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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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CONTRIBUTORS

LIVE

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ART

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Local hot spots, the season's best events, and more

Etro's floral frocks at Lotusland and summer's best trends

A new curator at UCSB, Penelope Gottlieb's paintings, and more

TOC

New spots to dine in Montecito, coffee houses, and more

90 IN ELAINE'S LANE Written by Degen Pener. Photographs by Mark Champion

102 START YOUR ENGINES By James O'Mahoney. Photographs by Dewey Nicks

120 WAVES OF EMOTION Written by Roger Durling

124 POINT BREAK Written by Scott Shrader. Photographs by Lisa Romerein

132 SB BLACK BOOK 138 PLAY

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Our top picks on where to eat and stay

The annual Old Spanish Days Fiesta is back

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PRESIDENT/EDITORIAL DIRECTOR

Jennifer Smith Hale

MAGAZINE

EXECUTIVE EDITOR

Gina Tolleson MANAGING EDITOR

Gina Z. Terlinden CREATIVE CONSULTANT

James Timmins ART PRODUCTION MANAGER

Charlotte Bryant CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Honeys / Masthead

Charles Donelan Amelia Fleetwood Jennifer Blaise Kramer Christine Lennon Dawn Moore L.D. Porter Gabe Saglie Katherine Stewart Joan Tapper

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

David Cameron Leela Cyd Andrew Durham Blue Gabor Tierney Gearon Michael Haber Brian Hodges Elizabeth Messina Nancy Neil Dewey Nicks Victoria Pearson Lisa Romerein Randall Slavin Trevor Tondro Coral von Zumwalt

INTERNS

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FROM THE EDITORIAL DIRECTOR

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Edit Letter

Jennifer Smith Hale

ON THE COVER Elaine Irwin in Carolina Herrera and Kore Swim at the Rosewood Miramar Beach.

ILLUSTATION: DAVID DOWNTON

his is my 20th anniversary of running Santa Barbara Magazine, and it’s a responsibility I don’t take lightly. This town is the jewel in the crown of California, a state that I love so much I started a magazine about it—C California Style & Culture. But before I started that publication in 2005, my first “crush” was Santa Barbara, and this magazine is my first “child.” I always thought that every issue should be a love letter to the town I was lucky enough to be raised in, and, hopefully, you’ve felt that over the years when reading through the pages. Speaking of years, time has a way of passing in a blink of an eye, and when thinking about this 20-year milestone, we realized it was time for a bit of freshening up—design wise. With a top-notch editorial team that has been in place here for more than a decade, and one of the best creative directors, James Timmins, overseeing the redesign, I knew now was the time to implement changes. With that in mind, you will see a more contemporary design that mixes the modern with a nod to the historical codes of Santa Barbara itself. What better place to celebrate the old and the new than the reopened Rosewood Miramar Beach hotel? Started in 1876, it was a beachside retreat full of legends and lore. Rick Caruso is the new owner, and he has brought it back to life in a newly reimagined way. It’s a perfect backdrop to shoot our summer fashion and cover story, which stars one of the most beautiful women in the world (inside and out)—OG Supermodel

Elaine Irwin (“In Elaine’s Lane,” page 90). When she needs a Santa Barbara fix, it is there that she retreats to. We captured the essence of the escape in this season’s sartorial resort essentials. And with the idea that what is old is new again, we also spotlight the sport of drag racing, a time-honored tradition in these parts. Vintage vehicles plus the vibrant next generation of fans makes for a fascinating mix. Photographer Dewey Nicks’s portfolio (“Start your Engines,” page 102) is an homage to the different cultures that come together on our seaside strip of Cabrillo Boulevard to celebrate their common connection. Heads up—the youthful crew of locals features upcoming star Brooke Baldwin, who joins the list of famous family members with nostalgic California ties as the daughter of Chynna Phillips and Billy Baldwin, and of course, the granddaughter of “California Dreamin’” icons Michelle and John Phillips of The Mamas & the Papas. Commonalities in our devotion to this place—with its stunning scenery and unparalleled lifestyle—is really what we are celebrating within this issue and every issue for the last 44 years. We continue to present the best in Santa Barbara’s culture, philanthropy, food, wine, sport, design, and style the way only an insider can report it. While we evolve, we honor the traditions of the past while being careful not to get stuck living in it. Santa Barbara is in the middle of its own renaissance, and we are just so grateful to be the original magazine reporting and celebrating it all—be it from the most beautiful of vantage points, the American Riviera. Happy summer and happy reading…

