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n behalf of the staff, artists, photographers, designers, writers and others who have helped to make Passport Gateway Magazine the area’s most popular visitor guide since 1995, we invite you to join the millions of readers who have used our magazine to find the very best places to eat, shop and play in Paradise on the Pacific, where the unique east to west, southern facing coastal orientation creates the Mediterraneanlike abundance of sunshine, moderate temperatures and dazzling beauty that

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attracts more than six million annual visitors to this seaside sanctuary commonly called the American Riviera.

This is the place that was claimed by Spain in 1542, when the first European to set foot on the California coast was greeted by gift-bearing Chumash Indians who had thrived here for thousands of years and are today one of the region’s largest employers and philanthropists. This was the moviemaking capital of the world in the early 20th Century. This is where Charlie Chaplin built a hotel and Jimmy Cagney owned a wharf; where Laurence Olivier married Vivien Leigh and John & Jackie Kennedy honeymooned; where miles of palm lined beaches frame a moving canvass of white sailboats on crisp blue seas and magnificent sunsets silhouette the rich, red terra cotta rooflines that surround one of California’s most popular Spanish Missions; where you’re 92 miles north of Los Angeles,

332 miles south of San Francisco, and, hopefully, far enough from home to become accustomed to a more relaxed, carefree lifestyle as you explore the sun-drenched beaches, picturesque harbor, gourmet restaurants, shopping treasures, museums, galleries, awardwinning wineries and historical sites.

This is also the place where you’ll find charming sidewalk cafes and worldclass restaurants; and, where you’ll enjoy shopping adventures at first-class national and international stores as well as our eclectic mix of locally owned shops, boutiques and galleries.

This is the home of five Nobel Prize winners; media celebrities Oprah Winfrey, Laura Schlessinger

and Dennis Miller; entertainers Jeff Bridges, Carol Burnett, John Cleese, Kevin Costner, Bo Derek, Kirk Douglas, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Dennis Franz, Tab Hunter, Kathy Ireland, Michael Keaton, Cheryl Ladd, Christopher Lloyd, Rob Lowe, Fess Parker, Eva Marie Saint and Jonathan Winters; singers and songwriters Jeff Barry, Jackson Browne, Christopher Cross, David Crosby, Barry DeVorzon, Bruce Johnston, Kenny Loggins, Jim Messina, Peter Noone and Glen Phillips; TV/film producers and directors Bruce Brown, Chris Carter, Tom Pollock, Ivan Reitman, Joel Schumacher, Dick Wolf and Robert Zemeckis; bestselling authors Jack Canfield, Barnaby Conrad and Sue Grafton; sports legends Jimmy Connors, Fred Couples, Tommy Curren and Andy Granatelli; business titans Gene Montesano, Charlie Munger, Paul Orfalea, Fred Siegal, Harold Simmons, Herb Simon and Ty Warner; and, all of the rest of us who live, work and play in one of the world’s favorite destinations. Welcome to paradise. We’re glad you’re here.

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Contents

Volume 65 • Summer 2011 features

WATERFRONT FUN! From sailing, surfing, swimming & skating to wining, dining, boating & biking, the Santa Barbara Waterfront has something for everyone! Turn to our 7th Annual Waterfront Guide (pgs. 26-33) to find out more.

17 WENDY FOSTER Santa Barbara’s Fashion Icon!

26 ON THE WATERFRONT Complete Guide to Santa Barbara’s Waterfront 32 WORLD CLASS WHALE WATCHING The Whales of Summer Are In! 34 NEW AT THE ZOO How to Train Your Dinosaur 50 SANTA BARBARA WINERY World Class Varietal Wines 60 SANDPIPER GOLF COURSE Extraordinary Golf Experiences & Ocean Views!

restaurant close-ups 38 OPAL RESTAURANT 42 EL PASEO RESTAURANT 54 TEE-OFF RESTAURANT

DEPARTMENTS

SUMMER IN SANTA BARBARA Each year, Summer Solstice is celebrated in irreverent style, with joy, music, drum circles, food, entertainment & a parade you won’t want to miss! Find other activities, festivals & events unique to Santa Barbara in our Calendar of Events (pgs. 62-64) ­8

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SHOPPING GUIDE MONTECITO MAP GALLERY GUIDE EVENTS & ACTIVITIES WATERFRONT MAP WATERFRONT GUIDE DINING GUIDE AREA MAP POINTS OF INTEREST DOWNTOWN MAP WINE COUNTRY MAP GOLF COURSE GUIDE CALENDAR OF EVENTS CABLE GUIDE PHONE BOOTH

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ABOUT OUR COVER Local artist Lynn Fogel gets an endless source of creative inspiration & ideas from the beauty of Santa Barbara. Her painting & giclee prints can be found in private & public collections throughout the world.

Lynn can be found at the Arts & Crafts Show every Sunday along Cabrillo Blvd., and is also a member of the Santa Barbara Art Association. Visit her website at www.lynnfogel.com or call (805) 403-8230.

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Shopping Guide

Jen’s Pirate Booty, Angel, Montecito

33 JEWELS 814 State St., 957-9100 Locally owned, 33 Jewels is proud to feature a diverse collection of several Santa Barbara jewelry artists as well as international jewelers. This full service jeweler has an extensive collection of diamonds & colored stones and a variety of precious metals. 33 Jewels also offers a distinct & unique bridal selection, create your custom designs, repair work and service on fine watches.

Their fine craftsmanship is heirloom quality – handmade and symbolic, each a small wearable treasure. Open 11am-6pm daily, Noon-5pm Sunday. Closed Tuesdays.

ANGEL 1221 Coast Village Rd., Montecito 565-1599 Montecito boutique, Angel, reflects a mix of high fashion & casual beach elegance

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with luxe collections of jewelry, knitwear, denim, swimwear, separates & handbags.

Angel prides itself on its unique local interpretation of fashion & individual approach to style, with many new lines from emerging & well-known designers arriving for Fall & Winter. Open Mon.Sat. 10am-7pm, Sun. 11am-6pm.

BIKINI FACTORY 2275 Ortega Rd., Summerland, 969-2887 A mainstay of the Santa Barbara shopping experience, Bikini Factory is only 5 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara, nestled in the cozy artistic community of Summerland. Bikini Factory not only sells but creates ladies swimwear for all body types & ages, offering full service, constantly updated stock and they mail too!

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Featuring Local Artists!

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Shopping

Wendy Foster, State Street

LOVEBIRD BOUTIQUE & JEWELRY BAR 535 State St., 560-9900 7 East De La Guerra, 568-3800 lovebirdsb.com This locally owned boutique, with 2 downtown locations, offers a wide & varied selection of women’s apparel, handbags, shoes, accessories & Zia Jewelry created by owner Jennifer Scarbrough. Choose from fashions by Johnny Was, Flax, Wooden Ships, XCVI, Green Dragon & more.

Lovebird offers a comfortable & affordable Santa Barbara shopping experience.

NATASHA 1231 State St., 965-4542 This contemporary women’s clothing boutique specializes in wash & wear easy clothing in natural fabrics made in California.

A fun place to shop, Natasha offers a wide selection with personalized service, and

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daily shipments of new merchandise.

Natasha also has the largest selection of CITRON silks and rayons and wonderful, cozy, colorful sweaters. Great jewelry, shoes, handbags and belts by HOBO make Natasha your one-stop boutique and they can ship your purchases home for you!

QUI SI BELLA ECO-WELLNESS SPA 3311 State St., 682-0003 (In the Loreto Shopping Center) This luxurious eco-wellness spa combines modern advancements in beauty treatments with ancient holistic healing rituals amidst the soothing waterfalls & Tuscan-style décor. Select from an extensive spa menu & emerge glowing with serenity & health from the inside, out. In Italian Qui Si Bella implies “beauty from within.” Let Qui Si Bella bring out your beauty. Call for appointment.

