FOOD STUFF
••• Montecito’s Vons store is going to get remodeled and rebranded.
••• Sweet Wheel raised enough money to save its Summerland farm from development.
••• McConnell’s has introduced dairy-free ice cream.
••• Bree’osh’s outpost on De La Vina is going to expand.
••• Soft-opening brunches at Meiners Heritage Table in Ojai.
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JUST LISTED
Why join a country club when you can buy one? Other noteworthy new listings include Riviera view houses, old and new; suburban style in Montecito and on Eucalyptus Hill; an 1880 cottage in Carpinteria; and more.
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NEWS ROUNDUP
••• Hillside burned in Loma Fire is declared safe.
••• Board of Supervisors mull vaccine mandate for county employees.
••• Ventura County finally issues indoor mask order.
••• New State Street shops (above).
••• The interesting history of Turnpike Road.
••• Surprising endorsements in the upcoming election.
••• New interim head of Santa Barbara City College.
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WHERE IN SANTA BARBARA…?
Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments.
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INTERESTING CHOICES
Thank goodness for homeowners’ quirks—looking at real estate would be a lot less fun without them. Above: Sidesaddle isn’t just for horses.
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Recent Comments
Hi Rob, Is the architect and his staff liked by the workers? — DEREK
That’ll depend on how long the permitting process takes. — Erik Torkells
Would love to share the amazing property I just closed 'off market' on Pomar Lane after 7 offers for $8,088,000. Where to send information and… — Maryanne Brillhart
Any idea when this is scheduled to begin development? — Brenna Ritchey
Ditto the other two comments. Wonderful to see this country! Thanks! — Shirley
Hotel Santa Barbara. 533 State St. — Karl
This was a fantastic article with great photos. Wow. — James
Thank you again Erik! I love your travel reporting. — Tal
A Michelin star from Montesano Group? That’s a stretch. The food at Lucky’s has devolved to tasting and looking like it fell off a Sysco… — BW
Sounds like you have little to know information and you are clearly making assumptions. — John Jones