Author: Erik Torkells

October 22, 2023

First Look at Linden Hall’s Rather Exciting Menu

More food news: The In-N-Out in Buellton took a step forward; Merci is said to be introducing table service; a new pizzeria in the former Patxi's space; Christmas kitschfest Miracle is returning to Pearl Social; profiles of Roger's Tacos and Roan Mills Grains. 10

Newsletter: October 22

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 1

October 20, 2023

A $46.5 Million Showstopper From Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi

Noteworthy new listings also include a Picacho Lane estate for $45 million and a boxy neighbor three doors down; sunken indoor-outdoor bar in Birnam Wood; midcentury next to Knowlwood Tennis Club; 1921 Upper East cottage; and more. 6

October 19, 2023

Arts District Get-Together Tomorrow Evening

Plus: Chamber music at Bellosguardo; another Los Alamos landmark is for sale; screening of film about the origins of Plaza Rubio; guided tarantula walk; the Courtyard by Marriott's roof deck; John Evans paintings at Caldwell Snyder. 6

October 18, 2023

Santa Barbara Proposes Painful Regulations for Restaurant Parklets

Other recent news: Carpinteria votes to allow parklets; Santa Barbara is said to be mulling an increase in the hotel tax; Santa Barbara County is considering three new taxes; commuter train service from Ventura County is in the works; gate installed at the Hot Springs trailhead; two regional banks have merged. 2

Newsletter: October 18

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October 17, 2023

1999 Mediterranean Sells for $4.5 Million Off Initial Ask

Last week's sales also include a French compound in Hope Ranch; 1925 Cold Spring house redone in 2014; Torito Road three-bedroom; 2019 Mesa house after just nine days; and more.

October 16, 2023

How Do You Feel About Parking Meters?

Plus: Santa Ynez General has reorganized; the Santa Barbara Airbus now stops in Camarillo; Paula Cole to play the Lobero Theatre; a mysterious email from Alaska Airlines; following up on two Lower Riviera tips. 3

October 15, 2023

Santa Barbara Fish Market’s Goleta Shop and Restaurant Has Opened

More food news: The Miramar resort's proposed expansion includes a café and grab-and-go items; Oat Bakery's new bread; the Santa Barbara Harbor & Seafood Festival is next weekend; profiles of Convivo and Sazon Latino; Shalhoob's bar at the Public Market now serves cocktails; Lucky's is opening a branch in Manhattan. 5