On the Menu

How Do You Make Good Coffee With a French Press and a Pourover Cone?

October 20, 2016 by Simone Dupuy

The Bean Queen ends her reign with some final tips about the french press and the pourover cone
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In Photos: Santa Barbara and Seafood Festival 2016

October 19, 2016 by On The Menu Editor

Last Saturday, the Santa Barbara Harbor and Seafood Festival took place in downtown SB. The harbor was packed with people wanting to get a taste of locally caught and freshly prepared seafood. Along w...
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Food for Thought

October 13, 2016 by Andrea Kariger

An On The Menu writer dives into the lingusitic history of meat.
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Santa Barbara’s Pints for the Park Preview

October 13, 2016 by Simone Dupuy

"As a German-French-Irish gal — obviously predisposed to like beer, wine and drinking too much, respectively — I can’t wait to get my hands on that tasting glass"
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How Do I Make the Best Coffee with a Percolator?

October 13, 2016 by Simone Dupuy

"...percolation is a great method of brewing for espresso junkies on a budget and/or those of us who need coffee strong enough to wake God himself from ethereal slumber"
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PokeMee: Not Your Average PokeStop

October 13, 2016 by Matt Garnica

"With excellent customer service and an affordable price, be sure to stop by PokeMee for a delicious raw-fish meal."
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The 30th Annual California Avocado Festival

October 11, 2016 by Cori Sainte Marie, Matt Garnica and Marisa Ratchford

"Why does the California Avocado Festival have a place on the humble central coast? Well, to understand why we should look back way into the past to understand California’s history with the avocado....
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It’s Always Lit at Dickey’s Barbeque Pit

October 6, 2016 by Tiffany Velazquez

"...it had just the right combination of spices so as to compliment the natural flavor and juices of the pork"
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Make a Meal for 10 Dollars!

October 6, 2016 by Marisa Ratchford

A multi-cultural and cheap meal to try this weekend
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How Do I Make A Good Cold Brew?

October 6, 2016 by Simone Dupuy

Bean Queen continues her relentless teachings in this week's installment on cold brew
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Alternative Ways to Stay Awake This Fall Quarter

October 6, 2016 by Matt Garnica

Avoid the coffee crash this week and try one of these alternative energy boosts instead
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Perfect Beach Grub at Padaro’s

October 5, 2016 by Kelsey Ferrara

"You’ll find Padaro after a beautiful drive down the 101 freeway, following an off-ramp that is cheerfully named Santa Claus Lane. While it’s not as close as Freebirds or The Habit, this little bu...
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Schmear Ye, Schmear Ye! Bagel Cafe Turns 25

September 29, 2016 by Marisa Ratchford

" For 25 years, the restaurant has remained a staple of I.V. culture. Every morning it’s packed with people looking to get a bite of its well-priced, delicious food"
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