The new eatery will kick off with daytime hours of operation, featuring a farm and cheese bar menu theme that offers a lengthy cheese list, a …
FROM THE VINE The 2020 harvest has begun at many vineyards on the Central Coast, and let’s hope it’s going to be a better year for the grapevi…
The tavern — which was originally built by Jim Buell whose family founded the city back in 1917 — held a public grand reopening on Aug. 22 at …
FROM THE VINE When I say I prefer small, artisan wineries, please don’t get me wrong, it’s just because they always rate among my Central Coas…
Olsen's Bakery, located at 1529 Mission Drive in Solvang, was purchased on Aug. 1, 1970 by the Olsens from then-bakery owners John and Betty Larsen.
PAIRINGS Is Orzo pasta or rice? Actually, Orzo is a type of pasta made from wheat semolina flour that's similar to rice in shape, size, and te…
When Johansson set roots in 1999, Los Alamos was a charming but unproven market.
From my daughter Tina’s mother-in-law, the late Donna Anderson, this is so good it earned my 2005 Golden Spoon award.
I come to you today with a radical proposition: This is the time for open-faced sandwiches.
PARINGS: I don’t know about you, but I’m always looking for good dip recipes.
Beginning today, Wednesday, June 17 and through at least July 4, the outdoor market will be located on the temporarily-closed-to-traffic secti…
FROM THE VINE Now that wineries have been given back the green light to reopen, many tasting rooms and restaurants are just not ready. But you…
The hand-made sign on Fredensborg Canyon Road has been catching people’s attention.
The Great Plates program helps feed Solvang seniors in need, as well as boosting local food providers/agricultural workers who are struggling …
Chef Cullen Campbell combines raw ingredients with Mediterranean flavors while utilizing fresh, local elements.
We are putting together a list of area restaurants, bars and other businesses that have been impacted by the coronavirus restrictions — bans o…
Last Sunday was Mother’s Day, a day most of us appreciate for taking our beloved mom out to a restaurant for a lovely dinner. In fact it’s the…
Despite having more than 30 combined years of hospitality experience between the two of them, the Cherneys could not have prepared themselves …
Eight local Allstate agency owners have initiated virtual food drives to benefit the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County.
PAIRINGS Frittata is an egg-based Italian dish similar to an omelet or crustless quiche, enriched with additional ingredients such as meats, c…
The family-friendly, small-scale Santa Maria farm offers both pesticide-free blueberries and strawberries for the picking.
In addition to Food Bank of Santa Barbara County food distributions sites, a number of local organizations and businesses are offering food su…
As always in a storm there is a silver lining, the incredible deals wineries are offering for online sales. Most include shipping within the U…
“It was to be a relaxed project growing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay along with a variety of vegetables and fruits, including a grove of olive trees.”
"Take what you need, leave what you can. Be blessed."
Here are a few simple recipes to try when you need a break from extensive cooking (plus a delicious banana chocolate quick bread recipe just b…
PAIRINGS Here’s a nice “stay at home” recipe and wine pairing for these troublesome times.