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A fun & exciting store full of wonderful choices comfortable, wearable clothes to fit your lifestyle

Open 7 days a week 1231A State Street 965-4542

Wendy Foster Santa Barbara’s Fashion Icon

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orn in New York, Wendy Foster grew up in Santa Barbara, spending her summer vacations at her mother’s home in Massachusetts. She always had an independent streak and ended up leaving home at age 17, not returning home until her late twenties. She attended college in Mexico, Massachusetts and Paris. During this period of time she really got the travel bug and decided to get more education by traveling the world. And she did just that, for 10 years all by herself.

When she first decided to open a store she looked in her own closet and drawers and counted the number of items in each category, skirts, blouses, t-shirts, pants, jackets etc. She quickly realized the appropriate proportions and purchased her merchandise for her store based on her own personal assessment of her wardrobe. Three tops to every bottom and it was just right! Of course, that has changed since then and continues to change each season. She says recently people weren’t buying any bottoms at all for a few months in any of her stores. That had never happened before.

Wendy Foster Wendy now has 4 stores. The first stores were and still are in the Upper Village in Montecito. Wendy Foster, Wendy Foster Upstairs and Angel. The square footage grew to about 10,000 square feet in Montecito and includes a “gourmetisserie”, house wares, tabletop, garden, children’s wear, books, men’s wear, bedding, wine, chocolates and gifts. Wendy Foster State Street, one of downtown Santa Barbara’s premier shopping destinations for over 20 years, offers discerning shoppers the opportunity to create entire coordinated outfits, often featuring lines designed locally or not available elsewhere, from an extensive inventory of clothing and accessories.

Wendy travels to Paris to do much of her buying, bringing collections of the European culture back for local fashion lovers to cherish.

She recently commented on her unique recipe for successful buying: “Because of my traveling and interests, I don’t just rely on going to the fashion trade shows. I don’t just sit back and pick things from what’s being presented to me. I’m proactive. I may see someone on the street and run after her to ask where she got her clothes. I’m always aware of what’s going on around me, what people look like and what’s coming next.”

Each clothing store also has its own buyer therefore a different identity and individuality but with the Wendy Foster touch. All of the buyers worked with Wendy for some time before they became buyers.

Wendy and her husband Pierre Lafond also own the Lafond Bistro Restaurant on State Street in Santa Barbara, the Santa Barbara Winery at 202 Anacapa St. in Santa Barbara and the Lafond Winery in Buellton. ­17

Shopping

Shelly Niro, Santa Barbara Arts

SANTA BARBARA ARTS 1114 State St. #26, 884-1938 This locally owned one-stop gift gallery located in the historic La Arcada courtyard features beautifully crafted treasures by fifty local artists including stunning handmade jewelry, hand dyed silks, ceramics, sculptures, paintings, photography, mobiles, books and much more with complementary gift-wrapping. Open daily 11am -6pm.

SANTA BARBARA ART GLASS 706 E. Mason St, 965-1541 sbartglass.com Saul Alcaraz has pursued his passion for glass blowing, fusing & fabrication for many years. From his studio in Santa Barbara, Saul continually challenges himself with a zestful approach making him a prodigiously prolific artist whose work balances content with the material’s properties of translucency & transparency. He uses a variety of glass & each piece is blown, shaped or cut out by hand & assembled into a form that ensures no two finished pieces are the same. Come & see the vast array of vases, ornaments, light fixtures, lamps & so much more. Art classes are

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available as well as demonstrations. Open 9am-4pm Mon-Sat.

WENDY FOSTER - Montecito 516 San Ysidro Rd., Montecito, 565-1506 • www.wendyfoster.com Wendy Foster - a local store with a national reputation. Wendy was raised in Montecito and now has four stores in the area. The current collections she has in Montecito are: Piazza Sempioni, Shirin Guild, and Dosa, and really, really gorgeous jewelry from around the world. Open 7 days, 9am to 8pm.

WENDY FOSTER - State Street 833 State Street, 966-2276 wendyfoster.com For over 20 years, Wendy Foster’s boutiques have influenced the Santa Barbara fashion scene by launching young designers & featuring labels from around the world. Wendy Foster State Street is a premier shopping destination in downtown Santa Barbara & offers a mix of street savvy clothing & elegant ensembles. This boutique is a must stop for locals & visitors alike on the popular State Street strip.

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santa BarBara MuseuM of art 1130 State St., 963-1364, www.sbma.net A remarkable permanent collection featuring ancient art: 19th C, American, French & English, 20th C, European, North American & Latin American, as well as a vast collection of works on paper and highly praised Asian art. Now thru July 24, Drawn to Modernism: Selected Gifts from Wright A. Ludington exhibition celebrates SBMA’s 70th anniversary. Ludington (1900-1992) was one of the Museum’s founders who began collecting art in 1924. His commitment to the art of his own time laid the foundation for one of the most important collections of modern art on the West Coast. Also, visit the children’s gallery, café & gift store. Open Tue-Sun, 11am-5pm.

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santa BarBara arts 1114 State St. #26, 884-1938 Santa Barbara Arts is your one-stop gift gallery located in the historic La Arcada courtyard. This locally owned shop features beautifully crafted treasures by fifty local artists including Santa Barbara’s own Bud Bottoms, creator of the dolphin fountain. The eclectic mix includes stunning handmade jewelry, hand dyed silks, ceramics, sculptures, paintings, photography, mobiles, books and much more. With complementary gift-wrapping, you’re sure to find the perfect item for someone special... or just treat yourself to a treasured memento of Santa Barbara. Open daily 11am -6pm.

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Shaping the History of the Santa Barbara Museum of Art Drawn to Modernism Exhibition Celebrates SBMA’s 70th Anniversary

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n June 5, 1941 at exactly 11:43 am (determined by an astrologer as the most auspicious time), the Santa Barbara Museum of Art opened its doors to the public in a building that was previously the Santa Barbara Post Office. Therefore, 2011 marks the organization’s 70th anniversary and provides the opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge the collection of works and the individuals who were instrumental in shaping SBMA into the cornerstone of art and culture in the Santa Barbara community.

Wright S. Ludington (1900-1992), one of the Museum’s founders, was also, without argument, its most important benefactor. Descended from a family that originally came to the New World on the Mayflower, Ludington was born in Philadelphia to a father who made his fortune in publishing Wright S. Ludington and a mother who collected Impressionist paintings. Two formative experiences during his youth helped determine the course of his life: summers spent in Europe with his family exposed him at an early age to the art and architecture of great European cities, while winters spent in Santa Barbara in his teenage years, during which he attended the Thacher School in Ojai, inspired his love of the landscape and lifestyle of southern California. He inherited property in Montecito from his father in 1927 and settled in Santa Barbara for the rest of his life.

Ludington began to collect in 1924, thanks to a small inheritance from his mother. His first purchase was a small portrait head by André Derain, soon followed by paintings by Picasso and Braque. His interests were wideranging, running from classical antiquities to Asian art to European modernism – the cutting-edge art produced from the middle of the 19th century to the end of World War II. Ludington’s commitment to the art of his own time laid the foundation for one of the most important collections of modern art on the West Coast.

The exhibition Drawn to Modernism: Selected Gifts from Wright S. Ludington, on view through July 24th, celebrates the Museum’s 7th decade by highlighting Ludington’s extensive gifts of European modernist works on paper. This selection of nearly 50 works, including Pablo Picasso, Italian Peasants, 1919. drawings, prints, and several sculptures, demonstrates the Pencil and smeared charcoal on paper.

