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May 11, 2026

  • Get Out of Town

The Majesty of Angkor Wat

We had a few extra days in Southeast Asia, so we tagged on Cambodia's Angkor Wat temple complex as a bit of an afterthought—and it was the best part of the trip. 3

April 27, 2026

  • Hot Property

Montecito Mansion Sells for Nearly $26 Million

Last week's sales also include a 7,000-square-foot New England traditional; Toro Canyon equestrian estate; Hope Ranch off market; the former site of the Glass Pavilion house; Alameda Padre Serra floops; Romero Canyon cottage; and more.

April 26, 2026

  • Odds & Ends

Katy Perry’s Foundation Wants to Build a Summer Camp in Goleta

Plus: What's next for the former bank building at the Montecito Country Mart; the Uptown Artists Open Studio Tour is coming up; new subdivision proposed for Los Alamos; Cowboy Junkies return to the Lobero Theatre; update on SBPD's current headquarters; easy fix for a parking lot popular on farmers' market days. 3

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Newsletter: April 26

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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

April 24, 2026

  • Just Listed

A Pair of Midcentury Gems

Noteworthy new listings also include a big 'un on E. Mountain Drive; updated Tudor in Riven Rock; sweeping views at an outer Carpinteria contemporary, a cul-de-sac off Las Alturas, and Mission Canyon turnkey; adorable farmhouse in San Roque; and more.

April 23, 2026

  • News Roundup

The County’s Plan to Prioritize Housing for Locals

Other recent news: An update on Fairview Gardens in Goleta; efforts to keep ICE off county property; mobilizing against incumbent County Clerk Joe Holland; fraud in Montecito. 4

April 22, 2026

  • Sponsored

Cool Thinking in a Hot Market

In the past week, Ryan Malmsten of Santa Barbara Brokers brokered the sale of an iconic Montecito estate and an expansive equestrian property. He can help you navigate this constantly changing market, too.

  • Odds & Ends

Large Furniture Store Opening on State Street

Plus: The new stoplight on Coast Village Road; Beck to play the Santa Barbara Bowl; the Carpinteria outpost of The Shopkeepers appears to have closed; new boutique in Kismet's former space in the Upper Village; Blue Man Group at the Granada Theatre; Funk Zone–ish hotel to be two Marriott brands; another Funk Zone fitness studio; State Street's reliance on resale; "Where in Santa Barbara...?" answer. 33

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Newsletter: April 22

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Just Listed

  • Sprawling 1919 Villa in Mission Canyon
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Recent Comments

I hope the new Pascucci will offer affordable lunches for those of us working in the area! — Kathie

A lot of price cuts on these higher priced properties. — Don

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The roads are horrible all over the city. I live on the Mesa and it is a joke. De La Vina is pothole breeding ground.… — Chet

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Having toured the building I can confirm the section in question is an elevator. — Tom Wilson

Backside of Cliff Room! — Elliott

Restaurant News

  • Pascucci’s Owner Has Plans for a New Restaurant
  • Linden Square’s Rooftop Bar Opens Today
  • Yet Another New Restaurant in Carpinteria
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Burning Questions

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