Collin Harmon

2 weeks ago | edhat.com | Collin Harmon

A Taste of Santa Barbara: My Visit to Pali Wine Co. by Collin Harmon June 7, 2025, 11:00 am Views Photo Credit: Marcus Henderson Tucked into the lively Funk Zone of Santa Barbara, Pali Wine Co. feels like the kind of place that was built on passion—because it was. What started as weekend wine gatherings with friends in Pacific Palisades has grown into one of the region’s most respected producers of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. And after visiting, I can see why. My experience began with a warm...

3 weeks ago | noozhawk.com | Collin Harmon

In the rolling vineyard-covered hills of Los Olivos, stands Fred Brander, a name synonymous with Santa Barbara County wine. Widely regarded as one of the foundational figures in the history of Santa Barbara County viticulture, Brander’s journey to becoming a pioneering winemaker is one of chemistry, passion, resilience and a deep-rooted love for the land he now cultivates. Brander’s life in Santa Barbara began in 1962, after his family relocated when he was 12 from Argentina.

3 weeks ago | edhat.com | Collin Harmon

All Booked Up: How Three Santa Barbara Teachers Turned A Dream Into A Mobile Bookstore Movement by Collin Harmon June 5, 2025, 10:32 am 3 Views Photo Credit: All Booked Up Santa Barbara’s book scene is getting a charming, genre-bending refresh—on wheels. All Booked Up, the brainchild of three local educators, is more than just a bookstore on the move; it’s a roaming love letter to literature, community, and the magic of possibility. Founded by teachers Sam, Alisa, and Ali, the business was...

1 month ago | edhat.com | Collin Harmon

Becoming Ohana: A Morning with Ka Nai’a Outrigger in Santa Barbara by Collin Harmon May 28, 2025, 9:33 am Views There are few things more peaceful than a quiet morning on the Santa Barbara coast. The sea is calm, the marina still waking up, and the mountains behind the city glow with soft golden light. But on this particular morning, what made the experience unforgettable wasn’t just the view—it was the people. I had the opportunity to join Ka Nai’a Outrigger Canoe Club for a beginner...

1 month ago | noozhawk.com | Collin Harmon

When you pull up to Considered Curbside Coffee, you’re greeted not just by the nostalgic charm of a lovingly restored 1965 VW bus or the cheeky attitude of a newer, equally quirky Shortie school bus, but by something far more potent than espresso: purpose. This is not your average coffee shop. It’s a rolling, rebellious response to a world that told its founder she couldn’t — and she decided to prove them wrong with a portafilter in hand.