This year, epicure.sb takes center stage on Visit Santa Barbara’s social media channels. The month-long celebration is denoted as #epicuresb on Twitter, will appear on Pinterest, Google+ and Instagram, and will be the subject of a special Facebook sweepstakes. To help commemorate the event’s 5th Anniversary, fans of Santa Barbara will be invited to participate in a memory card match-style online game that will feature event participants, special events, and specific messaging. Once users have completed the game, they can enter to win the grand prize — a return visit to Santa Barbara to enjoy epicure.sb in 2014.
Each year epicure.sb gains popularity, and this year is no exception with 89+ participants, and a total of 100+ offerings. Locals and visitors can choose from special events, distinctive dining experiences and exclusive hotel packages. Recent additions to the program include:
Plates of Indonesia (Oct. 7-9, 14-16)
– Sama Sama Kitchen will take diners on a food tour back in time. Explore the different countries that have settled in Indonesia over the course of 1,000 years and how the Dutch, Portuguese and Chinese have influenced the indigenous cuisine of Indonesia.Secret Sundays: A Smorgasbord Speakeasy (Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27)
– Enjoy a secret menu on Sunday’s at The Blue Owl if you know the password. The theme changes weekly with the final Sunday featuring a smorgasbord of 10 different pies. Patrons that answer the weekly riddle can stay longer.New Noise Music Festival (Oct. 17-19)
– Also celebrating its 5th anniversary, this unique festival hosts more than 100 artists and music industry speakers over three days. New Noise aims to be fun, creative and educational – giving artists and participants the resources and opportunities to perform and learn in a professional and inventive setting.
Funk Zone Arts Festival (Oct. 19)
– Discover the hidden, and not-so-hidden, treasures of the Funk Zone at this 2nd Annual Arts Festival. Experience first-hand the neighborhood’s unique culinary and cultural offerings including food and wine specials, exclusive dining experiences, and guided tours of the area’s creative community. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of this vibrant area.5th Annual Sensational Seafood (Oct. 10)
– At the Ty Warner Sea Center’s sunset celebration, explore the delicious ways one’s choices can protect the ocean’s health. Crave and savor sustainability while tasting the wonderful variety of seafood harvested around Santa Barbara. Get some food-for-thought while meting local fisherman and chefs who are leading the way to a more sustainable future.Distilling the Spirits and Tastes of Santa Barbara (Oct. 8)
– Join Spare Parts and Cutler’s Artisan Spirits for a one-of-a-kind evening. Learn creative ways to infuse the evening’s entrees, made from fresh and local ingredients, with Cutler’s unique spirits. Guests will also sip on signature Cutler Cocktails made by the founder of Santa Barbara’s first legal distillery, Ian Cutler.Date Night at Salt (Oct. 25)
– Enjoy a special night out with your loved one at Salt. Relax in their gorgeous Himalayan salt cave watching the Academy Award nominated film “Chocolat” while indulging in their artisan salted chocolate truffles and sipping bubbly.Family Fun at La Cumbre Plaza (every Friday in October)
– Friday’s throughout October bring the entire family for hands on events that include making jam, brownies, beaded bracelets and caramel apples. Check out the weekly Local Artisans Market happening at the same time.Eat Local Challenge (Oct. 1-31)
– Edible Santa Barbara is partnering with the Community Environmental Council, Santa Barbara Certified Farmers Market and the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County to encourage people to only eat locally grown and produced food during the month of October.
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