May 5, 2026
Godmothers’ second annual Godmothers Day will celebrate another year of magic, love, and story-sharing, and the community that makes it all possible: you—and the very special women in your lives. Plus: A whole lot more is happening at Godmothers in May.
Last week's sales also include a Glen Oaks floops; two on Hope Ranch's main drag; Birnam Wood semicircle; Alta Mesa off-market; architectural quirk on Barker Pass Road; two cuties in San Roque; and more.
April 20, 2026
More food news: Update on South Coast Deli's Funk Zone outpost; Yona Redz has closed; a visit to Monte's farmer's market; the Santa Barbara Wine Festival is in June; Gracie is serving up good value at the harbor. 7
April 19, 2026
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April 17, 2026
Set in one of the most desirable pockets of Carpinteria, just moments from the beach, this thoughtfully remodeled duplex offers the ideal blend of coastal lifestyle and investment flexibility. See for yourself at the open house this Sunday.
Noteworthy new listings also include a 1926 Mary Craig at the end of a Hedgerow cul-de-sac; another one on Santa Rosa Lane; three lovely spec renos; midcentury chalet in Hope Ranch; and more. 1
April 16, 2026
Imagine having a wine country home of your own, whether it's a retreat blocks from downtown Los Olivos, an equestrian compound, a hacienda with Cabernet Franc vineyard, or one of the most prestigious estates in all of California.
Other recent news: Another snakebite on front-country trails; nine cannabis operators' licenses revoked; Carpinteria Valley begins work on facility to make wastewater potable; Ensemble Theatre Company's next season.
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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
I used to read Edhat daily, and sometimes just to get more information in the comments on a local news event. Now all I get… — Victoria
SB/Montecito was long known as a place for the "newly wed and nearly dead." Not so many newlyweds can afford our towns anymore, I'm afraid. — Leslie
So good to see you this week at Cafe Luxxe. I agree the trout is the best thing I’ve ever had in SB!! — Carolyn Frey
I agree Erik, “Montecito gerontocracy“ would make a great T-shirt! “Santa Barbara gerontocracy” would probably be more accurate. Is the average age of SB residents… — Melinda
Jason isn't the only candidate in District 4. Check out monte4sb.com! — MW
This list is making my mouth water. I want to try all of them! Thank you Erik! — Dave
Hugette’s choices were made with a broken heart. To live there, would have kept her pain alive. Maintaining the property, kept her family alive….yet she… — Kim kellner
When I was a little kid, "go to lower State" was a slur. It implied you were seedy, a bum, criminal. As long as the… — el_smurfo