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Learning and Liking

In first-ever series of office tastings, The Independent’s staff tries and talks wine. Read story.

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

The 2010 Foodies

The Independent's new culinary awards celebrate the delicious side of Santa Barbara. Read story.

Thursday, September 30, 2010

Second Bite at the Savoy Apple

Savoy Café returns to Figueroa Street. Read story.

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Café Buenos Aires

A cosmopolitan spot for an eclectic fusion of Argentinean and Latin American flavors. Read story.

Monday, June 7, 2010

Never Too Many Cooks in the Kitchen

Vincent Vanhecke leads a culinary dream team for homeless teen benefit. Read story.

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Developing a Yen for Yen Ching

The old-time Chinese restaurant goes beyond its buffet. Read story.

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

The Winehound Sells Wines Before Their Time

Santa Barbara County Wine Futures expands to the DoubleTree Resort. Read story.

Friday, April 9, 2010

All Together Now

Santa Barbara County Vintners Festival shows off entire region in one day. Read story.

Thursday, April 8, 2010

Produce from the Peace Barn

Classic organic farming thrives in Gaviota. Read story.

Monday, March 29, 2010

Teens in Toques

City youth program gets kids in the kitchen and out in the culinary world. Read story.

Thursday, March 25, 2010

Y Soup?

Soup de l’YMCA’s “Soup-Off” raises funds and tickles taste buds. Read story.

Sunday, March 14, 2010

La Super Rica Taqueria

The acclaimed taqueria is dedicated to fresh handmade Mexican food. Read story.

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Far from Passé at El Paseo

Chef Alex Castillo revives the historic Santa Barbara restaurant. Read story.

Thursday, March 4, 2010

Ship Shape Chefs Set Sail

Michael Hutchings and Christine Dahl star on a culinary cruise around Italy. Read story.

Thursday, February 18, 2010

A Bagel Baker Is Born

Alex Weinstein, UCSB grad, offers the ultimate bagel. Read story.

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Atlas Genius

Australian trio Atlas Genius performs with opening performances by The ... Read More