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Celebrating B a r b a r a ’s Wa t er f r o n t

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Counter Clockwise from top right to center: Harbor View by Kate Yarbrough; Loon Point by Karen Fedderson; Palm Sunset by Ann Sanders; Loon Point by Betty Helton; Ellwood Bluffs by Kate Yarbrough; Summer in Winter

by Rob Robinson; Stearns Wharf by B.J. Stapen; Goleta Pier by Linda Mutti; Goleta Sunset by Jane Sun

Events & Activities Shop the Arts & Crafts Show Celebrating its 45th year, the Santa Barbara Arts & Crafts Show was inspired by European sidewalk shows and the outdoor art fiestas of Mexico. Sponsored by the City Parks and Recreation Department since 1965, the show is now the only continuous, non-juried arts festival of original drawings, paintings, graphics, sculpture, crafts and photography in the world. The show is held every Sunday under the palms on Cabrillo Blvd. and attracts thousands of visitors each year.

Approximately 200 Santa Barbara County resident artists display their own original work in a beautiful outdoor setting. Come join us for a visit! For information: (805) 897-1982 www.sbaacs.com

July 4th Old Mission Alternative Site Art Show Formerly held at the Santa Barbara Mission, this one-day-only annual event offers paintings & crafts for sale from 50 talented local artists.

Stroll through this beautiful residential garden setting and browse through a fine selection of unique jewelry, clothing, weavings, paintings, photography, glass, pottery, sculpture and so much more. Admission is free. 2227 Garden Street, at the corner of Garden & Pueblo. Let the balloons & signs direct you! 10am-5pm.

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For some of the best entertainment around, visit the Chumash Casino Resort’s Samala Showroom. The showroom features intimate seating for 1,300 and hosts top headliner entertainers, world championship boxing and more. You can start and end your day in one of our luxurious suites or relaxing rooms at the AAA FourDiamond-rated Chumash Casino Resort Hotel. For information call 1-800-CHUMASH or visit chumashcasino.com

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City Waterfront, the breathtaking span of palmlined beaches along Cabrillo Boulevard that border the world-famous Stearns Wharf and California’s oldest – and most beautiful - working harbor.

The Waterfront is blessed with three picturesque, golden sand beaches. East Beach, at 1440 Cabrillo Blvd., offers picnic facilities, more than a dozen volleyball courts on the beach, and a full service restaurant. between Stearns Wharf andin the1927, harbor,offers provides the fastestlockers, and mostacomfortable way to get up The Cabrillo Pavilion Bathhouse, built showers, weight room, close volleyball and personalrental. with these magnificent mammals. beach wheelchair and West Beach marine between Stearns Wharf and the harbor It’s a short trip by foot, bike or water taxi from Stearns Wharf to the picturesque Santa Barbara offers a picturesque sandy area for sunbathing, swimming, kayaking, wind surfing and beach Harbor, where you can stroll out on the breakwater, savor the smell of the sea, view the boats in volleyball on eleven adjoined palmunload tree lined walkway path. The theacres marina, and watchby thethe localwide fisherman their catch on the and dock.bike The Harbor is home to several restaurants, boat charter a Maritime family-friendly Leadbetter Beach between theservices, harboryacht andbrokerages, Shorelineshops, Parkand offers grassyMuseum. picnic in frontwindsurfers, of the Museum, you can board the Sunset Kidd Sailing Yacht for an intimate and barbecue sitesAnd andright attracts catamaran pilots, surfers and walkers. sailing experience without the crowds on a memorable Coastal Cruise or Sunset Sail hosted by We recommend thatwith youa begin adventure with a visit to the Santa a captain lifetimeyour of sea waterfront stories.

Barbara Region of Commerce daily at the in corner of Cabrillo There are a Visitor, variety of open excellent restaurants the Waterfront area. Boulevard At the front and of Stearns Wharf,you the can worldmake class cuisine, first classatservice andand spectacular views ofand the get mountains, harbor Garden Streets, where reservations hotels restaurants directions and Channel Islands have made The Harbor Restaurant and Longboard’s Grill are two of and information about the area’s attractions and visitor-serving businesses. the area’s most popular places to enjoy a relaxing lunch, or a romantic dinner, and, the fresh The Waterfront a variety of reasonable ocean-going like lunch coastal sailing, fish, offers children’s menu and pricesactivities for breakfast, or cruises, dinner have made Moby Dick Restaurant near the back of parasailing. the Wharf a Santa tradition young and old. whale watching, fishing, kayaking, surfing and AndBarbara for those who for prefer spend At the the original Sambo’sLand Restaurant Cabrillo Blvd., you can beginTours the daydeparts with a hearty more time on land, amphibious Sharkonoperated

by Land & Sea breakfast or lunch. The surfing inspired Endless Summer Bar Café at the Harbor was recently from State Street at Stearns Wharf at 12PM, 2PM and 4PM daily for a 90-minute fun-filled, named one of the “ten best spots around the West to enjoy seafood along with a seaside view” narrated tour of historical that includes a cruise around the harbor andaswaterfront.

by Sunset landmarks Magazine, and, Chuck’s Waterfront Grill at the Harbor is known the home of Santa Barbara’s steaks and the freshest seafood straight theto boats.

Enterprise The Santa Barbara Zoo, just best off Cabrillo Blvd. at East Beach, is from home 160The species of Fish justinsects a few blocks up 30 Statehilltop Street from Wharf hasthe beenPacific one of the area’s most mammals, reptiles,Company, birds and on its acresStearns overlooking Ocean. popular seafood restaurants for more than 30 years.

On Sundays, up to 200 resident artists display theirdiving, original works under the palms along From dining and shopping to biking, fishing, kayaking, parasailing, running, sailing, skating, surfing, swimming, volleyball, walking, whale watching, wind surfing and more, you’ll (Continued on page 30) want to put a visit to the Santa Barbara City Waterfront at the top of your list of things to do in paradise on the pacific!

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waterfront guide Cabrillo Blvd. at the arts & crafts show that is the only continuous, non-juried arts festival of drawings, paintings, graphics, sculpture, crafts and photography in the world.

The historic stearns Wharf – the longest and oldest working wooden wharf in California- is the most popular visitor attraction in the Santa Barbara area. Built in 1872

by J.P. Stearns to unload logging ships for the local lumber mill, the wharf’s 3.8 acres of decking now supports shops, restaurants, galleries, boating, parasailing facilities and the ty Warner sea center, an interactive marine education facility. Free parking is available in several lots along the waterfront on Cabrillo Boulevard as well as merchant validation on the wharf itself.

The Santa Barbara Channel is one of best Whale Watching places in the world and the world famous condor express, a large jet-powered catamaran that departs from Sea Landing between Stearns Wharf and the harbor, provides the fastest and most comfortable way to get up close and personal with these magnificent marine mammals.

It’s a short trip by foot, bike or water taxi from Stearns Wharf to the picturesque santa Barbara Harbor, where you can stroll out on the breakwater, savor the smell of the sea, view the boats in the marina, and watch the local fisherman unload their catch on the dock. The Harbor is home to several restaurants, boat charter services, yacht brokerages, shops, and the santa Barbara Maritime Museum that brings the area’s rich maritime history to life with a variety of exhibits set inside nearly 8,000 square feet of museum space.

There are a variety of excellent restaurants in the Waterfront area. At the front of Stearns Wharf, the world class cuisine, first class service and spectacular views of the mountains, harbor and Channel Islands have made the Harbor restaurant and longboard’s Grill two of the area’s most popular places to enjoy a relaxing lunch, or a romantic dinner, and, near the back of the Wharf, the santa Barbara shellfish company has been a favorite destination for fresh shellfish for over 25 years. On Cabrillo Blvd., you can begin the day with a hearty breakfast or lunch at the original sambo’s restaurant. At dinner, savor some of the central coast’s finest fresh seafood and ocean-side dining with patio seating for lunch or dinner at the santa Barbara fisHouse across from East Beach and Stearns Wharf. At the Harbor, Sunset Magazine has named the surfing inspired endless summer Bar café one of the ten best spots around the West to enjoy seafood along with a seaside view, and, chuck’s Waterfront Grill offers memorable waterfront dining by the boats on an open air terrace, under the sails with radiant warmth at your feet, glass to help block the breeze, and flames dancing nearby from 3 firepits. between Stearns Wharf and the harbor, provides fastest and most comfortable way to get up From dining and shopping to biking, diving, the fishing, kayaking, parasailing, running, close andskating, personal with these magnificent marine mammals. sailing, surfing, swimming, volleyball, walking, whale watching, wind surfing and It’smore, a short tripwant by foot, or to water taxi from Stearns to the Santa you’ll to putbike a visit the Santa Barbara City Wharf Waterfront at picturesque the top of your list Barbara of thingswhere to do you in paradise on out the pacific!