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J I L L J O H NS ON “So many of my favorite things culminated to make this shoot especially fun—the youthful, summertime energy the models exude, the beach, the classic hot rods, and being able to pull from my nearby boutique, Loveworn,” says the local creative who pulled together looks for “Start Your Engines” (page 102). “And watching Dewey Nicks at work was like magic.” S.B. MUST DOS Running in the morning along the coast, pier, and through the harbor. • Cioppino at Brophy Bros. • A day off at Butterfly Beach or Padaro Lane is heaven.

Contributors

MARK CHAMPION “It was exciting to be asked to shoot the cover story of the newly redesigned Santa Barbara Magazine,” says the Los Angeles-based photographer who captured Elaine Irwin’s spirit for “In Elaine’s Lane” (page 90). “Getting the chance to work with an industry icon such as Elaine was such a privilege—she was so lovely to work with. Of course I was also working with my favorite team, so it was a fun and relaxed day.” S.B. MUST DOS Stop by Lilly’s for tacos. • Spend time at any of the beaches. • Wander State Street.

DEW EY NICKS “Dream team creative James O’Mahoney and Gina Tolleson always know the best way to spend the day in Santa Barbara,” says the based photographer of “Start Your Engines” (page 102). “This was a true ‘locals only’ shoot—the models, stylist, designer, and makeup artist all live in Santa Barbara.” S.B. MUST DOS Having Kirk Miller of Miller’s Oath bespoke menswear fit me with a new suit. • The Liquor & Wine Grotto in Montecito has a great selection and knowledgeable staff. • Walking the low tide beach on Loon’s Point.

J AMES O’ MAHONEY “It was an honor to be part of recreating vintage drag racing at its birthplace—it brought that drop of oil in my blood to the top,” says the historian who contributed memorabilia and knowledge to “Start Your Engines” (page 102). “Santa Barbara is loaded with auto racing history and should take a loud bow annually.” S.B. MUST DOS “Hora Feliz” at the waterfront with my wife. • Surfing and skateboarding across the street. • Monday night with the crew—beer, blues, BBQ, and billiards. 42 s u m m e r 2 0 1 9

PHOTOGRAPHS: JILL JOHNSON, DEWEY NICKS

ALISON E D M ON D “What a gorgeous day at the Miramar with the ever beautiful Elaine Irwin, who is always a dream to work with and makes all of our jobs so easy,” says the Los Angeles-based stylist who dressed the model for “In Elaine’s Lane” (page 90). “We laughed from dawn till dusk.” S.B. MUST DOS You can find the best Indian food in California at Bibi Ji, which, coming from a Brit, is truly high praise. • I love getting the train from L.A. to Santa Barbara— beautiful views all the way. • The Ojai Valley Inn is my favorite weekend getaway—time stands still there.

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ONES

WATCH Designer Marc Jacobs tapped Summerland siblings Dylan and Dakota Fairbanks for the launch of his diffusion line THE MARC JACOBS. Hugo Scott shot the campaign, which is themed on twins.

