Michelle Karam a local gourmet caterer and event planner. Michelle began her catering career by creating parties for friends and family from her home.  Professionally trained at the California Culinary Academy, she has always had a passion for great food and wanted to share it with everyone! Check out her website Dishes by Michelle and her blog Food from the Heart. In addition, she has her own cooking series...Cooking at the Speed of Life.

Santa Barbara Exclusive Rentals was featured in the July issue of 805 Magazine. Ultimate Escapes
In the mood for a romantic getaway? Planning a family reunion or milestone birthday celebration?
Turn to Santa Barbara Exclusive Rentals (santabarbaraexclusiverentals.com) for personalized ser- vice at high-end properties. Waterfront estates with magnificent views and luxury amenities are among those available, says owner Donna Hartman, whose clientele come from nearby and far-flung locations. Sunset strolls, long boarding, picnics, wine tours, and whale watching are just some of the requests she accommodates for vacationers of all ages.
"We provide the service that guests would expect from a five-star hotel," says Hartman, "and go out of our way to make everything special and memorable. I want guests to have the time of their lives."
-C.H.N.