Savor Santa Barbara Waterfront to Wine Country

Reader Comments & Endorsements

THE COOKING CLUB REVIEWS
Savor Santa Barbara Waterfront to Wine Country
Spring 2004

Reviewed by Liz Waters

This remarkable book from the Assistance League of Santa Barbara is not only the winner of one of the Tabasco Awards for community cookbooks, but is certain to be a classic. It is innovative in scope and scale, offers a variety of new recipes that will be certain to make any cook's list of favorites, and is also a joy to read and to explore. So far, we have made the Creamy Caesar Dip (why didn't someone think of this before?), the California Gold Soup (wonderful addition on any meal), the Shake Pickles (what fun!), and the Apricot Walnut Bars. In short, we have enjoyed reviewing this book thoroughly. Not only are these new ideas and great recipes, but they have obviously been tested, and tested. They are as advertised, and the clear, easy-to-read instructions will have you making up some delicious new things in your kitchen!

From the Book Corner in the November/December 2003 issue of
Coastal Woman Magazine:

"The Editor Recommends.........
A great gift idea...Savor Santa Barbara: Waterfront to Wine Country. The ASSISTANCE LEAGUE of Santa Barbaras, which sponsors service programs to those in need, published last year a sophisticated hardcover cookbook with beautiful local photographs, insightful sidebars and tasty recipes."

ALMOND CAKE "Any baker worth her salt-or sugar!-will tell you that pound cakes taste better the next day, and this one is no exception. Make ahead and serve with fresh fruit. The simple, scrumptious formula comes courtesy of Savor Santa Barbara: Waterfront to Wine Country by the ASSISTANCE LEAGUE of Santa Barbara, California"
See recipe for the Almond Cake under "Sample".
"Reprinted with permission of Family Circle magazine."

"The blessings of the bounty from the magnificent Santa Barbara County are highlighted within these pages. The valleys of Santa Ynez, Santa Rita and Santa Maria offer ideal conditions for some of the finest wines in the world - proudly Santa Barbaran and perfect accompaniments to the culinary delights that the area has to offer from the waterfront to the garden."
–David Michael Cane, host of "A Matter of Taste" heard on KEYT NewsRadio 1250 and syndicated Nationally on Talk One Network.

"These recipes are testimony to the generosity, skill, diversity, and talent of local food enthusiasts, whose appreciation of good food and good wine form yet another common denominator... we hope you'll savor these dishes in your own homes... Bon appetit!
–Sue Grafton, internationally known Author from Santa Barbara

"I am happy to add this cookbook to my collection. With all good wishes." -Julia Child

"The photography is so beautiful, that I will only use this book on my coffee table as I don't want to destroy the beauty. Please send me another copy to use in my kitchen."
- SS, Montecito

"I have made two of the recipes in this book and they are delicious. This weekend I am going to try the whole menu featured on page 187."
- FH, Santa Barbara

"I sat down to look through this new collection of recipes - when I next looked at my watch it was 1 AM - what a wonderful book this is."
- RB, Santa Barbara

"The sidebars in this newly released collection of recipes from the ASSISTANCE LEAGUE of Santa Barbara makes me want to hop on a plane and discover this wonderful area and all it has to offer once again."
- CB, Sedona, AZ

"Where in the world did your organization come up with the idea and all the great recipes? I sure would like to meet you and personally tell you how great this one of a kind book is."
- JB, Colorado