May 15, 2024
Tag: Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara
The Four Potential Designs for Franceschi Park
Plus: After 40 years, Wendy Foster is leaving downtown Santa Barbara; the Biltmore resort pushed its opening way back; proposed changes to a trio of Summerland buildings; a bunch of upcoming performances, including Ali Wong and Toad the Wet Sprocket; Goleta's Clay Studio has changed its name; the lineup for the French Wave Film Festival. 24
May 14, 2024
The Current State of the Four Seasons Biltmore
Plus: A GoFundMe has been set up for the Riviera family affected by a landslide; the car wash on N. Milpas Street has reopened; the Harbor Nautical Swap Meet is this Saturday; downtown landmark marred with signage; learn more about the Frank Lloyd Wright house in Montecito; Broadway in Santa Barbara announced its 2024-2025 season. 3
May 12, 2024
Via Maestra Enoteca Has Opened
More food news: Nobu is rumored to be coming to the Four Seasons Biltmore resort; Mony's is working on indoor seating; Skyfield is said to be planning on an ever-changing slate of chefs; Cold Spring Tavern won't be open for dinner this summer; a visit to the new Dart Coffee Co. café at the harbor. 7
February 22, 2024
The Biltmore Has Finally Set a Reopening Date
Other recent news: Cruise ship visits could be limited to 20 per year; fallen palm trees at Refugio State Beach; "beer spa" could be opening here; the effort to restart ExxonMobil's oil operations; Goleta wants to reroute pedestrian bridge funds to roundabouts; rehabbing Carpinteria's Alcazar Theatre. 15
February 16, 2024
Santa Barbara Airport Has Added “VIP Concierge Service”
Plus: The Biltmore now intends to fill in its unpermitted pool; Heidi Merrick archive sale; Habitat for Humanity is looking to reopen its Restore store; progress for the Electrify America charging station; Orlebar Brown opened at the Montecito Country Mart; Los Patos roundabout construction to start soon; retreat center on Painted Cave Road; Namaste clothing boutique is moving. 9
January 31, 2024
What’s Next for Franceschi House?
Plus: The Romero Canyon trail has partially reopened; Lyle Lovett at the Lobero Theatre; Natalie Merchant at the Santa Barbara Bowl; Transition House bought an eight-unit apartment building; the Biltmore is seeking approval for a large slate of improvements; the work-in-progress State Street undercrossing; proposed changes at the Montecito Club and La Cumbre Country Club. 6
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November 16, 2023
The Biltmore Is Building a Lazy River Pool in Its Front Yard
Plus: A doubleheader of artist William Wegman; State Street Promenade bike lane; Willie Nelson to play the Santa Barbara Bowl; Community Arts Workshop's "Ready to Hang" show; question about where to find good souvenir T-shirts; Studio's new record label and beverage line. 7
Recent Comments
What a very kind comment to leave thank you very much David! Made our day! + All of the other comments of support and love… — Starr Hall
Thank you for sharing your research on this fascinating little gem of a building! — Tristin Tracy
I am genuinely sad about the Hitchcock Theater. It's the only remaining Metro theater that I enjoy — because its a bit of a secret… — ES Corchero
You can't blame restaurants for releasing menus without prices when the first thing people do is complain about how expensive everything is. — Erik Torkells
I assume it's the little area with convenience snacks inside the gift shop. It's sort of tucked away in the back corner of the store. — Alisa
Is the lunch at Monte's free? Menu with no pricing is suspect on what they will be charging lettuce, etc..?? — Louise
How charming. Buildings like this add such an essential textural element to a place. So grateful to Mr. Krablin for preserving it. — BW