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Santa Barbara Restaurant Hosted July 4th Party + Live Music by KINGZero

Come to the best 4th of July Party in Santa Barbara.

Dear Friends,

With the 4th falling on a Friday this year, we thought it would be the opportunity to host live music from KINGZero on our beautiful patio from 2pm to 6pm.  

If you’re a local, you’ve probably heard the buzz about our mouth-watering burgers and specialty craft beers.  If you’re visiting our beautiful coastal town of Santa Barbara to celebrate the 4th of July holiday weekend, your experience will be both memorable and relaxing.  Blush is located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, so you will be near all the action.  

We’re looking forward to seeing you for 4th of July lunch, 4th of July happy hour, and 4th of July dinner.  Don’t forget to take advantage of our delicious late night menu after the fireworks show.   Amp it up in the lounge or enjoy a chat by one of our outdoor fire spits.  

At Blush Restaurant + Lounge we strive to transcend both daytime casual and nighttime elegance to meet all your dining and entertainment needs.

When the Santa Barbara days get hot this summer, here are some cool reasons to head on down to our Santa Barbara restaurant:

• California Cuisine: Executive Chef Brandon Worrell and his staff present a fanciful menu featuring fresh California cuisine intermixed with tradition American comfort food classics. Try a grilled salmon salad, lobster mac & cheese, Jamaican Jerk Chicken, or a classic California burger.
• Cool Libations: Enjoy yourself while seated at one of our two full bars – inside our cozy lounge or outside on our spacious patio. Our mixologists are happy to whip up a specialty drink that’s sure to refresh. Just think how great a Blush Margarita or a Pineapple Smash will feel after a long, hot day. And don’t forget our Happy Hour, Tuesday through Sunday from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.
• Wedding Central: Blush Restaurant + Lounge is highly recommended by top wedding planners in Santa Barbara. Blush is an ideal choice for bachelorette parties, rehearsal dinners, and elegant wedding receptions.
• Santa Barbara Sunday Brunch: What could be better than lazing away a Sunday on our beautiful outdoor patio while enjoying the perfect brunch? Sip a refreshing cocktail while enjoying our specialties, sandwiches, scrambles, benedicts and omelets.
• Late Night Fun: Don’t let the party stop just because the sun has gone down! Stop on over to Blush and enjoy something from our lounge menu or dessert menu.

Whether you are looking for a great Sunday brunch in Santa Barbara, a hot spot to hold your bachelorette party, a great wedding reception location, a fun Happy Hour, or an elegant dining experience,Blush Restaurant + Lounge has it all. Locals and visitors alike agree that this is their favorite hangout spot in Santa Barbara. With our comfy ambience, convenient location, and plentiful parking, we make it easy to enjoy some summer fun. Contact us at 805-957-1300 or make your online reservations now.  

Have a hot and “oh so cool” summer!

Happy 4th of July from all of us at Blush Restaurant + Lounge!

About Blush Restaurant + Lounge: Gayot’s review reported, “Nightlife and fine dining collide at this hot-spot in downtown Santa Barbara.” Blush Restaurant + Lounge is conveniently located at 630 State Street.  If you’re planning a Santa Barbara bachelorette party, rehearsal dinner, or elegant wedding reception, visit the website and Facebook page or call 805-957-1300 for more information. Reservations may be made by phone or booked online.

Search Engine Pros to Exhibit / Speak at Women’s Festivals

Santa Barbara, CA – March 6th, 2014: Search Engine Pros, Santa Barbara web marketing firm, will be an exhibitor this year at Women’s Festivals 2014. Taylor Reaume, founder of the online marketing agency, will join an all-star roster of speakers at the Festival which will be held on March 7th and 8th at the Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real in Santa Barbara, CA. Each year the Festival celebrates women in leadership by bringing together amazing resources, inspiring speakers and wonderful entertainment.

In adhering to this year’s theme of “Tech, Talk & Trade,” Reaume will discuss common pitfalls of web site marketing strategy, SEO marketing, social media marketing, and email marketing to help attendees develop a winning corporate internet marketing strategy.  He will discuss average budgets and online marketing costs associated with growing a business on the web using Google Adwords marketing and SEO campaigns. Reaume will also present web marketing pricing models and answer questions about how to get the best price on web marketing services. Attendees will leave with an understanding of the importance of search engine optimization and Google search marketing when growing a business online.

