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Coffee Santa Barbara

Rebar Coffee Cold Brew Flight [CLOSED]

The Funk Zone gets a lot of love in Santa Barbara, but right across the 101 freeway, another pocket is worth exploring thanks to Matt Chrestenson and brother Ben. They’ve owned Union Ale gastropub...
Seafood Santa Barbara

Julienne Smoked Mussels [CLOSED]

Julienne, probably my favorite Santa Barbara restaurant, reaffirmed its hold over my stomach on the eve of my birthday. Chef Justin West and wife Emma West, his front of house partner, demonstrate a mastery...
Craft Beer Santa Barbara

Figueroa Mountain Brewing Headless Horseman

The concept of Pumpkin Beers, which breweries typically release between Halloween and Thanksgiving, may sound kitschy, but in the hands of talented craft beer pros, a drinkable jack-o-lantern can achieve balance. Such is the...
Ice Cream California

Interview: Michael Palmer (McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams)

Winemaker Michael Palmer and his chef/wife Eva Ein had a major decision to make in 2012. Their house recently burned to the ground, and instead of rebuilding, they took a risk and purchased McConnell’s...
Seafood Santa Barbara

Les Marchands Smoked Mussels

I had no doubt that master sommelier Brian McClintic and vino-seasoned business partner Eric Railsback would deliver a compelling wine program to Les Marchands Wine Bar & Merchants, a business that’s new to Santa...
Brewery Sign California

Interview: beer pro A.J. Stoll (Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.)

Last week, Brew and You covered some beer spots to visit in the Central Coast. One of which is Figueroa Mountain Brewing. I spoke with brewmaster A.J. Stoll before the Firestone Walker Invitational Beer...