TOP TO BOTTOM:

Bocce ball at the Miramar; the season's kick-off party. F UN K

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On a Roll Friendly competition combined with specialty cocktails and light bites...the MIRAMAR BOCCE CLUB is welcoming members into their adult bocce league (from $150 per person). All levels are welcome to enjoy the ocean view while playing twice-weekly games on Tuesday and Thursday evenings until July 25. Players can choose to participate individually, as a small group, or in teams. 1759 S. Jameson Ln., Montecito, 805900-8388, rosewoodhotels.com/en/miramar-beachmontecito. CIARA GILMORE 46 s u m m e r 2 0 1 9

Soak up the sun with WHEEL FUN RENTALS' new Moke electric vehicles. Begin your open-air journey (from $69 per hour) in the Funk Zone and take this environmentally friendly vehicle for a spin along Cabrillo Boulevard or visit local hot spots along State Street. 24 E. Mason St., Santa Barbara, 805-966-2282, wheelfunrentals.com. C.G.

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Out & About

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Out & About The cavernous space accommodates Piatt’s work, which is larger than life with provocative imagery and messages to match.

Pop Americana Wallace Piatt’s paintings of cowboys, Native Americans, and other cultural icons are on eye-popping display in his new Funk Zone gallery

ith a ceiling two stories high and what Wallace Piatt calls “Gucci/ grit style—wood and pipes up above, high-end below”—the RODEO OF THE ARTS gallery offers the perfect showcase for the artist’s monumental canvases, which he brings to life with blatantly bright colors, bold graphics, and modern minimal settings. Along with the Western portraits are cartoon characters and homages to

Andy Warhol soup cans. Piatt and his business partner, Jill Johnson, already owned Loveworn next door, which they’ve filled with vintage denim and other handpainted garb. When their surfboard-shaping neighbors moved out, Piatt creatively embraced the space. “I want people to come in and hang out,” he says, “to see art and not be afraid of it.” 11 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, 805-636-5611. JOAN TAPPER 47

WE LIVE IN PARADISE Noelle Phares's Shaman painting was inspired by local flora and historic architecture of the region. Noellephares.com.

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“My goal was to create the best country club in the world,” said Ty Warner, whose MONTECITO COUNTRY CLUB has reopened after a three-year, $75 million renovation that imbued the 101-yearold property with new elegance as well as luxe high-tech features. Rare Persian carpets cover the oak floors of the great room, which is lit by crystal chandeliers. There’s state-of-the-art technology in the fitness center, movie theater, and bowling alley; chef Jamie West’s Mediterranean cuisine in the grill; and a new ocean-view pool complex as well as sports and tennis courts. As for the golf… the Jack Nicklaus course has been redesigned to showcase the spectacular surroundings—nowhere better than on the signature par-4 10th hole with its views of the Pacific and the Santa Barbara Harbor. 920 Summit Rd., Montecito, 805-969-3216, montecitoclub1918.com. J.T.

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Out & About

TOP TO BOTTOM: The interior of Merci Montecito; Elizabeth Colling with daughters Paloma and Celeste.

Palate Pleaser

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PHOTOGRAPHS: STUDIO ARNA

p erfectly gorgeous chocolate cake, a lemon bundt, a seasonal galette…a glance at the pastry case at MERCI MONTECITO is enough to make dessert lovers swoon. But there’s more: Pastry chef and food editor Elizabeth Colling began with a tiny, oh, so popular pop-up at the Montecito Country Mart and soon moved into permanent digs there for breakfast and beverages. She has now expanded the stylish cafe’s hours to accommodate lunch and early dinner. The new menu includes fresh soups, salads, terrines, and plates served with Instagram-worthy flair. “I liked the idea of farmers market food,” she says, “clean, beautiful, with a European twist—and to go. I want this to be a place for the community, and I hope a lot of people visiting will also find us.” 1028 Coast Village Rd., Montecito, 805-2200877, mercimontecito.com. J.T.

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Polo in Paradise This summer, take in a polo match field-side at the SANTA BARBARA POLO & RACQUET CLUB while tailgating at the Pacific Coast Open final on September 1. Tailgating can be as simple as sitting on the back of a pickup truck on the field opposite the clubhouse or enjoying a more elaborate catered picnic lunch. 3300 Via Real, Carpinteria, 805-684-6683, sbpolo.com.

Indie folk band THE HEAD AND THE HEART, featuring special guest HIPPO CAMPUS, are bringing their tour through Santa Barbara on July 23.