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And right in front of the Museum, you can board the Sunset Kidd Sailing Yacht for an intimate

waterfront guide Land and Sea Tours THE LAND SHARK View Santa Barbara by both land and sea, on this “boat with wheels!” Designed for comfortable cruising, the ambhibious Land Shark offers fully narrated 90-min. tours departing from Stearns Wharf at 12pm and 2pm, winding thru the streets of Santa Barbara and its historical landmarks, and splashing down into the blue waters of the Santa Barbara harbor. $25 Adults, $10 kids; Private Charters also avail. Call (805) 6837600; or visit www.out2seeSB.com

Harbor & Stearns Wharf Off of Cabrillo Blvd. on Harbor Way, come watch the fishermen unload their catch in one of the oldest working harbors on the West Coast, dine with a view and visit the exciting Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, which offers fun for the whole family. East of the Harbor, at the end of State St., lies Stearns Wharf, built in 1872 as the first working wharf in California.

Today, the Wharf caters to visitors with shops, restaurants, fish market, boat charters and the Ty Warner Sea Center.

Beaches

ARROYO BURRO BEACH Referred to as “Hendry’s Beach,” this beach off Cliff Drive, near Los Positas, is known for its sunsets and “The Boathouse” restaurant.

Butterfly Beach In front of the Four Seasons Biltmore on Channel Drive, this quiet beach is convenient for those staying in Montecito.

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Boating & Whale Watching Condor Express Climb aboard the all new Condor Express, a jet powered catamaran, for a spectacular whale watching trip, sportfishing or island excursion.

Captain Fred Benko and his crew are knowledgeable about the whales, islands & sea. The Condor Express has a spacious galley with food and cocktail service. Call (805) 882-0088 or 1-888-77-WHALE or visit: condorcruises.com

East Beach This popular beach offers volleyball, beach grill, children’s playground, & arts center. On East Cabrillo Blvd., across from the Hotel Mar Monte.

Goleta Beach Near UCSB, this large beach hosts a restaurant, grass picnic & BBQ areas & fishing pier.

Sandspit Rd., off Hwy 217.

Leadbetter Beach A favorite family beach, this area is good for windsurfing & surfing and boasts a full restaurant, grass picnic & BBQ areas. Shoreline Dr., across from City College. ­31

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he Santa Barbara Channel is known as one of the best whale watching areas in the world. Giant blue whales, playful humpback whales, plus fin and minke whales, dolphins and porpoises … all are in the nutrient rich waters of the Santa Barbara Channel. Over 27 different types of whales and dolphins inhabit these waters throughout the year, making this channel one of the best whale watching areas in the world.

The undisputed star of this show is

the giant blue whale. Measuring up to 100 feet in length and weighing over 150 tons, the blue whale is the largest animal that has ever lived on earth … by a long shot.

To put it in perspective, consider that the largest land animal, the African elephant, can attain a weight of about 7 1/2 tons … the tongue of the blue whale is larger than an African elephant. With a heart as big as a Volkswagen they are truly immense animals. Blue whales show up in the channel about mid-May and can be seen through about mid-September.

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from all over the world with their antics – breaching, lob tailing, slapping their pectoral fins on the water and just plain mugging boats full of eager whale watchers.

They often come right to the boat and play to the people – enjoying a little people watching of their own. Humpback whales are in the channel year ‘round but are plentiful May through August. Both the Blues and Humpbacks can be seen on the Condor Express’s whale watching trips, which depart daily from Sea Landing in the Santa Barbara Harbor.

At any time of year, dolphins and porpoises can be sighted on the channel crossing, and sometimes we even experience the exciting Orca, or killer whale! The premier charter boat in this area, the Condor Express is powered by four 740hp diesel engines driving water jets, making the crossing to the islands in less than an hour as opposed to 3-5 hours for other boats. They provide qualified naturalists on all voyages, a galley serving hot and cold meals, even a full cocktail bar – definitely the most comfortable way to get out to see the whales!

The Condor Express runs half-day Island Whale watching trips daily, and on all trips whale sightings are guaranteed!

Fares are: $99 adults, $50 children 5-12 years, children under 5 free.

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he Santa Barbara Zoo’s newest resident is a life-size, adolescent Tyrannosaurus Rex that runs, roars, snorts, blinks, growls‌ and even poops.

This amazingly life-like dinosaur was designed by the Chiodo Brothers, one of Hollywood’s top creature shops. He’s 15 ½ feet long from his nose to his tail, and 7-feet tall and his name is Duncan. He’s the star of the Zoo’s fun, new, live stage show “How to Train Your Dinosaur.â€?

During the family-friendly 15-minute lively presentation, the human hosts attempt to use Duncan to demonstrate the special care received by the Zoo’s animals – with hilarious results.

Just as the Zoo’s gorillas have been trained to have their teeth brushed, for example, Duncan is given a chance to improve his oral hygiene. But it’s going to take a lot of patience and positive reinforcement, just like with pets at home and the Zoo’s animals, before he is trained. Audience volunteers are also “trained� in exchange for treats. “We can’t bring the gorillas out every day and show their teeth getting brushed,� says Zoo CEO Rich Block. “But we can show Duncan getting the same positive reinforcement we use with the gorillas and other animals here at the Zoo. The fun part is – he learns anew every show, as does photo by: Sheri Horiszny the audience.�

It can take weeks, sometimes months, of patient guidance by the keepers, using

treats and other rewards, to train an individual animal to move to a particular spot, called ‘stationing,’ for example. Stationing allows animals to be examined and even weighed, or to receive medications.

“How to Train Your Dinosaur� are free with Zoo admission and are at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. weekends through June 15, then Wednesdays through Sundays until Labor Day. Seating is on a grassy hillside overlooking the outdoor Rolling Hill Theatre. There is no reserved seating. Duncan is sponsored by The Duncan Family.

The Santa Barbara Zoo is the region’s number one visitor attraction. Open daily 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. $12 for adults 13-64 years; $10 for children 2-12 years & seniors 65+; children under 2 free; $5 parking. Visit www.sbzoo.org or call 962-5339. ­34

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ARCH ROCK FISH 608 Anacapa St., 845-2800

You’re invited to experience Santa Barbara’s newest “neighborhood joint” where Celebrity Chef Scott Leibfried and his HJL Restaurant Advisors partners have created a uniquely local, always welcoming space that serves the best and freshest food and drink available from local vendors. Open for lunch & dinner daily. $$(10-30)/FB

THE BOATHOUSE 2982 ½ Cliff Drive, 898-2628 (At Hendry’s Beach, boathousesb.com)

Arguably the most beautiful restaurant setting in Santa Barbara, the Boathouse sits on the sand at Hendry’s Beach, amidst the bluffs. Large beachside patio with giant fire pit, inside/outside bar with fabulous cocktails (try the Blood Orange) fresh oysters, plus display kitchen with mesquite grills. Open daily from 7:30am $ U n d e r $10 p e r p e r s o n $$ $10 t o $16 p e r p e r s o n $$$ $17 t o $24 p e r p e r s o n $$$$ $25 o r m o re p e r p e r s o n FB Fu l l Ba r B&W Beer & Wine Only E E n t e r t a i n m e n t

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CHUCK’S WATERFRONT GRILL 113 Harbor Way, 564-1200

Continuing the tradition of great food & service of Chuck’s of Hawaii on Upper State, Chuck’s Waterfront Grill has come to Santa Barbara’s Harbor. Prime Grade Top Sirloin Steaks, “Chuck’s Style” fresh Alaska halibut, teriyaki grilled prawns, grilled sea scallops, King Crab legs & Australian lobster tail are served nightly from 5pm, with Sunset Dinner Specials from 5pm-6:30pm. Reservations suggested. $$$/FB

CHUCK’S OF HAWAII 3888 State St., 687-4417

Celebrating 44 years of excellence, featuring award-winning steaks, wines & seafood. Voted Best Steaks in Santa Barbara; Winner, Award of Excellence from the Wine Spectator since 1989. A variety of fresh fish & seafood available daily. Santa Barbara’s first & freshest salad bar included with all dinner entrees. $$$/FB

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local favorite for 26 years, opal restaurant & bar thrives on the creative contrast between exciting innovation and comfortable tradition.

