February 17, 2020
Hal Boucher was hired in 1949 to be the Biltmore's house photographer—and he continued in that role for over 70 years.
February 10, 2020
Other recent news: Mysterious money in the county supervisor race; how the Douglas Family Preserve got its name; racist graffiti at a bus stop; the cork oak is the tree of the month.
October 29, 2019
More food news and notes: A likely change in direction at the Four Seasons Biltmore's restaurant; Ca' Dario Pizza has closed; Lazy Acres pays $5,000 over mislabeled pizza; crème and punishment.
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I'm really curious about Peak Hygiene. It would be a nice experience to have your teeth cleaned without having the dentist come in afterward with… — ElizabethW
Is their gonna be an updated menu with seared ahi tuna? — Michael
Let's see how the restaurant holds up after some big storms and storm surges. Not sure I would sink so much money into a restaurant… — Jillian
I’m looking forward to coming and appreciate the elevated menu. I live in Goleta, and 3rd generation local. It’s not what I expected, but it… — Carolyn
Hey Omar, I think you can tell from just these initial comments that old school Goleta is not looking for “elevated” dining. We are all… — Annie
Piling on, thanks for all your work on the site. Always a fun read and helps us keep a pulse on what’s happening in SB,… — Andy
I know those of us at UCSB would love a great post-work spot that is elevated beyond IV standards but not so expensive that us… — Erik
I realize that people want a cheap eats kind of place. Fish 'n fries in plastic basket. But don't we have enough of these? I… — John
We are so happy the Ellwood is about to open. We loved the Beachside and went there almost weekly. Please add a local menu with… — carol neumann
I agree with you. The menu looks fantastic with some really yummy options but I'm having a hard time envisioning going there for dinner with… — BW
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I'm really curious about Peak Hygiene. It would be a nice experience to have your teeth cleaned without having the dentist come in afterward with… — ElizabethW
Is their gonna be an updated menu with seared ahi tuna? — Michael
Let's see how the restaurant holds up after some big storms and storm surges. Not sure I would sink so much money into a restaurant… — Jillian
I’m looking forward to coming and appreciate the elevated menu. I live in Goleta, and 3rd generation local. It’s not what I expected, but it… — Carolyn
Hey Omar, I think you can tell from just these initial comments that old school Goleta is not looking for “elevated” dining. We are all… — Annie
Piling on, thanks for all your work on the site. Always a fun read and helps us keep a pulse on what’s happening in SB,… — Andy
I know those of us at UCSB would love a great post-work spot that is elevated beyond IV standards but not so expensive that us… — Erik
I realize that people want a cheap eats kind of place. Fish 'n fries in plastic basket. But don't we have enough of these? I… — John
We are so happy the Ellwood is about to open. We loved the Beachside and went there almost weekly. Please add a local menu with… — carol neumann
I agree with you. The menu looks fantastic with some really yummy options but I'm having a hard time envisioning going there for dinner with… — BW