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Hidden behind tall hedges and lush landscaping, this traditional Santa Barbara estate sits on roughly 1.2 acres within the desirable Hope Ranch community surrounded by vast mountain and canyon views. The four-bedroom, four-and-one-half bathroom main house boasts approximately 4,890 square feet along with vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, impressive French doors and windows and an abundance of natural light, giving off a great sense of comfort and sophistication. The bedrooms are comprised of two primary bedroom suites with fireplaces (at the entry level and upstairs), two additional bedrooms and an office suite. The kitchen is flawlessly complimented with chef’s grade Miele appliances, marble countertops, a bar and a butler’s pantry. The home has been meticulously renovated with the finest attention to detail, bringing it to today’s standards while maintaining its charm of a bygone era. The second residence is just under 1,200 square feet and hosts two bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen and lower-level storage room. This gated compound is entirely fenced, providing you with a great deal of privacy and peacefulness. Outside hosts an infinity pool and spa, an oversized fire pit, wine cellar, lush yard, fruit trees and an outdoor kitchen. A gym, standalone sauna, electric gate, charging stations and a large playground complete this exceptional property.
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Hana-Lee Sedgwick is a writer, editor, and marketing consultant born and raised in Santa Barbara A certified specialist of wine and sommelier, she loves sharing the world of wine with people, and happily spends her downtime eating, drinking, and wandering throughout California wine country and beyond Follow her on Instagram @wanderandwine
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Born and raised in France, Laurence began her culinary training at age three A cooking teacher and chef, she is available for small group and private events, specializing in seasonal menus centered around Santa Barbara’s organic produce and local seafood To learn more, visit www marketforays com
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Nancy Ransohoff is a writer and editor who’s worked at Bon Appe tit, Architectural Digest, and Frommer’s guidebooks She currently writes for 805 Living magazine and covers Santa Barbara area restaurants for Westways magazine . She was a writer and editor for the guidebook “Hometown Santa Barbara,” and loves to help show off this beautiful place we’re lucky enough to call home .
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Kelly achieves this through her business’ three-pronged approach to wellness: As a health and fitness professional, she offers tips and tricks for achieving healthier lifestyles,
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helping people transform their lives by adopt ing simple habits they can stick with She also encourages people to grow their own produce at home, be it within their own garden or through the unique vertical tower growing system she represents, called Tower Garden by Juice Plus+ In fact, she and Sandy operate and “farm” 25 of their own towers on the roof of their vacation rental complex in downtown Santa Barbara (launched in 2011 as Chapala Gardens, with Jake as the original farmer), proving that you don’t need a traditional garden — or even much space! — to have healthy, nutritious food at your fingertips .
to go eat more plants,” she says “I want to help people understand why a nutritious, plant-forward diet can improve health and well-being, but I also strive to make it easier for anyone to grow their own plants and learn how to easily use those ingredients in recipes to make at home .”
Designed with approachability and enjoy ment in mind, recipes have ranged from side dishes like sage and garlic hasselback pota toes, to one-pot meals such as coconut curry, to indulgent yet healthy treats like black bean brownies And while the mother-daughter duo do showcase some of their favorite go-to recipes, more often than not they’re actually making a recipe for the first time on camera .
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recipes from scratch, or we take recipes from local restaurants and ‘veganize’ them, but you can always expect them to be vegan, glu ten-free, health-conscious, and delicious ”
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“I want to help people understand why a nutritious, plant-forward diet can improve health and wellbeing, but I also strive to make it easier for anyone to grow their own plants and learn how to easily use those ingredients in recipes to make at home.”
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“Now on our ninth season, ‘Cooking With Jake & Joy’ started out as a fun way to show people how easy it is to include more plants in their everyday or special occasion meals — all without having to sacrifice great taste,” explains Kelly, who was joined by Jake after the fourth season “Sometimes we create the
“Sometimes things happen and it may not all go perfectly, but that’s part of the fun,” says Kelly. “After all, growing, cooking, and eating more plants doesn’t need to be complicated or intimidating, and we’re here to show how easy, fun, and truly tasty it can be
Kelly is on a mission to help people eat and grow more plants . In fact, her motto, “Grow Healthy, Be Happy,” isn’t just a cute catch phrase, it’s what motivates her in business and in life every day Health and fitness have been a significant part of Kelly’s life since college, from her early days teaching aerobics and compet ing nationally, to her time running her own health club in the Pacific Northwest, to her job as a marketing director for a national wellness company Building upon her diverse background in health and nutrition, Kelly has spent the last decade plus becoming a multi-hyphenate entrepreneur in the wellness space As a health and business coach, vegan cooking show host, and co-owner of Chapala Gardens, a rooftop garden and vacation rental in Santa Barbara, Kelly has created a reward ing career that she’s grateful to call her own . Now working alongside her daughter, Jake, and her husband, Sandy, Kelly is committed to helping people live their best life by mak ing plant-based eating more approachable and convenient “My job is not to just tell people
Finally, to bring it full circle, Kelly co-hosts an online cooking show with Jake, offering quick and delicious solutions for incorporating plants at home
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To put together: arrange all of the parts on a beautiful platter with little dishes for the “creme fraiche” and toppings . With the blini as a base, layer the “crème fraîche,” “caviar,” red onion, capers, and chopped egg . Pair with your favor ite champagne or sparkling wine
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Egg replacer equivalent to 1 egg 2 tablespoon Miyoko’s “butter” melted and cooled plus a little extra for cooking the blini
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Gluten-free blinis
1/2 cup buckwheat flour
Cannabis beverages have come a long way in the last two years, and Wunder is really leading the pack with their range of flavors and ratios Blackberry Lemon, Blood Orange Bitters, Grapefruit Hibiscus, and Watermelon Basil — they’re all delicious and complex, great for mixing or just serving on the rocks It’s great that they have a mi cro-dose option as well as a higher dose option, so there’s something for everyone . A perfect way to unwind at the end of a long day.
