A New Pizzeria Is Taking Over L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele

"We started out very strong, but then we lost money the last two years," explains Da Michele owner Francesco Zimone. He didn't want to close the doors and leave employees stranded, so he waited till he found the right person to step in. 6

The State of Our Market: A Community Real Estate Forum With the Experts

Come to the stunning Montecito Club this Thursday to explore one of today’s hottest topics: real estate. Some of the industry's most respected leaders will discuss the state of our market and answer your questions.

Adam Levine Sold His Picacho Lane Mansion for $57.25 Million

Last week's sales also include 1950s Riven Rock for $6.75 million off the initial asking price; California cottage near the Lower Village; midcentury project in Montecito; cool bones on Glendessary Lane; El Caserio cottage for $480,000 over ask; and more.

The Fess Parker Inn in Los Olivos Wants to Double in Size

Plus: New jewelry boutique at the Montecito Country Mart; The Well bought a 9.13-acre property in Carpinteria; Santa Barbara Botanic Garden's temporary casitas to be unveiled; the Central Coast AirFest is coming up; Taj Mahal, Patty Griffin, and Madeleine Peyroux in concert; Janeane Garofalo to speak here; the latest with Rincon Island. 3

Newsletter: October 12

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 7

1925 Single-Level Sprawl on the Riviera

Noteworthy new listings also include Spanish Colonial Revival charm in the Upper East; abundant curb appeal on the Lower Riviera; Samarkand cutie; 1920s cottage with guest studio; a floops for a loss; and more. 4

A Fashion-Forward Fall at the Area’s Top Boutiques

They have everything you need to look cool while staying warm.

Santa Barbara’s Professional Soccer Team Has Been Delayed a Third Time

Other recent news: UCSB professors win the Nobel Prize; Hook & Press's turtle was stolen and returned; possible changes to waterfront parking protocol; survey results about local news. 7

A Ramble Through the English Countryside

All I knew about rural England is what I’ve gleaned from Merchant Ivory films, and yet the Cotswolds and Somerset still didn't disappoint. Plus: A couple of days in London. 2