Author: Erik Torkells

June 16, 2026

An Exciting Corner of the Funk Zone

Plus: New Tonal-powered fitness studio; another boutique is opening at The Post; Robert Plant and Melissa Etheridge concerts; stylish “contactless” hotel debuts in Carpinteria; close encounter on Via Diego; "Where in Santa Barbara...?" answer. 3

June 15, 2026

Montecito Beachfront Sells for $30 Million

Last week's sales also include a resort-like Hope Ranch property for $1.45 million loss; Birnam Wood four-bedroom; lovely spec house west of San Roque; 1915 Craftsman fixer in the Upper East; and more.

June 14, 2026

Silvergreens Cafe Has Opened Downtown

More food news: The return of Thrifty Ice Cream; The Neighborhood Grill will likely open this week; the California Wine Festival is coming up; using AI to help with wine lists; Colombini Bakery's sourdough bread and English muffins. 4

Newsletter: June 14

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: The house wins!) 3

June 12, 2026

Appealing Mediterranean in Toro Canyon

Noteworthy new listings also include insane views above Park Lane; Southwestern style alone on a promontory; Camino Viejo fixer; small but perfectly formed in Montecito; 1895 home near SBCC; and more. 1

June 11, 2026

Three Longtime Incumbents Have Been Ousted

Other recent news: Santa Barbara looks to tighten up its vacation-rental policy; the ongoing overtime problem at the county sheriff's office; update on the godawful development proposed behind the Mission; Carpinteria pot growers buying cheap odor-control technology; UCSB Arts & Lectures's next season; new diaper service; more on the former church turned into “contactless” hotel. 7

June 10, 2026

Where One School Leads to Another

The residential areas around La Colina Junior High School and Bishop Diego High School have two distinct personalities—and rather a lot of street libraries. 2

Newsletter: June 10

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June 9, 2026

Midcentury Compound in Mission Canyon Sells for $3.865 Million

Last week's sales also include a Sea Meadow end unit; Carpinteria contemporary with ocean views; off-market mystery next to Hilda McIntyre Ray City Park; Hope Ranch spiffer-upper; Alta Mesa spec reno for $4.3 million; 1930 Tudor in San Roque; and more.