Maximize flavor without meat! The series continues... In this social demonstration led by Renee Martin, guests will observe the creation of vegetarian dishes featuring the robust flavors of the Middle East. Learn how unique ingredients such as pomegranate molasses, Za’atar, and ras el hanout, and other exotic spices and techniques can elevate vegetarian dishes to a […]
...It’s said that Mark Twain smoked as little as 22 cigars a day. He was supposedly quoted as saying... “If smoking is not allowed in Heaven, I shall not go.” For this educational, interactive and eye opening event (suitable for cigar smokers and non-smokers alike), ESB is bringing in Edward Carmona, a LA-based Torcedor (Cuban […]
Relax and "Wine Down" with ESB members and guests for our first Wine Down Wednesday at the brand new Miramar Beach Bar in the Rosewood Miramar Beach Resort. To continue the celebration and welcoming of Michelin Starred Chef Massimo Falsini, ESB is hosting this event at the newly-opened location. For this private event with no-host […]
The sounds of a piano and distant conversation swell as you walk towards an unmarked entrance...Candles are flickering, wine is flowing, aromas of sensory delights wafting in the air….welcome, my friends…to... The Coterie Club! The Coterie Club is an underground restaurant pop-up founded by Nick Bodden whose events range from Fine dining avant-garde, to mid-century […]
Join us for an evening with Stanley Barrios of TOP Winery! Enjoy a fantastic evening of wine and appetizers with one of California's rising stars, winemaker Stanley Barrios of TOP Winery. TOP specializes in hand crafted Rhone varietal wines from westside Paso Robles. Stanley Barrios was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. He was influenced by music, […]
Hear ye, hear ye! Epicurean Santa Barbara is bringing Chef Drew Terp’s sensational burgers to Santa Barbara for ONE NIGHT ONLY! It is known that Pico in Los Alamos offers delicious upscale comfort food 5 nights a week. It is also known that Sunday night is reserved for Drew Terp’s Burger Night! On Sunday, April 14th, […]
Hear ye, hear ye! Epicurean Santa Barbara is bringing Chef Drew Terp’s sensational burgers to Santa Barbara for ONE NIGHT ONLY! It is known that Pico in Los Alamos offers delicious upscale comfort food 5 nights a week. It is also known that Sunday night is reserved for Drew Terp’s Burger Night! On Sunday, April 14th, […]
Hear ye, hear ye! Epicurean Santa Barbara is bringing Chef Drew Terp’s sensational burgers to Santa Barbara for ONE NIGHT ONLY! It is known that Pico in Los Alamos offers delicious upscale comfort food 5 nights a week. It is also known that Sunday night is reserved for Drew Terp’s Burger Night! On Sunday, April 14th, […]
Hear ye, hear ye! Epicurean Santa Barbara is bringing Chef Drew Terp’s sensational burgers to Santa Barbara for ONE NIGHT ONLY! It is known that Pico in Los Alamos offers delicious upscale comfort food 5 nights a week. It is also known that Sunday night is reserved for Drew Terp’s Burger Night! On Sunday, April 14th, […]
Hear ye, hear ye! Epicurean Santa Barbara is bringing Chef Drew Terp’s sensational burgers to Santa Barbara for ONE NIGHT ONLY! It is known that Pico in Los Alamos offers delicious upscale comfort food 5 nights a week. It is also known that Sunday night is reserved for Drew Terp’s Burger Night! On Sunday, April 14th, […]
Hear ye, hear ye! Epicurean Santa Barbara is bringing Chef Drew Terp’s sensational burgers to Santa Barbara for ONE NIGHT ONLY! It is known that Pico in Los Alamos offers delicious upscale comfort food 5 nights a week. It is also known that Sunday night is reserved for Drew Terp’s Burger Night! On Sunday, April 14th, […]
April’s sun-kissed days have returned to Santa Barbara and it is time to start planting! Join ESB member Kim Natzel as she demonstrates her tried and true techniques for growing a fruitful crop of tomatoes. Find out how and why bone meal, fish heads and eggshells assist in the growth of our favorite nightshade. Kim will […]
Step aside , gentlemen, this event is for the ladies... Back by popular demand is another Women’s only wine tasting! This time, we are featuring single varietal white wines! Science has proven that women have better palates than men, but sometimes in the midst of a group setting, women don’t have the opportunity to show […]
ESB is collaborating with Chef P.A. Tremblay to host a culinary demonstration on how to store, prep and cook seafood sourced through Get Hooked, a Community Supported Fishery Service that delivers locals the highest quality sustainable seafood, sourced directly from local fishermen. Local, sustainably-caught seafood is not easy to find in stores in Santa Barbara. […]
Join members and guests at Santa Barbara's newest Cocktail Garden, the Glass House. The Glass House features incredibly creative cocktails that are complex and inventive, as many feature infused spirits, lesser known liquors, and several executions involve crowd-pleasing smoking apparatuses, siphons, and beautiful glassware. Their menu also includes craft beer and wine. For the ESB open […]
Chef P.A. Tremblay, Chef de Cuisine at Julienne & SBMS Culinary Department, will demonstrate and describe each element of ramen construction: including the rich, flavorful bone broth, the, umami-rich tare, roasted pork, sous vide egg, and several creative garnishes. Learn how each element is integral to the final product, and at the end of the […]
Relax and "Wine Down" with ESB members and guests for Wine Down Wednesday @ Mizza Artisan Pizza & Italian Cuisine. Event cost includes buffet of Mizza’s artisan pizzas, pastas, salads and other signature dishes. Beverages can be purchased at the no-host bar (cash preferred!). ESB will have a private room and an outside bar area; […]
Take a journey to Santa Maria with ESB members and learn about the famous Bien Nacido Vineyard. Want an excursion for Memorial Day Weekend? Here’s an idea… Imagine wandering through a blossoming vineyard in the warmth of an early summer afternoon with a winemaker and master sommelier as your guides. As you take in the […]
Chef Massimo Falsini is designing an incredible six-course tasting menu exclusively for ESB members! This special dinner is be limited to 12 guests and will feature dishes specifically crafted for this event, inspired by Chef’s tenures in Michelin rated restaurants around the world. Every single element of the dinner is locally sourced to showcase the […]
ESB is bringing the award-winning wines of Australia to Santa Barbara! Mollydooker Wines is located in the beautiful scenic McLaren Vale wine region, which is one of Australia's oldest wine regions and home of some the most iconic wines. They are known for producing some of the highest rated Rhone varietal wines in the world. Robert […]