Matt Kettmann, Author at The Santa Barbara Independent

Food By Matt Kettmann | Wed Apr 17, 2024 | 12:49pm

Santa Barbara Restaurants and Relief Agencies Rally ‘Round Superstar Chef José Andrés

The founder of World Central Kitchen brings his message of disaster aid through food to the Arlington Theatre on May 23.

Full Belly Files By Matt Kettmann | Mon Apr 15, 2024 | 11:18am

The first leg of our family’s exploration of Charleston and Savannah; plus, stories you may have missed.

Full Belly Files By Matt Kettmann | Thu Apr 11, 2024 | 7:28pm

Spring break report next week; why weight loss drugs may be hurting wine sales; plus, events to come and stories you may have missed.

Full Belly Files By Matt Kettmann | Sat Mar 30, 2024 | 9:20am

Ever since I started writing about wine back at the turn of the millennium, the industry’s public messaging posture has

Food By Matt Kettmann | Thu Mar 28, 2024 | 3:32pm

The centerpiece tenant of the Santa Barbara Public Market is toasting a decade of success with a contest and one-off dinners.

Full Belly Files By Matt Kettmann | Tue Mar 26, 2024 | 1:05pm

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Food By Matt Kettmann | Tue Mar 26, 2024 | 10:23am

This free weekend event on April 6 and 7 features classes and seedling sales.

Drink By Matt Kettmann | Fri Mar 22, 2024 | 8:33am

The second annual Saunters & Sips brings pinot noir and more to Chase Palm Park on April 13.

Bottles & Barrels By Matt Kettmann | Mon Mar 18, 2024 | 12:07pm

Satellite S.B.’s second annual natty wine faire coincides with the opening of The Factory event space.

Full Belly Files By Matt Kettmann | Sat Mar 16, 2024 | 11:27am

The story of the past and present of our annual burger bash; plus stories you may have missed.