“I’m happy to be associated with one of the premier events in Santa Barbara for empowering women,” commented Google marketing consultant Taylor Reaume. “Today’s women in leadership roles need a solid understanding of how to use the power of search marketing to enhance the visibility and viability of their Santa Barbara companies. I’m hoping to provide advice on the best WordPress strategies, email marketing tactics, and online marketing plans that attendees can implement themselves to give their business a boost. Attendees who visit our booth will receive a 30 page web site health diagnosis and Google rank report.”

SEO, or search engine optimization, is the process used to affect the visibility of clients’ websites in search engine search results. The goal is to utilize tactics which result in higher or more frequent appearances of client information in the search results list. As a web marketing strategy SEO programs consider how search engines work, what the target demographic searches for, and the keywords used in the search process. SEO strategies may include social media marketing, a high quality SEO press release strategy, or Google AdWords marketing programs.

“Bring a resume by our booth if you’re a college student, or a freelancer writer / web designer. We’re looking for self starters to join our team of web marketing professionals,” said Reaume.

The Women’s Festivals celebrates the accomplishments and nurtures the dreams of women in an interactive, multi-cultural, and multi-tracked program and expo focusing on the critical areas of women’s lives: Personal, Professional, Philanthropic, and Planet. Their goal is to help facilitate premier gatherings for women’s self-empowerment worldwide. Interested parties can purchase tickets or connect online to get up-to-the-minute updates.

About Women’s Festivals: The Women’s Festivals is a sponsored project of NAWBO-California Education Fund. Women and men from throughout the world will attend the Santa Barbara event on March 7, 8 and 9 at Earl Warren Showgrounds. The festival will include a professional business expo, awards program, and educational and enlightening discussions led by renowned speakers and authors. Visit the website and Facebook page or call 805-565-9967 for more information on attending or exhibiting at the Festival.

About Search Engine Pros: Search Engine Pros is a Santa Barbara web marketing firm located at 201 W. Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA. As web marketing professionals they offer a wide range of online marketing services, including SEO marketing, email marketing, PPC (Pay Per Click Google Adwords), and SEO web design. Visit the website and Facebook page or call 800-605-4988 to request a complimentary copy of 101 Ways to Drive Traffic.

- See more at: http://www.thesearchenginepros.com/march-events-santa-barbara.html#sthash.sO7VsZAD.dpuf

We’re Bringing Classy Back To Santa Barbara Nightlife

Picking a hotspot, planning a bachelorette party or heading out to happy hour just got easier thanks to Blush Santa Barbara. Located in the heart of downtown, Blush Restaurant + Lounge is a unique combination of restaurant and lounge that transforms the hurried lunch, the harried dinner and the chaotic and noisy nightlife into a cool and classy experience. The sizable space works as a dance floor and event space, making it a top choice for many events, especially with its track record as one of the best bachelorette party locations in the region.

Top 5 Reasons People Keep Coming Back to Blush

Ambiance

Good food is one thing, but dining on good food in one of the leading restaurants in Santa Barbara that serves up ambiance as seamlessly as your steak is another. Blush transforms an ordinary dinner out into refined social dining and the typically chaotic nightclub scene into a sophisticated experience. Modern décor, warm lighting and an inviting dining and dancing area ensure the ambiance easily transcends from day to night.

The ‘Magical’ Patio

For some, Blush’s patio doesn’t just add to the ambiance, it creates the ambiance. The patio may not be magical in the sense of featuring fairy dust or a performing illusionist, but it does serve as a magical attraction for many. Patrons can enjoy the sunny Santa Barbara scene while sipping on pomegranate punch or nibbling on tender bites of filet mignon. That certainly should count as magical, especially since the patio features six intimate fireside tables.

