850 cases annually\, Andy’s portfolio of wines reflects their commitment to quality and sustainability. \nESB is happy to debut Cairjn with you for a special evening of delicious chef crafted appetizers and Cairjn wines! Meet Andy\, taste his fabulous wines and learn about his journey into winemaking. Come for the wine\, stay for the winemaker\, leave with a bottle\, two\, or a case! \nFeatured Wines\n2023 Albariño – $42\n2021 Grenache – $75\n2021 Lopai Grenache – $85\n2021 Syrah – $75\n2021 Blend No.2 – $75 \nPassed Dishes\nDeliciousness coming soon! \n \nAfter volunteering a few days a week for eight months at Caliza Winery in Paso Robles\, the Andy Neja and his wife decided to move to the area to work with Carl at Caliza full-time. During that time Andy’s passion for wine and viticulture has not abated. The natural next step was taken in 2020 (8 harvests later) with the launching of his own project\, Cairjn Wine Cellars. \n \n “Come for the wine\, stay for the winemaker\, leave with a bottle!” URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/winemaker-evening-andy-neja-of-cairjn-wines/ LOCATION:TBD\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Appetizers,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/we_caijrn-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4208305;-119.6981901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250110T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250110T203000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20241226T233315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T150732Z UID:10000270-1736532000-1736541000@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Saint K Wines Tasting Party DESCRIPTION:Saint K Wines Tasting Party Santa Barbara\nA celebration of bold beginnings\nand sinful discoveries.\nOur boutique winery offers beautiful\,\nlimited production wines from\nSanta Barbara and Paso Robles\npoised to make your palate tingle!\nWe’ve got some amazing news to share! Epicurean co-founder Keith and his brother-in-law Matt have just purchased Saint K Winery\, and to celebrate\, they’re hosting a January Tasting Party in Santa Barbara at Kiva Chapala to kick off this exciting new chapter! \nWe’d love for you to join us for an evening of great wine\, delicious bites\, and good vibes. As a special bonus\, ESB Members get an exclusive discount on all wine purchases\, so you can stock up on your favorites! Click Here to purchase tickets! \nHere’s what’s in store:\n\nTaste the current Saint K wines that captivated Keith and Matt (and trust us\, you’ll get it)\nSavor mouthwatering appetizers by the one and only Chef Amy Baer\nGet the inside scoop on the winery’s new direction – and why it’s about to become legendary\nBe among the first to join the new Wine Club – because\, let’s be real\, you need these wines in your life (and in your cellar)\n\nSo\, screw your dry January\, come out and support Keith & Matt\, taste the wine\, and enjoy an unforgettable evening. This isn’t just a tasting – it’s a celebration of the winery’s exciting future and the start of something special. \nLet’s make it a night to remember – we can’t wait to see you there! \nClick Here to purchase tickets! URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/saint-k-wines-tasting-party/ LOCATION:Kiva Chapala\, 1221 Chapala St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101 CATEGORIES:Appetizers,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/STKWines2.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250215T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250215T203000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20250112T152604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T172843Z UID:10000271-1739642400-1739651400@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Sparks & Sushi! DESCRIPTION:Sparks & Sushi!\nCelebrate Valentine’s Day (well\, Saturday) the ESB Way – This year\, we’re turning Valentine’s Day Weekend into a sparkling celebration of food\, wine\, and good company at our Sparks & Sushi event \nThe ESB team is bringing together two of Chef Amy’s greatest loves: sushi and sparkling wine! (An unexpected\, but perfect pairing) \nForget the traditional sushi rolls; this event is all about the Temaki Party Experience. Instead of pre-made rolls\, you’ll build your own hand rolls (also known as temaki). This is a communal and interactive way of enjoying sushi where everyone can customize their hand rolls with the ingredients they love\, making it fun and accessible for all. \n\nEach guest is given a bowl of perfectly seasoned sushi rice and a stack of crisp\, flavorful nori. On the table\, you’ll find an array of fresh seafood options (including cooked varieties)\, crunchy