"los olivos"

Santa Barbara Wine Country hasn’t always been a foodie destination. In recent years, though, a few eateries have put towns like Los Alamos and Santa Ynez on the map. That…

You know the saying, “Every bottle tells a story.” It may be a cheesy phrase found on wall décor and tea towels, but it’s actually true! There are so many stories…

If you remember my post on wine tasting in Los Olivos, you’ll know how much the town has changed. Once a dusty little western town, Los Olivos is now what…

Lazy Sundays no more! Since moving back to Santa Barbara, Sundays have become more of a day of fun and exploration than R&R. It’s typically Nick’s one day off (such…

I have to admit, I’m still in shock about all that is going on right now. These are strange, uncertain and unnerving times, but I’m trying to stay positive that…

I admit I do a terrible job at making time for myself. Between my family and work obligations, I have very little time for regular chores, let alone a whole…

Santa Barbara wine country is an easy 35 minute drive from downtown Santa Barbara, but sometimes it’s nice to make it a night of it (or two). And, while I’ve stayed in…

Though there are plenty of great places to eat and drink in Santa Barbara Wine Country, I can really only recommend a small handful of places to stay the night.…

When visiting Santa Barbara to taste wine, it’s easy to just hit up the cluster of tasting rooms in Los Olivos or stick to the urban wineries downtown. Even I…

It’s been a long time since I’ve featured a winemaker in my 12 Questions Q&A series and I’m excited to bring it back! This month, I’m catching up with Santa…