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June 3, 2026

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Newsletter: June 3

June 3, 2026|by Erik Torkells

FOOD STUFF
••• Whiskey ‘N Rye barbecue is opening in Goleta (above).
••• Chick-fil-A on Calle Real moves forward.
••• Longboard’s Grill reopened.
••• Mission City Sandwich Shop profile.
••• Exciting chef in residence at the Ojai Valley Inn.
••• Bistro Amasa has introduced “après hour.”
••• A major quirk of PopUp Bagels.
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HOT PROPERTY
Last week’s sales: New construction in Montecito for $15.9 million; high design in Hope Ranch; architect’s own home in Birnam Wood; Hedgerow vacant lot; Summerland Cottages in nice shape; and more. See what sold—and for how much.

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ODDS & ENDS
••• Reopening date for three Highway 101 ramps.
••• New shoe boutique at The Post (above).
••• Revised design for West Beach park.
••• New apparel shop in Carpinteria.
••• Gallery closed.
••• What’s under construction at Milpas and the 101.
••• Training center for young athletes moved downtown.
••• Update on the Ortega Hill–N. Jameson Lane bike path.
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