Thursday, June 1, 2017

Memorial Weekend Hotel Room Specials

Dear Readers,

Memorial Day Weekend is nearly upon us, and The Eagle Inn would like to take a moment to honor the fallen soldiers who fought so bravely for this beautiful country. The Eagle Inn would be extremely proud to have all former and current veterans visit us on Memorial Day weekend, so we are offering a special on our standup paddling lessons or harbor kayaking to anyone with a military ID. Enjoy either of these activities for $89 on this year’s sunny Memorial Day weekend.

A somber holiday in its conception and tradition, Memorial Day has evolved as a holiday that we often spend with the family outside around the grill, but before you get the charcoal and lighter fluid out, The Eagle Inn would like to take a moment to revisit the history of the holiday. Inspired by our soldiers’ dedication and bravery, we would like to honor them by remembering the importance of the holiday.

Never Forget: There are over a quarter million soldiers buried in Arlington Cemetery with an average of 28 burials a day. We will never forget their sacrifices.

Moment of Silence: In 2000 Congress passed a law requiring all Americans to drop what they are doing at 3pm on Memorial Day to honor our fallen soldiers. You can be certain all of us at The Eagle Inn will be paying our respect at that time.

Old Glory: Remember on Memorial Day it is tradition to fly the flag at half-staff until noon and then raise it to full staff in the afternoon.

Veteran’s Day vs Memorial Day: Often the two are confused. Veteran’s Day honors all US military veterans, while Memorial Day honors those who gave their lives while serving.

A United Country: Memorial Day wasn’t the original name of the holiday. It was Dedication Day, and it began after the Civil War to honor those who died.

Costly Price: We lost 620,000 soldiers during the Civil War. That’s more than WWI, WWII, and the Korean War combined. The high death toll was a result of Americans fighting on both sides of the war.

We would be inspired and honored to have any current and former soldier visit us on Memorial Day weekend. Rooms and activities book up fast on the holiday weekend, so give us a call at (805) 965-3586 or contact us online by clicking here.

Bring your military ID and receive special offers and discounts. Whether you’re looking for a room, fun activities, a beachside location or restaurants, The Eagle Inn will help you plan the perfect vacation in Santa Barbara.

Download our complimentary Santa Barbara Vacation Guide, “101 Free Things to Do in Santa Barbara,” for some not-to-miss Santa Barbara fun. Visit our website at http://TheEagleInn.com or call 805-965-3586 today to make hotel reservations.

Happy Memorial Day Weekend from The Eagle Inn!

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Want a great gift idea? Show your appreciation for a friend or co-worker with an Eagle Inn Gift Card. Click here to order a gift certificate using our online system, or to do it by phone, call us at (805) 965-3586 and place your order.

Memorial Day Weekend Events in Santa Barbara:

Memorial Day Celebration: Join the Veterans Coordinating Council to honor the sacrifice of American military members. Lunch will be provided. (Monday May 29th at 12:30 pm. 112 West Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Call 455-5259)

Pierre Claeyssens Veteran’s Museum & Library: This Memorial Day, join the Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation (PCVF) at the Santa Barbara Cemetery in remembrance of those who gave the greatest sacrifice for our country. The ceremony will include a patriotic program featuring the Santa Barbara Choral Society, bagpipers, and keynote speech from featured guest, Captain Charlie Plumb.

iMadonnari Street Painting Festival: Palettes of color and culture come together for three days each spring at Old Mission Santa Barbara. Watch street painters transform Mission plaza using pastels on pavement to create over 150 vibrant and colorful large-scale images.

Scuba Diving Trips: California scuba diving in the kelp forests around the Channel Islands and Big Sur is a unique and different experience for divers more accustomed to tropical waters. This is a recurring event happening daily, located at Truth Aquatics, Inc.

Taste of Santa Barbara Food Walking Tour: Time: 11:00am – 2:30pm Santa Barbara Tasting Tours offers intimate food walking tours in downtown Santa Barbara and gives guests an up close and personal look into the local food scene and the history of the area.