Catch Rebel Without a Cause at the Courthouse Sunken Garden on July 19.

Rock and roll with Jack White and his musical menagerie, THE RACONTEURS, on July 27.

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Films at the Courthouse Celebrating its 10-year anniversary of FREE Summer Cinema, UCSB ARTS & LECTURES and the Santa Barbara County Office of Arts and Culture present Those Fabulous Fifties!!â&#x20AC;&#x201D;seven outdoor screenings of classic Hollywood films from July 5 through August 23. Featuring movies such as Roman Holiday and Rebel Without a Cause, the series welcomes all to throw down a blanket and reminisce about the Golden Age of American cinema at the Friday night screenings at the Courthouse Sunken Gardens. 805-8933535, artsandlectures.ucsb.edu. C.G. 52 s u m m e r 2 0 1 9

ELVIS COSTELLO & THE IMPOSTERS and BLONDIE touch down on August 7 for all the best New Wave and punk throwback jams.

PHOTOGRAPHS: SANTA BARBARA POLO & RACQUET CLUB AERIAL, CORMAC O'BRIEN PHOTOGRAPHY; 2109 SANTA BARBARA POLO MAGAZINE COVER, COURTNEY ELLZEY; FILM STILL COURTESY OF UCSB ARTS & LECTURES

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The best fests of the summer J U N E 2 1 - 2 3 Every year, the SUMMER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION draws both local and visiting participants and spectators to a lively imagination of the annual changing of the season. This year, the three-day-long festival takes place at Alameda Park with food, music, and dancing, while the annual parade featuring elaborately decorated floats saunters down State Street starting at noon on June 22. Free, 805-965-3396, solsticeparade.com. J U LY 4 The FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS display is a spectacular pyrotechnic show at the harbor that caps off Independence Day festivities. West Beach, 9 pm, free, 805-963-0611, santabarbaraca .gov/july4sb.

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J U LY 1 3 - 1 4 Year after year, the SANTA BARBARA FRENCH FESTIVAL welcomes francophiles of all ages to celebrate Bastille Day at Oak Park with authentic bites, dance performances, arts, and more. Free, 600 W. Junipero St., Santa Barbara, frenchfestival.com. J U LY 1 9 - 2 0 This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CALIFORNIA WINE FESTIVAL showcases dozens of the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier wineries and restaurants at both a reserve tasting on Friday night from 6:30 to 9 pm and a beachside fest from 1 to 4 pm on Saturday. Tickets: from $70, californiawinefestival.com. J U LY 3 1 - AU GU S T 4 The annual SANTA BARBARA GREEK FESTIVAL brings together authentic and lively sights, sounds, and flavors. Free, 600 W. Junipero St., Santa Barbara, santabarbaragreekfestival.org.

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reated from their experience with their daughter Gwendolyn—a tenacious little girl born with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) who was never satisﬁed sitting on the sidelines—Bill and Victoria Strong founded the GWENDOLYN STRONG FOUNDATION in 2009 to fund SMA research after being told there was no treatment and no cure. (Gwendolyn passed away from the disease at age 7 in 2015.) After helping to discover a treatment and cure for SMA, they have continued to focus on building what does not exist—in this case, a playground all children can enjoy. Projected to open in 2021, Gwendolyn’s Playground will be located across from the Santa Barbara Zoo at Dwight Murphy Field. In addition to the playground, there will also be a new tournament

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soccer field, baseball field, walking paths, a Kindness Garden and picnic area, sidewalks, bathrooms, and more. “We view the entire project as one entity and are helping to raise money for the entire space but have committed to fully fund the playground that has an estimated budget of $4 million,” says Victoria. “We've received nothing but positive feedback, but many funders still don't know this is happening and may not know that inclusive play is missing from our community.” The history of the Gwendolyn Strong Foundation has always been to fill in the voids, so building what does not yet exist is a natural fit,” continues Victoria, “especially because Gwendolyn was such an ambassador in bringing together children of all abilities and bonding in the universal joys of childhood fun.” Thegsf.com. C.G.

