May 6, 2026
Other recent news: Orlando Bloom found the collar of his lost dog; city parking machines now take credit cards; banner year for county crops; UCSB Arts & Lectures events have been rescheduled; city council votes to spare troublesome Westside tree.
A delightful stroll from Montecito to Santa Barbara via Eucalyptus Hill Road, with detours on many side streets. 2
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July 21, 2020
More food news: The Vons store in Montecito is getting self-checkout; first look at the menu for Little Dom's Seafood; "Parasite" noodle dish from Secret Bao; Noemi pizzeria is now open daily; the 805 Hazy & Deli space is for lease.
Plus: Porch's moving sale starts Friday; architects seek your input about the future of State Street; photo of the new Cold Spring Bridge; house proposed across from Dorinda Triangle; aerial photo of new Carp 101 interchange; bike/pedestrian path in the works between Buellton and Solvang.
July 20, 2020
Other recent news: State order means Santa Barbara schools will start the year remotely; local woman cares for possums; eucalyptus trees trimmed at Ellwood Mesa butterfly habitat; salon owners wonder why they can't work outside; the history of a Colonial Revival house on Santa Barbara Street.
More food news: Online ordering and delivery at Bibi Ji; another block of State Street to be narrowed for restaurants' use; Onus Donuts's appropriately old-school T-shirts; expanded dining space at San Ysidro Ranch; new Carp café/shop; Lompoc winery for sale.
July 19, 2020
July 18, 2020
In a big blow to Santa Barbara's gourmet aspirations—and obviously to all of us who love quality cheese—C'est Cheese announced that today was its last day.
The week's other top price reductions: Faux castle thinks its future has brightened; 1895 Crocker Row house in the Upper East; colorful Riviera with lovely views; Hidden Valley Lane sprawler.
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Great list!! I have to get the patatas bravas every time I go to Little Mountain. I need to try the Pastrami sandwich. Thanks for… — Kimi JM
Agree, but the Oat morning bun is better than anyone else’s. — toasteroven
Funny u touted the Strut! I live near MC and have had sandies from them often. Had the Strut for the first time and it… — Jeff Yolles
So much news to unpack here, but overall I'm thrilled to see this update from Laura Knight about trying something new that's more true to… — lemonjelly
It's difficult to get past the Frosnapper at Oat Bakery to try any other sweet! — Meridith Moore
Great list - I would add the falafel sandwich at Merci and the sweet potato starter at Bettina! — Howard
The renderings of Cliff Drive 'after' are misleading as the telephone/utility poles disappear. It is my understanding that the poles are NOT going to be… — Emma H.
So on 2910, a property tax bill of $600k or so. And more depending how it is finished out, and if the improvements are reported… — Judy's Older Brother
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