The 9th Annual Benefit for Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara
October 21, 2018 Santa Barbara Maritime Museum Presented by:
Title Sponsors Fell, Marking, Abkin, Montgomery, Granet & Raney, LLP Santa Barbara County Bar Association
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Santa Barbara Lawyer Referral Service The Lawyer Referral Service (LRS) is a non-profit, public service program sponsored by the Santa Barbara County Bar Association and certified by the State Bar of California (certificate #032). The LRS was created with these goals in mind: to help you find an attorney that matches your legal need or problem; to help you determine if an alternative resource(s) is available; to provide you with direction when a legal matter appears confusing, intimidating or time consuming. LRS attorneys have an average of 20 years’ experience and must meet State Bar qualifications. You will receive a 30 minute consultation with the appropriate attorney. Thereafter, fee arrangements will be made between you and the attorney.
Contact: Tel: 805.569.9400 Website: Sblaw.org Email: santabarbaralrs@gmail.com
Proud supporter of the Santa Barbara Legal Aid Foundation Douglas E. Fell
•Joseph D. Abkin
Frederick W. Montgomery Craig S. Granet •Jamie Forrest Raney Michael D. Hellman •Joshua P. Rabinowitz Jennifer Gillon Duffy
•David J. Tappeiner
Gamble T. Parks •Mark A. DePaco
The Santa Barbara County Bar Association is proud to sponsor the 9th annual Chowder Fest Charity Cook-off.
Allan S. Morton •Jessica M. Burns Clark A. Lammers •Linda K. khachek Philip W. Marking of counsel
Welcome
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hank you for attending the Ninth Annual Chowder Fest. Proceeds from Chowder Fest benefit Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County. We are excited to be hosting Chowder Fest at the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum for the first time this year. You will enjoy tasty chowders and food from local venders, wine and beer tastings, and musical offerings from Spencer and The Gardener. Make sure to check out the silent auction to bid on wine, gift certificates, and the chance to attend tonight’s Rod Stewart concert at the Santa Barbara Bowl. We could not make this event happen without all of our amazing sponsors, volunteers, and the Legal Aid Board of Directors and staff. Thank you for joining us and we look forward to seeing you again next year. Sincerely, Jennifer R. Smith Executive Director Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County
Proud Supporter of Chowder Fest and Legal Aid
Chowder On! Alan Blakeboro Mark Carney
John Busby
Robert Forouzandeh
Diana Jessup Lee
Bruce McRoy
Michael Pfau
Daniel Reicker
Andrew Simons
Timothy Trager
Fernando Velez, Jr. Lauren Wideman
Russell Terry
Meghan Woodsome
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Event Sponsors
Thanks to Our Generous Sponsors
Lobster Chowder Circle
Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians
Clam Chowder Circle Title Sponsors
Cappello & NoĂŤl LLP
Fell, Marking, Abkin, Montgomery, Granet & Raney, LLP
Community West Bank
Santa Barbara County Bar Association
Foley, Bezek, Behle & Curtis, LLP Gursey Schneider LLP Reicker, Pfau, Pyle & McRoy LLP Fish Chowder Circle Ambrecht and McDermott LLP Renee Fairbanks Kelly Knight Real Estate Bill and Susan Wagner Wilson & Pettine, LLC
Event Sponsors Vegetable Chowder Circle American Riviera Bank Alan and Carol Blakeboro William L.F. Felstiner Griffith and Thornburgh, LLP Mission Wealth Management Montecito Bank and Trust Mullen and Henzell Price, Postel & Parma LLP Village Properties Corn Chowder Circle Anticouni and Associates Bongiovi Mediation Collins and Associates Drury Pullen, A Prof. Law Corp. Fidelity National Title Group Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld Saji Gunawardane, US Business Counsel Hebda Property and Title Solutions Herring Law Group Law Office of Harvey Wolf Law Offices of Elizabeth E. Vogt Law Offices of Moises Vazquez Montecito Capital Management Nicholson and Schwartz CPAs Nordstrand Black Pulverman & Pulverman, LLP Quinn Fiduciary Services Judge Elinor Reiner Rothschild and Alwill APC Sierra Property Group Thompson Naylor Architects
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Participants