veggies\, savory sauces\, and all the sushi essentials you need. Then\, the fun begins! Start by scooping a spoonful of rice onto your nori\, add your favorite seafood\, perhaps a few slices of creamy avocado or cucumber\, and perhaps a drizzle of sriracha mayo for a spicy kick. Roll it all up\, and voilà—you’ve created your own delicious temaki roll to savor! \nDon’t worry if you’re new to hand rolls—Chef Amy will kick things off with a live demonstration on how to build a most delicious hand roll\, and share her expert recommendations on flavor combinations that will make your taste buds sing a serenade to sushi. \nAnd the beverages? We’ve learned that Sparkling wines (from champagne to Prosecco\, and everything in between) pair well with sushi because they are light and delicate\, and can cleanse the palate between bites. So appropriately for the holiday we’ll have varieties of both local and imported sparkling wines guests can enjoy throughout the dinner. I’m sure you’ll have a favorite! \nSo this Valentine’s Day weekend\, bring your good vibes and appetites\, and get ready for a sushi experience that’s as fun as it is delicious! \nMENU\nTo Start\nMarket Greens w/ Miso GingerVinaigrette\nTemaki Party!\nNori & Soy Wrappers\, Sushi Rice\nSeafood Offerings\nSalmon\, Seared Ahi Tuna\, Crab Salad\, Sweet & Salty Pork Belly\nFillings\nAvocado\, Cucumber\, Shiso Leaves\, Scallions\, Carrots\nSauces & Toppings\nPremium Soy Sauce\, Wasabi\, Sriracha Aioli\, Kewpie Mayo\, Sesame Seeds\, Tobiko Caviar\nTo Drink\nAssorted Sparkling Wines for the Tables\nDessert\nWhite Chocolate Mouse w/ Matcha Whipped Cream\, Berries and Miso Tuile Cookie   URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/sparks-sushi/ LOCATION:Kiva Chapala\, 1221 Chapala St\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93101 CATEGORIES:Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IMG_2236.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T203000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20250112T163422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T154710Z UID:10000274-1741370400-1741379400@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:Exotic Gardens Orchid Dinner DESCRIPTION:Epicurean SB Exotic Gardens Orchid Dinner\nat The International Orchid Show\nESB is teaming up with the International Orchid Show! \n\nJoin ESB members and guests for a magical evening where Chef Amy will prepare an exquisite four-course dinner set in a breathtaking orchid-filled oasis at the Earl Warren Showgrounds. The experience not only includes an exclusive access to the Orchid Show\, but also the option to enhance your dining experience with wine pairings\, by none other than Saint K! it will be a dinner experience you won’t want to miss! You’ll tart the evening off with a complimentary cocktail and explore the glorious exhibit\, surrounded by rare orchids from around the world; then proceed to a seated dinner unlike any other. A feast for all the senses! \nMembers of Epicurean Santa Barbara can register for this event at this discounted rate on this page. Non-members please register here through the sborchidshow website. \n\nMENU\nThai Shrimp & Scallop Escabeche\nRice Chips\, Thai Lime Leaf\, Fennel\, Avocado Mousse\, Turmeric Oil\, Annatto Seed \n2022 Flower Bomb ~ Malvasia Bianca – Saint K Wines \nBurrata Salad\nMarinated Fuji Apple\, Passion Fruit\, Frisée\, Chickpea Socca\, Luretík Olive Oil \n2021 Yokai Chardonnay – Saint K Wines \nOrecchiette Primavera with Duck Confit\nSnow Peas\, Asparagus\, Mustard Frills\, Pecorino Romano \n2021 Yokai Pinot Noir – Saint K Wines \nWhite Chocolate & Pandan Mousse\nCoconut Caramel\, Orange-Rose Lace Cookie \nVegetarians and other allergies (Incl. Shellfish) will be accommodated. URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/dinner-in-the-exotic-gardens/ LOCATION:Earl Warren Showgrounds\, 3400 Calle Real\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93105\, United States CATEGORIES:Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/esborchid2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250620T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250620T210000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20250502T185818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250524T144847Z UID:10000280-1750442400-1750453200@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:SAXUM Dinner Experience DESCRIPTION:SAXUM Dinner Experience\nAn Exclusive Evening of SAXUM Wines & Culinary Excellence! \n  \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening featuring a rare vertical and horizontal tasting of SAXUM Vineyards’ acclaimed wines. This limited-ticket event offers an extraordinary opportunity to experience