Local California Cuisine

Whether you’re in the mood for California cuisine with a local flair or good ole American comfort food, Blush can accommodate your palate. You may not even have to choose between the two, with delightful dishes that combine them. Perhaps you’d like to sample the Lobster Mac-N-Cheese, the Ahi Tuna Wrap or an appetizing Charcuterie as an appetizer. Blush menus cover lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, a happy hour menu, a dessert menu and even a kids’ menu if you want to make Blush a family affair. A lounge bar menu also kicks into gear after 10 p.m.

Executive Chef Mossin Sugich and his culinary team use local, fresh produce and unique combinations. They can accommodate an intimate first date as easily as a party of dozens for your rehearsal dinners, bachelorette parties or other select events that deserve the finest of everything Santa Barbara restaurants can offer.

Dashing Drink Menus

Blush’s extensive menu options extend to the drinks, featuring a broad wine list and specific selections for happy hour, cocktails and brunch libations. The freshest ingredients take center stage with our drink mixologist Josh Lewis, who can whip up any number of one-of-a-kind specialty cocktails. Bachelorette parties will never be the same once Josh serves up a round of Pineapple Smashes infused with jalapeno or a batch of his pomegranate punch.

Attention to Detail

The executive chef and mixologist Josh aren’t the only ones who focus on the details. Blush’s servers continue to be highly touted for their ability to estimate your needs before you may know you had them. Attention to detail is additionally what gives Blush its sophisticated ambiance and makes it an ideal location for happy hour, dinner out or a night on the town.

No matter why you choose to Blush, you won’t have to worry about the details.  Our trained and friendly staff knows how to proactively relax our guests.  All you have to do is sit back, relax and tip your glass in a toast to Santa Barbara class.

About Blush Restaurant & Lounge: If you are planning a bachelorette party, rehearsal dinner, or elegant wedding reception,visit the website and Facebook page. Reservations may be made by phone or booked online. Blush is located at 630 State Street in downtown Santa Barbara. For more information call (805) 957-1300 to speak with our friendly staff.

Blush Restaurant + Lounge Unveils New Site

Blush Restaurant + Lounge, conveniently located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, announces the redesign of its website to represent the restaurant’s easy combination of refined culture and contemporary ambience. In addition to reflecting its modern style and sophistication, the restaurant also wanted the new site to be informative and user friendly.

The tone is set right away on the new landing page where guests are treated to sumptuous views of Blush’s cuisine and comfort. If visitors are tempted to try some of the Santa Barbara restaurant’s fine culinary offerings, reservations can easily be made right from the home page. Quick links are offered to further information on holiday parties and bachelorette parties, two of the restaurant’s most sought-after events.

A quick tour around the site lands visitors on the tantalizing menu page, where guests can peruse options from the lunch menu, dinner menu, brunch menu and Blush’s famous dessert menu. The Blush Restaurant + Lounge menu highlights the original flavors of seasonal California cuisine and incorporates American comfort food classics, but accommodating chefs are happy to customize a party menu to any taste. Chefs use fresh and local produce from Santa Barbara to satisfy the palette of every guest.

The page also offers quick access to further information about some of the most entertaining parts of the Lounge’s nightlife scene. Visitors will be astonished by the wide variety of libations available on the wine list, cocktail menu and happy hour menu. Blush Restaurant + Lounge not only has an exceptional food menu, it also offers exquisite, one of a kind specialty cocktails, which feature only the freshest ingredients.

“We created Blush Restaurant + Lounge to be a fun and relaxed spot for intimate dinners, bachelorette parties, wedding receptions, and so much more,” commented Asaf Dimant. “We can be part of a night on the town or a weekend getaway to Santa Barbara. This new site truly showcases the comfort, fun, and enjoyment of a meal or event at Blush.”

The site’s photo gallery includes many party scenes, dinner views, and photos of relaxing evenings in front of a fire pit on the patio. Nestled in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, Blush Restaurant + Lounge provides a modern, stylish decor with a warm, ambient indoor dining room and exquisite outdoor patio accompanied by fireside seating. It features seasonal Californian cuisine with inventive signature cocktails that truly highlight a classic dining experience at its finest.

