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June 2016

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Santa Maria BBQ Magic in Photos

A step-by-step look at Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort’s smokingly successful BBQ Boot Camps.

By Ashley Allen

To capitailze on its specialty of maintaining the traditions of Santa Maria barbecue, Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort created its BBQ Boot Camp and handpicked and invited return and loyal guests, who were also influential in their communities and who would spread the word about it. The boot camps now take place twice a year, sell out both dates, and bring in more than $55,000 in revenue per session.

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From the kitchen of Pascal Godé, Executive Chef—using the recipe of Frank Ostini, owner, Hitching Post II restaurant, Buellton, California—this grilled artichoke and its dipping sauce are a hit at Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort's BBQ Boot Camps (see main story).

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