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Whisk dry ingredients together and set aside In a separate bowl, whisk wet ingredients together and then whisk into the dry mix just until combined Don’t overwhisk
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1 ounce fresh grapefruit juice
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Heat. a large skillet over medium heat with a pat of Miyoko’s and swirl to coat Once the pan is hot (drop of water should steam) spoon dollops of the batter evenly around the skillet Cook until bubbles form, flip and cook until golden brown on both sides Continue with all of the batter
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1 can Wunder Grapefruit Hibiscus
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Vegan crème fraîche
1 tablespoon coconut sugar or regular sugar
Mix well in a 12-ounce glass of ice, garnish and enjoy!
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Katie and her husband, Jason, also have a local CSA deliv ery company called FarmCart Organics . If you live anywhere from Calabasas to Goleta, you can get a lot of the same farm fresh produce— as well of some of The
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A more recent addition to the lo cal dining scene, The Good Plow serves real, good food just two blocks from Linden, the main downtown street All ingredients are certified organic, with many grown locally Think fresh salads,
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For burgers, fries, and milkshakes made the old-fashioned way, don’t miss The Spot, a Carp classic since 1958 (Heads up: It’s cash only, and you should be prepared to wait in line ) And if you’re look ing for a great burrito, check out Beach Liquor . Yep, a liquor store that serves life-affirming burritos . What will this town think of next?
In their own words, “We brew what we want, not what we think people will drink . We don’t have flagship beers, we rarely repeat
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Cook seafood in lemon or vinegar. The acid reacts with the TMA to reduce the smell
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Put a bowl of white vinegar on the kitchen counter while cooking and overnight.
Remember to rinse raw fish in cold water and pat dry before freezing.
Turn on the kitchen hood vents and open the windows while cooking. Or, like grandpa, pre pare it outside
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Taking that somethings fishy smell outside
Buy fresh fish. Did you know that an essential way to avoid the fish smell in your home is by using fresh, high-quality fish? The fish odor comes from the breakdown of acid and fat compounds, called TMA, and a bacterial breakdown that happens when seafood hits the air Visit your local fishermen and seafood markets for the fresh est catch It’s as easy as walking the docks and asking around!
Some people use milk! If you soak raw fish in milk for up to 20 minutes, “the milk’s casein protein binds to the TMA and reduces odor.”
grandmotherIunderstand some are intimi dated about cooking fish, but I’m here to share ways to prevent and eliminate odors while cooking seafood inside the home . Besides its nutritional content and sup porting local fishermen, one of the great things about seafood is its versatility when preparing and eating it (Plus, it’s quick and easy to cook!) Using a few pro tips below, may the fear of cooking seafood be no more!
How to prevent fish odor when cooking seafood in your home
I also read that adding baking soda and water to a crockpot on low for a few hours or overnight will do the trick
Grocery stores also offer quality fish if you know what you’re look ing for. For example, check if the eyes are bright and clear, scales are shiny, and the flesh is firm, moist, and with a fresh-cut ap pearance (no discoloration around the edges) Also, make sure that pre-packaged steaks and fillets are air-tight
Use citrus peels. This next trick is an excellent house freshening hack to use at any time and great use of those extra California citrus peels! In water, simmer citrus slices or peels, cinnamon sticks, and ground ginger for 15 minutes or longer (Combine or leave out items as you wish ) For an extra boost, walk around your space with the steaming pot so the vapors can sweeten all areas of your home
Pro tips:
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Growing up, one of my favorite smells was from my grandfather frying fish on the back porch in the summertime His daily catch was egg-battered and breaded in a cornmeal mixture that I wish I remembered how to make it . However, as much as my grand mother loved the meal, there was a reason he cooked on the back porch; frying made the home par ticularly pungent, so ventilation was necessary (Thank goodness for outside space ) The house stayed fresh, our bellies full, and all were happy Especially my
If you have a tip, we’d love to hear it! Please send it to megan waldrep@icloud.com Thanks for reading, and happy seafood eating! the home
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your image of stuffed peppers goes back to the 1970s and large, stodgy green bells filled with a boring mix of rice and ground beef, think again There are much more colorful and fun options to play with The problem with stuffing peppers whole is that they tend to get soggy and mushy unless you batter and fry them a la chile rellenos If you don’t want to fry, the way to go is slice your peppers in half lengthwise so that steam escapes as they’re roasting, concentrating their sweetness, and finish with a quick broil for deliciously charred edges If you like spice, use ancho or
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You could make a mix of ground lamb, rice, and pistachios, accented with sumac and mint, for example, or fill your peppers with farro cooked in fresh tomato puree with garlic, olive oil, basil, and pinenuts, tied together with fresh mozzarella and finished with a lemony gremolata . Fillings are only limited by your imagination, so don’t be afraid to experiment, and enjoy the many colorful peppers of summer .
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to 400 degrees Slice the peppers in half lengthwise, removing seeds and cottony ribs
Add the olive oil to the pan along with the onion, garlic, and jalapeno . Sauté until the onions begin to caramelize .