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From the beaches of Rio to Butterfly in Montecito, swimwear designer SONIA DE MELLO continues to up her game season after season. Superb fit and supple fabrics make her suits a summer must. Sodemel.com.

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BEACH BLISS Dip in to COCO CABANA SWIM SHOP at the Montecito County Mart for summer staples. Editor’s picks: The Hermosa one-piece in Vida ($135), the Pink Afternoon Sail trunk ($85), and the Daniel beach towel ($95). 1028 Coast Village Rd., Ste. 1026A, Montecito, ilovecococabana.com.

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Boho Oasis Coast Village Road has a new neighbor with the recent addition of the two-story JOHNNY WAS boutique. Known for its colorful, ethnic, embroidered tunics and dresses, this season’s wish list is full of ﬂowy ﬂoral pants (the Farrah pant, $250), bold prints (the Seido dress, $448), and vintage-inspired kimonos (the Blati, $378). 1159 Coast Village Rd., Montecito, 805-979-2820, johnnywas.com. 60 s u m m e r 2 0 1 9

Settling into the Funk Zone, SEAVEES sneakers recently opened its first flagship store. The brand marked its latest launch with a limited-edition sneaker that’s hand numbered and dated with the day you take them home (one pair per customer). Along with the complete assortment of footwear, SeaVees offers a selection of tote bags, Ts, and shorts for the typical SoCal resident. 24 Mason St., Santa Barbara, 805-774-1964, seavees.com. C.G.

PHOTOGRAPHS: JOHNNY WAS, BARON SPAFFORD; COCO CABANA, CHRISTY GUTZEIT

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Popping up at the Montecito Country Mart, luxury baby and children’s wear boutique POPPY MARCHÉ is bringing South of France resort-inspired clothing to Santa Barbara. Focusing on all things summer at their third location, owners Heather Whitney Rosenﬁeld and Jenny Belushi have curated a collection of high-quality international brands to complement their European aesthetic. With fashion ranging from everyday play clothes to fun party attire, this redesigned space also features vacation essentials such as swimwear, sandals, hats, pool toys, and more. 1014 Coast Village Rd., Montecito, 805-845-4026. poppystores.com. CIARA GILMORE

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Memoirs of a Garden Italian fashion powerhouse Etro is the partner sponsor for this year’s Lotusland Celebrates Gala

PHOTOGRAPHS: ETRO TRUNK SHOW, CHRISTY GUTZEIT

match made in a botanical heaven... Etro’s colorful and bohemian silk designs meets the artistry of the recently renovated Japanese Garden. In May, Etro and the LOTUSLAND gala committee hosted a trunk show previewing the collection, and proceeds benefited the garden’s ongoing restoration efforts. “We are proud to have Etro as our premier partner sponsor for this year’s Lotusland Celebrates Memoirs of a Garden,” says Setenay Osman, event cochair. “Their prestigious collection is the perfect fit to what Lotusland embodies—an exquisitely designed exotic garden that exudes horticultural passion and vibrant colors throughout.” 805-969-9990, lotusland.org.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: A trunk show moment; a look from the Spring/ Summer 2019 runway show; Etro set up temporary shop at Nati Smith’s Montecito residence.

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TOP TO BOTTOM: Shell and faux pearl earrings, $153, Etro; gala cochairs Setenay Osman, Belle Hahn, and Nati Smith.

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WATCH Polo player, professional model, and Instagram It girl Zinta Braukis strikes a pose at Cancha de Estrellas WHO Zinta Braukis, often called “Z” by family and friends. WHAT Working as a professional model by day

with brands such as Ralph Lauren and Lucchese, Braukis—who has been playing polo since the age of 14—is at her happiest in the saddle with her horses in Los Angeles and Indio.

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DOUBLE DUTY Dubbed the equine Instagram It girl, @zintapolo has more than 80,000 followers and is in demand for her lifestyle posts of horses and polo. TRIPLE THREAT Athletic, adventurous, and

adrenaline seeking, Z recently earned her helicopter pilot license.

