Join Sommelier Jessica Garver of The Monk’s Table, and Riccardo Molinero, owner of Bordiga Spirits from Cuneo, Italy, for an afternoon tasting of skillfully crafted vermouths, followed by elegant cocktails. Learn about the history and production of these wines and spirits, and taste their aromatic, complex, and vivid flavors. Start with a welcome aperitivo of […]
Join Member Kim Natzel to learn how to make homemade jam with summer fruits, and then participate in a hands on demonstration of jarring and canning. Once you’ve familiarized yourself with this easy process, you’ll be able to preserve your own jams, pickles, jelly, salsas, and even BBQ sauces! Start the afternoon off with a […]
Our first “Santa Barbara Wine Legend” is Lane Tanner! Few winemakers are more colorful than Lane Tanner — and we’re not just talking about her hair, which is often dyed in vibrant hues of orange and purple. Known by many as “Bette Midler in a Bottle,” she’s a jukebox of hilarious and poignant stories about […]
Gather round for a summer pizza party! We’ll have two pizza ovens cranking out homemade pizzas, calzones, and other treats, and Topa Topa will be showcasing three of their popular brews! Don’t like beer? That’s fine- it’s BYOB as well! Bring youR favorite bottle or beverage to enjoy or share during the event. And stay […]
Relax and “Wine Down” Relax and “Wine Down” with ESB members and guests on Wednesday, July 24th from 5-7pm at The Monarch Restaurant in the Montecito Inn. Event cost includes appetizers and passed hors d'oeuvres. Don’t forget to stay for the prize drawing! Valet and Street parking available. Menu Sourdough Bread & Butter ‘Nduja sausage, […]
French-Canadian Brunch with Chef P.A. Tremblay! Chef P.A. is sharing his French-Canadian heritage with ESB members through a beautiful summertime Brunch! The meal will start with a culturally inspired beverage and will continue with a partially plated, partially family style meal. It will showcase the flavors of Chef P.A.’s childhood, finessed with his formal culinary training […]
2 Legends, 12 Wines, 1 Fellowship Dinner! This is an evening that will go down in Central Coast wine history. Having just Jim Clendenen from Au Bon Climat or Adam Tolmach from The Ojai Vineyard by themselves would be a magical night, but having them both together — which was Jim’s idea! — is incredibly […]
Relax and “Wine Down” Relax and “Wine Down” with ESB members and guests on Wednesday, August 14th from 5-6:45pm at the Manor Bar in Rosewood Miramar Resort. Event cost includes appetizers. Don’t forget to stay for the prize drawing! Valet and Street parking available. The Manor Bar provides wine, handcrafted cocktails, spirits, and delectable hors […]
Roll it! Fill it! Fold it! An Afternoon of Filled Pasta-Making with Chef Tiziano of Mosto Crudo Join members for an afternoon of hands-on pasta making, rolling, cutting, filling, and stuffing (and of course, tasting!) Chef Tiziano Fioretti of Mosto Crudo will start the afternoon with an appetizer and basic pasta dough demonstration, and then […]
Most know of Jim Fox for his career as a NHL hockey player for the Los Angeles Kings and as the Kings’ television analyst for FOX Sports West. But after retiring from the NHL, Jim ventured into the world of wine and founded Patiné Cellars in 2011. PATINÉ (pa-tee-nay) means to have skated in French; […]
Relax and “Wine Down” Relax and “Wine Down” with ESB members and guests on Wednesday, September 11th from 5-7pm @ Cafe Ana. Event cost includes appetizers and passed hors d'oeuvres. Cafe Ana will offer $6 wine specials during the event. Don’t forget to stay for the prize drawing! Join us in this bright and inviting […]
Le Sorelle 20% Off Imported Olive Oils Le Sorelle is offering ESB members 20% their Imported Olive Oils. Purchase through the site and pick up at Cafe Ana on Wednesday, September 11th, from 5:00-7:00 where they will be offering samples of their oils During our Wine Down Wednesday. Le Sorelle, founded by sisters Donatella Lorenzoni-Lopez […]
Join ESB for an evening of Cigars, Magic & Dinner! Bring your cigars to enjoy with friends…And the magic? A magician will be among the guests! Prepare to be amazed! ESB will provide a welcome beverage and Judy Astbury will be preparing passed appetizers and a spread of seasonally-inspired Italian-Californian specialties perfect for this fall evening. This event […]
Dry-Aged Wagyu Steak Tasting & Dinner! ESB is proud to feature Chef John Cox of Bear & Star and Katie Parker of Fess Parker Ranch with a Dry-Aged Wagyu Steak Tasting and Dinner! Chef John and Katie will lead guests on a tasting of Wagyu with different stages of aging; from fresh, to aged, and […]
ESB + Coterie Club Spanish Wine & Sherry Luncheon The stars align as the culinary rebels of The Coterie Club team up with Epicurean Santa Barbara for an exploration of Spanish wines & sherries paired with Chef Nick’s Creative cuisine! This afternoon culinary experience will be a 6-course meal featuring Chef Nick Bodden’s creative and globally […]
Italian Spirits, Cocktails and Artisan Pizza! 8 Italian Spirit producers who specialize in Amari, Aromatized Wines, Liqueurs, and Spirits are traveling to Santa Barbara to share their high-quality Italian spirits with our members and guests. Start the afternoon with La Sirena Spritz, and make your way through 4 stations of Spirit producers to taste 20 different […]
Get hooked on Seafood! Once again ESB is collaborating with Get Hooked Seafood and 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. Chef P.A. Tremblay […]
Wine Down Wednesday + Optional Black Sheep Tasting Menu Dinner Relax and “Wine Down” with ESB members and guests on Wednesday, October 16th from 5-7pm. Enjoy wine specials from The Wine Shepherd. Event cost includes appetizers by Chef Robert of The Black Sheep. Don’t forget to stay for the prize drawing! Afterwards, a group of […]
Judy Astbury’s appetizers inspired by Indian Street food! On a warm fall afternoon, taste a variety of Judy Astbury’s appetizers inspired by Indian Street food! Savor Bhelpuri, Tandoori, Spicy Shrimp, Vegetable Bhajias with chutney and more, while enjoying the company of those who also appreciate layers of flavor and spice! The Gin & Tonic, a “veddy British […]
Experience the fine and rare wines of Mt. Veeder! Karen Crouse, owner of Mt. Veeder Magic Vineyards, will be featuring four Napa wineries who produce wine in the Mount Veeder Appellation (Napa Valley). Some of these wines are already listed as sold out, or have been offered to ESB exclusively. Wines will be available for purchase […]