Houses Are Still Selling Quickly and Above Ask
While there weren't any huge sales this week—a few are in the pipeline—most were fast and above ask. Beside the spectacular Riviera flip, notable closings include two oceanfront fixer/teardowns; a sleek and sexy midcentury with killer views; a triplex near Crushcakes; a State Street charmer; Mesa three-bedroom with hot terrace action; and more. 1
Jeannine’s Is Taking Over One of Santa Barbara’s Most Prominent Spaces
More food news: Alessia Patisserie & Cafe plans to open this month; Bar Le Côte preview pop-up in Santa Monica; East Beach hotel restaurant formally debuts next week; Sweet Wheel Farm & Flowers will be joining the Saturday farmers' market; another cool-looking restaurant and bar in the works for Ventura. 1
Crushcakes’s Wine Bar Spinoff Has Opened
More food news: Cajé's second State Street café soft-opened over the weekend; Santa Barbara moves toward further regulating alcohol sales; In-N-Out's fry boat pool float; El Pastorcito's Noleta restaurant has closed; more on the plans for regenerative farming at Jalama Canyon Ranch. 1
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