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Iberia Olive Chicken

Iberia Olive Chicken

The rapid growth of the Latino population in the U.S. has brought excitement to the typical American culinary scene and a rise in creating authentic Latin dishes...

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Fred Brander “King of California Sauvignon” Turns Mud into Hope

Fred Brander “King of California Sauvignon” Turns Mud into Hope

During a recent visit to Fred Brander Winery to celebrate the annual and renowned Argentine BBQ, I not only enjoyed one amazing BBQ luncheon, prepared by Fred, his...

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Wines of the Week: Rosés For Mom

Wines of the Week: Rosés For Mom

With Mother’s Day coming up, one could always buy mom the tried and true red roses, but we’d bet that a lot of moms out there would prefer the kind they...

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Made for Mother’s Day Cocktails

Made for Mother’s Day Cocktails

Mother’s Day is right around the corner on Sunday, May 13, and what better way to celebrate Mom than to make her a fresh cocktail or two! Whether with breakfast...

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Brander Wines Rule at 32nd Amethyst Ball

Brander Wines Rule at 32nd Amethyst Ball

It was vintage cocktail and black-tie at The 32nd Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse 2018 Twistin’ at The Ritz Amethyst Ball at the Ritz-Carlton Bacara,...

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Mother’s Day Brunch Breakfast Quesadilla

Mother’s Day Brunch Breakfast Quesadilla

Just in time for Mother’s Day Brunch, Chef Anthony gives eggs a makeover with his recipe for a Breakfast Quesadilla (with only 100 calories per serving). So...

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Wines of the Week: Super Values – Good Bottles for $10 or Less

Wines of the Week: Super Values – Good Bottles for $10 or Less

If you’re a wino who wants to spend less money, but doesn’t want to make too much sacrifice on the quality of your wine, then here are some bottles you...

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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort Opens May 1st

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort Opens May 1st

As a Santa Barbara local and journalist I have spent countless hours working at this iconic hotel, and much leisure time enjoying the lovely location with family...

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Winners & Losers in the Food Retail Landscape

Winners & Losers in the Food Retail Landscape

Today’s consumer food purchases span a continuum of transactional to experiential. Successful retailers, manufacturers and food service operators will offer a...

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Frankland’s Crab & Co Opens in the Montecito Inn

Frankland’s Crab & Co Opens in the Montecito Inn

Following the tragic mud slides in Montecito, Frankland’s was rebuilt on the Montecito Inn property, and had its 2nd opening on April 6. Guests attending...

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