Ian Filippini Visits Upham Hotel

Upham Hotel and Country House The Upham Hotel and Country House offers you the modern convenience of an upscale hotel while combining all the comforts of a classic inn. With 50 rooms and suites located throughout the hotel, this landmark southern California hotel embraces its British heritage by creating the image of an English style…

Ian Filippini Digs In To Yellow Belly

Yellow Belly Tap and Restaurant The next time you are in Santa Barbara, Ian Filippini says that you must visit Yellow Belly Tap and Restaurant (yellowbellytap.com). They are located at 2611 De La Vina Street, Santa Barbara, 93105. They can be reached by phone at 805-770-5694, or via email at cheers@yellowbellytap.com. Yellow Belly was started…

Ian Filippini Checks Out The Biltmore in Santa Barbara

The Biltmore Santa Barbara is now called the Four Seasons. The hotel without a doubt offers luxurious accommodations. One major attraction that seems to draw large crowds is the fact that the hotel is located across from one of the most beautiful beaches in California. The Four Seasons offers private bungalows as well as plush…

Ian Filippini Visits Mesa Verde Restaurant in Santa Barbara

     If you think vegan cuisine is boring, you probably haven’t eaten at Mesa Verde http://mesaverderestaurant.com/ restaurant in Santa Barbara. Don’t let the rather unassuming exterior put you off either – Mesa Verde is situated some distance from downtown between a gas station and a convenience store, but once you are inside, you can…

Ian Filippini Checks Out Tamira Indian Restaurant in Santa Barbara

      At Tamira the Indian Restaurant located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, CA the concept seems to be pretty straightforward- signature Indian dishes at an affordable price, that captures the very heart and soul of North Indian cuisine.The physical address of the restaurant is 1027 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101,…