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Santa Barbara: Middle and Late 19th Century

Change came quickly after Santa Barbara's acquisition by the United States. The population doubled between 1850 and 1860. In 1851, land surveyor Salisbury Haley designed the street grid, famously botching the block measurements, misaligning the streets, thereby creating doglegs at certain intersections. Wood construction replaced adobe as American settlers moved in; during the Gold Rush years and following, the town became a haven for bandits and gamblers, and a dangerous and lawless place. Charismatic gambler and highwayman Jack Powers had virtual control of the town in the early 1850s, until driven out by a posse organized in San Luis Obispo. English gradually supplanted Spanish as the language of daily life, becoming the language of official record in 1870. The first newspaper, the Santa Barbara Gazette, was founded in 1855.

While the Civil War had little effect on Santa Barbara, the disastrous drought of 1863 ended the Rancho Period, as most of the cattle died and ranchos were broken up and sold. Mortimer Cook, a wealthy entrepreneur, arrived in 1871 and opened the city's first bank. Cook later served two terms as mayor. Cook founded the first National Gold Bank of Santa Barbara in 1873. The building of Stearns Wharf in 1872 enhanced Santa Barbara's commercial and tourist accessibility; previously goods and visitors had to transfer from steamboats to smaller craft to row ashore. During the 1870s, writer Charles Nordhoff promoted the town as a health resort and destination for well-to-do travelers from other parts of the U.S.; many of them came, and many stayed. The luxurious Arlington Hotel dated from this period. In 1887 the railroad finally went through to Los Angeles, and in 1901 to San Francisco: Santa Barbara was now easily accessible by land and by sea, and subsequent development was brisk.

Peter J. Barber, an architect, designed many Late Victorian style residences, and served twice as mayor, in 1880 and again in 1890. A year after Barber's term as mayor, President Benjamin Harrison became the first of five presidents to visit Santa Barbara.

Mom Deserves The Best Santa Barbara Bed and Breakfast Inn

Dear Readers,

The Eagle Inn would like to take a moment to wish all mother’s a Happy Mother’s Day. It’s that time of year when we give back to the women who sacrificed so much for their children. If you are in need of some last minute ideas to make this year’s Mother’s Day a special one, give Mom the gift of relaxation – and a special day she will never forget at Santa Barbara’s best bed and breakfast Inn.

First, stop by our Last Minute Specials to capitalize on any exclusive Mother’s Day deals. Our beachside hotel offers one of the best Santa Barbara locations to spend with Mom. Whether she enjoys shopping, dining out, museums or catching a show, all of Santa Barbara’s best attractions are all at your fingertips at The Eagle Inn.

It’s not too late to turn a boring, typical Mother’s Day into a day she will never forget. Here’s how:

So what if Flowers are Cliché: It’s not the most imaginative gift, but it will never fail to put a smile on Mom’s face. Don’t yank some flowers out of the ground at the last minute. Nothing brightens the room and Mom’s face like a bouquet of fresh-cut flowers.
Her Beauty is more than Skin Deep: Don’t be afraid to tell Mom she is beautiful. She might not be as trendy as she was in her younger years, but her beauty is much more than hairstyles and fashion. Don’t forget to tell Mom how beautiful she is on her special day.
Give Her a Toast: Whether enjoying a drink at the inn, during a wine tour, or out at dinner, take a few minutes and raise your glass to Mom. You can say something sweet, remember a funny story, reminisces on the good times or share a special memory. It doesn’t matter, just take the time to toast Mom.
Don’t Make Her Cook: Santa Barbara boasts one of the freshest and most exciting restaurant scenes in California. Whether she likes fine dining, burger joints, farm-to-table, seafood, or anything in between, it can all be sampled while enjoying one of Santa Barbara’s best beachside inns.
Do Something Exciting: Maybe this year you want something different than flowers and dinner for Mom. How about harbor kayaking or stand up paddle lessons? Get Mom outdoors and spend the holiday having fun in the sun.

Let us help you make this Mother’s Day a special one. Give us a call at (805) 965-3586 or contact us online. If you will be spending Mother’s Day with us, be sure to ask about our special Mother’s Day bouquet of roses for only $25.

