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October 30, 2026

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Home Grown: Local Roots, New Arrivals, and a Few Surprises in Carpinteria

There's a lot happening in Carpinteria lately, but it still has a remarkable way of making you feel right at home.

  • News Roundup

The Trump Administration vs. the California Coastal Commission

Other recent news: Record high tides; Goleta preschool next to gun shop to close; new Goleta mural; fire suppression in Los Padres National Forest; update on proposed Lompoc space-themed entertainment and educational attraction.

October 28, 2026

  • Food Stuff

Secret Bao Is Working on Sushi Pop-Ups and More

More food news: Bay Area sweets shop opening in Montecito; update on Ojai Rôtie's Carpinteria outpost; Revolver now delivers; Christmas pop-up returns to the Funk Zone; a standout lasagna; Solvang tiki lounge closed; bagelry opening in Ventura.

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Newsletter: October 28

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October 27, 2026

  • Hot Property

Picacho Lane Mediterranean Sells for $18 Million

Last week's sales also include an Upper East grande dame off-market for $11 million; 1990s Mediterranean above Bella Vista; Ashley Road compound; Arcady fixer; 1925 home near Montecito Union School; San Roque for $4 million; Chiquita Road pied-à-terre; and more. 1

October 26, 2026

  • Odds & Ends

Summerland Is Getting a New Fire Station

Plus: Lotusland is looking to be open year-round; Trader Joe's wants to add a big rooftop structure; car-service company enters the Santa Barbara market; the construction at N. Jameson, Sheffield, and Ortega Hill; the building underway at Milpas and the 101; new coffee table book about Santa Barbara houses. 6

October 25, 2026

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In the Mountains of Mallorca

While much of the Spanish island suffers from overtourism, the trails in the northwest are blissfully free of crowds. Plus: a superb hotel that makes a strong case for doing nothing. 1

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Newsletter: October 25

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  • Guessing Game

Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: The house wins!) 1

October 23, 2026

  • Just Listed

A Cool Drink of Water in Yankee Farm

Noteworthy new listings also include Spanish spiffer-upper above Summerland; Old Hollywood glamour in Birnam Wood; renovated farmhouse near the Upper Village; five-bedroom penthouse downtown; a neat beachfront one in Ventura; and more. 1

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