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September 2012 Archive

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RESTAURANT NEWS

Openings

Eureka! has opened in the Paseo Nuevo mall in downtown Santa Barbara. Offering a wide range of Angus burgers, along with hand-cut fries, salads and a full bar, the eatery has earned a loyal following at its five other Southern California locations. Eureka!, Paseo Nuevo Mall, 601 Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, 805-618-3388.

The farm-to-table restaurant trend continues. Arlington Tavern has opened in downtown Santa Barbara. It offers an attractive mix of artfully prepared dishes like crispy pork belly with potato salad; chicken livers with fresh dill and tarragon served with rye crackers; and entrees including lamb shank with green faro, roasted garlic and goat cheese. Arlington Tavern, 21 W. Victoria, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, 805-770-2626.

News Bytes

Live Music, Beer & Oysters at Ventura Oysterfest
Ventura Oysterfest will take place on October 13th at San Buenaventura State Beach Park and feature live music, craft beers and wines, and oysters from The Jolly Oyster and other California and Greater California oyster farms. Local restaurants will also be participating as food vendors, including The SideCar Restaurant and Watermark. The festivities start at 11 a.m. Tickets cost $20 (food and beverage not included). For more information, visit www.vcoysterfest.com.

Seasonal Tastes at Scarlett Begonia
Scarlett Begonia has introduced a seasonal tasting menu, available every Sunday; think delicate dishes like summer squash and chorizo torta, and tomato and toast with Serrano ham and manchego. Proprietor Crista Fooks encourages reservations for the weekly tasting, though they are not accepted for regular dining. Scarlett Begonia, Victoria Court, 11 W. Victoria St., Ste. 10, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, 805-770-2143 .

Chef Shuffle

Chef Gary Daniel is taking the helm at Watermark in Ventura

Chef Gary Daniel is taking the helm at Watermark on Main, Mark Hartley's extravagant restaurant in downtown Ventura. Former chef Peter Edwards has moved south to work at the private Bel-Air Bay Club in the Pacific Palisades. Watermark, 598 E. Main St., Ventura, CA 93001, 805-643-6800.

After four years serving as sous chef, Sheme Santiago has moved into the top spot at The Cave restaurant. The Cave, 4435 McGrath St., Ste. 301, Ventura, CA 93003, 805-642-9449.

Closings

CLOSED FOR GOOD
Take your taste buds on a walk down memory lane! Check out our exclusive closed restaurant database for Santa Barbara to virtually visit your favorite dining spots from the past. Aja, R.I.P.

McMasters Steak and Hoagie in Isla Vista has closed after five years of service. McMasters Steak and Hoagie, 910 Embarcadero Del Norte, Isla Vista, CA 93117, no phone.

CULINARY EVENTS
Want to learn to cook? Try new dishes? Meet a foodie friend for fun? Check out our compilation of culinary events in your area.

View our calendar of Wine Dinners & Tastings in Santa Barbara

BEYONCE INSPIRED LIBATIONS

Try these whiskey cocktails inspired by Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter album.

Check the recipes.

BOURBON IN YOUR AIOLI

This cashew aioli recipe gets a kick with bourbon.

Get the recipe.

GAYOT'S RESTAURANT AWARDS

Over the years, we have been electing restaurants to be on GAYOT's Yearly Restaurant Awards.

Check the list.

News for Restaurants in Santa Barbara September 2012 Archive

News for Restaurants in Santa Barbara
September 2012 Archive