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December 21, 2025

  • Just Listed

1912 Lutah Maria Riggs House in a Primo Location

Noteworthy new listings also include a Glen Oaks farmhouse for $16 million; a grand old Upper East house; what looks like a good deal on Plaza Rubio; room for expansion in Hope Ranch; a pair spec reno candidates with views; 1910 Craftsman near the Bungalow Haven District; and more. 4

October 13, 2023

  • Exclusive

The Flagship Restaurant at The Post Will Be…

An L.A. couple with three restaurants under their belt is opening an all-day establishment described as "coastal Italy meets coastal California." Take a look at the sample menu. 16

October 12, 2023

  • Burning Questions

Where Else Do the Cruise Ships That Visit Here Go?

"The cruise ships that stop in Santa Barbara—what kind of routes are they on? Are there many other ports on the West Coast?" 3

October 11, 2023

  • Odds & Ends

Palma Colectiva Is Opening a Dedicated Retail Shop

Plus: The State Street pianos are back and a "performance progressive" is coming up; first look at Providence School's plan for the former Girls Inc. building; a trio of contemporary dance performances; Mad Fitness's hiatus appears to be permanent; please don't use fake spider webs outside. 10

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Newsletter: October 11

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October 10, 2023

  • News Roundup

The Trees of Milpas Street Are in Danger of Being Removed

Other recent news: California has passed a law banning "junk fees"; the tension between hotel and housing development; San Ysidro Creek debris net dam cleared; Goleta street improvements (and three new roundabouts); looking back at Santa Barbara's early surf scene. 28

October 9, 2023

  • Hot Property

Italian Villa With Gothic Overtones Sells for $20.35 Million

Last week's sales also include Ortega Ridge sprawler for $14.1 million; Hollister Ranch main house; stylish duplex just off Coast Village Road; funky 1921 relic; and more.

October 8, 2023

  • Food Stuff

An Update on Happy Cat Eats

More food news: Elena's Kitchen has closed; road-testing the frozen Bettina pizzas from Kitchenette; the Coast Village Road outpost of Los Arroyos is closed for renovations; spiny lobster season has started; possible clues about Tamar's permanent location; Broad Street Oyster Co. is opening in San Francisco; signs of life at chicken-and-waffles chain Bruxie. 7

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Newsletter: October 8

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  • Guessing Game

Where in Santa Barbara…?

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Just Listed

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Recent Comments

Glad to hear Alma is becoming more casual. Hopefully the menu will be more akin to their successful Corazon sisters. — Jilt

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