December 22, 2025
More food news: Birria tacos, ramen, and more at Kultura's Tuesday pop-up; a profile of Turkish bakery Lokum; Tavern at Zaca Creek now serving lunch and brunch; the right bread for BLT season; last call for food judges.
Other recent news: Burglary suspect arrested after getting stranded by the rising tide; Museum of Sensory & Movement Experiences opens at La Cumbre Plaza; 462 students have left the Santa Barbara Unified School District since June; Santa Barbara looks at ways to increase affordable housing; Carp skate park update.
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October 26, 2020
The interior and menu tell a refreshingly sophisticated story, and rare for these parts, the wine list is almost entirely Italian.
Plus: A trio of Funk Zone buildings for sale; exhibit of Santa Barbara Bowl posters at the Shopkeepers; rescued chihuahuas up for adoption; coastal trail study seeks input; fabulous Queen Anne landmark for sale. 1
October 25, 2020
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October 24, 2020
There were a ton of sales at impressive prices—including two off-market and six above ask.
October 23, 2020
Plus: Exploring Patrick Nesbitt's Summerland estate, heading to auction soon; the nubby facade of Jeff Shelton's round tower; Amtrak route to be reservation-only around Thanksgiving; "fantasy rainfall" game.
October 22, 2020
You'll get a better understanding of the Evans undercrossing, with its zippy design reminiscent of Copacabana; the Sheffield Drive righthand on- and off-ramps; and sound walls that include planters.
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What a bunch of disappointing houses. It makes me sad. — Penelope Bianchi
City Hall looking Northwest towards the "Street of Spain. " — Sean
It was inevitable that they would pivot to something casual. I wonder if they’ve considered renaming to… “Little Alex’s” — J
I read the Ordinance Committee report and proposed Ordinance changes and it shouldn't impact existing slip owners, the revision is only to stop people who… — Rich
Armenian Community of Santa Barbara fountain in front of City Hall — Scott
Wish they could just call it Corazon Montecito and have the same delicious menu. Los Agaves seems to do well with that model. — AFC
The 2 houses near SBCC will likely continue to be short term rentals. STRs & student housing (for a community college!) are ruining the Marine… — Tom
Nope, but thanks for breaking the seal. — Erik Torkells
Glad to hear Alma is becoming more casual. Hopefully the menu will be more akin to their successful Corazon sisters. — Jilt
I love the bow-tie throw blankets, did they learn how to do that working on a super yacht, below deck?? — John
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What a bunch of disappointing houses. It makes me sad. — Penelope Bianchi
City Hall looking Northwest towards the "Street of Spain. " — Sean
It was inevitable that they would pivot to something casual. I wonder if they’ve considered renaming to… “Little Alex’s” — J
I read the Ordinance Committee report and proposed Ordinance changes and it shouldn't impact existing slip owners, the revision is only to stop people who… — Rich
Armenian Community of Santa Barbara fountain in front of City Hall — Scott
Wish they could just call it Corazon Montecito and have the same delicious menu. Los Agaves seems to do well with that model. — AFC
The 2 houses near SBCC will likely continue to be short term rentals. STRs & student housing (for a community college!) are ruining the Marine… — Tom
Nope, but thanks for breaking the seal. — Erik Torkells
Glad to hear Alma is becoming more casual. Hopefully the menu will be more akin to their successful Corazon sisters. — Jilt
I love the bow-tie throw blankets, did they learn how to do that working on a super yacht, below deck?? — John