Ambitious Ideas for Zaca Creek
A family is developing the historic Buellton property into restaurants and multifaceted event space.
Author: Matt Kettmann
Lompoc City Council Opts Out of Wine BID
It’s the first official blow for the plan to fund wine country marketing.
Downtown Business Spotlight: Wine & Beer Direct to Consumer
Hear Matt Kettmann in conversation with Shaun Smith from Institution Ale and Doug Margerum of Margerum Wine Company.
Flocking Fabulous Wine Cracks COVID Code
New Santa Barbara County brand taps celeb friends, social media for explosive growth.
Grab ’n’ Go Gyros for St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church
In lieu of their annual festival, the parish is selling to-go meals as a fundraiser.
Surf ’n’ Suds Beer Fests Go Virtual
Andres Nuño, the organizer of the annual events in Carpinteria and Ventura, is now hosting popular monthly tastings with more than dozen breweries.
The Deveros Keep Punk Rock Alive in Santa Barbara
The band is joining Ventura County rockers for virtual Punk Summit concert on October 17.
Opposition Mounting to Santa Barbara County Wine Fee
A new coalition of nearly 80 wineries have formed a coalition to battle Vintners Association’s “Wine BID” proposal.
Santa Barbara County Wine Legends for Sale
Longoria Wines seeks to sell it all, while Ampelos Cellars is offloading the vineyard, not the brand.
Noble Epicurean Intentions at Peasants Feast in Solvang
Michael and Sarah Cherney’s seasonal comfort food elevates Danish-themed city’s culinary profile.