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May 20, 2020

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Newsletter: May 20

May 20, 2020|by Erik Torkells

NEW ITALIAN WINE BAR
Aperitivo, from the man behind the S.B. Test Kitchen pop-ups, will take the place of Mosto.

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NEWS ROUNDUP
••• The county is said to be loosening some restrictions [today].
••• The state released new criteria for reopening—which San Luis Obispo and Ventura counties meet but Santa Barbara does not—and agreed not to count the Lompoc prison.
••• Haircuts might be possible in a few weeks.
••• Carpinteria now requires face masks.
••• July 4 fireworks show canceled (photo courtesy Visit Santa Barbara).
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JUST LISTED
If you want to get away from it all without actually having to go very far, consider this vineyard villa on 55 acres east of Toro Canyon. It comes with numerous appealing spots to enjoy a glass of wine alfresco. Take a look around.

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COAST & OLIVE
The Montecito Inn’s new restaurant is opening soon. Here’s a first look at the menus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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WEATHER FORECAST
“The low-pressure system pushing east will create more wind for us today, and temps will continue to rise,” says Jack Martin of Action Roofing. “Tomorrow will be warmer, with weak offshore flow, and expect nice weather, with some marine layer, Friday and Saturday. The good news is summer weather will return on Sunday—and temps should be well above normal all of next week.” Email [email protected] to receive daily updates.

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ODDS & ENDS
••• Mountain lions spotted on frontcountry trails.
••• Polo Club condo with impressive decor (above).
••• Church seeks lost ducks.
••• Vertical-kilometer challenge.
••• Hope Ranch price cut.
••• Los Padres campground closure extended.
••• Four recent sales of note.
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