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BRAVO BRUNO!

by Wendy Jenson

Restaurateur Bruno Baio And Joelle Legrand Launch The French Table On East Anapamu
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MAZZAS MISSIVE
by Matt Mazza

THE TRAGEDY OF THE LAMB

he inaugural edition of the Sentinel came off the printing press late Thursday and I spent much of my Friday morning meeting new people and delivering papers around town thats a new job for me, and frankly its one that doesnt get the respect it deserves. Those bundles of papers are heavy, even heavier than the law books and litigation briefcases I normally carry. Paper delivery is strenuous, trust me, and I worked up quite an appetite as I labored. So I met my wife, Wendi, at Scarlett Begonia, the little place in Victoria Court that most everybody knows serves a terrific breakfast and lunch. We were treated to a tasty amuse-bouche of house-made organic granola topped with yogurt (also made in-house) and blueberries. My Brioche French Toast and bacon (what can I say? I treated myself for putting out the paper) was warm, airy, and delicious, with just the right combination of sweet and salt. And Wendis apricot almond bread (with butter

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by Wendy Jenson A former magazine editor, Wendy worked at

Harpers Bazaar, Glamour, and Us Weekly in NYC, before moving west with Santa Barbara Magazine. Currently a public relations consultant, she relishes being out and about working on this column. All photos by Wendy Jenson

runo Baio is a rock star restaurateur. This weekend hes opening The French Table in Santa Barbara. Born and raised in the French Alps, he now has seven restaurants in Southern California. His maman Jolle Legrand is the General Manager of The French Table. At 129 East Anapamu Street, the restaurants charming white patio overlooks the Sunken Gardens of the neighboring Courthouse. Bruno may have moved to the States in 2001, but he is very European. His French accent is heavy. His iPhone case resembles a 500 Euro banknote. And not every man can pull off bright red sneakers or a gold chain necklace with a charm shaped like Sicily! Bruno can though; his dad is Italian. At 35, Bruno is quick to smile and joke. Take your time, but be back in five minutes! he calls to a staffer heading out on an errand. Im a big fan, he says of Champagne. Devoted Bruno has two tattoos: Leila, the name of his 18-monthold daughter, is inked into his forearm.

Vive La France!

Germaine, his wifes name, sits somewhere on his back. The French Table features an open floor plan, with a bar off the front. The kitchen can be viewed through glass at the back. Asked about the exposed kitchen, Bruno says, We had to hire very good looking chefs. Brittany-born, Executive Chef Mickael Blancho and crew serve quiches, omelettes, salades, les burgers, beef Bourguignon, and crpes of every kind. The best table in the house is the tall wood one for ten at the rooms center. The cuisine is French, expertly edited for an American palette. Americans like crispy vegetables, Bruno says. When I arrived in the States, I kept thinking, These vegetables arent cooked! Americans do not want to try the rabbit, however tasty it might be. (Errr, guilty.) Americans do not want too many sauces. In France, theres no such thing as a kids menu or a doggy bag. Hmmm, maybe the latter is due to their smaller portions?

Bruno Baio, Jolle Legrand and crew of The French Table on East Anapamu, opening Saturday, October 13

Espresso Yourself!
This week, newlyweds and new parents Julia Mayer and Todd Stewart open their second French Press espresso bar in downtown Santa Barbara. Renovating the industrial space was clearly a labor of love for Julias contractor father Robert Mayer.

He poured concrete counters and polished the concrete floor, chic cracks intact. He insisted on rich mahogany hardwood. Open 6 am to 8 pm, theres free wireless and even parking at 528 East Anacapa Street, corner of Cota Street. A huge map of Central America hangs on the wall. About 90% of the French Presss

Julia Mayer, Todd Stewart and baby Franklin have opened a second French Press location on East Anacapa Street

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coffee beans are grown in the region. The Italians know what theyre doing from a functional and aesthetic perspective, Todd says of the snazzy La Marzocco coffee equipment. And this is only the beginning. The entrepreneurs say Phase Two, an onsite bakery, will be done in time for the holidays. Until then, delicious DAngelos pastries will suffice.

Whos That Pup?

Pet Spanky next time youre at the Montecito Country Mart, formerly Vons Shopping Center (Im still not used to the new name). For Jana Chan, manager of the just-opened dog boutique George, every day is bring your Spanky to work day. The five-year-old Miniature Pinschers favorite toy is anything that squeaks. Spanky oft indulges in Georges pretty Fido food. Cupcakes and other treats are Gingerbreadbased with yogurt frosting; from 75 cents to $8.50. Two paws up!

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Hamburger Central
The hot new restaurant Eureka! in Paseo Nuevo Mall is a fun place to dine, even if youre solo. Neighboring diners are quick to converse at the busy bar, where sports play on multiple flat screen TVs. The vast restaurant has a nice Big City vibe. Here, hamburgers are perfectly cooked and impossible to eat without plenty of napkins. An impressive 30 craft beers are on tap, and a bartenders t-shirt reads: No crap on tap. Unsurprisingly, wine and
Spanky the Min Pin, of dog boutique George in Montecito Country Mart, sporting dog wear by George

veggie burgers ($9.95) are particularly popular at the Santa Barbara location of this growing chain. Tips: If you have any juicy restaurant tidbits (openings and closings, key staff changes, celebrity sightings, and the like) please contact me at wendy@santabarbarasentinel. com.

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