Don’t think you can make it to The Eagle Inn on Mother’s Day? Don’t worry, you can still give Mom all of this by clicking here to order a gift certificate using our online system, or to do it by phone, call us at (805) 965-3586 and place your order.

Our beachside hotel will make your may celebrations special with some of the best hotel rooms in Santa Barbara. Located in the popular West Beach neighborhood, the Eagle Inn is a comfortable boutique bed and breakfast hotel by the water.

To get you excited about a trip to our cozy Santa Barbara inn, we’ve included a list of some May activities to enjoy below. Plus, we’ll also give you a special deal on stand up paddle lessons – something the whole family will love! If you’re just making May plans now, check our last minute Santa Barbara hotel deals – you’ll find discounts of 10% or 15% off our most popular room options.

Top May Events in Santa Barbara: Here are the may events in Santa Barbara that may be of interest to you and your family.

Weekend Paint in the Vineyard: Treat Mom to a fun painting experience in a beautiful, stress-free environment at Brander vineyard in Santa Ynez. No previous painting experience necessary. Included in the price of the event is a full wine tasting. (Saturday May 13th from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. Highway 154 at Roblar Ave. Los Olivos, CA 93411. Admission is $65. Call (805) 990-2105)

CycleMania Family Bike Parade: A fun bike parade to celebrate Mother’s Day. Kids and parents can decorate their bikes and join the parade, or sit back and just watch the parade. There will be prizes for family themes, bike decoration and more, plus lots of goodies for Mom. (Sunday May 14th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. 651 Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Free admission. Call (805) 963-7283).

Mother’s Day Tea: Treat the special woman in your life to a tour of the Lotusland gardens followed by tea and refreshments on their pavilion patio. Advanced reservation are required. (Sunday May 14th from 1:30 to 4:00 pm. Cold Springs Road, Santa Barbara , CA 93108. Call (805) 969-9990)

Luxury Spa Packages For Mom at Qui Si Bella: Qui Si Bella is running a Mother’s Day special for their day spa and massage services.Treat your mom to a fun and relaxing day at Qui Si Bella.

Arts and Cultural Events

Encore Performance of “Eugene Onegin”: Enjoy an encore performance of Deborah Warner’s production of Tchaikovsky’s “Eugene Onegin” on the Metropolitan Opera stage. Run time is approx. 3 hours and 38 minutes. (Sunday May 14th starting at 2pm. 1070 Fairway Rd. Santa Barbara, CA 93108. Tickets are $28. Call (805) 969-8787)

Children’s Opera: “Brundibár” by Hans Krása: Santa Barbara Youth Opera presents Brundibár, an opera written for children with only one adult part. Run time is about 40 minutes. This special performance is a collaboration with the Ojai Youth Opera and the Santa Barbara Youth Symphony. (Saturday May 20th from 2:30 to 3:30 pm. 33 E. Canon Perdido St. Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Tickets are $22 for adults, $7 for children under 12. Call (805) 963-0761)

Center Stage’s Celebration of Stories: Enjoy a mixture of lovely and spicy tales at the Center Stage that are just too good to miss! (Sunday May 21st and Monday May 22nd. 751 Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. $28 general admission, $18 for students and military, $18 early bird admission to matinee performance on Sunday. Call (805) 963-0408)

Circus Vargas Presents Steam Cirque: People of all ages will marvel at the wacky and wonderful cast of characters that come alive in this exciting steampunk, science- fiction fantasy inspired circus odyssey. Come 45 minutes early for an exciting, interactive pre-show celebration where kids can create their own magic and learn circus skills such as juggling, balancing and more. Stay after the show to meet and mingle with the cast. (Thursday May 25th at 7:30 pm, Friday May 26th at 4:00 and 7:30 pm, Saturday May 27th at 1:00, 4:00 and 7:30 pm, Sunday May 28th at 12:30, 3:30 and 7:00 pm and Monday May 29th at 2:30 and 6:00 pm. 10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura, CA 93001. Tickets range from $17 to $72. Call 1 (877) 468-3861)

Tales From Beatrix Potter: A One-Act Ballet: Enjoy a family-friendly one-act ballet performed by Santa Barbara Festival Ballet at the Center Stage Theater. (Friday May 26th at 7:00 pm and Saturday May 27th at 2:00 and 7:00 pm. 751 Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Adults $20, Children $15. Call (805) 966-0711)

The Caucasian Chalk Circle: UC Santa Barbara’s Theater and Dance department present “The Caucasian Chalk Circle”, considered by many to be Brecht’s most engaging and humane play. This is a great classic of modern theater that you don’t want to miss! (Friday May 26 and Wednesday May 31 at 8:00 pm. University of California Building 402 Santa Barbara, CA 93106-5030. Tickets are $17 for general admission, $13 for students, staff and alumni.)

