FIRST LOOK
“We spend a lot of time in hotel bars when we travel,” says Misty Orman, and she and her husband, Brandon Ristaino, have channeled that experience into their new lounge at the Montecito Inn. Plus, there’s a concise, French-leaning menu by the Sama Sama chefs.
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HOT PROPERTY
Last week’s sales: Greek-inspired home at bluff’s edge for half off; Summerland project with big views; Hollister Ranch “surf shack”; mountain-facing oceanfront condo in Carp for just under $4 million; Mission Canyon Mediterranean on 4.64 acres; and more. See what sold—and for how much. (Photo by Spencer Sky.)
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ODDS & ENDS
••• When the next segment of carpool lanes might open.
••• Michael Towbes Library Plaza to debut soon.
••• The San Ysidro Ranch’s botanical garden.
••• New health-and-wellness shop in Carpinteria.
••• Paintings by Siddarth Parasnis (above).
••• State Route 192 to reopen near Parma Park.
••• Activation of a new traffic signal.
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