Author: Erik Torkells

October 19, 2025

Newsletter: October 19

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 6

October 17, 2025

A Modern Makeover for a Traditional Hope Ranch Compound

Noteworthy new listings also include Padaro Lane minimalism; Campanil project; renovation on Eucalyptus Hill; San Roque with guest apartment; 1911 cottage off East Beach; insane views from the hill behind the Westside; and more. 1

October 16, 2025

Paseo Nuevo Redevelopment Hits a Roadblock

Other recent news: Update on the apartment complex behind the Mission; SpaceX launches likely to increase; cannabis taxes continue to disappoint; converting downtown commercial buildings to residential got easier; new Santa Barbara Police Department headquarters delayed; rent stabilization ordinance faulted for lack of transparency; Lower Tunnel Trail reopened. 9

October 15, 2025

A Lifeline for Del Pueblo Café

More food news: Goodland BBQ is closing; Indochine won't return; Sunday brunch at Aegean; Dang Burger's fish sandwich is now offered weekly; Bettina anniversary specials; the Santa Barbara Harbor & Seafood Festival is this Saturday; more on the Trixy pop-ups at Revolver; The Sando Truck's Japanese milk bread available by the loaf; "spooky eyes" from Twenty-Four Blackbirds. 2

Newsletter: October 15

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October 14, 2025

A New Pizzeria Is Taking Over L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele

"We started out very strong, but then we lost money the last two years," explains Da Michele owner Francesco Zimone. He didn't want to close the doors and leave employees stranded, so he waited till he found the right person to step in. 6

October 13, 2025

Adam Levine Sold His Picacho Lane Mansion for $57.25 Million

Last week's sales also include 1950s Riven Rock for $6.75 million off the initial asking price; California cottage near the Lower Village; midcentury project in Montecito; cool bones on Glendessary Lane; El Caserio cottage for $480,000 over ask; and more.

October 12, 2025

The Fess Parker Inn in Los Olivos Wants to Double in Size

Plus: New jewelry boutique at the Montecito Country Mart; The Well bought a 9.13-acre property in Carpinteria; Santa Barbara Botanic Garden's temporary casitas to be unveiled; the Central Coast AirFest is coming up; Taj Mahal, Patty Griffin, and Madeleine Peyroux in concert; Janeane Garofalo to speak here; the latest with Rincon Island. 3

Newsletter: October 12

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