As soon as you step inside, you know you are in for a special experience. Sophisticated yet comfortable, opal restaurant & bar radiates a warm, friendly ambience combining the elegance of a trendy San Francisco bistro with a genuine hospitality that seems to come naturally to their well-trained staff of servers and chefs.

From your first glance at the menu, it’s easy to see why opal is such a favorite, featuring eclectic California cuisine inspired by dishes from around the world and the multi-cultural heritage of America. Offering everything from an Herb Grilled 14 oz Ribeye Steak, to spicy authentic Paella, fresh seafood, homemade pastas & soups, deliciously imaginative salads, elegant Asian-accented appetizers, and homemade desserts, opal’s menu truly has something for every taste.

If you are a wine lover, you are in for a treat at opal restaurant & bar. Winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence every year since 1993, their extensive wine list features a hand-selected mix of French, Italian, Australian, Spanish and California wines, with new wines added weekly.

With its full bar and unique Martini specialties, opal is also a great place to drop in for a drink and an appetizer before a movie or a night on the town.

If you need a private space for your group, opal has a separate, attractively decorated, banquet room that adjoins the main dining room, with its own sound system, kitchen and separate entrance.

The philosophy of proprietors Tina Takaya and Richard Yates is simple, “People are hungry for more than just great food. We seek to create an experience that removes barriers and creates a connection between people; one that ultimately nurtures the soul as well.”

With its warm and welcoming style, delicious and diverse menu, excellent wine list and full bar, all at reasonable prices, this is the kind of restaurant you can go back to again and again. And when you do, don’t be surprised if you recognize the folks at the table next to you. Chances are, the same thing happened to them! opal restaurant & bar is located at 1325 State Street near the Arlington Theatre.

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EL PASEO RESTAURANT 10 El Paseo, 962-6050

Located in the historic El Paseo, Santa Barbara’s most romantic restaurant features freshly prepared soups & salads, delicious Mexican entrees, fresh fish, seafood, great grilled meats & handmade tortillas served in a scenic, beautiful indoor/outdoor courtyard. Open for dinner daily 4pm; Happy Hour Mon. - Fri. 4pm-6pm.

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ENDLESS SUMMER BAR CAFÉ 113 Harbor Way, 2nd Floor, 564-4666

Upstairs from Chuck’s Waterfront Grill, this surf-inspired bar-café offers great harbor views and was named one of the “top ten seafood spots by the sea” in the June’07 issue of Sunset Magazine. The Endless Summer menu features seafood fresh off the docks like sesame crusted ahi on a warm spinach salad, fish & chips and popcorn shrimp, crisp salads, and, a Happy Hour with food & drink specials like the Endless Summer Blonde Ale. $$/FB/E

FARMER BOY RESTAURANT 3427 State St., 687-7011

All-American home style cooking since 1958 & home of Karleskint Catering, Farmer Boy features 75 omelets, cinnamon rolls made fresh daily, early bird & lunch specials. Seniors & Children’s Menu. Located in the San Roque Plaza. $/B&W

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THE FISHOUSE 101 E. Cabrillo Blvd., 966-2112 sbfishhouse.com

Huge tropical fish tank, display kitchen, fire pit, oceanfront location, patio dining, innovative cocktails & an extensive wine list.

In its ten years of operation, the FisHouse has quickly become second to none in Santa Barbara’s rich tradition of great seafood.

Locally owned & operated by the same family that brought you the Santa Barbara Shellfish Company, the FisHouse offers specialties like Macadamia Nut Sea Bass and old favorites like local lobster. Open daily for lunch & dinner from 11:30am. Happy Hour Mon.-Fri. 5pm-7pm. $$/FB

HARRY’S PLAZA CAFE 3313 State St., at Las Positas, 687-2800

Since 1968, the legendary Harry’s Plaza Cafe has served quality food at reasonable prices, the most generous drinks in town and the best desserts on the planet to visiting celebrities, athletes, politicians and all the loyal locals that have made Harry’s one of the area’s favorite places to eat, drink and enjoy. Open for lunch & dinner daily. $$/FB

HARBOR RESTAURANT & LONGBOARDS GRILL 210 Stearns Wharf, 963-3311

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nter Santa Barbara’s world famous El Paseo Mexican Restaurant and immediately sense the rich history and romance of this Spanish landmark, dating back to 1826 when the El Paseo housed the Commandante of the Presidio Royale de Santa Barbara. El Paseo opened as a restaurant in 1922, providing the ideal setting for the city’s major galas and festivals, playing host to celebrities including Clark Gable, Carol Lombard, Jean Harlow, Ginger Rogers, Fred Astaire, Katherine Hepburn, Howard Hughes, Charles Lindbergh and many more.

The décor reflects its rich Spanish heritage, with bougainvillea-draped balconies, fountain courtyard, open-air dining and festive bar. Gather with friends at the el Paseo bar for appetizers and cocktails. With mariachi music in the background, sample the chef ’s appetizer specialties, including Rajas con Crema featuring fire-roasted pasilla chilies and carmelized onions simmered in heavy sour cream and served on a fresh corn tortilla. From the bar, select from over seventy specialty tequilas, straight up or in a fruity and festive margarita. ­42

For dinner, you will be enticed by the classic Ensalada con Carnitas prepared with braised pork, grilled corn and avocado; and, tempted by the sizzle of El Paseo’s famous Sizzling Fajitas featuring marinated chicken, shrimp or beef, sautéed with onions, peppers, zucchini and tomatoes and served with rice, beans and homemade tortillas. Other specialties include Enchiladas de Filet Mignon, a filet mignon enchilada wrapped in a flour tortilla with black bean risotto and a red pepper sauce; Alambras de Camaron with adobo-glazed shrimp, chorizo mashed potatoes and sautéed vegetables; Chile Verde with braised port in a tomatillo with onion, garlic and chilantro chili sauce served with rice and black beans; and, Mole Poblano prepared with 42 ingredients including sautéed fresh chicken breast and a mole sauce consisting of various nuts and spices, including cinnamon and a touch of chocolate. The popular Combinaciones de Paseo invites you to enjoy two or more Mexican entrees from a menu that includes Tacos de Carne Asada, Homemade Chicken Tamales, Cheese Enchiladas, Sope and Chile Relleno Not to be missed is El Paseo’s Sunday Margarita Brunch and Happy Hour at El Paseo’s bar weekdays from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. Discover one of Santa Barbara’s most popular gathering spots – the romantic and world famous El Paseo Mexican Restaurant serving dinner nightly at 4pm.

El Paseo Mexican Restaurant is located in the 800 block of State Street, downtown Santa Barbara. For reservations, 805-962-6050.