Anaheim chilies instead of bell peppers You can also use small chilies or bite-size sweet peppers if you want to prepare them for an hors d’oeuvre
2 jalapeno chilies (or to taste), chopped fine 1/3 cup tomatillos, chopped
Serve with crema and cut-up limes
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3 tablespoons olive oil
Place the peppers, cut side up, on a lightly oiled baking sheet and place in the oven so they begin to soften and sweeten while you prepare your filling .
1/2 cup crema (at Mexican markets)
6 colorful sweet peppers, or substitute Ancho chilies if you want a spicier result
Cut-up
Heat up a sauté pan and lightly toast the cumin .
1Filling:1/2cup fresh sweet corn kernels
Add the tomatillo and the sweet corn . Reduce the heat and cook until the corn is tender, about 2 minutes Turn off the heat Stir in the tomatoes and cilantro, and add salt to taste
Remove the peppers from the oven, and fill them with your mix Top with the queso fresco and return to the oven for about 10 minutes
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered depend ing on size
1 cup crumbled queso fresco (at Mexican markets)
Ingredients – Serves 6
stuffed PePPers WIth sWeet Corn, Cherry tomatoes, and queso fresCo
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1/3 cup red onion, chopped into quarter-inch pieces
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
For real crema and queso fresco, shop at a Mexican market where they portion it to order My local favorite is Mayo’s Taqueria on De la Vina Street
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt to taste
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½ cup Chinese broccoli (with flowers)
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½ cup of raw chickpea sprouts, pea sprouts or pistachio nuts
In a small bowl whisk together white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper Set the dressing aside
Mint leaves (optional)
the salmon
2 Tb . finely chopped chives
1 teaspoon raw honey
Six 7 oz Wild Alaskan King Salmon filets, cut lengthwise 1/2 inch in thickness You can request that the market do this for you when you place your order from their website at www sbfish com
½ cup of blackberries
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1/4 cup olive oil
farmers market sPInaCh salad tossed In honey mustard dressIng
IngredIents:
1/4 cup almonds, blanched & sliced
1 handful of microgreens or sprouts
1 Tbsp . black sesame seeds
1 Tbsp white sesame seeds
Pan seared alaskan kIng salmon
¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Equally good as an entrée or appetizer, this gor geous baby spinach salad works like a charm every time And paired with the sweet fruitiness of a Grenache Rosé, it makes for a special weeknight or weekend affair! Serves 4, Prep Time: 15 minutes, Cook Time: 0 minutes
1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1/2 cup pistachios, shelled
In a large bowl toss together baby spinach leaves, radicchio, green onion slices and Chinese broccoli .
Ingredients: Serves 6
1 tsp . Madras curry
2 stalks of green onion, diced
4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
½ cup radicchio, finely chopped
Pinch of salt and pepper
honey mustard dressIng:
Set out 4 plates and divide evenly Sprinkle evenly on top of each salad the raw garbanzo bean sprouts and pea sprouts, microgreens and berries Drizzle with the honey mustard dressing and garnish with mint leaves
½ cup of raspberries
¼ cup white wine vinegar
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Place pistachio mixture on cookie sheet Dredge salmon filets, covering both sides Pour olive oil into hot iron skillet Sear both sides of salm on until golden brown, approx 1 minute per side Salmon should be cooked medium rare Do not overcook or fish will be dry .
Use perfectly clean jars, pack them with your vegetables and herbs so they’re snug but not crushed, then cover with the brine . Wipe the tops clean and screw on the lids . Allow to cool on the counter before refrigerating .
the vInaIgrette
1 cup Olive Oil Salt and Pepper to taste
1/3 cup Red Wine
Use fresh vegetables Seasonal vegetables fresh from the farmers’ market or your own garden work best Try a mix of rainbow carrot spears with dill, green garlic and shaved fennel, for example, or asparagus spears with thyme and bunch onions Experiment and have fun developing your own favorites
Place pistachios, al monds, curry, chives and sesame seeds in food processor Mix for 20 secondsRemove and set aside
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Filling your jars
Give them a few days
1/4 cup Egg Yolk
Beat in lime juice, salt, pepper & Tabasco Set aside at room tempera ture
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2 bunches Cilantro
ground black pepper (to Whiptaste)butter in small mixing bowl until soft and creamy Blend in avocado, cilantro, and garlic
1 cup Water
walls, so make sure you like the taste of the brine . A 50/50 ratio of vinegar to water is standard . Salt, sugar, herbs and spices complement the liquid . I like to bring my brine to a boil and let it simmer for a few minutes to release the flavor of the spices in the mix
Place all the above ingre dients in a blender except for the olive oil Slowly add the olive oil until it is smooth and emulsifies
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Make a tasty brine You’re about to submerge your veggies in a liquid that will penetrate their cell
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Wait at least two days or better a week be fore eating your pickles, to let their flavor develop
a lot of buzz right now about the health benefits of eating pickled or fermented foods, but there’s also some confusion about the meaning of the terms . Pickling means to preserve a food in acid or brine, but not all pickles are fermented . Traditional kosher style dill pickles, sauerkraut, and kimchi are examples of fermented pickles, made using a salt brine, and they’re the ones that con tain the gut-friendly lactobacilli bacteria Vegetables pickled in a vinegar solution and stored in the fridge, a technique known as quick-pickling, lack the lacto bacilli but they’re still very healthy, tasty, and are easier for beginners since you’re not relying on fermentation to create the acidity needed for preservation, but are submerging the vegetables in an acidic solution from the start
Vinegar
1 oz . Cumin
avoCado butter 1/2 cup
1/4 cup Brown Sugar
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ARCHITECT PROFILE
The design philosophy of architect Michael Holliday, FAIA
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elegant structures still resonate powerfully with me today,” says Holliday
After receiving his Bachelor of Design de gree from the University of Florida College of Architecture, Holliday went on to earn a Master of Architecture degree from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo “I was fortunate to be part of a unique and talented group of students at the UF Col lege of Architecture back in the late 1970s and early ’80s that seriously embraced environmental design and modernism as mutually compatible ideals,” says Holliday.