2017 Floor to Air Festival: Enjoy the ancient art of aerial technique from a contemporary point of view at this dance festival. Professional artists from around the globe unite in an ensemble performance. VIP ticket pricing includes a post-performance wine reception with the cast. (Friday May 26th 7:00 pm. 33 East Canon Perdido St. Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Tickets are $20 for section B, $35 for section A and $55 for VIP. Call (805) 963-0761).

Street Painting Festival: Madonnari, or street painters, transform the Mission plaza using pastels on pavement to create 150 vibrant and colorful, large scale images. Santa Barbara is the first to bring this romantic festival to the western hemisphere from its sister festival in Grazie di Curtatone, Italy. (May 27-29, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. 2201 Laguna St. Santa Barbara, CA 93105. Free admission. Call (805) 569-5483)

Concerts and Musical Events

Free Concerts: Santa Barbara Music Club presents a classical music concert with music that spans more than three centuries, beginning with J.S. Bach’s “Sheep May Safely Graze” (1713) and ending with the premiere of Leslie Hogan’s “Cool Front”, composed this year. (Saturday May 20th at 3:00 pm. 40 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Admission is free.)

Spring Concert: Rejoice and Remember: The Quire of Voices presents their Spring concert series: Rejoice and Remember. This concert draws from the deep, clear spring of

English a capella song. Herbert Howell’s poignant “Requiem” is joined with lustrous works by Vaughan Williams, L’ Estrange, Tavener, and other English and American composers, for a concert of sublime fragility and tenderness. (Saturday May 20th at 7:00 pm and Sunday May 21st at 3:00 pm. 2300 Garden Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. Call (805) 965-5935)

Shopping and Fashion Events

Santa Barbara Gift Show and Sale: The CALM Auxiliary is hosting the Santa Barbara Gift Show and Sale! Join them for a fabulous day full of live music and shopping. Items for sale and on display include artwork, jewelry, clothing, gourmet food, giftware, handbags and much much more! All money from the sale of vendor spaces will go to CALM. (Saturday May 13th from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. 300 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. Free admission. Call (805) 965-2376)

Sammy’s wine tours is a great way to enjoy the area by touring around the local wineries. Get shuttled around in style and avoid a costly DUI.

Scuba Diving Trips: Scuba dive in the kelp forests around The Channel Islands and Big Sur for a unique and fun experience. (Daily from now until December. 301 W. Cabrillo Blvd. Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Call (805) 962-1127 for more info and scheduling.)

Santa Barbara Farmers Market: Head on down to Santa Barbara’s Farmer Market to purchase a variety of items, all made and grown locally. Music and entertainment create a positive environment for you to enjoy while you shop and socialize. (Sundays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at Camino Real Marketplace, Storke Rd. & Hollister Ave. in Goleta, Tuesdays from 4:00 to 7:30 pm on Lower State St. in Downtown Santa Barbara, Fridays from 8:00 to 11:15 am at the Coast Village Road Shops in Montecito and Saturdays from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm on Santa Barbara St. & Cota St. in Downtown Santa Barbara. Free admission. Call (805) 962-5354).

Architectural Walking Tour: Experience Santa Barbara’s past and architecture through a leisurely walking tour through downtown Santa Barbara. Led by knowledgeable docents of the Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara, you can expect to learn secrets and stories of the unique Santa Barbara architectural landscape. Tours last about 2 hours. (Sunday May 21st at 10:00 am. 40 E Anapamu St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Tours are free. Call (805) 965-6307)

Classes and Educational Events

Salsa and Bachata Lessons: Take your knowledge of salsa and bachata to the next level! All ages welcome. Yes Dance Studio. 705 Paseo Nuevo. Santa Barbara, CA. Classes happening all day long. (next to Nordstrom and Sephora) 7:30PM – 9:30PM $10 members, $15 non-member.

