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December 21, 2025

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Newsletter: October 29

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  • Guessing Game

Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 1

October 27, 2023

  • Just Listed

A Montecito Classic, Complete With Tower

Noteworthy new listings also include woodsy midcentury by Lockwood de Forest; winning new-build steps from the Upper Village; 1946 Alex D'Alfonso on E. De La Guerra Road; Riviera semi-remodel; and more. 1

October 26, 2023

  • Food Stuff

Starbucks Is Coming to the Funk Zone

More food news: Brophy Bros. plans to open a larger clam bar downstairs; new ownership for Louie's California Bistro at the Upham hotel; Merci's takeout roast chicken for two; Presqu’ile Winery bought land formerly used to grow cannabis; Pueblo Pollo is said to be reopening in Isla Vista; a change in direction at Linden Hall. 11

October 25, 2023

  • News Roundup

The State Street Advisory Committee Met Again

Other recent news: Blissful Boutiques makers' market lost its lease at Paseo Nuevo; the city council approved new regulations for restaurant parklets; the Land Trust bought 48 acres on the Gaviota Coast; California Highway Patrol decided to stay and renovate its Calle Real office; progress for improvements at the Goleta Butterfly Grove; looking back at when a rich homeowner let hobos live on her property. 3

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Newsletter: October 25

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October 24, 2023

  • Hot Property

22-Acre Goleta Ranch Sells for $8 Million

Last week's sales also include a flip on Eucalyptus Hill; Alta Mesa four-bedroom; Campanil fixer/teardown; and more.

October 23, 2023

  • Odds & Ends

Jules by the Sea Is Opening an Uptown Branch

Plus: The bookstore opening in Carpinteria; new retaining wall near the Santa Barbara Yacht Club; full-moon hike; the seasonal closure of Loma Alta Drive has begun; Leadbetter Beach Park turf renovation; Cody Jinks to play the Santa Barbara Bowl; low-key photography from the Botanic Garden's archives.

October 22, 2023

  • Food Stuff

First Look at Linden Hall’s Rather Exciting Menu

More food news: The In-N-Out in Buellton took a step forward; Merci is said to be introducing table service; a new pizzeria in the former Patxi's space; Christmas kitschfest Miracle is returning to Pearl Social; profiles of Roger's Tacos and Roan Mills Grains. 10

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Newsletter: October 22

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