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The World Famous Harbor Restaurant on Stearns Wharf

experience. Begin with a fine wine or cocktail & watch boats glide by in the scenic harbor. Savor fresh fish, seafood, prime steaks, prime rib, salads & delicious desserts. Breakfast 8am-Noon weekends; lunch daily 11am-2:30pm and dinner 5pm-10pm, Sat. until 11pm at the Harbor & Longboards. $$$/FB

KAHUNA GRILL 12 De La Guerra Place, 965-6770 (In Paseo Nuevo Mall) 7010 Marketplace Dr., 685-3711 (In Camino Real Marketplace, Goleta)

You know exactly what you’re getting when you walk thru the doors at Kahuna Grill – laid back surfer fare at affordable prices. Choose from seven different mouth-watering, freshly grilled classic burgers, sandwiches, fresh salads, veggie burgers, fries, onion rings, shakes & a great Children’s Menu. Dine inside amid the classic surf photos & surfing paraphernalia, or on the patio. Beer, soft drinks, specialty coffees. Open daily for lunch or dinner. $$

LOS AGAVES RESTAURANT 600 N. Milpas St., 564-2626

Los Agaves Restaurant is a true Latin experience with food that is fresh, homemade & authentic.

Their extensive menu features appetizers like Queso Fundido, Nachos, Taquitos Dorados & more. Entrees range from tacos, salads, enchiladas, fajitas, burritos, tortas, combination plates & daily specials. Specials include homemade sopes

& stuffed peppers with shrimp,. Try the al Pastor pork - which is rolled into a grilled tortilla, topped with Mexican cheese & pineapple chunks & served with a smoky brown chipotle salsa! Fresh Salsa Bar, rich & creamy horchata all await you in a spacious bright, colorful setting. $$/B&W

MADISON’S GRILL & TAVERN 525 State St., 882-1182

Voted ‘Best Sports Grill & Happy Hour’ for 12 years! Serving lunch daily, Madison’s offers heated patio dining & indoor seating with 42 HDTV’s & stadium surround sound. Their ‘All American Grill’ menu features ribs, steaks, seafood, pasta, salads & sandwiches. Daily Happy Hour with half-price drinks & appetizers. $$/FB

THE NATURAL CAFÉ 508 State St., Santa Barbara 962-9494 361 Hitchcock Way, Santa Barbara 563-1163 5892 Hollister Avenue, Goleta 682-2363 968 Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village 449-0099 698 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo 546-9200

Consistently voted by locals as the “best lunch,” “best health food,” and “best fish taco,” the Natural Café offers natural pastas, sandwiches & burgers, as well as fresh local fish, homemade soups, salads and wholesome burritos. Voted “best outdoor patio dining,” the downtown State Street location is a fun place to people watch while you dine! $/B&W (Continued on page 52)

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Points of Interest

EL PRESIDIO DE SANTA 1 BARBARA HISTORIC PARK The Presidio includes buildings that were part of the last Spanish military outpost in the New World. The chapel contains restored 18th century decorations.

123 E. Canon Perdido St. 966-0719.

ARPELES MANUSCRIPT K LIBRARY Collection of prized manuscripts & rare documents. 21 W. Anapamu St. 962-5322.

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8 GRANADA THEATRE For over 70 years the historic Granada Theatre has been the premiere center of entertainment for the entire Central Coast.

1216 State St. 966-2324.

Santa Barbara Zoo Over 500 animals on over 30 scenic acres of a former beachside estate. 500 Ninos Dr. off Cabrillo Blvd. 962-5339.

SANTA BARBARA 3 COUNTY COURTHOUSE Timeless Spanish-Moorish masterpieces with colorful corridors, historic mural room, 85 ft. observation tower. Great views from the clock tower. 1100 Anacapa St. 962-6464.

GANNA WALSKA LOTUSLAND A 37-acre botanical wonder containing subtropical & tropical plants from around the world. Located in Montecito, just east of Santa Barbara. Reservations required for tours from mid-Feb. thru Nov., (805) 969-9990.

ANTA BARBARA MARITIME MUSEUM S Santa Barbara’s newest museum offers a vibrant exploration of our relationship with the sea.

Offering state-of-the-art theatre presentations, hundreds of exhibits, and a unique museum store. In Santa Barbara’s working harbor, 113 Harbor Way. 962-8404.

ANTA BARBARA S HISTORICAL MUSEUM Charming adobe complex, built in 1817, houses one of the finest collections of regional history in California. 136 E. De La Guerra St. 966-1601.

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SANTA BARBARA 5 MUSEUM OF ART One of the nation’s outstanding regional museums with important holdings of American, 19th century French and Asian art. 1130 State St. 963-4364.

STEARNS WHARF 6 & TY WARNER SEA CENTER Oldest operating wharf on the West coast with ships and eateries. The Sea Center offers a glimpse into marine life that inhabits the Santa Barbara Channel and includes displays dedicated to the preservation of rare and endangered species and habitat types. At the foot of State St. 564-5518 & 962-9111.

ARLINGTON CENTER 7 FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Originally built in 1875 the interior contains a mock Spanish village. Curved ceiling is “star studded” and creates an outdoor illusion. 1317 State St.

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ANTA BARBARA MISSION S “Queen of the Missions” is 10th of the California missions established in 1786 by Spanish Franciscans. Gift shop. Daily from 9am-5pm. 2201 Laguna St. 682-4713.

BOTANIC GARDEN Over 1,000 plants in a wide variety of habitats.

1212 Mission Canyon Rd. 682-4726.

SANTA BARBARA MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY Nationally renowned museum specializing in North American West Coast and California natural history. Special theme exhibits. 2559 Puesta del Sol Rd. 682-4711.

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ierre Lafond has played a pioneering role in the history of Santa Barbara County’s wine industry since 1962 when he opened Santa Barbara Winery--the first post-prohibition commercial winery in the region. The visionary vintner has been producing top-quality wines ever since. The Lafond Vineyard, which receives a cooling maritime influence at its location in the western Santa Ynez Valley off of Santa Rosa Road, was planted 1971 and was one of the first in the county. Syrah and Pinot Noir were added to the winery’s repertoire a decade later when Bruce McGuire became winemaker, and in 1996 30 additional acres were added.

The wines under the Santa Barbara Winery label range from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir to lesser known but memorable varietals such as Negrette and Lagrein. Sea breeze and sun complement time spent at the Santa Barbara Winery tasting room--located just two blocks from the Pacific Ocean in downtown Santa Barbara--a site that doubles as a production (all their wines are processed there) and storage facility.

The Lafond Winery, set on 100 acres of picturesque vineyard property, opened to the public in 2001, the same year that Sta. Rita Hills was recognized as a distinct viticultural area marked by its cool climate and longer growing season. The smalllot production of Lafond, Santa Barbara Winery’s sister label, is focused on vineyard and appellation expression, with the highest attention to detail and quality fruit. It has become renowned for its single varietal bottlings of vineyard and Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah.

Vistors to Lafond Winery can enjoy the picnic area under the trees, where rustic tables overlook the vineyards, or relax on the newly installed patio that can accommodate small groups of up to 50 people. The spacious tasting room, with a view of the vineyard and working winery, invites lingering. Santa Barbara Winery and Lafond Winery are also available for private celebrations and events.

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SANTA BARBARA SHELLFISH COMPANY 230 Stearns Wharf, 966-6676 sbshellfishco.com

Enjoy Great Seafood Specialties at Arch Rock Fish

OPAL RESTAURANT & BAR 1325 State St., 966-9676 www.opalrestaurantandbar.com

One of Santa Barbara’s busiest and most popular seafood restaurants, the Santa Barbara Shellfish Company began in 1980 as a wholesale fish market. Over the years it has evolved into the most authentic destination for seafood anywhere. Specializing in local delicacies like lobster, crab, ridgeback shrimp & spot prawns and clam chowder made fresh daily. Here the seafood is fresh – most of it is still swimming in the tanks!

Open daily for lunch & dinner from 11am. $$/BW

A local’s favorite, Opal’s Eclectic California Cuisine fuses creative influences from around the world with American regional touches: from Chili-Encrusted Filet Mignon to Fresh Pan-Seared Fish & Seafood, Homemade Pastas, Gourmet Pizzas from our wood burning pizza oven, fresh batked breads, deliciously imaginative salads & homemade desserts. Sophisticated yet comfortable, Opal’s radiates a warm, friendly atmosphere with fun, efficient “Team Service”. Open Mon.Sat. from 11:30am & seven nights from 5pm. $$/FB.