PASSION PROJECT “As with people, each

horse’s personality is unique. It is truly a special relationship that develops. I teach them to trust me and that mutual respect is possible. It is an immense joy to see them flourish as a result— both in their personality and as an athlete.”

WORDS TO PLAY BY “To paraphrase

Alexander the Great (one of the first polo players in history), ‘The world is the ball, I am the mallet!’”

Zinta Braukis in a

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PHOTOGRAPH: COURTNEY ELLZEY

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Ways of Seeing Barbara Parmet’s photographs challenge the way we look at the world

PHOTOGRAPHS: BARBARA PARMET

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uman nature is basically the theme of all of my work,” says artist BARBARA PARMET, which makes sense when you consider she started as a photojournalist in her native Missouri. Newspaper work brought her (permanently) to Santa Barbara in 1979, but, ultimately, she concluded journalism “couldn’t go deep enough for what I wanted to do or say.” But photography remains at the core of Parmet’s work to this day. She’s a fearless explorer and true autodidact. Parmet has worked with pin-hole cameras, vintage large-format cameras, and the latest in digital technology. She’s adept at layering images, and her work can appear haunting and mysterious. Her insatiable curiosity mandates that her methodology will never be static. As she says, “I can’t do the same thing over again, technically.” Her most recent work—a piece featuring 47 cyanotypes (a photographic printing process that produces cyan-blue images) sewn together depicting a nearly life-sized image of a dragon tree (Dracaena draco) from West Alameda Park— is on display at the Arts Fund Gallery through July 5. Parmet’s art resides in private collections, the Westmont College Art Collection, and the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Barbaraparmet .com. L.D. PORTER

Her insatiable curiosity mandates that her methodology will never be static.

TOP TO BOTTOM: Leap , solar plate etching, 18 x 24 in.; Levitation , inkjet print, 24 x 30 in.;

Dragon Tree (2019) , 47 cyanotypes sewn on muslin, 10 x 10 ft.

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Earthly Delights The Garden of Earthly Delights (c. 1495-1505)— Hieronymus Bosch’s iconic triptych depicting cavorting humans, exotic creatures, and oversize fruit—has amazed and amused viewers for centuries. Contemporary artist ROBERTO BENAVIDEZ has turned his admiration for the medieval masterpiece into sculpture: lifesize paper piñatas based on Bosch’s fantastical animals. His first museum show—at UCSB’s Art, Design & Architecture Museum from July 13 through September 1—features more than 20 of these exquisite creations. Originally from Texas, where piñatas were a part of his youth, Benavidez identifies with the art form’s origin. “The piñata’s history is very multicultural,” he has says. “In my mind, it’s a reflection of me.” Robertobenavidez.com. L.D.P.

TOP TO BOTTOM:

Colocasia esculenta (2019), 60 x 40 in.; Rosa rugosa (2018), 37.5 x 25 in. (both acrylic and ink over John James Audubon prints).

Benavidez's Bosch Beasts No. 1, 2, 3 & 4 (2017) , mixed media, various sizes ranging from 24 to 71 in.

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The work of Santa Barbara artist PENELOPE GOTTLIEB combines a colorful visual punch with a powerful message about the precarious state of Mother Earth. For several years, she has been “invading” ornithological prints by American naturalist John James Audubon, adding hand-painted invasive plants and other symbols of endangered flora and fauna, thereby interjecting her contemporary views on the state of nature and creating an important dialogue surrounding our planet’s uncertain future. Gottlieb recently completed a large mural at UC Santa Barbara’s Art, Design & Architecture Museum depicting extinct plants, including a now-vanished plant from the nearby Channel Islands. The public is invited to attend the mural’s formal unveiling on August 8 at 5:30 pm. Long represented by blue chip gallery Heather James Fine Art (which recently opened a location in Montecito), Gottlieb’s work is widely collected and exhibited. Penelopegottlieb.com. L.D.P.

