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March 5, 2023

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Newsletter: March 5

March 5, 2023|by Erik Torkells

SHOP TO IT
A fresh take on the classic corner store is opening in Santa Barbara—but instead of Doritos and Coors Light, The Eddy will offer natural wine, craft beer, pantry items, homewares, and grab-and-go fare from local partners such as Revolver and Oat Bakery.

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JUST LISTED
Noteworthy new listings: 120-year-old Queen Anne given a crisp renovation; Campanil spec reno; a welcoming backyard off Camino Viejo; ocean view on the Riviera for $1.695 million; a West Mesa flip attempt; and more.

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FOOD STUFF
••• Thai Barbecue is coming to the Santa Barbara Public Market.
••• Stella Mare’s lease won’t be renewed.
••• Mariscos Santa Barbara has closed.
••• Kin Bakeshop opening forecast.
••• Profiles of Tondi Gelato and Anchor Rose.
••• Simple Feast has gone out of business.
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ODDS & ENDS
••• Why were cameras installed at the Montecito hot springs?
••• The latest plans for the De La Guerra Plaza revamp.
••• Little Rainbow Foot Spa closed for remodeling.
••• A new explanation for MarBorg’s non-curbside rate hike.
••• Union Bank is becoming U.S. Bank.
••• East Beach water-contact closure lifted.
••• Free firewood from the State Street Axe Club.
••• Potential public use of Santa Barbara High School’s track and football field.
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Recent Comments

So, the ugly pipe has already been there several months. Maybe it will eventually disappear for a short time before it returns again? Is this… — Caf

….it would be awesome if South Coast could do daily specials of Metropolous’s best offerings- okie dokie artichokie please! — Christine!

I just want to say Thank You! to Eric and Wendy Schmidt. I too have wonderful memories of this place. — Deborah Brown

South coast is coming to the funk zone. We are so excited, especially after losing metropulis! — Toni Jones

bring back the De Anza — art G

I agree Rick It would be great to bring it back a real Montecito place casual, good food and does not cost an arm and… — trish davis

Thanks for the follow up on the double tracking. It should be done, because if it were not, it would be the bottleneck on future… — Judy's Older Brother

I volunteer every year at the Orchid Show- the best way to see the production! It is so fun to people watch and see the… — Christine!

I agree, I still miss Empty Bowl that was on CVR. They called it by another name which was confusing and had lots of outdoor… — AFC

Was hoping Peabodys would come back. — Rick Lyons

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