June 10, 2021
More food news: Barb's Pies has no plans to reopen elsewhere; spiffy signage at Alessia Patisserie & Cafe; a treat at Bristol Farms; the new Ojai Community Farmers' Market; dueling profiles of El Encanto's chef. 5
May 13, 2021
More food news: Barb's Pies are now only available to patrons of Venus in Furs; Buena Onda is selling beer and wine; Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church offering Greek food for one weekend only; pop-up dinner at Ventura's Frontside Cafe; the impressive way San Ysidro Ranch dealt with a customer-service issue.
December 29, 2020
More food news: The debut of La Vecinita's Kitchen, serving "authentic Mexican food"; Barb's Pies does right by healthcare workers; online ordering at Mesa Verde; forthcoming vegan restaurant in Ventura; apple-pie bialy; Grocery Outlet's wine manager.
December 14, 2020
More food news: Aperitivo's new Pasta & Vino Club; the recipe for Bibi Ji's succulent chicken tikka; fresh merch at Dune Coffee Roasters; $25 entrées at Bouchon; Cajun Kitchen on De La Vina won't be reopening; Barb's Pies introduced a vegan pizza; black corn from Sweet Wheel Farm; Dima Sama's frozen dim sum dinners; popcorn perk at the Lark.
November 30, 2020
More food news: Venus in Furs has changed up its menu and now offers Barb's pizza seven days a week; half off subscriptions from Coastal Coffee Collective; Italian panettone at Aperitivo; two cookies worth seeking out. 1
October 8, 2020
More food news: Profiles of Arnoldi's Cafe and Cristino's Bakery; nice use of plexiglass at Sakana; Old Town Coffee is now selling the beans from its roastery; short film and discussion about growing mussels off the coast of Santa Barbara.
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I've been to Beau a few times. I've been pleased with the wine selection and the cocktails are tasty and creative. However, AI heavy marketing… — Meg
Beau has a great vibe and Starr and Bruce are terrific hosts. Kudos to them for creating such an interesting place. — Vicki
Beau has been such a breath of fresh air as a wine bar in Santa Barbara with new and changing concepts, events, lists and ideas!… — Jenna
You seem compelled with something that you say is not compelling? Can we get a sleuth on that? — Christine!
Sure it is. Gluten is abundant in Italian cuisine. — Bill
The concept of a "storytelling" bar is pretentious by definition. Their website and instrgram copy, much of which is written by AI, adds more proof… — Bill
I’ve visited Beau twice and loved it! The room is cozy and welcoming with lots of couches and corners to snuggle into with a friend… — Gillian