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PHOTOGRAPH: BOSCH BEASTS, ROBERTO BENAVIDEZ

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hose outside the architecture world may be surprised to learn that UCSB’s Art, Design & Architecture Museum boasts the largest collection of architecture drawings in North America. That’s something SILVIA PEREA, the newly appointed curator of the museum’s architecture and design collection, would like the rest of the world to know. “One of the priorities I have is to grow not only our holdings but our accessibility,” she says. “We have an extra-large collection for such a small museum.” To that end, Perea is helping the museum develop and build a new Collection Preservation and Research Center aided by a challenge grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. She’s also committed to growing the collection based on a new understanding of architecture as a very broad practice. “That means we’re interested in collecting industrial design and different expressions of engineering, among others,” she says. Perea is certainly suited for these tasks. Armed with an architecture degree and a PhD from the Polytechnic University of Madrid (where she grew up), Perea completed postgraduate degree work at Columbia and Harvard, speaks four languages (French, Portuguese, English, and Spanish), and has curated dozens of exhibitions and contributed many essays to leading architecture journals. For her first exhibition (running from July 13 through September 1; the opening reception is July 26 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm), Perea has invited local artist Mary Heebner to feature her work with selections from the museum’s architecture collection, and asked local architect Jeff Shelton to pair his work with holdings from the museum’s fine art collection. 805-893-2951, museum.ucsb.edu. L.D.P.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT: Portrait of Silvia Perea; Walter S. White, First Assembly of God Church, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 1969-1979; Cliff May, Ewin Philbin Jr. House, Woodside, California, ca. 1959.

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PHOTOGRAPHS: HELENE HENDERSON, MARTIN LOF

ith a vibe as fresh and inviting as a summer breeze, MALIBU FARM has brought its field-to-table cuisine to the Rosewood Miramar Beach hotel. In keeping with the philosophy of Malibu Farm’s founder Helene Henderson, the kitchen emphasizes ingredients from local purveyors, and the dishes are simply prepared with no secret ingredients. The menu features shared bites, plantbased dishes, healthy and specialty beverages, and innovative takes on classics. You can start the day with Swedish mini crepe-style pancakes—a tribute to Henderson’s heritage—or finish dinner with angel food cake with marinated berries. What could be more heavenly? 1759 S. Jameson Ln., Montecito, 805-900-8388, rosewoodhotels.com/en/miramar-beachmontecito/dining/Malibu-Farm-at-Miramar. JOAN TAPPER 79

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The newest addition to the Hotel Californian, MARGERUM WINE COMPANY has opened its new tasting room featuring Sybarite Sauvignon Blanc, UBER Syrah, Riviera Rosé, the flagship M5, the M5 White, and Amaro— something for everyone. 19 Mason St., Santa Barbara, 805-845-8435, margerumwines.com.

LOVE LORI STERN is sharing the secrets to her must-have summer citrus menu in her first self-published cookbook, Citri ($28). Known for her eye-popping presentation and ecofriendly conservation practices, the private chef and caterer is bringing 25 original citrus recipes to your kitchen, guaranteed to satisfy both the pallet and the eye. Highlighting the variety and versatility of citrus, the cookbook features breads, cakes, snacks, drinks, entrées, and more. Recipes include vegan, gluten-free, and paleo options as well. Loriastern.com. CIARA GILMORE 80 s u m m e r 2 0 1 9

Ramón Velazquez, chef and owner of Corazón Cocina, 805-845-0282, corazoncocinasb.com, in the Santa Barbara Public Market has teamed up with Preston Angell and Matt Minkus of local Goleta brewery Captain Fatty’s, captainfattys.com, to bring their high-quality food and beer to THE PROJECT— CORAZÓN COCINA AND TAP ROOM in the Funk Zone. Slated to open July 1, the communal space will have TVs, a shared patio, and an upbeat, bright atmosphere in which to enjoy their eclectic collection of well-made beer, agave-based cocktails, and inventive Mexican fare. 214 State St., Santa Barbara.

