Bar “Fly”: Home designers reimagine tradition to create sharp-looking spaces for hanging out and having a drink.
DRINKS WITH DRAMA
Mixology takes a turn toward the theatrical in these
four must-see libations.
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Mixology takes a turn toward the theatrical in these
four must-see libations.
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RAISING THE GLASS
A Thousand Oaks architect and her husband turn
recycled treasures into a place where they can
grow mint and serve a julep, too.
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A Thousand Oaks architect and her husband turn
recycled treasures into a place where they can
grow mint and serve a julep, too.
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MATTEI’S TAVERN IS HERE TO STAY
A beloved Santa Ynez Valley landmark gets
new life as a luxurious inn.
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A beloved Santa Ynez Valley landmark gets
new life as a luxurious inn.
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Vintage Wardrobe Revival
Singer-songwriter Brooke white strikes just the right note with the debut of The Yellow House Closet.
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Singer-songwriter Brooke white strikes just the right note with the debut of The Yellow House Closet.
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From Barcelona with Love
A Santa Barbara native returns home
with global dishes and flair.
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A Santa Barbara native returns home
with global dishes and flair.
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Waffling Between Possibilities
A Santa Barbara chef irons out imaginative variations on a crispy morning favorite that take it from sweet treat to savory meal.
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A Santa Barbara chef irons out imaginative variations on a crispy morning favorite that take it from sweet treat to savory meal.
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BANANA BONANZA
Try these recipes from local culinary professionals for four sweet treats showcasing the curved yellow classic.
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Try these recipes from local culinary professionals for four sweet treats showcasing the curved yellow classic.
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PRIVATE VISION, PUBLIC ART
Laura Stewart’s one-of-a-kind installations draw on artistic creativity and engineering skills.
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Laura Stewart’s one-of-a-kind installations draw on artistic creativity and engineering skills.
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SCI-FI TABLE SERVICE
A pair of robots, both named Shadow, deliver both traditional and American-style Chinese dishes to diners at Santa Barbara’s Meet Up Chinese Cuisine.
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A pair of robots, both named Shadow, deliver both traditional and American-style Chinese dishes to diners at Santa Barbara’s Meet Up Chinese Cuisine.
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CELEBRATE!
Create the wedding of your dreams or any memorable event with the help of these local professionals.
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Create the wedding of your dreams or any memorable event with the help of these local professionals.
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A NEW LEAF?
Use bitter greens from the chicory family in soups, salads, and sautés to support the digestive immune systems.
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Use bitter greens from the chicory family in soups, salads, and sautés to support the digestive immune systems.
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NATURAL SPLENDOR
Bring the colors, shapes, and textures of the garden indoors to create a peaceful bathing sanctuary.
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Bring the colors, shapes, and textures of the garden indoors to create a peaceful bathing sanctuary.
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TURNING UP THE HEAT
The restaurant at the Santa Ynez Inn has a winning new look and fired-up menus inspired by its wine country location.
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The restaurant at the Santa Ynez Inn has a winning new look and fired-up menus inspired by its wine country location.
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FRUIT OF THE GODS
Persimmons bring sweet flavor and vibrant color to three dishes created by chefs in the 805.
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Persimmons bring sweet flavor and vibrant color to three dishes created by chefs in the 805.
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ENHANCING THE BISCUIT
Three Central Coast chefs update the fluffy, flaky favorite with lively flavors.
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Three Central Coast chefs update the fluffy, flaky favorite with lively flavors.
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FALLING FOR COFFEE BREWS
Central Coast brewers partner with their favorite roasters to produce an autumn tradition.
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Central Coast brewers partner with their favorite roasters to produce an autumn tradition.
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RECIPES FOR SUCCESS
A new cookbook reveals the impetus for the creation of Santa Barbara’s Barbareño restaurant and how to re-create its elevated farm-to-table dishes at home.
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A new cookbook reveals the impetus for the creation of Santa Barbara’s Barbareño restaurant and how to re-create its elevated farm-to-table dishes at home.
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MORE TO SAVOR IN SANTA YNEZ VALLEY
Vineyard, farm, and bakery expansions and new owners, chefs, and eateries bring fresh ways to fill your glass and plate with the flavors of the region.