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THE PARADISE CAFÉ 702 Anacapa St., 962-4416 www.paradisecafe.com

Overlooking the Bird Refuge in Montecito since 1996, Stella Mare’s features a glass greenhouse, sofas by the fire and the freshest innovative Santa Barbara cuisine. Casual, French Provincial décor, excellent wine list, seasonal bistro menu, cheeses and chocolate. Lunch served Tue-Sat from 11:30am-2:30pm; Dinner Tue-Sat from 5pm. Brunch Saturday & Sunday 10a-2:30pm. $$$/FB/

The Paradise Café has been a local’s favorite for more than 25 years. The atmosphere is fun & casual and features an art deco bar, outdoor garden patio & dining rooms decorated with original local art. Steaks, seafood, chops & the signature Paradise Burger are all grilled over live Santa Maria oak. Open for lunch & dinner from 11am, Sunday Breakfast at 9am. $$/FB

PIERRE LAFOND WINE BISTRO 516 State St, 962-1455

Their Seasonal Menu captures the freshness of Santa Barbara Farmer’s Markets as well as their own organic garden. Grilled organic salmon, wild mushroom sacchetti pasta, steak salad with bistro sirloin, florette

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216 W. Cabrillo Blvd., 965-3269 Come back to the good ol’ days at the first and last remaining Sambo’s restaurant, located across from the yacht harbor. Owned and operated by the same family since 1957, Sambo’s serves fresh, hearty meals at great prices! Enjoy breakfast or lunch indoors or on the patio.

Open daily from 6am-2:30pm. $/B&W

STELLA MARE’S 50 Los Patos Way, 969-6705

TEE-OFF RESTAURANT

3627 State St., 687-1616 Santa Barbara’s favorite traditional dinner house & lounge for over 50 years features exceptional prime rib, steaks, baked chicken, lobster & the finest fresh fish. Cocktails from 4pm. Lunch 11:30am-2:30pm Wed.-Fri.; dinner daily 5pm-10pm; Fri.-Sat. until 11pm & Sun. 4pm-9pm. $$$/FB

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TEE-OFF RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE Santa Barbara’s Favorite 19th Hole For More Than 50 Years!

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he Tee-off Restaurant and Lounge has been one of Santa Barbara’s most popular restaurants for over 50 years. The Tee-off opened its doors as a bar in 1956, befitting its name with golf motif. Located on Upper State Street off Las Positas Road in Santa Barbara, the Tee-off was the convenient local watering (19th) hole for golfers at nearby Santa Barbara Golf Course. Soon after, a full menu was added to the Tee-off, featuring prime rib, sirloin, lobster and shrimp. The Tee-off has evolved into a popular American dinner house, offering a comfortable back room for dining while maintaining a festive bar atmosphere.

In 1991, John Scott and Dave Perry acquired Tee-off and refurbished the restaurant piece by piece.

“Everything was brand new . . . but the same,” explained Scott. “We wanted to keep it traditional.”

Tradition defines the Tee-off. The majority of the staff has more than ten years of experience at the restaurant, and many of the customers have been coming to the Tee-off for years.

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4:00 pm . Gather at the bar for hearty cocktails before dinner. On the menu from 5:00 pm, select from a wide array of appetizers from buffalo wings to oysters on the half shell. Complete dinners at the Tee-off include soup and salad, choice of potato, vegetable and rolls. The signature dish is a slow roasted prime rib of beef, served au jus with creamed horseradish. Other specialty beef dishes include a twenty-four ounce porterhouse steak and a USDA prime filet mignon. Other favorites include a herb crusted baked rack of lamb, filet Oscar of filet mignon medallions topped with king crab.

The Tee-off also features lobster tails, sautéed scallops, crab cakes and fried shrimp. Light eaters can enjoy a Caesar salad with shrimp, grilled chicken sandwich or fish and chips.

For dessert, Santa Barbara-style cheesecake, mud pie and crème brulee are but a few of the selections.

Enjoy one of Santa Barbara’s most popular restaurants for over fifty years – the Tee-off Restaurant and Lounge. Located at 3627 State Street north of Las Positas, the Tee-off is open seven days from 4:00PM. Call (805) 687-1616 for reservations.

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PUBLIC GOLF COURSES GLEN ANNIE GOLF CLUB 405 Glen Annie Road – 18 Holes Goleta • 968-6400

RIVER COURSE AT THE ALISAL 150 Alisal Road – 18 Holes Solvang • 688-6042

HIDDEN OAKS GOLF COURSE 4760G Calle Camarada – 9 Holes Santa Barbara • 967-3493

SANDPIPER GOLF COURSE 7925 Hollister Avenue – 18 Holes Goleta • 968-1541

LA PURISMA 3455 State Hwy. 246 – 18 Holes Lompoc • 735-8395

SANTA BARBARA GOLF CLUB 3500 McCaw Avenue – 18 Holes Santa Barbara • 687-7087

OCEAN MEADOWS GOLF COURSE 6925 Whittier Drive – 9 Holes Goleta • 968-6814

TWIN LAKES GOLF COURSE 6034 Hollister Avenue – 9 Holes Goleta • 964-1414

RANCHO SAN MARCOS GOLF COURSE 4600 Hwy. 154 – 18 Holes Santa Barbara • 683-6334

ZACA CREEK GOLF COURSE 223 Shadow Mountain Drive – 9 Holes Buellton • 688-2573

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SANDPIPER SANDPIPER GOLF GOLF CLUB CLUB inspiring combination An An inspiring combination of of challenge beauty challenge andand beauty as as championship brings championship golfgolf brings youyou to to of the Pacific Ocean. the the edgeedge of the Pacific Ocean.

With breathtaking ocean With breathtaking ocean andand mountain views mountain views fromfrom everyevery hole,hole, Sandpiper a truly memorable Sandpiper is a istruly memorable experience.

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erched majestically on the bluffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean, just north of downtown Santa Barbara, you'll find a true championship course that just could be one of the best venues in all of California.

Sandpiper Golf Course, designed by William F. Bell in 1972, is an inspiring combination of challenge and beauty that was named by Golf Digest as one America’s top 75 upscale golf courses and is often referred to as the "Pebble Beach" of Southern California.

Measuring over 7,000 yards from the back tees with a championship rating of 74.5, this par 72 course with mature, wooded fairways, undulating terrain and challenging greens attracts player’s of all skill levels and has tested the abilities of PGA and LPGA players alike, playing host to several professional tournaments including The PGA Tour Tournament Players Series, The LPGA Tour Santa Barbara Women’s Open and the prestigious final stage

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of the PGA Tour Qualifying School.

While the front nine is slightly longer and more challenging than the back, the stretch of holes on the bluffs along the ocean are sparkling gems. The 11th hole, a 224-yard par 3 that drops steeply from tee to green offers splendid views of the scenic Santa Barbara coast. The ocean also comes into play on the par-5 13th, that includes a panoramic view of the five-star Bacara Resort and Spa, and, on the par-4 14th, both requiring accurate drives and approach shots to keep the ball in play.

“The ocean and mountain views are breathtaking and the golf course conditions are suberb”, says director of golf operations, Greg Villeneuve. “Our main goal at Sandpiper is to provide all of our guests with a level of service that compliments a world class golf experience”.

Conveniently located just minutes from downtown and the Santa Barbara Airport off Hwy 101 at the Winchester Canyon Road exit, Sandpiper combines a tradition of championship golf and spectacular surroundings with a full range of services that include an experienced and courteous staff, practice facility, Titleist and Callaway rental clubs, PGA instruction, a well-stocked golf shop, and, a restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch, cocktails and other beverages. For more information call (805) 968-1541.

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Championship golf with spectacular ocean and mountain views.

Stay & play packages available. 18-Hole green fees with cart from $50.