Introduction to Ballroom Dancing: Join Kookie at the Carillo Recreation Center and learn ballroom classics like Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, Cha Cha, Rumba and East Coast Swing. Register online or by coming early to class. (Tuesday evenings. 100 E. Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. $58 for a 5-week series or $15 for one class. Call (805) 452-3325)

Tibetan Arts: Teaching Demonstration and Sale: A special one-day event focused on the many different aspects of pictorial scrolls called Thankgas that support Tibetan Buddhist practices. Join Tibetan teacher Tulku Orgyen Rinpoche of Odiyana Institute in the morning and artist Leslie Rinchen Wongmo in the afternoon. (Saturday May 13th 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. 224 Vereda Leyenda Goleta, CA 93117. Pay at the door or pre-register for all day and lunch. Tickets $20 to $40. Call (805) 626-8272)

Intuitive Energy-Healing Workshop: Attend an Energy-Healing workshop with Lani Reagan and learn techniques focused on strengthening and activating the basic, heart and ajna chakras. (Tuesday May 16th at 7:00 pm. 17 E Anapamu St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. $20 if pre-registered, $25 at door. Call (805) 564-3573)

Learn to Meditate: Each class begins with a guided breathing meditation and culminates with a 2nd meditation based upon the evening’s topic. Perfect for both beginners and those with meditation experience. (Wednesday May 17th at 6:30 pm. 508 Brinkerhoff Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. $10 suggested donation. Call (805) 563-6000)

Cooking Class: Learn how to source local produce, make homemade vinaigrettes and how to store, chop and cook with fresh and dried herbs. Everyone will get to make their own unique vinaigrette to enjoy with a large, fresh farmers market salad and an herb butter creation to enjoy with locally baked bread and freshly harvested veggies. Tickets include farm fresh snacks and a glass of wine. (Thursday May 25th 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Municipal Winemakers, 22 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Tickets are $50)

Memorial Day Events

Take advantage of our special deal for stand up paddle lessons – just $89! The group launches from the beach, paddling past boats, through the historic wharf, under the pier, out to buoys, and along the beach, seeking wildlife and fun.

Of course there are many year-round activities in Santa Barbara you won’t want to miss. Download our complimentary Santa Barbara Vacation Guide, “101 Free Things to Do in Santa Barbara,” for some not-to-miss Santa Barbara fun. Visit our website at http://TheEagleInn.com or call 805-965-3586 today to make Easter hotel reservations.

Happy Mother’s Day Weekend from The Eagle Inn!

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Santa Barbara: Spanish Period

Portuguese explorer João Cabrilho (Spanish: Cabrillo), sailing for the Kingdom of Spain, sailed through what is now called the Santa Barbara Channel in 1542, anchoring briefly in the area. In 1602, Spanish maritime explorer Sebastián Vizcaíno gave the name "Santa Barbara" to the channel and also to one of the Channel Islands.

A land expedition led by Gaspar de Portolà visited in 1769, and Franciscan missionary Juan Crespi, who accompanied the expedition, named a large native town "Laguna de la Concepcion". Cabrillo's earlier name, however, is the one that has survived.

The first permanent European residents were Spanish missionaries and soldiers under Felipe de Neve, who came in 1782 to build the Presidio. They were sent both to fortify the region against expansion by other powers such as England and Russia, and to convert the natives to Christianity. Many of the Spaniards brought their families with them, and those formed the nucleus of the small town – at first just a cluster of adobes – that surrounded the Presidio. The Santa Barbara Mission was established on the Feast of Saint Barbara, December 4, 1786. It was the tenth of the California Missions to be founded by the Spanish Franciscans. It was dedicated by Padre Fermín Lasuén, who succeeded Padre Junipero Serra as the second president and founder of the California Franciscan Mission Chain. The Mission fathers began the slow work of converting the native Chumash to Christianity, building a village for them on the Mission grounds. The Chumash laborers built a connection between the canyon creek and the Santa Barbara Mission water system through the use of a dam and an aqueduct. During the following decades, many of the natives died of diseases such as smallpox, against which they had no natural immunity.