the depth\, complexity\, and evolution of SAXUM’s highly sought-after wines—all in one night. \nEach wine will be expertly paired with a 5-course\, summer-inspired dinner crafted by Chef Amy Baer and the EpicureanSB team\, designed to highlight the bold flavors and nuances of every pour. \nDon’t miss this exclusive celebration of one of Paso Robles’ most iconic wineries. Seating is extremely limited—secure your spot today. \nSaxum Vineyards is a celebrated winery nestled in California’s Paso Robles wine country\, known for producing bold\, world-class blends with a strong sense of place. Specializing in Rhône varietals like Grenache\, Syrah\, and Mourvèdre—along with select Bordeaux varieties—Saxum has earned a reputation for power\, finesse\, and age-worthy complexity. \nLocated in the rugged Willow Creek District\, Saxum’s vineyards climb steep hillsides of rocky\, calcareous soil\, where warm sun and cool ocean breezes create the perfect environment for growing intensely flavorful grapes. Every aspect of the process—from vineyard to bottle—is driven by a commitment to quality and sustainability. The vines are farmed without chemical fertilizers\, herbicides\, or pesticides\, and thanks to deep root systems\, irrigation is rarely needed. \nSaxum’s approach to winemaking is hands-on and minimalist\, allowing the fruit and the land to shine. Yields are kept low\, harvests are timed for peak ripeness\, and the wines are made in small batches with meticulous care. The result: wines of depth\, structure\, and soul that continue to earn critical acclaim and a loyal following. \nProduction is intentionally limited to about 8\,000 cases per year\, divided among ten distinctive cuvées—including Broken Stones\, The Hexe\, Bone Rock\, and the legendary James Berry Vineyard. Demand is so high\, most bottles are only available through a coveted allocation list—with a wait that can stretch three to four years. \nSaxum isn’t just a winery—it’s a benchmark in Paso Robles\, offering wines that speak powerfully of place\, passion\, and patience. URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/saxum-dinner-experience/ LOCATION:Private Residence San Roque\, Santa Barbara\, CA CATEGORIES:Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Saxum.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T203000 DTSTAMP:20260621T035948 CREATED:20250620T175246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250621T150252Z UID:10000282-1752948000-1752957000@epicureansb.com SUMMARY:A Summer Evening in Burgundy! DESCRIPTION:A Summer Evening in Burgundy!\nJoin us for an enchanting evening as we explore the grace and complexity of Burgundy wines\, paired with 5-courses of French–inspired cuisine showcasing the peak of Santa Barbara’s summer produce. This intimate dinner will be guided by Mike Miller (previously of Golden State Wines)\, whose passion and knowledge will illuminate each pour. \nWe begin\, as every celebratory meal should\, with bubbles — a refreshing glass of Crémant de Limoux Brut ‘Cuvée Prestige’ from Maison Colin\, hailing from the Limoux region of southern France\, known for crafting méthode traditionnelle sparkling wines with brightness and finesse. From there\, we journey north to Burgundy\, with wines that express the unique terroirs of its famed subregions — from the chalky slopes of Chablis to the mineral-laced whites of the Mâconnais\, and the elegant reds of the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits. \nEpicurean Santa Barbara Chef Amy Baer and her team with pair the selection of wines with an individually plated 5-Course French-inspired dinner. The menu showcases Santa Barbara’s peak summer produce —from fresh seafood and vibrant salads to a rustic summer-inspired cassoulet and artisan cheeses imported from Murray’s cheese in NYC. And of course\, a decadent chocolate finale complete the experience. \nMike Miller wan an importer and broker of premium limited-production. His company\, Golden State Wines\, selects wines that meet strict criteria for quality and value. Since inception\, Golden State’s portfolio has grown to exclusively represent over 100 premium brands from 10 different countries. \n  \nWine list and Menu coming soon! URL:https://epicureansb.com/event/a-summer-evening-in-burgundy/ LOCATION:Private Residence Montecito\, Montecito\, CA\, 93108\, United States CATEGORIES:Dinner,Epicurean Santa Barbara,Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epicureansb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/60134e79953d61125815c714_burgundy-wine-1.width-1028.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ESB":MAILTO:support@epicureansb.com GEO:34.4366626;-119.6320753 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR