DINING

A Santa Barbara Valentine’s Day guide

Nestled in the Public Market, Whiskey ‘n Rye Smokehouse’s newest take on Western BBQ, ‘Que, is flourishing

Husband-wife duo bring street-food flavors and home-like community to their restaurant, Na Na Thai

Julian Martinez and Jesse Gaddy bring their fine-dining expertise to the historic Upham Hotel

Little Mountain arrives on the Montecito scene fusing local bounty with the neighborhood’s sophistication

Newly opened Manifattura wows with house-made pasta and dishes inspired by Italy’s culinary traditions

Local ingredients take unexpected, unforgettable forms at The Rochers at the Ranch House

Acclaimed chef Dom Crisp brings his Basque-inspired cuisine to Santa Barbara at Dom’s

The Gleason Family's Roblar Winery is part working farm, part restaurant, and now, part art gallery

Kate Campbell's new cookbook PinkTomatoKitchen forms a calendar of moments meant to be shared

Chef Danny Grant brings an Italian soul to Santa Barbara’s coastline at Marisella

Tasteful and transportive, The Ellwood at Goleta Beach is an oceanfront institution in the making

Michelin Starred Silvers Omakase is pure gold

At Oat Bakery, get your (healthy) bread and butter––and then some

Gala marks a Santa Barbara local’s return home

The RH Firehouse Grill blends opulent design and laid-back vibes for an aesthetic dining experience

Summer nights call for an outdoor celebration of food, friends, and wine.

Loquita Welcomes New Chef Cristian Granada

El Encanto is a Californian retreat with a Mediterranean soul

Lulio brings Mediterranean-inspired flavors and ambiance to The Bacara

Bringing the past into a Californian present

Celebrating nature, craft beer & local cuisine at the Botanic Garden

Tennessee whiskey with an informative twist at Finch & Fork

Nourish your body and senses with this protein-packed snack

A fabulous night celebrating the opening of RH Montecito, The Gallery at The Old Firehouse

Celebrate the season at El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel

Tilden’s twist on your next night out 

A Saturday ritual of Zumba and Ethiopian food

This eclectic coffee shop meets garden oasis offers patrons a choice

Check into Santa Ynez's newest hotel

In her third year as Alma Rosa’s head winemaker, Samra Morris proves that, unlike for bottles of vintage, age is but a number

The reinvented menu at Finch & Fork is an ode to local regions

Dance the week away at Fiesta’s most notable events

What's old is new again at La Paloma Cafe

One of the most delectable happy hours Santa Barbara has to offer–after all, it's 5 o'clock somewhere

We’ve rounded up several items to enhance any garden party this summer

Al fresco luncheon inspiration from expert hostess Jen Huang Bogan

Say hello to Firebreak Añejo Tequila, Santa Barbara’s newest local tequila

Skyview Los Alamos’ Norman brings a new season of flavors to the table.

Caruso’s plant-based menu is upscale and down-to-earth.

Santa Barbara’s starry nights burn brighter under the roof of the Rolls-Royce Black Badge Ghost.

What not to miss this holiday season

Holiday entertaining with Valerie Rice

Elegant and bold flavors marry gastronomic creativity at El Encanto

Local tequila brand Augie's builds an agave empire with a mission

From curry spice to habañero infusion, these cocktails are anything but ordinary.

Where to eat and drink while enjoying the sun.

A detailed itinerary for a full day at the artisan marketplace.

Saul Plasencia, the CEO of Restaurant Connection, shares how COVID has affected meal delivery.

Innovative methods transform indigenous ingredients at Barbareño.