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Vineyard, farm, and bakery expansions and new owners, chefs, and eateries bring fresh ways to fill your glass and plate with the flavors of the region.
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FRUIT OF ALL TRADES
Chefs in the 805 make creative use of the tropical jackfruit as a savory replacement for meat
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Chefs in the 805 make creative use of the tropical jackfruit as a savory replacement for meat
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NATURAL HABITAT
Refresh outdoor spaces with furnishings that echo the neutral tones of mother earth.
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Refresh outdoor spaces with furnishings that echo the neutral tones of mother earth.
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WATER WORKS
Local chefs deliver our body’s most important nutrient via their refreshing aguas frescas recipes.
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Local chefs deliver our body’s most important nutrient via their refreshing aguas frescas recipes.
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TUNING IN TO THE CHANNEL
The waters off the coast from Point Mugu to Point Conception may be worthy of a rare designation in celebration of their cetaceans.
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The waters off the coast from Point Mugu to Point Conception may be worthy of a rare designation in celebration of their cetaceans.
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WELL TRAVELED
Venturing out of your everyday regimen brings fresh outlooks and experiences that heal your body, intrigue your mind, and restore your zest for life.
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Venturing out of your everyday regimen brings fresh outlooks and experiences that heal your body, intrigue your mind, and restore your zest for life.
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FIT FOR A QUEEN
Personal collections and superb curation combine to tell a home designer’s story.
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Personal collections and superb curation combine to tell a home designer’s story.
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AN ALL-OCCASION COLLECTION
Professional advice for having the right bottle on hand for every contingency.
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Professional advice for having the right bottle on hand for every contingency.
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GROWTH POTENTIAL
The Plant Therapist in San Luis Obispo specializes in decorative indoor and outdoor designs that showcase plants.
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The Plant Therapist in San Luis Obispo specializes in decorative indoor and outdoor designs that showcase plants.
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EMERGENT EATS
Purveyors of pop-up eateries share the challenges of being on the move and their secrets to creating a loyal following.
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Purveyors of pop-up eateries share the challenges of being on the move and their secrets to creating a loyal following.
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ON THE RISE
Focaccia is heating up in the 805 as local bakers infuse the traditional dimpled bread with flavor.
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Focaccia is heating up in the 805 as local bakers infuse the traditional dimpled bread with flavor.
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A Pattern of Delight
Home goods designer Carly Blumberg takes being lighthearted seriously.
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Home goods designer Carly Blumberg takes being lighthearted seriously.
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Tune into 805 Living Eats podcast, an audio adventure through the kitchens and flavors of California’s Central Coast hosted by columnist Jaime Lewis. This month’s podcast features executive chef Luca Crestinelli, owner/partner at S.Y. Kitchen in Santa Ynez.
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Coconut Craze
Local chefs take the tropical flavor to new levels in a range of recipes that call for it in multiple forms.
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Local chefs take the tropical flavor to new levels in a range of recipes that call for it in multiple forms.
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A Light Touch
Sometimes a move offers an opportunity to start fresh, to think about the activities and lifestyle that give us pleasure, and create a home to match. That’s what a Westlake Village family did when they bought a contemporary residence in their neighborhood and brought on Designs of the Interior to furnish the 7,000-square-foot space.
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Sometimes a move offers an opportunity to start fresh, to think about the activities and lifestyle that give us pleasure, and create a home to match. That’s what a Westlake Village family did when they bought a contemporary residence in their neighborhood and brought on Designs of the Interior to furnish the 7,000-square-foot space.
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Glass Classic
Glass Classic: A contemporary home design showcases mountain views, panoramas, and Santa Barbara’s indoor-outdoor-lifestyle.
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Glass Classic: A contemporary home design showcases mountain views, panoramas, and Santa Barbara’s indoor-outdoor-lifestyle.
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Next-Level Picnics
Local event designer Nicole Leza, owner of Santa Barbara Picnic Co. takes picnicking to the next level, creating memorable gatherings infused with bohemian style.
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Local event designer Nicole Leza, owner of Santa Barbara Picnic Co. takes picnicking to the next level, creating memorable gatherings infused with bohemian style.
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