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May 9, 2026

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February 7, 2025

  • Just Listed

Hedgerow Flip With a Zipline in the Backyard

Noteworthy new listings also include a Mediterranean compound in Hope Ranch; big views on Bella Vista Drive; the former site of the Glass Pavilion house; fresh renovation in Birnam Wood; 2016 Craftsman in Carpinteria; permitted plans for a cool contemporary up Toro Canyon; and more.

February 6, 2025

  • News Roundup

Pedicabs and a Pop-Up Forest Proposed for State Street

Other recent news: The risks associated with the lithium-ion battery storage facility in Goleta; Billabong and Volcom stores have closed; more on the development proposed for the Sears lot at La Cumbre Plaza; new design standards for developers; changes to Milpas Street's trees; the history of Santa Barbara City College's land; Santa Maria to get a Planes of Fame Air Museum; the reopening of Pacific Coast Highway. 20

February 5, 2025

  • Food Stuff

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara’s Flagship Restaurant Has Closed

More food news: The Shoreline Cafe appears to be for sale; first look at the menu of Mission City Sandwich Shop; The Ellwood's soft-opening; Bar Lou is open for brunch starting this weekend; Bossie's Kitchen is serving weekend lunch again; Rolld Ice Cream is coming to Paseo Nuevo; a novel way to support Bibi Ji. 17

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February 4, 2025

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  • Get Out of Town

The Two Sides of Florence

While the city center has several major attractions, it has become an open-air mall and, at least during the holiday season, is thronged with visitors. Across the river was more my style: calmer and altogether more interesting. 18

February 3, 2025

  • Hot Property

A Major Week in Santa Barbara Real Estate

Last week's sales include five over $10 million—11,000-square-footer in Carpinteria, whopper at the Hot Springs Trailhead; Ennisbrook house once redone by Ellen and Portia, and more; Montecito minimalism; East Mesa for $4.35 million; two on Coronada Circle; 1909 Lower Riviera charmer; Hope Ranch vacant lot; and many more.

February 2, 2025

  • Odds & Ends

A “Pickleball Social Club” From the Founder of Crushcakes

Plus: New nail salon coming to San Roque; big sale from local shops and brands; slate of improvements at Birnam Wood Golf Club; question about how property taxes are allocated to schools; "book bench" to be installed on the Eastside; testing a street vacuum on State Street. 11

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Newsletter: February 2

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Just Listed

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Recent Comments

That old pink building, before it was sold a few year’s ago, was the warehouse for Santa Barbara’s most iconic pink building that had housed… — Darby Nett

This is at the entrance to city parking lot 9, behind the Lobero theater. — Bill F

SB is actually late in these plans. I have been wondering about this for years. These ideas need to start soon....or...... make canals in the… — Deb B

Hi, I'm a coastal scientist that studies sea level rise. That's not a reliable stat because the Santa Barbara tide gauge records have large gaps,… — CB

Yes, they are rising, but at miniscule levels much much smaller than the presentation says: The monthly extreme water levels include a Mean Sea Level… — Jefferson A.

Yes, the city has no business having three full time employees working on this. Check out the new $11 million State street underpass. A good… — Dan O.

Excited to hear about Cross Hatch Winery Tasting Room coming to town. Have always enjoyed their wines, and exceptional winemakers Michelle and Ryan. — sommtimes

Does Little Mountain still add on the annoying 5% charge "for whatever"? Just raise your prices instead of the shenanigans! I refuse to return there… — CAF

Right because moving the breakwater and harbor will cost less. Sea levels are rising, it's a fact, get used to it. — apzer

Sea levels are rising and the city should not plan? — Don

Restaurant News

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Burning Questions

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