More Big Changes Are Coming to the Biltmore

The plans call for a second restaurant and two new family pools—with sand beaches, rock waterfalls, and an island bar. Plus: Nobu is pretty much confirmed. 20

1929 Mary Craig Hacienda to Get the Spec-Reno Treatment

Last week's sales also include a modern farmhouse on 20 acres southeast of Los Olivos; 1955 Hedgerow compound fixer off market; contemporary interiors in West Mesa; Hidden Valley cul-de-sac; and a San Roque three-bedroom.

Dipping a Toe Into Southern Corsica

After two weeks in Paris, a non-city destination sounded like just the thing, so we rented a villa outside the Corsican town of Bonifacio and reveled in the natural beauty of the island's southern tip. 1

Newsletter: July 21

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 5

The Palace Grill Is Closing After 39 Years

More food news: Old Town Coffee and Buena Onda have left Mosaic Locale; Poke House has opened; changes could be coming to the Breakwater Restaurant at the harbor; new food options at the Tyler x Lieu Dit tasting room; more on the upgrading of Moby Dick; Intermezzo launched Sunday brunch; the city keeps jerking around The Daisy. 13

Three Must-See Properties in 93108 Open This Weekend

Don’t miss our open houses! Explore three captivating homes in Santa Barbara's 93108 this Saturday and Sunday.

Greek-Inspired Contemporary Overlooking the Pacific

Noteworthy new listings also include a renovated Upper East grande dame; livability on the Riviera; Hope Ranch split personality; likely loss on Coyote Road; another shot at $4 million on the Mesa; full share in Hollister Ranch; and a five-bedroom off San Antonio Creek Road.

The State Street Advisory Committee Can’t Reach a Consensus

Other recent news: Progress on containing the Lake Fire; popular campgrounds suffered little fire damage; Santa Barbara and Goleta working together on airport noise; back-in angled parking in Old Town Goleta; this year's Fiesta celebration won't include a carnival; the folks hoping to build on Hot Springs Trail share their point of view. 25

A Slew of Improvements to Haley Street

Plus: Concerts by Lucinda Williams, Kacey Musgraves, and Los Lobos; Maui shop has opened on State Street; a chance to learn curling; updates on the Cold Springs trail and W. Mountain Drive slip-out repair; Fiesta exhibit at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum; the construction project by the Patterson Avenue off-ramp; who bought the former St. Anthony's Seminary? 5