✨The Grand Wine Tasting 2026 ✨
Still thinking about The Grand Wine Tasting with @sbculinaryexperience … One absolutely unforgettable (and seriously fun) afternoon in Santa Barbara.
From local wineries pouring their best to food artisans serving up bites that stole the show 🍷 🍲
Produced in partnership with The Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts, this event doesn’t just taste good, it does good…with net proceeds benefiting local nonprofits supporting our county’s food system.
Don’t miss out in 2027. Follow @sbculinaryexperience and @enjoysantabarbara for more highlights and info on next year’s Grand Wine Tasting. Thanks for having us @sbculinaryexperience 💕
That’s a wrap on The Grand Wine Tasting 2026! 🍽️🍷
We want to say a huge thank you to all the local chefs who brought food, the wineries who poured, our sponsors, and everyone who bought a ticket to The Grand Wine Tasting. This event wouldn’t happen without our Santa Barbara community showing up the way you do.
#sbce #grandwinetasting
Grand Wine Tasting 2026 🍷✨
and Santa Barbara understood the assignment.
Hosted by @sbculinaryexperience at the historic El Presidio 📍
Imagine: 40+ wineries from across SB County, all in one spot.
Unlimited pours. Food artisans. Wine talks with the winemakers who *make* Santa Barbara wine country.
Live music by @saltystringsband .
Photo booth + California sun = your new profile pic 🌞
Thank you @sbculinaryexperience for having me — this is how you do a weekend.
Who’s adding this to their 2027 calendar already? 👇
#SeeSB #SantaBarbara #WineTasting #SBCulinaryExperience #SBWineCountry FoodiesOfSB CaliforniaWine
Looking for a food and wine fueled Saturday? The Grand Wine Tasting is happening TOMORROW, featuring more than 40 food and wine vendors pouring some of your favorite wines from across Santa Barbara County.🍷Enjoy live music from The Salty Strings, plus two exclusive wine talks hosted by Matt Kettmann.
Fresh Faces of Santa Barbara County Wine (3:00-3:40 PM)
* Rooted Vine Cellars: Iaon Pohlit @rootedvinecellars
* Mazette Wines: Zach Petersen @mazettewines
* Tomi Cellars: Boyd Shermis @tomicellars
* Lyons Vineyard: Sarah Lyons @lyonsvineyard
Sta. Rita Hills Showcase: Pinot vs. Chardonnay
(4:00-4:45 PM)
* Margerum Wine Company & Barden: Doug Margerum @margerumwines
* Donnachadh: Drew Duncan @donnachadhwines
* Sandhi Wines: Sashi Moorman @sandhiwines
* SAMsARA Wine Co.: Matt Brady @samsarawineco
Yummy bites will be provided by:
* @bluebirdgrainfarms
* @cakesbyheatherashley
* @dinkelbrot_carpinteria
* @cusoscreamery
* @emptybowlnoodle
* @marisellarestaurant
* The Willows at @chumashcasino
It will be a Saturday you won’t want to miss. Tickets are still on sale, so grab yours now at SBCE.events.
#SBCE #grandwinetasting
What a huge success last nite @gallupandstribling
Thank you to everyone who came out last night we all had such a great time & delicious einkorn goodies
I can’t wait to be a part of the Grand wine tasting @sbculinaryexperience Saturday May 16th
#einkorn
#carpinteria
#regenerative
#farming
What an absolute honor tonight’s @sbculinaryexperience dinner was. We got to collaborate with our ultimate main man 🎣@hahafishco , use the best farm freshness from @freckerfarms 👨🏻🌾 , & the dudes from 🍸@blackmarketspirits for a night to celebrate Santa Barbara. What an incredible place to be in, to cook in, and to showcase how insane it is to eat and drink what comes from here. Thank you to everyone who came out and supported all of us. We’re all so lucky and grateful to be able to do such rad things. 🤙
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#eater #eaterla #chef #infatuationla #santabarbara
Friday evening is the Garden Table & Fireside Stories: The Joy of Cooking and Gathering, inspired by Julia Child.
Gather at The Steward @thestewardsb , a Tribute Portfolio Hotel at the historic horticultural estate for an evening of storytelling, connection, and shared dining. It will start with an intimate fireside chat featuring Julia Child’s niece, Phila Cousins, and Julia’s Grand-Nephew, Alex Prud’homme, offering personal stories and insight into her enduring legacy.
Then dine on the garden lawn for a coursed, family-style supper with curated cocktail pairings, inspired by Julia Child celebrating the joy of food and bringing people together.
Space is limited for this one-of-a-kind experience under the Santa Barbara sky.
A portion of the proceeds from this will benefit the @sbculinaryexperience in partnership with The Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts. Gratuity is included in the ticket price.
When: May 15, 2026, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Where: The Steward, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
5490 Hollister Ave.
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Price: $190
https://sbce.events/event/the-garden-table-fireside-stories-the-joy-of-cooking-and-gathering-inspired-by-julia-child/
Photo of Alex Prud’homme with Julia Child taken by Sarah B. Prud’homme
Menu provided by the the Steward
An unforgettable evening at Aegean for the Santa Barbara Culinary Experience ✨
Our Sofra Series brought together stories, flavors, and traditions inspired by the Aegean and beyond — shared around one table, just the way we love to gather. From seasonal farmers market ingredients to dishes rooted in memory and hospitality, this night was incredibly special for our team.
Thank you to everyone who joined us, supported us, and shared this experience with us. Santa Barbara continues to inspire everything we do 🤘
#SofraSeries #SantaBarbara #SantaBarbaraFood #SantaBarbaraEats #sbce
POV it’s @sbculinaryexperience week and you found a storytelling wine bar
@from_beau_sb is an immersive experience. You don’t just show up to drink wine, you show up to engage, listen, explore, search, and untangle the passages from Beau’s journal. You’ll hear inserts from Beau’s journal then engage with the other members to try to figure out the mystery of Beau. There’s clues hidden throughout the bar along with hand curated pieces (art, knives, clothing, furniture, etc) that can be available for purchase. Everything in the bar means something, you can’t overlook anything. Don’t be upset if you walk out with more questions than answers; this is a storytelling bar that will keep you coming back for more!
#gatsby #storytelling #winebar #couples #mystery
Paradise Springs Wine x Culinary Experiences are unmatched 🔥 No matter which coast is your home base, we have multiple events coming up that you won't want to miss.
Santa Barbara 🍷 ✈️ The Bordeaux Varietals of the Happy Canyon AVA
Thursday, May 14 | 6 - 7:30 pm
Explore the complex and captivating varietals of Bordeaux with our resident Sommelier, Stephen Goularte (recently back from Bordeaux!). Expect several wines from Happy Canyon, with some international surprises popping up. Limited seats left–🔗 in bio.
You'll also find the Santa Barbara team throughout the week at @sbculinaryexperience for the Taste of Naples dinner and Grand Tasting on Saturday. It's a week of great events giving back to the Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts.
Virginia 🍴🥂 Wine and Culinary Pairing
Friday, May 15 | 5 - 8 pm
This signature monthly experience is dedicated to highlighting your favorite Paradise Springs wines alongside three artisan, single-bite pairings prepared by Executive Chef Alex. Each month is a different theme with surprise wines and new pairings.
May Featured Wines: Pink Ash Sparkling, Albariño, and Nebbiolo
Make a reservation for the May or June tasting at the 🔗 in bio.
Tonight Beau’s interior is reserved for a private event. Our patio remains open to the public this evening for wine, beer, sake, aperitifs, and good conversation beneath the lights.
We’ll see you outside. 🍷
