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December 19, 2025

  • News Roundup

Michael Jackson’s Neverland Ranch Finally Sold

Other recent news: Riviera man who illegally cut down trees will face criminal and civil charges; more on the electric current running through a Montecito house; some gyms refuse to comply with the stay-at-home order.

  • Just Listed

An Ode to Monochrome in Hope Ranch

Noteworthy new listings also include a Hedgerow stunner with a string attached, cutely renovated Mesa cottage, juicy land on Ortega Ridge, two houses on a tiny Eucalyptus Hill street, and a live-work opportunity downtown.

December 23, 2020

  • You Gotta Try This

Part 3: “The Garlic Cloves Become Like Little Nibbles of Butter”

Still more dishes—including blueberry scones, chilaquiles burritos, sweet-and-spicy chicken wings, and ramen—that food-obsessed locals deem outstanding. 1

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Newsletter: December 23

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December 22, 2020

  • News Roundup

The Stay-at-Home Order Is Likely to Be Extended

Other recent news: Riviera resident in hot water for cutting down trees without a permit; restaurant told that staff meals are not allowed during lockdown; strange goings-on in a Montecito house; foster a pet this holiday season; the history of a Queen Anne house downtown. 1

  • Food Stuff

A Tasting Room With Roof Deck Is Opening in the Funk Zone

More food news: Two more new cottage-industry food endeavors; Loquita and Santa Barbara Sailing Center are partnering on outings; profiles of Section Wines and Rascal's vegan food; the Lark's satisfying braised beef cheeks. 1

December 21, 2020

  • Odds & Ends

An Updated Debris Flow Risk Map Has Been Released

Plus: Trailhead kiosks have started popping up; new plant shop in the works; snow in the forecast at two Santa Barbara malls; progressive new sticker company; Carpinteria Street Bridge to be replaced. 1

December 20, 2020

  • You Gotta Try This

Part 2: “I Could Eat It for Breakfast Every Day”

More dishes—including apple fritters, a French dip, chicken soup, and omakase sushi—that food-obsessed locals say are worth seeking out. 2

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Newsletter: December 20

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December 19, 2020

  • Hot Property

Jumbo House on a Double Lot in Birnam Wood

Notable closings of the last seven days also include a new-build in Hollister Ranch, a big price for Bel Air Knolls, midcentury-contemporary hybrid below the 101, a couple of Mediterraneans, and more.

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