Michael Holliday, FAIA, LEED AP, has been quietly making his mark on the built environment of the Santa Barbara community for more than 30 years His work spans a diversity of purpose, function, and style, including everything from offices and international nonprofit headquarters to homes and restaurants
Holliday co-founded DMHA Architecture + Interior Design in Santa Barbara in 2012 as prin cipal architect, and now has three other partners in the firm . He previously started JM Holliday Associates in 2007 as its principal architect
The vocation may be in his blood, as Holli day’s father, James B . Holliday, AIA, was part of the famed Sarasota School of Architecture led by modernist architect Paul Rudolph in the late 1950s and early ’60s on the Gulf Coast of Flor ida “As a young boy, my father would walk me through some of Rudolph’s most iconic and beau tiful modernist homes on Siesta Key, where we lived, and the memories of those clean, simple,
These influences continue to inform his work today while creatively incorporating the in creasing importance of green and sustainable design and fire resistance qualities in building in this area A standout project that brings these principles to life is the Zen Hacienda residence in Santa Barbara, which was completed in 2012, with construction by Gene Vernon & Associates taking one year from start to finish
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In addition to residential projects, Holl iday is known for his work in the nonprofit arena. Over the years, he and his firm have completed the Direct Relief corporate head quarters and Habitat for Humanity housing.
“We wanted to let the new home take siteadvantagemaximumofthewithitsoceanandmountainviews.”
Each of Holliday’s projects is unique, but what they have in common is beautiful
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After the original home on the site was destroyed in the 2008 Tea Fire, Holliday worked with the clients to create their dream of a warm contemporary home, which they ultimately dubbed their Zen Hacienda. “We took the opportunity to build a green and fire-resistant house, and we wanted to let the new home take maximum advantage of the site with its ocean and mountain views,” says Holliday. The architectural composition creates a serene Hawaiian and Japanese feel with its clean, simple lines. “The house is nestled in the foothills to have an indoor-out door feeling,” says Holliday. “Santa Barbara is a place where you can do that.”
The inviting home is constructed of highly fire-resistant, non-combustible materials such as tempered glass panels on the exte rior, and is surrounded by outdoor patios, steel-trellised porticos, and drought-tolerant, fire-resistive landscape. “We analyzed all of
our materials,” says Holliday, a LEED-ac credited professional, “paying attention to fire resistance and energy efficiency in design elements like dual-pane glazing of the windows to keep the house open to vistas while making sure that when the sun shines in the summer there’s not a tremendous solar gain.”
“I’ve always had a passion for nonprofit work,” he says. The landmark Santa Barbara Bowl Project, for which he served as princi pal architect, working with DesignARC from the early 1990s through 2007, is another design that’s close to his heart.
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“That sense of place and authenticity is what makes people want to spend time there.”
Holliday and DMHA have earned numerous awards for their work, including the 2021 Honor Award for Design Excel lence from the AIA Santa Barbara Chapter for the Cabrillo Commercial Complex, 2021 Industry Professional of the Year from the Santa Barbara Contractors Association, and 2020 U.S. Green Building Council Honor Award for the Direct Relief Corpo rate Headquarters. But perhaps the biggest honor is the lasting contribution to the evolving design fabric of the community.
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design that functions well. That range of functions can be seen in DMHA’s work in Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone, where their projects include the Channel Islands Surf boards flagship store, SB Biergarten, Oku, and Flor de Maiz restaurants. The firm also designed Reunion Kitchen + Drink in the Cabrillo Pavilion. “What’s cool about the Funk Zone is the honest re-interpreta tion of what came before,” says Holliday, referring to the neighborhood’s industri al, arty origins. “That sense of place and authenticity is what makes people want to spend time there.”
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Designing for the senses: sound
John Lubbock
By adjusting the water flow, you can change the musical notes to suit your mood and circumstanceThereareother ways to integrate sound into your garden design . Wind chimes are a simple way to do this They come in many
The aesthetic of sound
Water has been a traditional garden design element since long-ago Babylon . Placed at the center of a town in ancient times, foun tains were a source of water for townspeople and were both functional and beautiful . The central fountain became a place to meet, gossip, and find out the happenings of the day
Gardens are living works of art and like any work of art, they are designed to create an effect on the senses Unlike paintings or photographs, a garden creates effects on all the senses: sight, sound, touch, smell, and even emotion Sound as part of gar den design isn’t something often considered but is just as important as sight and fragrance, and can come from a variety of sources The most obvious source of sound in a garden is water
melodic varieties, from light and ethereal to dramatic and commanding The effect is entirely up to you
The Spanish colonial architecture of Mon tecito and Santa Barbara, made popular by George Washington Smith, shows Moorish influences, and fountains are a vital element to these designs The gardens of Casa del Herrera and Lotusland display that influence in their fountains
But, as they depended on gravity to function, fountains were also a feat of engineering
Blocking unwanted sounds
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In some neighborhoods of Montecito and San ta Barbara there is the persistent and some what annoying noise from the 101 freeway Water features, fountains, and wind chimes provide the solution Your ear is attracted to the sounds of water and the music of wind chimes, distracting you from the noise of the highway It’s amazing how this works . It’s as if you are natively drawn to aesthetics After a bit you don’t even notice the less desirable sounds
The beauty of simplicity
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Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass on a summer day listening to the murmur of water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is hardly a waste of time.
