Author: Erik Torkells

February 4, 2023

Where in Santa Barbara…?

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

February 3, 2023

Bedda Mia Has Closed

More food news: Italian restaurant said to be opening on State Street; the Longoria Wines tasting room is open; happy hour at Corazón Comedor; praise for the produce at Gelson's; Rare Society and Finney's Crafthouse continue to expand; where Siteline readers say you should stop between here and LAX. 9

February 2, 2023

The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern Opens Today

The first guests at the reimagined Los Olivos property will be checking in soon. The main restaurant is now serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and the coffee bar has opened. Take a look around.... 8

February 1, 2023

Downtown Apartment Complex With No Parking Moves Forward

Other recent news: A look back at the Potter Hotel; profile of local author Kyle Seibel; Aga John rug store has closed; neighbors concerned about Santa Maria housing for the homeless; new online map shows which trails and roads are open; the recent buyer of a $12.5 million beach house in Carpinteria. 1

Newsletter: February 1

The Siteline newsletter is the best way to follow the website. To subscribe, click the link at the bottom of this post. And you can unsubscribe at any time.

January 31, 2023

Midcentury Conundrum on a Prime Lot Sells for $8.9 Million

Sales from the past two weeks also include marvelous 1923 bones in the Hedgerow; the San Roque Craftsman with an oddly situated oven; two West Mesa properties; nicely remodeled 1920 cottage in Oak Park; and more. 1

January 30, 2023

Dave’s Drip House Has Opened

More food news: Forthcoming De La Vina restaurant to specialize in tacos; Poe & Co.'s new line of dried meals to take camping; a review of Saint Remy restaurant at the new Courtyard by Marriott hotel; where to ride a mechanical bull; Lesbian feta. 13

January 29, 2023

What’s Next in the Santa Ynez Valley Food Scene

On the menu in coming months: more restaurants at the Inn at Mattei's Tavern, a breath of fresh air in Solvang, something intriguing in Buellton, an old-fashioned arcade, possibly an In-N-Out, and more. 3

Newsletter: January 29

The Siteline newsletter is the best way to follow the website. To subscribe, click the link at the bottom of this post. And you can unsubscribe at any time.

January 28, 2023

Plans for a New Jeff Shelton Building Downtown

Plus: Three more Santa Barbara Bowl shows announced; fencing proposed for Plaza de Vera Cruz park; East Beach sewage contamination; Acorn and Oak fitness and wellness studio opening on Hollister Avenue; Romero Canyon bridge is damaged again; group show by a dozen local women artists. 6