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April 3, 2022

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Newsletter: April 3

April 3, 2022|by Erik Torkells

FIRST LOOK
A 99-room farm resort is being proposed for the Carpinteria bluffs: the plan for the 27.53-acre site calls for “roughly 7 acres of organic farm; a hotel with a 59-room lodge, 34 bungalows and six cabins; 16 residential units located in a single building; open space and trails; and a restaurant, event space and farmstand.” Check out the plans and renderings.

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FOOD STUFF
••• Marty’s Pizza will likely have to close this fall.
••• Another name change for Corazón Cocina’s spinoff on E. Victoria Street.
••• Update on Saint Bibiana, opening in the Little Kitchen space.
••• Low Pigeon will be incorporated into Lighthouse Coffee.
••• A monthly pop-up gay bar.
••• Savoy Cafe & Deli is once again open for dinner.
••• Oregano buds at Il Fustino.
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JUST LISTED
Noteworthy new listings: An Italian-inspired fever dream for $15 million; a new Hope Ranch hacienda that’s already in escrow; renovated midcentury on Eucalyptus Hill; ocean views on Ortega Ridge; alfresco paradise in Alta Mesa; and more.

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NEWS ROUNDUP
••• Buyer of $52 million Montecito mansion revealed.
••• Temporary bypass lane to be installed on four-stretch of Highway 101 between Santa Barbara and Ventura.
••• The Summer Solstice parade won’t be on State Street this year.
••• Neighbors object to “keyless” hotel coming to Garden Street.
••• Rincon Trail Project gets stalled by appeals.
••• Local dentist with a support dog for patients.
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BURNING QUESTIONS
“What’s going on at the Macy’s store in La Cumbre Plaza?” asks D. “The second floor is empty and there are toys on the ground floor.” Here’s the answer.

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WHERE IN SANTA BARBARA…?
Congratulations to Jillian for identifying where this was shot. We’ll play again Saturday morning.

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Recent Comments

Casa del Herrero is celebrating its centennial anniversary this year. Docent-led tours are on Wed and Sat. Self-guided tours on Tuesday - reservation required. https://www.casadelherrero.com/visit — Susie

I was at the dealer on Monday and Acura is moving to be with Honda in Goleta and they have added Bentley to Land Rover… — Curtis

Great list. On the way to checking out Crafter’s Library, grab a coffee and donut at Hook & Press next door. — Andy

Thanks Anne - I did not know about Erin's book on public art - and of course the Siquieros mural "Portrait of Mexico" at SB… — Leslie Westbrook

Great article Erik, thank you. And Leslie is correct wonderful murals and public art in our community. Check out the late Erin Graffy's book, Old… — anne luther

Has anyone else checked out all the Ikat & Pearls locations in Carpinteria, Ventura and Ojai? A great fun boutique to treat yourself and others… — Elyse rossler

Wonderful wrap up of Peru. Too bad you couldn't experience more dining in otherwise dismal Lima...but some of the best food in the world at… — Kevin S

Barbareño is opening a restaurant in the Louie's California Bistro space inside the hotel: https://www.sitelinesb.com/barbareno-is-opening-a-second-restaurant-downtown/. — Erik Torkells

This is a great list Erik and much appreciated! Also, thanks for all the mentions in Carp - - but don't forget our many wonderful… — Leslie Westbrook

Recent editions have included pics of the Upham but no news attached. The place seems almost shut down. Any info? — Tom Gorton

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