No need to get fancy when adding an element of water . A deep recess in small boulder can
The beauty and aesthetic of fountains far outweigh the small amount of water they use Did you know you can “tune” your fountain?
Our precious pollinators need a source of water in our relentlessly dry summers . Bees, butterflies, and birds of all kinds will flock to your garden if you provide water Any water source will do and will give pollinators a reason to visit your garden and help to keep these vital garden visitors alive and prospering
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provide a hint of water without the fuss Crazy as it seems, the drip of water from a faucet into a decora tive basin is a simple way to add the sound of water, and doubles as a dog bowl!
The birds and the bees
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There are other ways to add elements of sound to your garden Like the crunch of gravel beneath your feet as you walk a garden path, the sound of wind through conifer trees, leaves falling from an oak, birds singing, bees humming Pay attention to the sounds next time you walk through your garden You may be Everysurprisedgardendeserves elements of sound Add fountains, birdbaths, and chimes to your garden wish list The options are pretty endless, and so is the enjoyment .
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Looking at sculpture can either make you think or it can make you smile Susan Read Cronin’s work does both Known for her playful bronze sculptures, Cronin lets her imagi nation take flight in figurative and narrative works depicting a range of subjects, from rabbits and dogs to elephants and pigs, along with the occasional human Many of Cronin’s sculptures conjure humorous and allegorical themes while incorporating layers and nuances of meaning and a whimsical sense of play. Her bronze “Really Rapid Rabbit,” which was displayed during the National Sculpture Society’s SculptureCaliforniaExhibition at the National Sculpture Society Gallery in New York City in 2020, is composed of a one-eared rabbit riding a wobbly tricycle “I love looking at the negative space created by ladders, springs, and wheels,” says Cronin . “Most of my pieces are not perfect, and ‘Really Rapid Rabbit’s’ wheels capture the wobble I was after . To keep the rabbit aerodynamic, I gave him only one ear . There are no pedals or brakes on this trike He’s freewheeling — perhaps holding on for dear life or maybe not even moving an inch My guess is, he thinks he’s going really fast ”
A theme throughout Cronin’s work is play “A lot of the creative process for me is staying open to seeing things and not be ing locked into any one idea,” she says “I have to be willing to run with it and play ”
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In addition to sculpture, the multi-fac eted artist explores media including paper cuts, collage, photography, and poetry. She’s written and published two books of poetry, “Notices” and “OPEN,” that are available on her website and at Tecolote Book Shop in Montecito
Susan Read Cronin:
After studying with renowned sculp tors Jane B Armstrong and Walter Matia, Cronin spent most of her artistic career in Vermont, relocating to Santa Barbara in 2016 She’s had numerous solo exhibitions of her work and her bronzes are held in public and private collections around the country.
“When I first started casting in bronze I thought it was like M&Ms,” she says with a smile “You dip the clay sculpture in a bucket of bronze ” She quickly realized that the process requires more than 20 intri cate steps to be performed over several months She works closely with the skilled artisans at Masters in Metal foundry in Oxnard to produce her finished sculptures “I call it a team sport,” she says She wrote a small handbook, “Bronze Casting in a Nutshell,” which describes the complex process in simple terms and features illustrations by her father, A .D . Read .
“just about everything,” she says “A word in the crossword puzzle might remind me of something and then I’m on a rip!”
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Cronin, who has been practicing sculp ture for more than 25 years, has always been creative The Montecito-based artist is a graduate of Williams College in Mas sachusetts, where she majored in English and took Studio Arts classes in etching, painting, sculpture, and drawing, develop ing an enduring passion for art and design “I have to be creative every day,” she says “It feeds my soul ” She finds inspiration in
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Cronin, posing playfully, among her many sculptures. Opposite: Rabbit over a hat. “Looking for the magic.”
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Santa Barbara County has established a reputation for producing world-class wines such as pinot noir, chardonnay, and syrah, what you may not realize is that over 65 different varieties of grapes are planted here Suffice it to say, Santa Barbara wine is all about variety — in both grapes and wine style — so perhaps it’s not surprising that the 200-plus tasting rooms and wineries pouring these wines are just as diverse
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Though we could never narrow down a list to the “best” wineries in Santa Barbara wine country (we truly love them all!), what we can do is share a few tasting experiences that stand out . From vineyard tours to library tastings, here are 10 wineries offering noteworthy winery experiences to seek out
