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In A Few Days I am Heading To Provence For A Discovery Tour

I will be searching for the perfect villa for our stay — a home where we can gather in the kitchen to cook fabulous meals together, then savor them on a terrace overlooking the vineyards as the sun sets. Imagine long evenings lingering over shared bottles of excellent wine and delicious food, wonderful conversation, and stories that stretch late into the night.

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live rock crab

Grab The Day By The Claws!

July 12th 2026 at Gaviota Coast Wines

Summer CrabFest hits Gaviota Coast Wines July 12. Fresh crab, flowing wine, questionable butter restraint.

Get crackin’ — tickets are limited.

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Learn how to use local seasonal ingredients to create delicious meals under Laurence's expert guidance

Meet the growers at the Farmers Market, learn how to select and use Santa Barbara's seasonal bounty from land and sea. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, Laurence will guide you in preparing amazing dishes you can recreate at home.

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"COOKING IS LIKE LOVE. IT SHOULD BE ENTERED INTO WITHABANDON OR NOT AT ALL.” HARRIET VAN HORNE

Contact me for private dinners and team-building events designed around great food, local ingredients, and community. Every gathering is custom-built around your preferences and budget, drawing on lifelong relationships with farmers, fishermen, winemakers, and producers I love working with.

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