Author: Erik Torkells

October 22, 2022

Where in Santa Barbara…?

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

October 21, 2022

Debate Continues Over the State Street Promenade

Other recent news: Olive Mill ramps to be closed for roundabout construction; comedian Andy Dick arrested for alleged burglary in Santa Barbara; Drift hotel slated to open in December; the seasonal closure of Loma Alta Drive; Santa Barbara News-Press to stop daily delivery; ExxonMobil bought troubled crude oil Pipelines from Plains All American; ZooLights is coming to the Santa Barbara Zoo. 6

October 20, 2022

The Green Bike Lane Markings Are Being Removed From the State Street Promenade

Plus: Chapala Street bike lane extended; two southbound Highway 101 off-ramps are reopening; Grocery Outlet shopping center sold; Plaza del Mar band shell funding; the answer to the final "Where in Santa Barbara...?" restroom photo; fake spider web dos and don'ts; Istanbul travel advice. 1

October 19, 2022

A Major New Shopping Destination in Montecito

The developers behind Platform in Culver City are converting the Las Aves complex into shops and restaurants. Moreover, they're close to buying two other buildings on Los Patos Way. 24

Newsletter: October 19

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October 18, 2022

Toro Canyon Farmhouse Sells for $11.35 Million

Last week's sales also include the childhood home of supermodels Gigi and Bella Hadid; Campanil house with potential; the one with the peekaboo bathroom; charming 1910 house in the Upper East; boxy architecture in Bel Air Knolls; and more. 1

October 17, 2022

High-End Sushi Restaurant Confirmed for the Funk Zone

More food news: New restaurant coming to upper De La Vina Street; Charter Oak adamantly denies that it's opening in Montecito; State Street restaurant raising money for a live-music venue; the chef at Tyger Tyger's new incarnation; the food offerings at Margerum's tasting room; Costa at the Hotel Mar Monte is now serving breakfast; spiffy new Ventura wine shop. 6

October 16, 2022

First Impressions of AMA Sushi at the Rosewood Miramar Beach Resort

As you'd expect, the Miramar's new sushi restaurant is pinch-me pretty. But can the food and service keep pace? 8

Newsletter: October 16

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October 15, 2022

Where in Santa Barbara…?

How well do you know the restrooms at local restaurants? Prove it in the comments. 13