10 Santa Barbara Wine Country experiences to add to your must enjoy list!
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Founded in 2012 by proprietor Roger Bower, Crown Point is dedicated to producing cabernet sauvignon and Bordeaux blends from its estate vineyard in the Happy Canyon Appointments here may be limited, but serious enthusiasts who plan ahead will be rewarded with an immersive tour of the beautiful property and a private tasting of their highly acclaimed wines Named “Best Winery Tour” in USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Travel Awards 2021, the guided “Discover Crown Point” experience starts with an off-road tour through the vines, to help you fully understand the lay of the land, followed by a behindthe-scenes look at the production facility and barrel room . A seated tasting of limited-production wines concludes the experience, including both current releases and a library vintage, accompanied by a selection of cheeses
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Though The Hilt has been quietly turning heads for its pinot noir and chardonnay wines since 2008 — made by the same team behind JONATA wines — the 2021 opening of its tasting room near Lompoc quickly earned the label some new fans The
Owned by the Gleason family, Roblar Winery is known for crafting Rhône, Italian, Bordeaux, and Burgundian wines from throughout Santa Barbara County, as well as from their own estate vineyards The stately tasting room, located just a few minutes from Los Olivos, sits upon 40 acres along Highway 154, making it a convenient, but no less picturesque, place to visit in wine country. Now, with an expanded food program, led by chef Peter Cham, there’s never been a better time to visit Emphasizing ingredients grown in their own threeacre organic farm, Roblar’s delectable lunch and weekend brunch menu offerings rotate according to the season, but you can always expect the “Birds and Bubbles” special every Thursday night Featuring fried chicken paired with sparkling wine, it’s sure to become a winery experience you’ll want to repeat again and again
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stunning space, known as The Barn at The Hilt Estate, gives oenophiles access to the renowned wines of both JONATA and The Hilt, from chardonnays and pinot noirs to syrah, sauvignon blanc, and cabernet franc Reserve one of the two flight experiences offered, then sit back and relax as you admire the moody, elevated setting of The Barn, which features an expansive ceiling, rustic, yet sleek lounge areas, fireplaces, and communal tables, along with massive sliding glass barn doors that showcase unobstructed views of the vines . Just bring layers, though, as the cooling maritime influences that make the Sta . Rita Hills a great place for growing grapes can also make the temperature drop quickly.
Grimm’s Bluff is the vision of proprietors Rick and Aurora Grimm, who planted their vineyard in 2013 after setting out to make Bordeaux wines from Happy Canyon Situated on a bluff that sits 300 feet above the Santa Ynez River, the small vineyard is home to cabernet sauvignon, sauvignon blanc, and a small amount of petit verdot — all farmed using Biodynamic and organic practices . Though you can stop by their tasting room in downtown Los Olivos, it’s worth the extra time and effort to explore the ranch in person Private
A shared passion for great wine led brothers John and Steve Dragonette and close friend Brandon SparksGillis to establish Dragonette Cellars in 2005, and today, the winery produces sought-after cool-climate wines from esteemed vineyards throughout the region While Dragonette’s tasting room is located in Los Olivos, those seeking a behindthe-scenes glimpse into the inner workings of Dragonette will want to book a private tasting and tour at their winery in Buellton During this guided experience, you’ll get an up-close look at the barrels and production equipment while learning about their thoughtful approach to winemaking and fruit sourcing . A seated tasting of some of the label’s most exclusive reserve wines and single vineyard bottlings is a highlight of the experience
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Owned by Andy and Kim Busch, Folded Hills is a ranch, vineyard, and winery dedicated to producing Rhône varietal wines and blends from their certified organic vineyards in Gaviota . While a visit to their Homestead tasting room offers the opportunity to sip tasty estate-grown wines close to where the grapes are grown, to really get a feel for what Folded Hills is about (and to experience how breathtaking this property is), opt for the private ranch tour and tasting . Complete with hillside vineyards, a picturesque lake, a polo field, Clydesdale horses (of Anheuser-Busch fame), and farm animals, including a zebra and a photogenic camel (for real), this magical place is truly unlike anything else in the area
It’s a vision come to life for owners the Murphy family And though it’s known for its excellent wine and hospitality, Presqu’ile has received much recognition for the design of its state-of-the-art winery and tasting room, including being named one of the 10 most beautiful wineries in California by Conde Nast Traveler .
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More recently, Presqu’ile has earned praise for its culinary program, led by chef Julie Simon During the “Wine and Food Experience,” you’ll sip current release wines while noshing on delicious, seasonally driven, and beautifully presented family-style mezze
Located on a hill overlooking the Santa Maria Valley, Presqu’ile is a family-owned winery crafting coolclimate pinot noir, chardonnay, and syrah
tastings and tours allow you to see firsthand where the grapes make their home, as well as to experience the resulting limited-production wines in an extremely beautiful setting
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For 22 years, Melville Winery has been a familyowned and -operated winery committed to making cool-climate pinot noir, chardonnay, and syrah from their 140-acre estate in the Sta . Rita Hills . You’ll relish visiting the Italian villa-inspired tasting room to experience their much-loved wines and bask in the tranquil outdoor setting overlooking the vineyards . But to really get an insider’s look into Melville, reserve the Beyond the Barrel Winemaker’s Tour . With owner and head winemaker Chad Melville as your guide, you’ll walk among the vines his family planted decades ago, delving into Melville’s meticulous approach to farming and winemaking, before venturing through the winemaking facility and finishing with a curated tasting within the intimate setting of the private wine library
platters Though the offerings change regularly, you can always expect a flavorful spread of shareable small plates highlighting local purveyors and ingredients, much of which is grown in the winery’s one-acre organic garden
