ESB "TRUST" Dinner: Chef Robin Goldstein! We are excited to feature Chef Robin for the 1st Trust Dinner of 2022. Known for her vibrant, Mediterranean flavors with influence from Greece, Morocco, and Spain, Chef Robin's cuisine will highlight the bounty of the Central Coast and deliciously prepared seafood and poultry. Robin lived in the Andalusian region of […]
Risotto Perfected with Chef Andrea Girardello Few dishes compare to a bowl of creamy, tender, perfectly cooked risotto! At a casual evening with ESB Members and Chef Andrea Girardello from Aperitivo Wine Bar (and formerly Biltmore's Tydes restaurant), learn how to make authentic Italian risotto! From the rice to the aromatics, wine, and diverse flavors, […]
Join us for an evening with Ryan Pease of Paix Sur Terre ESB is delighted to showcase some of the most unique wines in all of the central coast produced by none other than Ryan Pease of Paix Sur Terre! Between the rare Ugni Blanc (commonly used in cognac) and the deep and exquisite selection […]
ESB "TRUST" Dinner: Chef Justin Werner We are excited to announce the return of ESB's First TRUST Dinner guest chef, Chef Justin Werner, now the Executive Chef at TRUST in Santa Ana, CA. Originally from New York Justin cut his teeth in some of Manhattan’s top tier restaurants. He spent half a decade working at […]
A Very Vegetarian-Indian Evening ESB member and culinary master Judy Astbury is sharing her Indian heritage and culinary refinement with an unforgettable evening of Vegetarian Indian cuisine- Don't be fooled...While there may be no lamb, chicken or seafood, there will be plenty of spice, flavor, textures and incredible diversity... In this intimate engagement, 14 guests […]
G2 Vineyard Bottle Tasting with Bill Gibbs! ...with special guest Don Burns Join us as we taste through the celebrated G2 Vineyard, 1 winery at a time, in a rare, "once a lifetime" tasting hosted by the ESB team and Bill Gibbs himself. No vineyard on the Central Coast has produced more 100 point wines than […]
Mastering Bistro Burgers & Frites! Chef Jeff King of A to Z Cooking school and Chef Amy Baer Robinson of EpicureanSB are joining forces to demonstrate a most delicious evening of Bistro style hamburgers, and crispy French Fries (aka frites). Up your burger game with the skills to make the perfect, juiciest burger and crispiest, […]
Bodega De Edgar E2 Vertical Tasting In 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 […]
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... ...the two most del ectable art forms in complete harmony: Food & Music! International Concert Pianist and La Piazza Founder, Jacopo Giacopuzzi will […]
Barrels & BBQ with Chef Justin West Chef 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, […]
Pair With Chef Rachel Wine Dinner! Chef Rachel Ponce specializes in creating exquisite dinners where the wine list is the source of inspiration for the dishes! In this exciting 6-Course, 6 bottle dinner, experience wine pairings through Chef Rachel's unique and provocative perspective... Rather than featuring similar flavors or aromas found in the wine; which […]
Group Dining at The Rare Society Steakhouse! Join us for a Group Dining Experience at the newly opened Rare Society Steakhouse in the Funk Zone! Here's your opportunity to experience the restaurant, taste several of the menu items such as their Truffle butter Parker house rolls, 40-Day Dry Aged NY Strip, and Wood Fired […]
Sangiovese in the Heart of Tuscany Join 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. […]
ESB Social (Friday) Kick off Labor Day weekend with ESB members! New to the club? Want to catch up with your OG member friends? Come on by! Spend some time with ESB members and founders Amy and Keith Robinson. Grab a glass and bite, and bid farewell to the summer season with good company! We'll offer […]
ESB "TRUST" Dinner: Chef Amy Baer ESB's next Trust dinner will feature Chef Amy Baer Robinson, Founder of Epicurean Santa Barbara. A California native who lived in New York City for over a decade, Amy’s culinary style features classic flavors and techniques of Italy, France and the Mediterranean, with a dash of inspiration from Asian […]
Group Luncheon at The Dutchess Join us for a Group Luncheon at The Dutchess, Ojai's newest bakery and Burmese-themed restaurant! Here's your opportunity taste several of the Burmese influenced menu items, as well as their famous baked goods with ESB members. ESB founders Keith & Amy Robinson will choose a menu suited to attendees' preferences. Guests […]
ESB Cookbook Test Kitchen: Ad Hoc At Home by Thomas Keller Ever fall in love with a new cookbook, wishing you could cook several of its recipes at once? Well now's your chance! In our Cookbook Test Kitchen, we'll feature a cookbook, prepare several of its recipes in small groups, and end with a family style […]
¡Vino de España! Spanish Wine Dinner Time 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 […]
ESB 5 yr Anniversary Social Hour Join 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 […]
Epicurean SB "Seasonal Supper" Join us for Chef Amy's Inaugural Seasonal Supper, a dinner highlighting the season's bounty through a delicious 4 course plated meal. Starting with an amuse bouche, followed by a starter, main and ending with a dessert, these dinners are the perfect balance between a casual dinner and upscale dining experience. Chef […]
