We have rescheduled because of the situation in Montecito. Our hearts go out to those affected by this tragedy. Come pick up your special member gift and bring a friend. Enjoy drink specials from Armada Wine & Beer Merchant, nibbles courtesy of ESB, and meet other ESB members and guests! Bring your event ideas and […]
Too much of anything is bad, but too much good whiskey is barely enough - Mark Twain Wise words from a wise man... whiskey is one of the most popular alcohols in the world. But In the wide world of whiskey, there are many classifications, styles and origins. What separates whiskey from whisky? How do […]
Maximize flavor without meat! In this class led by Renee Martin you’ll receive demos and hands-on experience cooking creative vegetarian dishes inspired by leaders in the cuisine like Yotam Ottolenghi, Naomi Pomeroy, and David Tanis. Start your year off with a new appreciation for vegetarian cooking and its vibrant flavors. Guests will learn to prepare […]
The ESB Test Kitchen: Cooking demo, dinner & drinks! Join the ESB team as they demonstrate the ability of Cast Iron and the new IRONATE skillet to emulate the floor of a brick oven. Guests can customize personal pizzas with a variety of topping choices, enjoy roasted veggies, and dinner will end with, of course, […]
Come experience the best of Cuba! Savor rare cigars, rich rum, delectable cuban sandwiches and other treats (all included with admission)! We'll have a carefully curated selection of some of the best Cuban labels. Enjoy a relaxing social afternoon and watch the sun set over the Pacific (weather permitting) as we savor the pleasures of Habana with […]
The Epicurean Santa Barbara Winemaker Evening series continues with one of the rock stars of the Paso wine industry: Don Burns of Turtle Rock! Join ESB and Don Burns, owner and winemaker at Turtle Rock Vineyards and assistant winemaker at Saxum Vineyards, for an intimate evening of wine exploration. Experience the superior quality of Don's highly […]
Join us for a special evening with Eric Jensen of Booker Wines, whose Oublié Paso Robles 2014 was listed among Wine Spectator's Top 10 Wines in 2017. Epicurean Santa Barbara is honored to welcome Eric Jensen to our hometown for this event. He has graciously allocated wine to Epicurean Santa Barbara, even though bottles are […]
Join the Epicurean Team and fellow members for an open house! Our March open house is at the Margerum Reserve Tasting Room. Enjoy drink specials, nibbles courtesy of ESB, and meet other ESB members and guests! You can also pick up your special member gift if you haven't already. Bring your event ideas and share them with […]
The Eighth Annual March Mushroom Madness at the Gourmet Dining Room at Santa Barbara City College. Epicurean Santa Barbara has reserved two tables for ESB members at the Eighth annual March Mushroom Madness! Come and join fellow club members at one of our two group tables. One of Santa Barbara Culinary Arts' most popular and […]
Who says wellness retreats require juice cleanses and hours of sun salutations?! Join members for a retreat in the "Epicurean" style, where "wellness" means balancing the mind-body connection with delicious food. The day will start with an hour long yoga session overlooking the ocean, provided by Kaia Fit. The session, which is appropriate for all […]
Epicurean Santa Barbara kicks off the Chef’s Table Series with Chef Drew Terp of PICO, Los Alamos. Join other ESB members for an intimate dinner with Chef Drew Terp, as he brings a menu featuring “upscale comfort food!” Chef Drew's style of cooking is a tribute to the symbiotic farmer-restaurant relationship, and incorporates his love of […]
Epicurean Santa Barbara has reserved two tables for ESB members at the Firestone Barrelworks Disaster Relief Beer Dinner hosted by Barbareno! Eat and drink for a cause: Chef Justin Snyder has created a five course menu paired around the epic beers of Firestone Barrelworks. 50% of all profits will be donated to Direct Relief to help the […]
Join Sommelier Ian Adamo from Somm’s Kitchen, as he leads an enlightening tasting experience which will leave you with skills that will impress your friends! Take your wine identification skills to the next level through Ian Adamo’s eye-opening explanations of the taste, aroma, and color of different varietals. Guests will be led through a seated […]
Join us for a special evening with 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! This lovely husband and wife team not only craft artisanal small batch wines, but are kind sweet people who love to share their […]
Chef Peter Lee is the face behind the creative, delicious cuisine at Loquita. What many people don’t know is that there are three additional talented chefs in that kitchen who also have a vision and passion for creating culinary works of art. At this Chefs’ Table, especially designed for Epicurean Santa Barbara, Peter Lee and each of […]
Join Epicurean Santa Barbara for a 'tasteful’ afternoon of Scotch! In the exquisite lobby library of the Hotel Californian, relish the nuances of 4 different top-rated Scotches. During this walk-around tasting, whiskey enthusiast Sean Riley will lead you through the history of Scotch and will discuss the spirits featured at the tasting. Nibbles and noshes […]
Celebrate Earth Day with BBQ and Great Wine...live music too! ESB will be cooking up an All-American inspired buffet while the hip and cool winemaker Brett Urness of Levo Wines will be pouring his latest vintages. Eat some 'cue, meet Brett, drink his wines and hookup with his winery. Tap your foot to live music as you make […]
Learn first-hand how to craft the perfect cocktail! At this interactive cocktail class, members will learn the basics of mixology and then, with an arsenal of ingredients, will create their own craft cocktails (for themselves or a friend!) all with the guidance of mixologist Scott Sampila, the Lead Bartender/Bar Manager @ Olio Cucina! The afternoon will […]
Keith and Amy are taking a short road trip to PICO in Los Alamos for Chef Drew Terp's famous Burger Night! "Burgers that will blow your mind." Want to join us? PICO is a 45min drive from Santa Barbara. We'll be hitting the road at 4:45pm, so meet us there at 5:3opm! We'd love to enjoy […]
Join the Epicurean team, fellow members and guests for an Open House! Enjoy extended happy hour and drink specials offered by Armada Wine & Beer Merchant, nibbles courtesy of ESB, and meet new, veteran and future ESB members! Bring your event ideas and share them with the team! We are eager to know what you look forward to […]