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Established by the late Fess Parker in the 1980s, the multigenerational family-owned and -operated Fess Parker Winery continues to produce noteworthy Rhône and Burgundian wines from Santa Barbara County Just recently, the Parker family unveiled a new look inside and outside of their serene Foxen Canyon tasting room . The refreshed space not only pays homage to the family’s roots, showcasing memorabilia from Parker’s acting days and photographs of the family’s ranch and vineyard, but also supports the winery’s elevated tasting experiences, such as the “Library Wine Room” tasting Taking place in a private, glass-enclosed wine library, this new experience gives you the chance to jump back in time to explore Fess Parker Winery’s 30-plus years of winemaking history through a fully customizable flight of library wines
After purchasing a “fixer” farm and vineyard in Los Olivos, Solminer owners Anna and David deLaski set out to transform their rundown property into a thriving vineyard and farm based around the idea of “conscious farming ” Certified organic since 2014 and Biodynamic since 2018, their estate, named deLanda, is also recognized as the first farm in Santa Barbara County to receive Regenerative Organic certification in 2021 . On the first Saturday of each month, the deLaskis host walking tours at their farm and vineyard . A visit will find you learning about Biodynamic and Regenerative Organic farming practices from some of the people who know it best, while admiring the numerous farm animals To bring your experience full circle, head to the Solminer tasting room in Los Olivos afterwards for a sampling of their super unique, small-lot wines, including skin fermented grüner veltliner, carbonic syrah, and blaufränkisch
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Graham Tatomer has built a name for himself as a leading producer of Austrian varietals in Santa Barbara County, known for his pure and precise California renditions of ries ling and grüner veltliner His Meeresboden grüner veltliner, translated to “ocean soil,” takes its name after the ancient seabed soils where the vines grow . The resulting wine is bright and light, with an appealing blend of lime zest, grapefruit, sea spray, and floral notes Try it with sushi or ginger stir fry, or simply sip it on its own in the sunshine
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ity, her Goosebury entices with notes of papaya, lime zest, and ripe pineapple, intertwined with a graceful layer of acidity. Serve it with a slight chill to enhance its subtle nuances, then pair it with grilled fish and mango salsa
As one of Santa Barbara County’s first leading female winemakers to own both her own winery and vineyard, Kathy Joseph’s pioneering spirit can be felt in every aspect of her brand, Fiddlehead Cellars, which she founded in 1989 . Led by the idea that great wine starts with great fruit, she’s built a reputation for her sustainable, place-driven wines . Demon strating how complex and age-worthy sauvignon blanc can be, without losing approachabil
noir wines, the label has earned a loyal following for its rosé Sourced from Vogelzang Vine yard in the Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara AVA, this mour védre-based bottling is light, crisp, and easy to drink, so much so that it’s been coined “pink crack ” Offering a zesty, textural quality, along with compelling notes of stone fruit and salty minerality, this refreshing rosé makes a fine choice for sipping during the summer months, with or without food
Liquid Farm Rosé ($28)
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Riverbench Pinot Meunier Nouveau ($36)
Âmevive Graciano Rosé ($32) Âmevive (pronounced “ahmveev”) is a newer project by winemaker Alice Anderson and her partner, Topher, who lease the 10-acre Ibarra-Young Vineyard in Los Olivos, planted in 1971 . Using regenerative, organic, and Biodynamic viticul ture practices, the duo’s holistic approach to caring for the vines
Riverbench is known as a top producer of sparkling wine in Santa Barbara County, and the first winery in the region to grow and produce pinot meunier While this fruity red grape is most noted for be ing one of the main varieties used in champagne (alongside chardonnay and pinot noir), this still “nouveau” version is a delightful change of pace An homage to the freshly bottled, carbonic-style nouveau wines of Beaujolais, France, it show cases a medley of pomegranate, strawberry, soil, and spice, with crisp acidity and an approach able character that matches the easy-going vibes of summer .
and making wine is showcased through their unadulterated wines that are lively and unique . Unfined and unfiltered, the gra ciano rosé offers loads of texture, along with layers of wild herbs and bright, juicy red fruit It’s a fun, unique bottling with soul behind it
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Besides viticultural factors, zinfandel is fairly transparent with regard to what vintners do in the cellar . Zinfandel is often aged in American oak rather than French oak, or a mix of both . This adds even more vanilla and baking spice to the
In cooler areas farther south, you can find some old-vine zinfandel in Arroyo Grande Valley as well (Saucelito Can yon has a Zinfandel crafted from vines planted in 1880) There’s even some zin grown in Santa Barbara County’s Ballard Canyon AVA Rusack farms some there, from vine cuttings sourced from pre-Pro hibition vines on Santa Cruz Island They also craft zinfandel grown on Catalina Island, which provides a racy, lighter style of ThereZinare a lot of styles of zin within our region While it’s barbeque season, get out there and try some nick@ojaivineyard.com
Ever since the ’49ers brought zin cuttings west with them during the gold rush, this grape has possessed a uniquely treasured identity within California’s winegrowing legacy.Inmany parts of the state, includ ing here on the Central Coast, you can still find some 19th/early 20th-century zinfandel plantings that stayed under the radar throughout Prohibition . You can recognize these old vines from their particularly dark, wildly twisted forms, a silhouette that in itself is part of Califor nianZinfandeliconographyiswidely cherished (and sometimes derided) for its thick, satiny richness The truth is that zin’s potential is a lot more nuanced, which you’ll find if you head out to taste a bunch of them on the Central Coast
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WINES TO TRY: Turley 2019 UeberrothZinfandelVineyard J Dusi 2019 ZinfandelGazzoroli Foxglove 2019 Zinfandel Saucelito Canyon 2019 1880 Old-Vine Zinfandel Rusack 2018 Santa Catalina Island Zinfandel
When it comes to wine grapes, what’s more quintessentially Californian than zinfandel?