Andersen’s Danish Bakery & Restaurant Bluewater Grill The Brander Vineyard The Brewhouse Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard Café 154 & The Secret Ingredient California Wood Fired Catering Chase Restaurant Bar & Grill Chef Alison Catering Chumash Casino Resort The Creekside Restaurant & Bar Dargan’s Irish Pub & Restaurant Deux Bakery Enterprise Fish Co. Figueroa Mountain Brewing Grassini Family Vineyards
Island Brewing Company Kanaloa Seafood Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards The Nugget Bar & Grill Oreana Winery The Oyster Tin Pali Wine Company Savoy Café & Deli Savoy Wines Seagrape Wine Company Stolpman Vineyards Taqueria El Pastorcito Telegraph Brewing Company Temperance Cellars Via Maestra 42 Whitcraft Winery Whole Foods Market
The Judges
Chef Edie Robertson Private Chef
Mark and Margaret Huston Owners of Jane Restaurant
Known in Santa Barbara for the ten years she spent as former Executive chef/co-owner of the Sojourner Café, Edie Robertson is a multi-talented woman whose petite frame conceals remarkable amounts of energy, talent, and kindness. The impish Robertson achieved fame early: a world skateboarding champion while still in her teens, she was also the lead singer of SheRock, an all female rock band that was the first American rock band to be allowed to perform and record on mainland China. After graduating in 1996 from Western Culinary Institute/Cordon Bleu in Portland Oregon as Valedictorian with top honors, she completed her education with an internship at Aqua Restaurant in San Francisco under celebrity Chef Micheal Mina. Chef Edie returned to Santa Barbara in 1997 and became Executive Chef and co-owner of the Sojourner Café until August of 2008. Recently named one of Santa Barbara’s best private chefs by Santa Barbara Magazine.
The couple met while attending the Culinary Academy in San Francisco. Since that time they operated Marguerite’s By the Sea Restaurant in Montego Bay Jamaica. From there they moved to Santa Barbara and were married. They started their career in Santa Barbara in 1981 when Mark worked at the San Ysidro Ranch and then Brigitte’s. Margaret worked at the San Ysidro Ranch, Norbert’s, Downey’s and Brigitte’s. In 1984 They took over the operation of the Montecito Cafe which was located at the San Ysidro Pharmacy. They moved the Montecito Cafe in 1986 to the Montecito Inn and stayed at that location for 30 years. Mark and Margaret own Jane Restaurant on State Street and Jane at the Marketplace in Goleta. Jane restaurants culinary focus is on reasonably priced, simple, made form scratch, no fuss fresh and delicious food, in cozy and warm surroundings with fast and friendly service. Mark and Margaret have been married for 37 years and have 3 children.
Diana Cuttrell Executive Chef/Owner at Dining With Di
Kaity Swanson Manager, Chuck’s Waterfront Grill & The Endless Summer bar-café.
Diana Cuttrell is second generation Californian, coming from a family well rooted in the culinary world. Her grandfather established Mother’s Cake and Cookie Company in 1914 and her mother and father were owners of a very successful steak house in Northern California. Diana has always been interested in food and has a great palate. She started her own successful catering business in Santa Barbara in 2009. When she is not in the kitchen cooking, or catering a special event, you can find her out surfing, on horseback or on the tennis courts!
Kaity, a Santa Barbara native, has been part of the Chuck’s Waterfront Grill & Endless Summer team now for twelve years. In 2013, it was her crew that proudly brought home the “Best Chowder” title. With Kaity’s attention to detail, her passion for food and a true love for Santa Barbara hospitality, she stands out as a leader on the restaurant scene here in Santa Barbara. WARNING: As quite the chowder authority, if your entry doesn’t meet Kaity’s expectations, “Boss Lady” will let you know it!!
The Winner’s Circle Past Chowder Champs 2010
The Boathouse
2011
Y’s Foods
2012
Outback Steakhouse
2013
Chuck’s Waterfront Grill
2014
Three Pickles
2015
Four Seasons Biltmore
2016
The Nugget
2017
Three Pickles
Winning chowder from Chuck’s Waterfront Grill
Past People’s Choice Award Winners 2010
Opal Restaurant and Bar
2011
Arch Rock Fish
2012
Chuck’s Waterfront Grill
2014
Three Pickles
2015
Jalama Beach Grill
2016
Crocodile Restaurant and Bar
2017
Jalama Beach Grill
Four Seasons Biltmore
Chuck’s Waterfront Grill
Jalama Beach Grill
Crocodile Restaurant & Bar
In Loving Memory
Legal Aid Foundation OF SANTA BARBARA COUNTY
Allan Ghitterman
September 17, 1924 – January 29, 2018 Board Member of the Legal Aid Foundation from 2004-2018.