The most dramatic event of the Spanish period was the powerful 1812 earthquake, and tsunami, with an estimated magnitude of 7.1, which destroyed the Mission as well as the rest of the town; water reached as high as present-day Anapamu street, and carried a ship half a mile up Refugio Canyon. The Mission was rebuilt by 1820 after the earthquake Following the earthquake, the Mission fathers chose to rebuild in a grander manner, and it is this construction that survives to the present day, the best-preserved of the California Missions.

The Spanish period ended in 1822 with the end of the Mexican War of Independence, which terminated 300 years of colonial rule. The flag of Mexico went up the flagpole at the Presidio, but only for 24 years.

Santa Barbara street names reflect this time period as well. The names de le Guerra and Carrillo come from citizens of the town of this time. They help to build up the town so they were honored by naming not only streets after them, but the dining commons at UCSB are also named after them.

Hop Over To The Eagle Inn For Easter Vacation

It’s time to hop on over to The Eagle Inn for a wonderful Easter vacation! Our beachside hotel will make your spring and Easter celebrations special with some of the best hotel rooms in Santa Barbara. Located in the popular West Beach neighborhood, the Eagle Inn is a comfortable boutique bed and breakfast hotel by the water.

To get you excited about a trip to our cozy Santa Barbara inn, we’ve included a list of some Easter activities to enjoy. Plus, we’ll also give you a special deal on stand up paddle lessons – something the whole family will love! If you’re just making Easter plans now, check our last minute Santa Barbara hotel deals – you’ll find discounts of 10% or 15% off our most popular room options.

Top Easter Activities in Santa Barbara

Here are activities you and your family can enjoy in Santa Barbara this Easter:

The Great Egg Hunt: Saturday, April 15 from 10:00a.m.-12:00noon at Elings Park. The softball fields will be transformed into a colorful sea of 15,000 candy filled eggs. There will also be activities including a bounce house, face painting, music and complimentary Starbucks coffee.
EGGstravaganza Egg Hunt: Saturday, April 15 at 10:00 a.m. The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department presents a fun search for candy and prize-filled eggs in the park. EGGstravaganza will take place in two park locations: Chase Palm Park and Bohnett Park. Attendance is free, open to children up to and including age eight.
Vineyard Easter Egg Hunt: Saturday, April 15 from 11:00am-4:00pm at Riverbench Vineyard & Winery. Over 2,000 eggs are hidden in the garden surrounding this vineyard tasting room. Eggs are filled with candy for the kids and some special prizes for their parents. Secure your tickets early.
Santa Barbara’s Easter Service: At the Courthouse Sunken Gardens, Sunday, April 16 at 9:00a.m. Service features live music, children’s area, refreshments, and a message of hope. Guest speaker is best-selling author, Nick Vujicic.
Celebrate Easter with Bubbles: Sunday, April 16 from 12:00noon-7:00 p.m. at Santa Barbara Wine Collective. Celebrate Easter with a flight ‘Fesstivity’ of sparkling wines including Fess Parker’s Blanc de Blancs, Brut Cuvée, and Blanc de Noirs.
Chef Weston Presents Easter Brunch: Sunday, April 16 from 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m. at Les Marchands Wine Bar & Merchant. “Spring renewal” is the theme of this brunch menu featuring local ingredients and hand-crafted breads.
Celebrate Easter at The Lark: Sunday, April 16 from 5-10 p.m. Executive Chef Jason Paluska presents spring market specials, in addition to The Lark’s dinner menu.
Easter Champagne Brunch: Sunday, April 16 from 10am-3pm at The Fess Parker: A Doubletree by Hilton Resort. This culinary celebration features serving stations including made-to-order omelets, a carving station, local seafood, pasta, salads, and decadent desserts.

Of course there are many year-round activities in Santa Barbara you won’t want to miss. Download our complimentary Santa Barbara Vacation Guide, “101 Free Things to Do in Santa Barbara,” for some not-to-miss Santa Barbara fun. Visit our website at http://TheEagleInn.com or call 805-965-3586 today to make Easter hotel reservations.

