September 2019
Smoke & Mirrors: An Evening of Cigars, Magic and Fine Fare
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 is also BYOB.
Find out more »Wagyu Steak Tasting & Dinner with Chef John Cox and Katie Parker
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 super dry-aged. Known for his acclaimed ventures in micro-regional cuisine, Chef Cox earned accolades for his work at Sierra Mar at Post Ranch Inn in…
Find out more »October 2019
Coterie Club Spanish Wine & Sherry Luncheon
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 inspired cuisine and winemaker and curator Alex Russan’s unique wine portfolio from around the world. Sherries and Spanish wines are known to pair well with everything from seafood,…
Find out more »Get Hooked: Fall Seafood Demo
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 will lead the demonstration which will include appetizers and entrees featuring the fresh catch courtesy Get Hooked. This spontaneous, and (partially) improvised interpretation of the…
Find out more »[SAVE THE DATE] STREET FOOD – Indian Style!
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! Gin & Tonics – a very British cocktail – and Indian and local beers pair perfectly with the aromatic spiciness of the cuisine! G&T specialist Jessica Garver will be in attendance to help…
Find out more »November 2019
[NOW OPEN] ESB + SushiBar!
ESB has reserved a full seating at Montecito’s SushiBar! 10 ESB members will dine together and experience the 17 course Omakase menu! The dinner $110 a person + tax and gratuity for the Omakase. Guests will pay their individual bills at the end of the evening. This experience starts at 7:30 with a complimentary welcome cocktail in the lobby. Seating is at 8:00. Situated next door to The Monarch in the historical Montecito Inn, Sushi|Bar Montecito is Chef Phillip Frankland…
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