So who’s to say when is best to pick? That’s up to winemakers Part of why so much zin is so lavish is because many winemakers choose to pick once every last berry is ripe, which leads to a rotund style that shows dried fruit or even cooked fruit flavors (think dried cherries, berry pie, jams) Other winemakers pick earlier, which gives more of a vibrant red-fruited quality that might even be a bit herb-y Picking somewhere in the middle can layer all those attributes
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While zinfandel is consistently rich with fruit, there’s a lot of diversity in its level of impact Much of that comes down to the viticultural dilemma that zin pres ents: deciding when the grapes are ripe . Deciding when to pick the grapes is tricky because the clusters ripen unevenly As harvest approaches, on the same bunch you’ll find grapes shriveling up into rai sins, while others are still firm and pink .
wine, sometimes coconut qualities too, all accentuating bold creaminess Zinfandel shows a different, fresher quality when it’s aged in tanks (try Foxglove for that effect)Ifyou want to head out to taste zinfan del on the Central Coast, Paso Robles is surely the mecca of local zin . The area is studded with dry-farmed zinfandel, which thrives in the heat and chalky soils there . There are some very old plantings like Ueberroth (planted in 1885) and Dusi Vineyards (planted in the ’20s and ’40s)
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Widely recognized as the “Culinary Capital” of Napa Valley, Yountville is home to celebrity chef-owned restaurants, farm-to-table eateries, and, of course, Michelin-starred dining, not to mention some of the region’s top wineries and tasting rooms. Don’t miss walking to some of these great spots during your stay:
Ad Hoc: Casual, family-style American comfort food done right
Oasis by Hoopes: A unique tasting room, farm, and animal sanctuary
Regiis Ova Lounge: Caviar and Champagne, need we say more?
Priest Ranch Winery: Discover the joys of pairing bacon with wine
Bistro Jeanty: A beloved spot for French bistro classics
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Step one foot onto the property and it’s easy to see why this chic getaway continually ranks as one of Napa Valley’s top hotels . Sleek and stylish modern buildings display soothing earth tones and clean lines, while lush natural surroundings, water features, and walking paths create a retreat-like setting that’s unlike anything in the area . Adding to the tranquility of a stay here are the 65 rooms and suites designed to feel like private sanctuaries, featuring amenities you’ll actually want to take advantage of — think Nespresso coffee makers, deep soaking tubs, outdoor showers, natural bath products, and stocked fridges (with room for extra wine bottles)
The French Laundry: ThreeMichelin-Starred dining at its best
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Jessup Cellars: A welcoming tasting room and art gallery space
RH Yountville: Where high design meets food and wine
As one of only 14 LEED Platinum Certified hotels in the United States, recognized for its sustainability achievements and leadership, Bardessono’s long list of green initiatives help it reduce external energy supplies — by as much as half of what a typical hotel consumes — so you can rest easy knowing a stay here is a “green” one
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While we wouldn’t blame you if you chose to spend the majority of your vacation enjoying the relaxing ambiance of your plush room, the hotel’s deluxe amenities make it nearly impossible to stay secluded for too long . Spend the day relaxing beside the chic rooftop pool, getting pampered at the on-site spa, or cruising into town on one of the complimentary bikes And though Bardessono’s close proximity to Yountville’s incredible restaurants is hard to beat, definitely make time for a meal or two at the on-site restaurant, Lucy Restaurant & Bar, where a locavore ideology dictates the season-driven breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus . In fact, Executive Chef Jim Leiken and his team source most ingredients from within 110 miles of the restaurant, including from the hotel’s own organic garden
Located in the heart of Yountville just steps from some of Napa Valley’s most acclaimed restaurants, Bardessono Hotel & Spa is a welcoming respite for travelers looking for the perfect blend of luxury and sustainability
Bouchon Bakery: A must for coffee and a French-style pastry
JCB Tasting Room & Lounge: Over-the-top elegance and sparkling wine
Despite its timeless luxury and inviting amenities, what makes Bardessono stand out is its commitment to sustainability Every detail has been thoughtfully designed with not just the guest experience in mind, but to also support the most advanced eco-friendly technologies
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worldlyAnotherdynamismphrase that cropped up frequently was “old wine aromas ” It’s a little difficult to de scribe to someone what that entails, but my parallel is the coat room on a snowy day in my elementary school back in Buffalo, with a mul titude of soggy jackets hanging on hooks being heated by creaky old radiatorsItwas an appalling odifer ous miasma of dirty melting snow, rusty radiator steam, and wet wool, which is what I invariably receive a snootful of nearly every time I taste a wine older than 15 years . That aroma sends me right back to first grade, with Mrs Russ leading a multiplication table chant, and expectations of the neighborhood psycho waiting to chase me all the way home after the three o’clock bell
Looking back over my tasting notes for the first part of the year, I noticed a number of pejorative phrases that made me chuckle and chortle
In describing an exceedingly fa mous Sonoma producer’s Pinot Noir, I wrote: “Smells like a sweatshirt worn to a campfire by a morbidly obese lumberjack,” and that made this pricey bottling especially regrettable I recall a Napa Sauvignon Blanc that was baffling, as it was a dead ringer for low tide at the seashore, with ground-up oyster shells, sea weed festering in the mid-day sun, and brackish ocean water from the funkiest part of the marina . What this was doing in a wine I have no idea, but I bet it would be great with seafoodAnesteemed Chardonnay produc er released a wine that I could only describe as having a Chef Boyardee Beefaroni element, which was a dormitory delicacy I haven’t dined on since college Perhaps the comple mentary flavors would be an ideal match together, but I think the key is in cooking the Beefaroni in the can directly on a hotplate, thus achieving an haute cuisine synergy of other
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Such are the pitfalls of having a relatively acute schnozz coupled with a mental library of olfactory recollections…
Bob Wesley is the manager of Meritage Wine Market on Anapamu Street.
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