About Blush Restaurant + Lounge: Gayot’s review reported, “Nightlife and fine dining collide at this hot-spot in downtown Santa Barbara.” The restaurant + lounge is located at 630 State Street.  If you’re planning a bachelorette party, rehearsal dinner, or elegant wedding reception, visit the website and Facebook page or call 805-957-1300 for more information. Reservations may be made by phone or booked online.

Santa Barbara Bar Voted Best Bar 5 Years In A Row

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 19th, 2013 – SANTA BARBARA, CA – West beach Santa Barbara bar “The Neighborhood Bar” recently won the best Santa Barbara Bar as voted by the people in the Independent Magazine.  The Hood has  won the SB Readers’ Poll award five years in a row for best bar in Santa Barbara in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 & 2013.

If you’re a Santa Barbara local, you’ve probably heard of The Neighborhood Bar located on west beach at the corner of Bath and Montecito St. Known for its laid back atmosphere, you will find the best Santa Barbara nightlife at “The Hood.”

“When you think about it, there really aren’t a lot of big neighborhood bars,” said David Burkholder, who is currently beefing up his own through expansion and new construction. “They usually are very small with a small clique of people who go to them. Where we are and what we do makes everybody feel like this is their neighborhood bar. And some of the reasoning behind this was actually on purpose.  From the start, we were going to be unlike any other place. This award helps us feel like we’re doing the right thing.”

The Neighborhood Bar has something for everyone. It’s a favorite hangout spot among locals because of the close proximity to the beach, cheap drinks and casual environment. Tourists on Yelp and Trip Advisor report The Hood as one of the best people watching spots on west beach. You may see anything from stumbling old locals and hippies, to young girls and frat guys. The hood has a diverse crowd, from singles, couples, small groups, business owners to back hoe drivers, 21st birthday gatherings to softball pre and post game party people.

“We would like to thank our loyal hood fans for voting The Neighborhood Bar the best Santa Barbara Bar in the Independent Newspaper five years in a row.  We work hard to give the people what they want, and this kind of recognition is greatly appreciated by each of our hard working bar tenders and cooks.  We know that we would never have come this far without the support of our loyal hood fans,” said David Burkholder, owner. 

About The Hood: Affordable, yet respectable Santa Barbara restaurants are not easy to find. The Neighborhood Bar is one of the best restaurants Santa Barbara has to offer. You’ll enjoy excellent food for an amazing price served up by the helpful and friendly staff. Visit the site at http://www.theneighborhoodbar.com and join the Facebook page athttps://www.facebook.com/TheNeighborhoodBar

 

The Neighborhood Bar  
235 West Montecito Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 963-7600

How To Evaluate Plant Extracts Provider

Primal Essence of Oxnard CA, knows that plant extracts are a crucial ingredient in food manufacturing. As a leading provider to the food service industry, Primal Essence realizes that the right bulk herbal extracts and supercritical extracts can make all the difference in whether a new product line is greeted with warmth or disinterest. Turmeric extract, rosemary extract and chai concentrate can add a powerful taste punch to just about any product line, so selecting the right plant extracts provider is a critical first step on the road to success. Here are some key questions and considerations that will help food manufacturers evaluate potential plant extracts providers:

• Learn About the Company’s Experience: Find out how long it has been in business, learn about its reputation in the food industry, and ask what other companies utilize its product line.  Primal Essence has been meeting the plant extracts needs of customers worldwide for almost two decades. Some of the many companies that have made Primal Essence an Approved Vendor for many of its water dispersible flavors include Starbucks, General Mills, Kraft, Heinz, and Hearthside Company.
• Investigate the Production Process from Start to Finish: Not all plant extracts providers are alike. Some utilize inferior products or questionable production techniques in an effort to increase volume and minimize costs. This can result in a lesser end product quality and negatively affect the consumer’s impression of your business. Primal Essence believes in quality from start to finish. With their insistence on the highest-quality, their eco-conscious extraction process, and their strict Quality Assurance Program, Primal Essence produces superior quality fennel extract, fenugreek extract, chamomile extract, spearmint extract and other many other herbs and spice extracts that maintain and concentrate their original flavor, potency and vitality.
• Ask About Quality: Look for a company with products that are all-natural, Certified Organic, and Kosher.
• Question Their Ability to Meet Your Needs: Your food manufacturing business requires a reliable stream of quality plant extracts in a variety of formats to meet the demands of your consumers. Primal Essence supplies products in both liquid and powder forms to meet any dry or wet application needs. They can also meet your demand for many hard-to-find specialty items including natural Astaxanthin, Ayurvedic Herbs, CoQ10, Hops, Rosemary Antioxidant, Frankincense, Eucalyptus, St. John’s Wort, Tocopherols, Tulsi, and Valerian.
• Talk About Pricing: If all other factors are to your satisfaction, it’s time to discuss pricing. A bulk plant extracts provider can offer more affordable pricing on a wide variety of your ingredient needs. Using Primal Essence extracts has saved companies up to seven times, when they changed to using Primal Essence extracts versus using the dry herb and spice counterparts.

