The Larder by Field + Fort Has Opened in Carpinteria

More food news: Erewhon's Thousand Oaks store debuts this week; Little Mountain honored; reports of Yona Redz's resuscitation have been exaggerated; a candy company purchased Caffe Luxxe; charcuterie specialist coming downtown; what's up with Silvergreens?

Newsletter: August 23

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 3

A Charming English-Cottage Compound in Birnam Wood

With extreme privacy and spectacular views, this four-building compound epitomizes the indoor/outdoor living that Montecito is famous for. The property is oriented toward the mountains, with four patios that connect to the fruit trees surrounding the house.

A New Jeff Shelton House in Montecito (Believe It or Not)

Noteworthy new listings also include a Birnam Wood cottage compound; crisp minimalism in Montecito Shores; Campanil spiffer-upper; large West Mesa spec reno; 1928 Spanish Colonial above SBCC; massive views from Bel Air Knolls; and more. 1

California Approves Drastic Rules to Reduce Fire Risk

Other recent news: Harry and Meghan are returning to the U.K.; dramatic rise in Fiesta arrests; the final slate of candidates in November; new Santa Cruz Island campground; speed cameras on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu; Vandenberg Space Force Base security overreaction.

What’s New: The Latest in Dining, Shopping, and Feeling Good

Local businesses share updates on pizza and PT, menswear and strength training, happy hours and ceramics classes, and more.

A Very Santa Barbara Vinyl Bar

Most vinyl bars are hushed, dim experiences, where the focus is on listening. "That’s not me," says Lama Dog founder Pete Burnham of his new establishment, The Mullet, which opens tomorrow in the Funk Zone. "I want it to be really nice, but also fun." 6

Newsletter: August 19

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A Record-Setting Sale in Samarkand

Last week's sales also include two in Birnam Wood; Tuscan mini-compound on Eucalyptus Hill; Toro Canyon farmhouse; Laguna Street four-bedroom; one-third share in Hollister Ranch; and more.