Jessica Barene-Gutierrez
2006 double major graduate from UCLA in History & Chicano Studies. Will keep the smiles and drinks flowing wherever she tends bar-while pursuing her Masters degree! 

“PCBS is a laid back yet fun learning environment. It’s given me the tools I need to work in a fast-paced workplace where I can work at night, so as not to interfere with school schedules plus make good pay to avoid student loans.”

                                                            (Works at Paoli's Restaurant & Bar!)
 

                                                            Brandon Contello
Former champion moto-cross competitor-now inspiring actor, who is only ½ way through the course and without any prior bartending experience has already stepped behind a local bar @ the Old Town Tavern and guest bartended!  Gotta love those motorcycle crazy people! 

“John is an excellent teacher.  I have asked about ingredients to some pretty random drinks and I have yet to stump him.  Between his knowledge and the realism of the bars set up in class, I feel extremely confident in my abilities already and it’s only the end of the first week.”

                                   (Works at the Brown Pelican, right next to the beach!!!)
 
 

                                             Kellen Vanetti
Triple threat-Actor, Director, Singer here in Santa Barbara. Currently involved at the SBCC Playhouse, will support his dreams by bartending as he furthers his career.  See you at the movies…Just remember us little guys!

“PCBS is Awesome.  This class totally prepared me for a future as a bartender.  The “real-world” simulations are awesome.  John fully prepared me for what is ahead.  He is professional and fun.”

                 (Worked P/T at Paoli's Restaurant & setting up own business doing private parties!)
 
 

                                            Elisabeth Michel
One of Santa Barbara's most charming & elite bartenders.  She can toss a shot glass while pouring like no other bartender in town! 

                             (Visit her at the absolutely fun billards bar, the Break-Time!)
 
 

                                          Dave Solaimanian
The party master, loves to have fun, which translates directly into you having  fun!!!

       (Works P/T for Moondeal Caterer's & Fess Parkers Double Tree Inn, across from the beach!!!)
 
 

                                             Mhynda Paxson
After taking the bartending course - Mhynda along with her husband Bill, became the owners of a 10,000 square foot Country Western Bar in Carson City, Nevada!  A must see if you are ever visiting!!!  It has many museum quaility artifacts, live bands, dancing with or without lessons, and of course - some of the best drinks & bartenders in town!!! 

 

                                               Tim Gallup

                                                        (Perfecting his Tin Flip)
 

                                               Jennifer Gallup

         (Free Pouring Demon & already hired at the Bak Dor Bar even before she has graduated!!!)
 

                                     Nicholas Apostolos

                                          (Performing the Flying Pink Squirrel)
 

                                          Christine Calouro

                                                         (The Kamakazi Pyramid)

                                                              AND MORE.......

Andrew Lee:   Hey, John! Great Class! I had a good time with the happy hour drills. I learned a lot, and had fun doing it, Thanks!!! Hope to see you soon Andrew

Brandon S:   Big John... you sir are THE MAN! Your skills and your personality far surpass those of anyone that's ever TRIED to teach me the mastery of pouring drinks. Keep it up - you're doing SB a huge favor! 

Jennifer A:   Hey there, thanks so much for your class. I had a great time and learned so much. I now feel much more confident in my bartending abilities. You rock ! 

Ashley:   Hey John! I really enjoyed your class. Your a great teacher. I not only learned a lot but I had so much fun. My friends and family love that i can recommend and make new drinks for them, especially flying squirrels :D Thanks for all your help :) 

Karamelo:   HEY JUST WANNA THANK YOU FOR EVERY THING YOU HAVE DONE.  YOUR A GREAT TEACHER WITH A NICE PERSONALITY, THANKS FOR HELPING ME BETTER MY SELF WITH THE KNOWLEDGE I HAVE LEARNED…

Krishna:  john, your class is excellent! had the time of my life and learned so many different drinks (and the basic foundation for making *any* drink) in just two weeks. now i just need to perfect my cocktail shaker twirling so i can look cool like tom cruise! :) 

Kellen:   PCBS offers a real life bar situation, speed drills, and a giant lexicon of drinks for practical use. Not only that, we were able to learn bar "politics" and finances. PCBS is great.

RICO:   P.C.B.S. is a great school to learn to tools to good bartending and fun. Just check it out!! Thanks for everything John. 

Vince:   John is probably the best instructor in California! Anyone that takes his course will see for themselves
 

And many, many more every week!.......Please feel free to visit our school and see the "Wall of Fame"!!!!  Then join in on our Fun!