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April 19, 2026

  • Hot Property

The Architectural Statement of Ortega Ridge

The week's notable sales also include a 10-acre compound in east Montecito, a half-built Hope Ranch house, a 1920 Tudor, and more.

December 25, 2020

  • Guessing Game

Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this photo was taken? Prove it in the comments. 8

December 24, 2020

  • 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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Just Listed

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Recent Comments

Just put State Street back the way it was before the Pandemic!!! It functioned well. Look at the Santa Monica Promenade, a total failure. People… — John

This is NOT better, this is following the same broken idea of a promenade that no one wanted. You are silver tongued my friend "A".… — Seth Reid

No, no no no no. Ask the locals. we do NOT want more sidewalks and tighter travel lanes. I have not run into ONE local… — Seth Reid

When it takes that many pages and graphics to explain a simple situation, you know something is very wrong. Complicating street opening and closing days… — Curtis

If you haven't already...try Rozzi Pizza. Chef-owner David Rosner is a real NY pizza guy. St. Bibiana is also excellent. — Dean B

I never park at the airport. They do not provide real time data and so you might end up in short term (expensive) or in… — John

Sam, The history of every worthwhile civic achievement is written by people willing to see what does not yet exist and then do the hard… — Albert

As a Carp neighbor, I’m proud and happy that a local family has committed to our little town in such a soulful and creative way.… — PGrande

Who is supposed to pay for this design by committee monster? The empty shop owners? The people who live downtown in subsidized housing? The students… — Sam Tababa

Coyote's is a wonderful new option in Carp. i don't eat beef - - but their seafood is fresh and delicious - bought a yummy… — Leslie Westbrook

Restaurant News

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