LA Paloma Cafe
La Paloma Cafe is a historic, farm-to-table restaurant in Santa Barbara's Presidio neighborhood known for its wood-fired California cuisine, craft cocktails, and rustic ambiance, offering seasonal dishes from locally-sourced ingredients, weekend brunch, and event spaces. It's a beloved community spot, serving everything from fresh seafood and BBQ to creative dishes, with a focus on open-flame cooking and a commitment to sustainability
Chef John Parker
Chef John’s menu is heavily driven by the Santa Barbara Certified Farmers Market, creating a "seed-to-table" approach and is known for "deep, smoky flavors" (e.g., seared purple cabbage) and rustic, wood-fired dishes.
His philosophy focuses on storytelling through food, building relationships with local farmers, and honoring the "historic" feel of the La Paloma Cafe
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