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BrewLAB pours weekend ales
Carpinteria is one local brewery richer. BrewLAB, a nanobrewery currently concocting its experimentally driven batches 10 gallons at a time, has opened its doors at 4191-8 Carpinteria Ave. Craft beer at the location blends well with the earthy interior design, a woodsy industrial setting thoughtfully appointed by the three owners, Peter Goldammer, Rob Peed and Steve Jarmie to create a low-key environment. Doors open and beers flow during limited weekend hours while supplies last. The trio has been clearing red tape in its journey to turn a passion for brewing into a business operation since 2013 and quietly opened the doors in late September. Hours are currently dictated by inventory. Tastings are offered in 3-ounce, 8-ounce or 14-ounce portions, and the varieties of beer will constantly rotate. “We hope BrewLAB co-owner Rob Peed hangs the to cycle through beers quickly day’s menu behind the newly flowing so if you come in one week, then taps at the new nanobrewery located on two weeks later we’ll have all Carpinteria’s west end. different beer,” Goldammer said. Eventually, BrewLAB will have more consistent hours once equipment for 40-gallon batches are installed and inventory catches up to demand. Current hours of operation vary and will be updated at the BrewLab Facebook page. This weekend, Oct. 10 through 12, the plan is to be open from 5 to 9 p.m. From left, Peter Goldammer, Steve Jarmie and on Friday and 3 to 8 p.m. Rob Peed give three cheers to the opening of their nanobrewery, which will pour an everon Sunday. ––Peter Dugré changing lineup of experimental ales.
Salt marsh death ruled an apparent suicide
A 63-year-old Carpinteria man whose body was found in the salt marsh on the morning of Oct. 4 died in an apparent suicide, according to the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Department. After conducting a four-day investigation, the Sheriff’s Department released the identity of the deceased man as Michael George Ornelas on Oct. 8. The official cause and manner of death is pending toxicology results, officials stated. The body was discovered in the Franklin Creek channel near Silver Sands Mobile Home Park.
On top of the world
ANNETTE SAMARIN
Freshly crowned World Champion of Guacamole Mark Schniepp lofts his trophy high in the air as his kids Julia and Christopher hug their avo-mashing hero. The Santa Barbara man entered the Avofest guac contest for the first time this year and surprised himself by dethroning three-time champ Cherisse Kirkendall of Carpinteria. His recipe was traditional, Schniepp said, relying mainly on the good flavor and texture of local Hass avocados ripened to perfection. His other ingredients were diced roma tomatoes, cilantro, lime, garlic, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Having observed the contest last year, he learned that texture makes a big difference, so he was careful to avoid over-mashing the fruit in order to maintain chunkiness. Twins Julia and Christopher helped Dad develop the winning recipe with a few test rounds in the weeks leading up to the big contest. They also helped with presentation—the Schniepp bowl of guac was kept safe by an avo lifeguard atop a tower. Mark, who directs the California Economic Forecast when he’s not winning guacamole contests, said his team will likely throw a hat in the ring again next year. For lots more coverage of the 28th annual California Avocado Festival, see pages 12 and 13.