
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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Recent Comments
Valet is gone from the wharf — Jen
Same, actually. I’ll be there too. — Tim
IMO, the strange thing is the Hilton just spent $$$ to convert the tennis courts into pickleball courts, only to erect story poles, so they… — Karl
As a Carpinterian i am so excited for new places opening up in Carp. Every since we lost Fosters, The Palms, Beach liquor, etc. I… — Oscar A
Btw, a regular cup of coffee is $3.25. Not bad! — Victoria Valente
Last week an opportunity presented itself to visit the Starbucks on Milpas Street and Gutierrez. What a nice shop! Highly recommend. — Victoria Valente
Try Bristol Farms. They have roast turkey daily — Michael
They do this at the Harbor restaurant for Sunday brunch. Takes up 1/2 the parking on the harbor for like 3 cars. I won’t eat… — Sb Dad
That's in today's Odds & Ends post, which will run in the email newsletter that comes out on Wednesday. — Erik Torkells
No one in SB is going to pay $15 for valet parking. Agree with other comment; money grab from out of touch LA based owner/operator… — Mike