Former 15-year Practicing Attorney • Specialist in Probate, Trust & Estate Sales Kelly brings a combined 30-years of experience to every real estate transaction that she handles
www.KellyKnightRealEstate.com 805.895.4406 • 1436 State Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101 BRE # 01463617
In Loving Memory
NordstrandBlack PC
a Plaintiff ’s Personal Injury Law Firm proudly sponsors Chowderfest NordstrandBlack PC has a dynamic team of highly skilled trial lawyers, undeterred by challenges and devoted to every case we take. Experienced: We have more than 80 years of combined trial experience representing people injured by the negligent, reckless or intentional acts of individuals, companies and public entities. Passion: At NordstrandBlack we care about our clients and are committed to proving their cases with integrity and professionalism. Results: When you refer a client to NordstrandBlack for representation you can be assured that our firm will handle their case to maximize the value for them. Our office has skilled and talented plaintiff ’s lawyers who have the knowledge and resources to provide our clients with access to the best experts and innovative trial techniques so that they can be victorious and get maximum compensation.
Bob Lovejoy 1948 – 2018
Beloved owner of the Three Pickles Restaurant & Chowder Champ 2013 3rd Place Traditional Chowder
2015 2nd Place Traditional Chowder
2014 Chowder Champ/ 2017 Chowder Champ Best Clam Chowder People’s Choice Award Winner
33 W. Mission Street, Suite 206 Santa Barbara, CA 93101 T. 805.962.2022 F. 805.962.5001 E. info@nblaw.us Website: www.nordstrandlaw.com
Mullen & Henzell H E R R I N G L AW G R O U P
Proud Sponsors of Legal Aid Foundation Of Santa Barbara County
Herring Law Group handles complex family law matters in the 805 – and beyond. We take our profession seriously, and our clients enjoy the rewards.
831 State Street, Santa Barbara, California 93101-‐3227 Tel: (805) 564-‐2444, Fax: (805) 965-‐5950, Email: info@cappellonoel.com
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Real Estate Sales & Purchases Re-Finance
Mediator • Arbitrator • Discovery Referee
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The Law Office of Renee M. Fairbanks is a proud supporter of Legal Aid.
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Bill and Susan Wagner are pleased to support the
Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County and the outstanding work that they do.
Recipes
Autumn Clam Chowder with Corn, Anaheim Chili, and Delicata Squash (Serves 6) INGREDIENTS 1 cup white onion (diced) 2 cups celery (diced) 2 large fresh Anaheim chiles (diced) 2 ears of corn (kernels removed and set aside; cobs discarded, saved for stock or other use) 1 small delicata squash (seeded & diced, keep skin on) 2 cups heavy cream 1 quart whole milk ½ cup unsalted butter 2 tablespoons olive oil ½ cup all-purpose flour 3 cups canned or fresh chopped clams with their juice 3 dashes of your favorite hot sauce ½ tablespoon Old Bay seasoning salt & pepper to taste PROCEDURE 1. Begin by heating the butter and olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium high heat. 2. Add the onion, celery, chiles, delicata squash, and corn to the pot. Sauté for 6 minutes. This is also a good time to add a pinch of salt and pepper. 3. Add the flour to the pot and whisk vigorously until the flour is incorporated. Continue cooking for two minutes, whisking often to avoid scorching. 4. Slowly whisk in the milk and cream. Then bring the chowder up to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes or until chowder thickens. 5. Finish chowder with a few dashes of hot sauce and a pinch of Old Bay seasoning. I like topping mine with oyster crackers for a little crunch. It’s also great with your favorite crusty sourdough bread. Recipe By Avery Hardin
Slow Cooker Corn Chowder Elegant and comforting creamy vegan corn chowder soup is perfect for fall entertaining. Similar to traditional New England clam chowder yet made with sweet maize kernels and potatoes instead of seafood! Pairs well with an extra dry sparkling wine. (Serves:Â 6-8) INGREDIENTS 2 16 oz. bags of frozen organic corn kernels 1 small onion, diced 2 celery stalks, diced 1 carrot, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 3 Tbsp. of cornstarch 2 tsp. of Himalayan salt 1/2 tsp. of white pepper 1 tsp. of paprika 2 cups of diced yellow potatoes 4 cups of vegetable broth 1-1/2 cups of coconut milk creamer 1 Tbsp. of freshly chopped parsley 1 Tbsp. of freshly chopped chives 1 Tbsp. of freshly chopped thyme Hot sauce (optional) PROCEDURE Add all the ingredients (except hot sauce) into the slow cooker. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. Add to a blender to puree. If desired top with hot sauce. Recipe by Danielle Fahrenkrug (Delightful Mom Food) delightfulmomfood.com
