Author: Erik Torkells

August 2, 2023

Newsletter: August 2

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August 1, 2023

Renovated French Country Sells for $14 Million

Last week's sales also include 1930 fixer on East Valley Road; Rancho del Ciervo four-bedroom for $3.6 million; successful flip of a 1939 West Mesa house; and more.

July 31, 2023

This Motel Might Be Painted Purple

Plus: Downtown church wants to add a second story and roof deck; Westside liquor store to become a food market; Goleta's Dam Dinner; a rave for Evolution Fitness; Solvang's Hadsten hotel to reopen soon; "I Love My Horse" art show. 15

July 30, 2023

The News-Press Bankruptcy Won’t Include Its Landmark Building

Other recent news: UCSB is developing alternatives to Munger Hall; recap of Santa Barbara County's cannabis mess; Dirt.com is being shut down; Hidden Oaks Golf Course update; hospitality developers buy Buttonwood Farm & Winery; the latest ruling in the legal battle over Hot Springs Trailhead parking. 1

Where in Santa Barbara…?

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

Newsletter: July 30

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July 29, 2023

First Look Inside The Eddy, a Contemporary Corner Store

The first items you’ll see upon entering are Lay’s potato chips and Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, but they’re fun outliers. The focus is decidedly artisanal—a mix of things you need and things you want, brands you love and brands you’ve never heard of. 7

July 28, 2023

Ever Dream of Being an Innkeeper in Wine Country?

Noteworthy new listings also include a Hedgerow fixer for $7.25 million; 1970s four-bedroom painted black; Via Los Santos compound; A-frame on two acres in Montecito; and more. 6

July 27, 2023

Mate Gallery Is Tripling in Size

Plus: Bungalo805 is making a pivot toward childcare; Biltmore scuttlebutt; photos of Bellosguardo's beach house and cabanas; update on the Montecito Water District's smart meters; the Steward hotel has opened in Goleta. 8

July 26, 2023

Third Window Has Started Making Milkshakes

More food news: Courthouse Tavern has closed; Sear Steakhouse to change name and concept; Terra opening soon at the Steward hotel; the Epicurean Santa Barbara dining club; Welcome Coffee Cart profile; Strange Beast karaoke; Thomas Keller's likely template for the Coral Casino. 9