The Santa Barbara Culinary Experience (SBCE) will take place May 12-18, offering an expanded lineup of more than 70 immersive food and wine events across Santa Barbara County.

Presented in collaboration with the Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts, SBCE brings together Santa Barbara County’s vibrant food and beverage scene, spotlighting the region’s world-class chefs, winemakers, farmers, artisans, and hospitality community. 

“This year’s Santa Barbara Culinary Experience is our most ambitious yet, featuring an extraordinary lineup of events that truly reflect the spirit and bounty of our region,” said Jamie Knee, director of the Santa Barbara Culinary Experience.

“It’s also very important to us that SBCE is accessible to our entire community, so this year we’ve expanded our programming to offer a variety of events that appeal to all our audiences, including kids,” Knee said.

“We’re committed to providing an educational platform for important conversations about our region’s food and wine businesses to help deepen connections between the community and these industries,” Knee said. “We’re excited about this year’s program, and look forward to welcoming everyone back.”

Tickets are on sale at sbce.events, with a diverse selection of exclusive dining experiences, hands-on cooking classes, tastings, and farm excursions.