FOOD STUFF
••• The chef of Sushi Bar Montecito is striking out on his own.
••• Checking out Riviera Bar (above).
••• Plans for a “kosher-style Jewish deli” in Santa Barbara.
••• Profiles of local companies Mizuba Tea and Got Paella.
••• Bettina’s sourdough turkey.
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HOT PROPERTY
The former Mount Calvary Monastery sold for half off the original ask. Other sales last week include an impressive price on the Mesa; Spanish Colonial Revival on Palomino Road; recent remodel in Hope Ranch; and a relative bargain on the back of Eucalyptus Hill. See what sold—and for how much.
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BURNING QUESTIONS
“Have you heard anything about what’s happening with Victor the Florist?” asks J. “It’s a Santa Barbara landmark—it has been here forever.” Here’s the answer.
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NEWS ROUNDUP
••• What it’s like to live in a windowless dorm like UCSB’s proposed Munger Hall (above).
••• The county redistricting process continues.
••• Outgoing mayor proposes two-percent cap on rent increases.
••• Garden Street apartment complex sent back to the drawing board.
••• Update on the Highway 101 wildlife corridor in Gaviota.
••• Santa Barbara will have holiday events in lieu of a parade.
••• The tree of the month is the windmill palm.
••• “The O.C.” and “Gossip Girl” creator sells in Hope Ranch.
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