About Primal Essence: Primal Essence in Oxnard, CA is a leading supplier of bulk herbal extracts to the food, beverage, and food service industries. If you need bulk supplies of quality natural extracts like fenugreek extract, turmeric extract, rosemary extract, chai concentrate, chamomile extract, natural Astaxanthin, fennel extract, spearmint extract, orsupercritical extracts, turn to the professionals at Primal Essence. Visit the website and Facebook page or call 805-981-2409 for more information.

Santa Barbara Wedding Planner Recommends Five Hotel Wedding Venues

August 8, 2013 – Santa Barbara, CA - Merryl Brown Events is a certified, award-winning, Santa Barbara event management company that specializes in corporate events, sophisticated social events, and elegant weddings. The company recently released a list of the top five Santa Barbara hotel wedding venues on their blog. The recommendations are based on the hotel’s high level of professionalism and dedication to their clients, flexibility when making plans that meet the needs of the couple and their families, and provide beautiful scenery that could rival any photo in a top bridal magazine.

“We are truly blessed to have such a wealth of elegant hotel wedding venues in Santa Barbara.  The review we published was aimed at helping couples find the perfect hotel wedding venue,” said Merryl Brown, Santa Barbara Wedding Planner.

Ojai Valley Inn & Spa located in the Ojai Valley, this is a beautiful venue for discerning couples that can choose from several on-site locations as the space for the wedding, including a 5-acre herb garden. If you are interested in making an appointment to visit one of Santa Barbara’s best wedding planners, contact the catering department at (805) 640-2070.

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore is the perfect venue for couples seeking to plan an ocean front wedding. They offer a variety of indoor and outdoor options surrounded by eucalyptus trees, rose gardens, and exquisite palm trees. If you would like to know more about this gorgeous venue, call (805) 969-2261. 

San Ysidro Ranch is a perfect venue for couples seeking an intimate wedding on a ranch. The ranch has a variety of custom wedding packages in one of the Ranch’s romantic cottages or fragrant gardens. If you are thinking this may be the perfect space for your wedding, call the hotel’s Wedding and Event Department at (805) 565-1702. 

The Bacara Resort & Spa is dubbed one of the most romantic settings for Santa Barbara weddings. The hotel sprawls across 78-acres of Pacific Ocean views perched on top of cliffs. This hotel is sure to offer you a ceremony and reception that will suit your tastes and needs. For questions call (805) 571-3356.

El Encanto Hotel is a recommended venue if you’re looking for an incredible panoramic view for your wedding.  Whether you choose an outdoor reception in the wisteria-lined Arbor and Lily Pond or a commitment ceremony in the elegant ballroom, El Encanto promises a magical event. Call (805) 845-5800.

About Merryl Brown Events - Merryl Brown Events is one of the best event planning companies in Santa Barbara. Known for attention to detail and the love of old world elegance with a modern twist, Merryl Brown Events will plan your luxury wedding with the care, consideration, and time you expect and deserve. In addition to weddings, Merryl Brown Events also serves as a corporate event planner and social event planner. Visit the website and Facebook page or call (805) 453-5729 for more information.

- See more at: http://www.merrylbrownevents.com/blog/2013/08/16/press-santa-barbara-wedding-planner-recommends-top-hotel-wedding-venues/#sthash.e7GbhCie.dpuf