Happy Easter from The Eagle Inn!

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Italian Food in the Middle Ages

With culinary traditions from Rome and Athens, a cuisine developed in Sicily that some consider the first real Italian cuisine.[citation needed] Arabs invaded Sicily in the 9th century, introducing spinach, almonds, and rice. During the 12th century, a Norman king surveyed Sicily and saw people making long strings made from flour and water called atriya, which eventually became trii, a term still used for spaghetti in southern Italy. Normans also introduced casseroles, salt cod (baccalà) and stockfish, which remain popular.

Food preservation was either chemical or physical, as refrigeration did not exist. Meats and fish would be smoked, dried or kept on ice. Brine and salt were used to pickle items such as herring, and to cure pork. Root vegetables were preserved in brine after they had been parboiled. Other means of preservation included oil, vinegar or immersing meat in congealed, rendered fat. For preserving fruits, liquor, honey and sugar were used.

The northern Italian regions show a mix of Germanic[citation needed] and Roman culture while the south reflects Arab[citation needed] influence, as much Mediterranean cuisine was spread by Arab trade. The oldest Italian book on cuisine is the 13th century Liber de coquina written in Naples. Dishes include "Roman-style" cabbage (ad usum romanorum), ad usum campanie which were "small leaves" prepared in the "Campanian manner", a bean dish from the Marca di Trevisio, a torta, compositum londardicum which are similar to dishes prepared today. Two other books from the 14th century include recipes for Roman pastello, Lasagna pie, and call for the use of salt from Sardinia or Chioggia.

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In the 15th century, Maestro Martino was chef to the Patriarch of Aquileia at the Vatican. His Libro de arte coquinaria describes a more refined and elegant cuisine. His book contains a recipe for Maccaroni Siciliani, made by wrapping dough around a thin iron rod to dry in the sun. The macaroni was cooked in capon stock flavored with saffron, displaying Persian influences. Of particular note is Martino's avoidance of excessive spices in favor of fresh herbs.[16] The Roman recipes include coppiette (air-dried salami) and cabbage dishes. His Florentine dishes include eggs with Bolognese torta, Sienese torta and Genoese recipes such as piperata (sweets), macaroni, squash, mushrooms, and spinach pie with onions.

Martino's text was included in a 1475 book by Bartolomeo Platina printed in Venice entitled De honesta voluptate et valetudine ("On Honest Pleasure and Good Health"). Platina puts Martino's "Libro" in regional context, writing about perch from Lake Maggiore, sardines from Lake Garda, grayling from Adda, hens from Padua, olives from Bologna and Piceno, turbot from Ravenna, rudd from Lake Trasimeno, carrots from Viterbo, bass from the Tiber, roviglioni and shad from Lake Albano, snails from Rieti, figs from Tuscolo, grapes from Narni, oil from Cassino, oranges from Naples and eels from Campania. Grains from Lombardy and Campania are mentioned as is honey from Sicily and Taranto. Wine from the Ligurian coast, Greco from Tuscany and San Severino and Trebbiano from Tuscany and Piceno are also in the book.

Italian cuisine

Italian cuisine is food typical of or originating from Italy. It has developed through centuries of social and political changes, with roots stretching to antiquity.

Significant changes occurred with the discovery of the New World and the introduction of potatoes, tomatoes, bell peppers and maize, now central to the cuisine but not introduced in quantity until the 18th century. Italian cuisine is noted for its regional diversity, especially between the north and the south of the Italian peninsula. It offers an abundance of taste, and is one of the most popular in the world. It influenced several cuisines around the world chiefly that of the United States.

Italian cuisine is characterized by its simplicity, with many dishes having only four to eight ingredients. Italian cooks rely chiefly on the quality of the ingredients rather than on elaborate preparation. Ingredients and dishes vary by region. Many dishes that were once regional, have proliferated with variations throughout the country.

Cheese and wine are a major part of the cuisine, with many variations and Denominazione di origine controllata (DOC) (regulated appellation) laws. Coffee, specifically espresso, has become a staple element of Italian cuisine.

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