Location Spotlight: Earl Warren Showgrounds by: Felici Events The Earl Warren Showgrounds was originally developed as the permanent location for the Santa Barbara National Horse and Flower show as well to attract and support other equestrian and agricultural events to the Santa Barbara area. In 1950, a site at the corner of Las Positas Road [...]

Location Spotlight: Fig & State by: Felici Events   Tucked away in the center of Santa Barbara lies a piece of Santa Barbara history and one of its most unique jewels. In true Santa Barbara style, with entrances on State Street and Figueroa, La Arcada is a quaint and charming substitute for the larger malls. [...]

Location Spotlight: Fess Parker Winery By: Felici Events Driving north along the pastoral Foxen Canyon Wine Trail feels like traveling back to California’s early days. Rolling hills frame vast meadows, deer and wildlife roam free, and pristine landscapes stretch as far as the eye can see. Completed in 1994, the winery and tasting room are [...]

Location Spotlight: Circle Bar B By: Felici Events   If Western is your name, then Circle Bar B is your game!  This horse ranch, situated between Santa Barbara and Santa Ynez, offers a unique and serene setting ideal for hosting gatherings. The lobby takes you to a Western and cozy time with a larger than [...]

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Location Spotlight: Rancho de la Vista by: Felici Events Rancho de la Vista is located in Carpinteria atop a foothill knoll overlooking  the Pacific Ocean. This ranch style contemporary house is perfectly suited for destination events.   Enjoy five tastefully appointed bedrooms, an eat-in kitchen and dual living rooms boasting an  open floor plan and many [...]

BETTINA & BEN CEREMONY: Sandpiper Golf Course & RECEPTION: El Paseo EVENT PLANNING & DESIGN: Armando Martinez for Alegria by Design PRINTED ITEMS: Lazaro Press FABRIC & LIGHTING: Ambient Event Design FLORAL: Louloudi Designs PHOTOGRAPHY: Linda Chaja Photography CAKE: Christine Dahl MAKEUP: Christina Burns        

Bacara Resort and Spa – Ballroom and Ballroom Terrace By: Felici Events   Bacara Resort and Spa is a stunning, Spanish-style luxury resort nestled on the scenic cliffs of the Gaviota Coast, 12 miles North of downtown Santa Barbara.  Last week we started part one of our Bacara Resort and Spa Location Spotlight mini-series featuring the Rotunda [...]

Bacara Resort and Spa – Rotunda and Terrace By: Felici Events   Bacara Resort and Spa is a stunning, Spanish-style luxury resort nestled on the scenic cliffs of the Gaviota Coast, 12 miles North of downtown Santa Barbara.  I have a special place in my heart for this particular location, because Bacara is the reason I moved [...]