New York–Style Pizzeria Opening on State Street

More food news: First look at downtown's new Indian breakfast-and-lunch restaurant; opening forecast for Cajé Coffee Roasters in Goleta; Noma Projects pantry pop-up at Domecíl; The Ellwood's outdoor event space; Ojai restaurant closing; Pressed Juicery's Santa Barbara outpost has shuttered. 3

Newsletter: July 22

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Ocean Views, Beautiful Grounds & Exceptional Value

Set in the privacy of coveted Eucalyptus Hill, this reimagined farmhouse-style retreat offers the best of both worlds: tranquil ocean and mountain views paired with a rare sense of serenity, all just moments from everything Santa Barbara and Montecito have to offer.

A New Cannabis Shop on Upper State Street

Plus: Update on the Rosewood Miramar's Beach gates; temporary tenant for a former Rite Aid in Goleta; another single-artist gallery downtown; Padaro Lane and the California Coastal Trail; interesting Padaro Lane house under construction; Fortune Feimster show. 2

1919 Villa Sells for $600,000 Less Than in 2022

Last week's sales also include architectural quirk in Hope Ranch; Hidden Valley Lane Supertuscan; the one at the base of the Rincon Island pier; Torito Road floops; Mission-inspired house in Cielito; and more.

A Walk in the Clouds in Cielito

During a stretch of gray weather, I thought I might find sunshine up in the Cielito neighborhood—where else, if not in "little heaven"? It too was gray, alas, but far from unbearable. 10

Newsletter: July 19

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Where in Santa Barbara…?

Know where this was shot? Prove it in the comments. (Update: We have a winner!) 3

They Held Onto It for 40 Years—and You’ll Understand Why

Between Downtown Santa Barbara and the ocean, on almost 3/4 acre at the end of a cul-de-sac, sits something genuinely rare—a sprawling oasis with the kind of privacy that takes decades to grow into. Come take a look at this week's open houses.

The Staples Store in Goleta Is Closing

Other recent news: West Marine nautical store to shutter; new fancy car show; thumbs down for Goleta condo design; Fairview Gardens farm update; recapping the Sable Offshore saga; more housing proposed for Carpinteria bluffs; city council candidates. 3