The Threat of “South American Theft Groups”

Other recent news: Renderings of the apartment complex proposed for the Sears lot at La Cumbre Plaza; new Goleta housing development to rent by the bed; county supervisors are thinking of giving themselves a raise; CADA sold its E. Haley building; possible funding cuts to local public radio stations; Meghan Markle renamed her forthcoming lifestyle brand; history of the Cold Spring Canyon bridge. 2

Mission City Sandwich Shop Feels Like a Winner

More food news: La Lieff Winery is looking for a new food partner now that We Want the Funk has closed; Rolld Ice Cream opens this weekend; Takashi Ramen soft-opening date; Zen Yai Thai has closed; Rusty's Pizza is returning to Isla Vista; Ventura is getting an outpost of Corazón Cocina. 5

Newsletter: February 19

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A Rare Opportunity for a Major Montecito Estate of Your Own

Come walk the land—more than three pristine acres near the renowned Lotusland botanical garden, world-class hiking and biking trails, and the Upper Village—and see what it inspires in you.

What’s the Housing Development Under Construction Next to the Polo Fields?

"A fairly large new housing development is being built near the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club. I would estimate a few dozen homes are under construction, with a sound wall to block freeway noise. Mature, old-wood olive trees were just planted by the entrance. Any news about these homes?" 2

Upper East Georgian Revival Sells for $6.57 Million

Last week's sales also include a 1970 split-level near the Hot Springs trailhead; Jeff Shelton hot potato; Yankee Farm equestrian property; Montecito three-bedroom for $4.4 million; Hope Ranch ranch house; Riviera renovation; and more.

A World-Renowned Health Retreat Is Opening Outside Santa Barbara

Blue Oak Retreat will be a sister outpost to British Columbia's Mountain Trek Health Reset Retreat, which has won awards from all the major travel publications. 24

Newsletter: February 16

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 2

1951 Farmhouse on Glendessary Lane

Noteworthy new listings also include an Upper Village spec reno; midcentury energy in Hope Ranch; 1930s bones on the Carpinteria side of Toro Canyon; Santa Fe style on San Antonio Creek Road; Eucalyptus Hill project; and more.