Author: Erik Torkells

December 27, 2023

Newsletter: December 27

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December 26, 2023

The State Street Promenade Now Has a Bike Lane

Plus: Commercial space being turned into hotel rooms; the Polar Dip is coming up; Seven Hills Turkish imports store appears to finally be closing; the plan to widen Hollister Avenue/State Street; investigating the sublime at Sullivan Goss. 19

December 24, 2023

Searching for the Soul of Oaxaca

The city of Oaxaca is a hit with travelers, thanks to its vibrant food culture, artisanal crafts, abundant street art, and readiness to party. And a nonstop flight from Los Angeles makes it easier than ever to visit. 9

Newsletter: December 24

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 2

December 22, 2023

Third Window Is Opening in Carpinteria

The best burgers in Santa Barbara are coming to the multi-tenant complex where Bettina and a Corazón Cocina offshoot are already onboard. 29

December 21, 2023

Why Are the Thousand Steps Still Wet?

"I thought the point of the six-month closure was to fix that problem." —S. 10

December 20, 2023

San Roque’s Sunshine Cafe Is Moving to Goleta

More food news: Many restaurants told to remove parklets by January 1; Mister Softee has soft-opened; the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden's annual Beer Garden event; RH Montecito opening forecast; Foxtail Kitchen update; Vietnamese coffee pop-up; a profile of the Cheese Shop. 17

Newsletter: December 20

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December 19, 2023

Oceanfront Home Above Hendry’s Beach Sells for $8.75 Million

Last week's sales also include 1989 three-bedroom in the Lower Village; Sycamore Canyon Mediterranean after 18 months; 1946 Spanish-style off market; Romero Canyon cottage; and a renovated ranch house above More Mesa.