Emily Blackman

Board of Directors Member

Originally from Fort Worth, Texas, Emily began her restaurant career in NYC, spending six years at such celebrated establishments as City Winery, The Breslin, Crave Fishbar and French Louie. She then relocated to Austin to work at Jeffrey’s, a staple of the local fine-dining scene, while earning her sommelier certification. In early 2019  she reconnected with Greg and Daisy Ryan, of Companion Hospitality Central Coast, over a weekend of tastings and tours in the Santa Ynez Valley. Emily is CHCC’s Beverage Director, overseeing Bell’s, Bar Le Côte’s & Bodega’s wine lists, which feature a curation of independent wineries and breweries from California as well as select European estates. "Giving back through the meaningful and impactful work of the Santa Barbara Vintner's Foundation is a way to express gratitude for all that the wine world has given me".