Return of the Santa Barbara News-Press
Other recent news: Author and historian Erin Graffy has died; drought conditions are back; changes in city garbage collection; Bungalow Haven historic designation update; the Isla Vista Food Co-op's financial crisis; recapping the meetings about space launches; commuter train to launch service this fall. 7
Chef Thomas Keller’s Reinvention of Tyde’s Will Include a New Name
More food news: A series of soft-openings at Cutler’s Distillery & Public House; Masala Spice has opened on the Mesa; Judge for Yourself Café has closed; Breakwater Restaurant is closed for renovations; croissant loyalty card at Alessia Patisserie & Café; Old Town Coffee opened in Isla Vista; Elubia’s Kitchen is going to open in Isla Vista; Hunt & Gather returns this Saturday; Sade Turkish Coffee in Carpinteria has closed; Trattoria del Sole is sounding very iffy about State Street. 1
The 31 Restaurants Expected to Open in Coming Months
On the menu this year: A pair of bagel shops; Aperitivo's spinoff; two establishments from chef Thomas Keller; beachside dining in Goleta; creative sandwiches; an outpost of Nobu; exciting additions to the Upper Village; major additions to Carpinteria and Ojai; and much more. 24

























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