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May 6, 2026

  • Guessing Game

Where in Santa Barbara…?

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

January 2, 2026

  • Get Out of Town

The Original Sim City

In order to visit Michael Heizer’s mammoth art project in the Nevada desert, my husband and I needed to spend a couple of nights in Las Vegas—so we dragged along his mom on a quest for age-appropriate thrills. 8

December 31, 2025

  • Under the Hood

The State of the Site

Siteline continues to grow, thanks to everyone who reads it and advertises. But where does it go from here? 63

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Newsletter: December 31

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December 30, 2025

  • The Year in Review

The Most-Read Posts of 2025

Celebrity real estate, new restaurants, Italian cities, King Kong.... Here are Siteline's most-read posts in 2025, along with some comments and updates. 11

December 29, 2025

  • Hot Property

39-Acre Noleta Farm Sells for $6 Million

Last week's sales also include half a duplex inside the Loma Alicia gated community; architecturally funky properties on Via Alicia and in Mission Canyon; and a one-acre vacant lot on E. Mountain Drive. 1

December 28, 2025

  • Food Stuff

Casa Agria’s State Street Taproom Is Closing

More food news: Bluewater Grill is looking for a buyer; Aegean and Secret Bao are taking a break; chicken-finger chain opening in Goleta; Oat Bakery's cinnamon-raisin special; compilers of happy-hour deals; Chase Restaurant reopening date; where's the best coffee cake in town? 12

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Newsletter: December 28

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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

December 26, 2025

  • News Roundup

Sable Offshore Circumvents State Authority

Other recent news: No major problems from recent storms, aside from Santa Barbara Airport runway flooding; exploiting overtime at the County Sheriff's office; La Casa de Maria update; East Beach sewage spill; work starts on Goleta multi-use path; the tree of the month. 10

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Recent Comments

Great list!! I have to get the patatas bravas every time I go to Little Mountain. I need to try the Pastrami sandwich. Thanks for… — Kimi JM

Agree, but the Oat morning bun is better than anyone else’s. — toasteroven

Funny u touted the Strut! I live near MC and have had sandies from them often. Had the Strut for the first time and it… — Jeff Yolles

So much news to unpack here, but overall I'm thrilled to see this update from Laura Knight about trying something new that's more true to… — lemonjelly

It's difficult to get past the Frosnapper at Oat Bakery to try any other sweet! — Meridith Moore

Great list - I would add the falafel sandwich at Merci and the sweet potato starter at Bettina! — Howard

The renderings of Cliff Drive 'after' are misleading as the telephone/utility poles disappear. It is my understanding that the poles are NOT going to be… — Emma H.

So on 2910, a property tax bill of $600k or so. And more depending how it is finished out, and if the improvements are reported… — Judy's Older Brother

Agreed 100%! — Mia

My husband and I love your posts. Keep up the good work!! You keep us informed and aware of new places to visit and we… — Carol

Restaurant News

  • Pascucci’s Owner Has Plans for a New Restaurant
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Walk With Me

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Burning Questions

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