The inaugural Santa Barbara Vegan Chef Challenge, which ran throughout September, has officially wrapped up, and chefs were presented awards on October 15 at a private ceremony held at Santa Barbara Pizza House. Winners were chosen by Santa Barbara residents who dined at the participating restaurants during the Challenge. Over 200 people voted for various chefs and dishes. Voters were vegan, vegetarian, and meat-eaters.
AWARDS LIST
- 1st Place: Elubia’s Kitchen
- 2nd Place: Fala Bar
- 3rd Place: ShangHai Restaurant
- Bluewater Grill: Best Dessert
- Convivo Restaurant & Bar: Best Appetizer
- Finch & Fork Restaurant: Most Creative Entree
- Goodland Waffles & Melts: Best Breakfast
- Isla Vista Downtown Market: Best Sandwich
- Los Tarascos Bakery & Deli: Best Baked Goods
- Padaro Beach Grill: Best Salad
- Sachi – Saigon Restaurant: Organizers’ Favorite
- Santa Barbara Pizza House: Best Pizza
- Scarlett Begonia: Best Healthy Breakfast
- Soul Bites: Best Comfort Food
- Zen Yai Thai Cuisine: Best Curry Dish