805.968.6400

www.GlenAnniegolf.com

Calendar of Events MAY May 1-Jul 24 S.B. MUSEUM OF ART Drawn to Modernism: Selected Gifts from Wright A. Ludington exhibition. Ludington (1900-1992) had a commitment to the art of his own time & laid the foundation for one of the most important collections of modern art on the West Coast. 1130 State St., 963-4364 or sbma.net May 13-17 FULL MOON SAIL Sailing cruise to watch the sun set over the ocean, twilight & the full moon!

Sunset Kidd Sailing. 962-8222.

May 20-Sep 4 S.B. MUSEUM OF ART Presents Ori Gersht: Lost in Time featuring selections from a trilogy of works based on 17th, 18th & 19th century European still-life painting, plus two new series based on Japanese history & scenery. 1130 State St., 9634364 or sbma.net May 26 CHUMASH CASINO RESORT Your ticket to headline entertainment presents Goo Goo Dolls!

Visit chumashcasino.com for more information.

May 28-30 I MADONNARI Each Memorial Day weekend the plaza of the Old Mission is transformed with 200 colorful, large-scale street

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paintings created by 400 artists & young people using chalk on pavement. The festival also features live music on the Mission lawn, food & free evening concerts in the church.

Visit Imadonnarifestival.com for further info.

May 28-Sep 18 S.B. MUSEUM OF ART Presents dSTILLed Moments: Still Lifes from the Permanent Collection, 20th century still life paintings & photographs. 1130 State St., 963-4364 or sbma.net

JUNE Jun 2 CHUMASH CASINO RESORT Your ticket to headline entertainment presents Lyle Lovett & John Hiatt. Visit chumashcasino.com for more information.

Jun 2-26 ENSEMBLE THEATRE COMPANY Presents The Fantasticks, a timeless tale full of magic & moonlight â&#x20AC;&#x201C; of a boy & girl who fall madly in love but soon grow restless & disillusioned. Alhecema Theatre, 914 Santa Barbara St., 965-5400.

Jun 4-Aug 28 S.B. MUSEUM OF ART Presents Van Gogh to Munch: European Masterworks from the Armand Hammer Foundation & Sarah Campbell Blaffer Foundation.

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Renoir, Coastline at Antibes, 1888. Oil on canvas.

Santa Barbara Museum of Art.

View exquisite works by Chagall, Morisot, Renoir, Degas, Much & Feininger.1130 State St., 963-4364 or sbma.net Jun 11-15 FULL MOON SAIL Sailing cruise to watch the sun set over the ocean, twilight & the full moon!

Sunset Kidd Sailing. 962-8222.

Jun 24-25 SUMMER SOLSTICE Welcome summer the Santa Barbara way & line the sidewalk of State Street from Cota to Micheltorena for a wacky, fun, irreverent celebration of solstice on Sat. Parade starts at noon & the celebration continues all day & early evening at Alameda Park where you’ll find food, beverages, arts, crafts, a drum circle, beer & wine garden & floats from the parade. This is a must see!

JULY Jul 4 OLD MISSION ALTERNATIVE SITE ART SHOW This annual event offers a fine selection of unique jewelry, clothing, weavings, paintings, photography, glass, pottery, sculpture & much more! 2227 Garden St., at the corner of Garden & Pueblo. 10am-5pm.

Jul 4 CELEBRATE IN SANTA BARBARA! The annual parade begins 1pm at Micheltorena St. & proceeds down State St. to Cota St. 5pm at the Courthouse Sunken Gardens enjoy an afternoon of patriotic favorites, light classics & a touch of jazz performed by the S.B. Symphony. End your day at 9pm watching 22 minutes of spectacular fireworks off West Beach. ­63

Calendar of Events Jul 10-14 FULL MOON SAIL Sailing cruise to watch the sun set over the ocean, twilight & the full moon!

Sunset Kidd Sailing. 962-8222.

Jul 14 CHUMASH CASINO RESORT Your ticket to headline entertainment presents The Monkees!

Visit chumashcasino.com for more information.

Jul 14-16 ANNUAL CALIFORNIA WINE FESTIVAL Begins Thu. 6-8:30pm at the De La Guerra Adobe Courtyard; Fri. 6:30-9pm at Chase Palm Park & Sat. 1-4pm Chase Palm Park on the ocean side. A spectacular gathering of over 200 of California’s finest wines from every wine region in the state. Tickets: californiawinefestival.com or call (805) 223-1880.

Jul 16-17 24th ANNUAL S.B. FRENCH FESTIVAL Great food, French beer & wine, over 40 great acts on 3 stages, poodle parade, hot jazz, African drumming, arts & crafts & much more. Oak Park, 11am-7pm Jul 30-31 GREEK FESTIVAL This classic Santa Barbara tradition is a mainstay with locals & visitors. They

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come for the food, music, dance & much more. Oak Park, 11am-7pm.

FUTURE EVENTS Aug 3-7 VIVA LA FIESTA! Santa Barbara’s five-day annual celebration commences with La Fiesta Pequena July 30th at the S.B. Mission, 8pm; Fiesta Mercados open daily from 11am-11pm; parade on Fri., State St. from Cabrillo Blvd. to Sola; Las Noches de Ronda at the Courthouse Sunken Garden Thu. -Sat. 8pm; Pancake Breakfast & Children’s Fiesta Parade St. For more information visit oldspanishdays-fiesta.org

ONGOING ACTIVITIES ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW Over 200 local artisans display their art, crafts & gifts for purchase. The only continuous, non-juried arts festival in the world! Admission is free.

Every Sunday from Chase Palm Park along the beach on Cabrillo Blvd. to State Street.

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Santa Barbara Area Code (805) AIRLINE COMPANIES Alaska Airlines...........................(800) 426-0333 America West............................(800) 235-9292 American Airlines......................(800) 433-7300 American Eagle.........................(800) 433-7300 Continental Airlines..................(800) 523-3273 Delta Airlines............................(800) 221-1212 Delta Skywest Airlines...............(800) 453-9417 Japan Airlines............................(800) 525-3663 KLM Airlines............................(800) 374-7747 Northwest Airlines....................(800) 225-2525 Swissair Airlines.........................(800) 221-4750 United Airlines..........................(800) 241-6522 US Air Express Airlines.............(800) 428-4322

AREA AIRPORT SERVICES Pacific Aviation...................................967-0429 Santa Barbara Airbus...........................964-7759 Super Ride Airport Shuttle..................683-9636 Hangar space/light aircraft maintenance Tie down space for general aviation Aircraft: Mercury Aviation................................964-6733 Signature Flight Support.....................967-5608 Stratman Aero Services........................967-8096

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Enterprise Rent A Car.........................966-3097 Hertz Car Rental.......................(800) 654-3131 National Car Rental............................967-1202 Thrifty Car Rental..............................681-1222 U-Save Auto Rental.............................963-3499

FOREIGN CURRENCY Paul Brombal Coins & Jewelry 3601A State Street...............................687-3641

PERFORMING ARTS Arlington Theatre................................963-4408 Circle Bar B Dinner Theatre...............965-9652 Granada Theatre.................................966-2324 Lobero Theatre....................................963-0761 Center Stage........................................963-0408 Opera Santa Barbara...........................963-0761 Santa Barbara Symphony....................963-4408 Metropolitan Theatres Movie Hotline.963-9503

VISITOR INFORMATION Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau...............................966-9222 Tourist Information 1 Garden Street . ................................965-3021

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Amtrak......................................(800) 872-7245 Amtrak/Local Station..........................963-1015 Greyhound Bus Terminal....................965-7551 MTD Santa Barbara............................683-3702

24 hr. free reservation service Hot Spots Reservation Service...(800) 793-7666

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Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital 351 S. Patterson..................................967-3411 Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Pueblo at Bath Street .........................682-7111

Alamo Rent A Car....................(800) 327-9633 Avis Rent A Car..................................964-4848 Budget Rent A Car...................(800) 221-1203

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