Clam, Ham and Yam Chowder (Serves 6) INGREDIENTS 1/3 cup olive oil 4 ounces diced country ham or tasso 4 small diced red chilis, or pinch of crushed red pepper 1 bay leaf 2 cups peeled and diced sweet potatoes 5 garlic cloves, minced ½ tsp. kosher salt ½ cup dry white wine 1 cup chopped tomatoes (fresh or canned) 1 ½ cup low sodium chicken or seafood stock ¼ cups half-and-half 3 lbs. manila or littleneck clams, scrubbed ½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper 3 Tbsps. chopped parsley PROCEDURE Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ham, chilies or crushed red pepper, and bay leaf and cook, stirring frequently, for about 2 minutes. Add the sweet potatoes, garlic and salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potatoes begin to soften, about 6-8 minutes. Add the wine and cook for another minute. Add the tomatoes, stock and half-and-half and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a paring knife. Add the clams, cover, and cook over high heat until the shells open, 6-8 minutes. Discard any clams that do not open and remove the chilis and bay leaf. Sprinkle the chowder with the pepper and parsley and serve with crusty bread. Recipe and photo by James Stefiuk
Lobster Corn Chowder By Chef Brenda Simon
INGREDIENTS 1-2 Lobster Tails, roasted in the oven, reserve shells 1 T olive oil and 1 T butter 3 T Chopped Garlic 1 medium Yellow Onion, diced 3 sprigs Fresh Thyme 2 T Cajun Spice Mix ½ cup Brandy 1 cup water 1 qt Heavy Cream 1 cup half and half 2 ears Yellow Corn, baked in the husk, shucked, and kernels cut 4 slices Thick Smoked Bacon, crispy, diced 2 Russet Potatoes, baked, skins removed, mashed (lumps are ok) Chipotle Tabasco PROCEDURE Roast lobster tails in the shells in a 375 degree oven for about 10 minutes. Remove meat and dice. Reserve. Continue to roast lobster shells until toasty, fragrant and brown. In a large stock pot, sautÊ butter, olive oil, garlic and onion until translucent with the fresh thyme sprigs about 10 minutes. Add the reserved lobster shells and brandy. Boil the brandy until it is reduced by 2/3 and add the water, heavy cream, half and half and the spice mix. Stir to mix well. Reduce heat to medium low. Add the corn kernels, bacon and mashed potatoes. Mix well. Add a few shakes of chipotle tabasco. Let simmer until the flavors have melded. Remove thyme stems and lobster shells and add the cooked lobster meat just before serving. Adjust salt and pepper to your liking.
About Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County All Chowder Fest proceeds benefit the Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County. The Legal Aid Foundation is a non-profit law firm that provides free legal services to Santa Barbara County residents who are in danger of homelessness, violence, or financial exploitation. The Legal Aid Foundation assists low-income county residents, seniors, persons with disabilities, and victims of domestic violence and elder abuse. The organization has offices in Santa Barbara, Lompoc, and Santa Maria. Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County has been providing free legal services since 1959. Many people are unaware that when factoring in cost of living, Santa Barbara County’s poverty rate is estimated to be 23% of all residents. Our vision is to ensure that everyone, regardless of their financial status, has habitable shelter, adequate income, and protection from domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse. Our attorneys and staff are trained to work with people who have little knowledge of our legal system, people with mental or physical disabilities, and people who speak a language other than English. Last year, our Legal Aid attorneys advised or represented 973 families and individuals who needed help during a time of crisis. These clients included survivors of the Thomas Fire and Montecito debris flows who had immediate, critical legal issues arising from these disasters. Our courthouse-based Legal Resource Center attorneys helped an additional 6,525 Santa Barbara County residents navigate the legal system. A generous group of volunteer attorneys also provided outreach clinics in civil law, immigration, and family law matters and participated in the bankruptcy clinic. Student volunteers assisted with interpretation, paperwork, and other special projects. In total, Legal Aid attorneys and volunteers assisted 7,957 individuals and clients in legal matters. On behalf of our clients, Board of Directors, volunteers, and staff, thank you for your support of Chowder Fest so that we can continue to use our legal education to help those most in need.