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Searching for the Soul of Oaxaca

The city of Oaxaca is a hit with travelers, thanks to its vibrant food culture, artisanal crafts, abundant street art, and readiness to party. And a nonstop flight from Los Angeles makes it easier than ever to visit.

Where in Santa Barbara…?

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

Third Window Is Opening in Carpinteria

The best burgers in Santa Barbara are coming to the multi-tenant complex where Bettina and a Corazón Cocina offshoot are already onboard.

Why Are the Thousand Steps Still Wet?

“I thought the point of the six-month closure was to fix that problem.” —S.

San Roque’s Sunshine Cafe Is Moving to Goleta

More food news: Many restaurants told to remove parklets by January 1; Mister Softee has soft-opened; the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden’s annual Beer Garden event; RH Montecito opening forecast; Foxtail Kitchen update; Vietnamese coffee pop-up; a profile of the Cheese Shop.

Oceanfront Home Above Hendry’s Beach Sells for $8.75 Million

Last week’s sales also include 1989 three-bedroom in the Lower Village; Sycamore Canyon Mediterranean after 18 months; 1946 Spanish-style off market; Romero Canyon cottage; and a renovated ranch house above More Mesa.

How Would You Like to Live in a Quonset Hut?

Plus: A preschool is opening on the Riviera; changes to the Highway 101 interchange at Hot Springs Road/Cabrillo Boulevard; San Ysidro Road off-ramp slated to reopen soon; Drybar pushed its debut back a bit; cannabis chain Megan’s Organic Market now open in Goleta; Siteline is on Threads.

In-N-Out Burger Shot Down by Buellton City Council

More food news: Lilac Montecito is aiming to be ready next month; Odessa Lounge has opened; Gin’s Tap Bar at the Inn at Mattei’s Tavern is now a winery’s tasting room; expanded hours at Dang Burger; Sushi Go Go is closed for construction; Wild Tea Leaf and Mana Bakery have opened at Paseo Nuevo; Bell’s alums to open a café; another suggestion for Jewish food; Satellite’s new event space has a name.