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February 9, 2023

  • First Look

The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern Opens Today

The first guests at the reimagined Los Olivos property will be checking in soon. The main restaurant is now serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and the coffee bar has opened. Take a look around.... 8

February 1, 2023

  • News Roundup

Downtown Apartment Complex With No Parking Moves Forward

Other recent news: A look back at the Potter Hotel; profile of local author Kyle Seibel; Aga John rug store has closed; neighbors concerned about Santa Maria housing for the homeless; new online map shows which trails and roads are open; the recent buyer of a $12.5 million beach house in Carpinteria. 1

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Newsletter: February 1

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January 31, 2023

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A Chic Contemporary Compound in Wine Country

Newly constructed by renowned designer and builder Mark Trabucco, 4300/4200 Roblar Avenue is a serene, private compound comprising two separate homes—with approved permits for a third—on 39 south-facing acres in one of the Santa Ynez Valley’s most coveted corridors.

  • Hot Property

Midcentury Conundrum on a Prime Lot Sells for $8.9 Million

Sales from the past two weeks also include marvelous 1923 bones in the Hedgerow; the San Roque Craftsman with an oddly situated oven; two West Mesa properties; nicely remodeled 1920 cottage in Oak Park; and more. 1

January 30, 2023

  • Food Stuff

Dave’s Drip House Has Opened

More food news: Forthcoming De La Vina restaurant to specialize in tacos; Poe & Co.'s new line of dried meals to take camping; a review of Saint Remy restaurant at the new Courtyard by Marriott hotel; where to ride a mechanical bull; Lesbian feta. 13

January 29, 2023

  • Up in the Valley

What’s Next in the Santa Ynez Valley Food Scene

On the menu in coming months: more restaurants at the Inn at Mattei's Tavern, a breath of fresh air in Solvang, something intriguing in Buellton, an old-fashioned arcade, possibly an In-N-Out, and more. 3

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Newsletter: January 29

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January 28, 2023

  • Odds & Ends

Plans for a New Jeff Shelton Building Downtown

Plus: Three more Santa Barbara Bowl shows announced; fencing proposed for Plaza de Vera Cruz park; East Beach sewage contamination; Acorn and Oak fitness and wellness studio opening on Hollister Avenue; Romero Canyon bridge is damaged again; group show by a dozen local women artists. 5

  • Guessing Game

Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 2

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What a bizarre and mean spirited way to refer to a wonderful local couple who run two great shops, know all their customers by name,… — BW

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I do know some history of the subdivision that used to be known as "San Marcos Gardens," just three streets by two (Verano, Rosario, and… — Christine_Z28

So glad the Handlebars backed out. As a neighbor this area is not suited for a busy coffee shop or traffic with more than 5… — Shane

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The Valentine’s Sip & Shop at Summerland Salon & Spa is this Saturday, February 11. Shop the selection of skin and hair care while you sip rosé and enjoy the ocean view! Relax and unwind with a mini facial or elevate your skin routine with a gua sha workshop. Tickets are $25; just click the link in the bio on the @summerlandsalonandspa page

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