PHOTOGRAPHS: BIBI JI, JESSYLYNN PERKINS, COURTESY OF VISIT; THE PROJECT, COURTESY OF CAPTAIN FATTY’S

Through September 30, head to BIBI JI for a special weekend brunch of executive chef Gary Singh's innovative dishes such as uni toast, breakfast kati rolls, ceviche, and lamb curry chilaquiles. 734 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-5606845, bibijisb.com.

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BE SEEN Sipping at DJINN, the new bespoke cocktail lounge at the Hotel Californian. Mixologist Devon Espinosa's creative concoctions run the gamut from a tequila-based Midnight in Morocco with violette, orgeat, lime liqueur, and firewater bitters to a sweeter Just Chai Me with Lairds apple jack, Rittenhouse rye, and chai syrup. Check out the HOWL @ Djinn cocktail series that takes place on the full moon every month. 36 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-882-0100, hotelcalifornian.com.

A Midnight in Morocco at the new Funk Zone sip stop, Djinn.

Glass House's NOLA Tiki—a riff on a Sazerac—garnished with freeze-dried dragon fruit.

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MODERN Classics Environmentally sustainable drinks mixed with a vintage modern setting, GLASS HOUSE COCKTAIL GARDEN created the perfect cocktail venue for a night out. Reserve a spot on the comfy couches at this downtown hot spot and try the gin-based specialty Wascally Wabbit or rum-infused Prickle My Fancy. 628 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-618-1894, glasshousecocktails .com. C.G.

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Collaborating with Cuban restaurant Cubaneo, newly opened SHAKER MILL is tweaking classic cocktail recipes for the perfect craft drink. Sip on a Cuba Libre (house-spiced rum, kola, ginger, 151 rum, lime) and bite into a traditional sandwich while enjoying a slice of Havana in our very own Santa Barbara. Natural wines and local beers/cider are also available. 418 State St., Santa Barbara, shakermillsb.com. C.G.

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By the Glass, by the Shell Sip on luxury with Dom Pérignon by the Shell at the FOUR SEASONS RESORT BILTMORE. Enjoy tableside oyster service while previewing the new summertime experience of the 2006 vintage by the glass. 1260 Channel Dr., Montecito, 805-969-2261, fourseasons.com/santabarbara. C.G.

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MENU Morro Bay oyster with caviar, puffed rice, aerated nigori sake foam Bluefin tuna tartare, ponzu, soy, avocado mousse, scallion, ikura Yellowtail, sweet corn pudding, wasabi, sourdough breadcrumbs O-toro brushed with ohishi sherry cask whisky, pineapple, brown sugar, wasabi, soy Purple Peruvian scallop, leche de tigre, Bali salt

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: The intimate 10-seat bar; the rotating seasonal menu; Spanish bluefin chu-toro with Italian sturgeon caviar, house-made soy sauce, fresh wasabi, and sliced scallions.

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A True Catch Chef Lennon Lee brings his version of omakase to the Montecito Inn

ot your traditional omakase, SUSHI|BAR, is a new reservation-only concept located in the Montecito Inn and helmed by chef Lennon Lee. Each inventive nigiri creation is consumed by hand during an interactive dinner with optional beverage pairings. Reminiscent of Japanese sushi bars from the 1930s, the intimate 10-seat honeyed oak bar offers a 17-course option ($110) as well as a 9-course dinner option ($65) at two or three designated seatings each night. (The Los Angeles outpost of the same name recently received a recommendation in the Michelin Guide.) The menu changes often to showcase the abundance of local seafood in addition to twiceweekly deliveries from Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo for seasonal Japanese fish. 1295 Coast Village Rd., Montecito, 818-876-0818, sushibarmontecito.com.

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Nori-wrapped albacore, roasted garlic, ponzu, crispy onions, scallion Chu-toro, wasabi, soy, caviar, scallion Ridgeback chermoula, matcha green tea salt, lemon, ponzu, soy Seared akami, pickled wasabi stem, soy Ora king salmon, pickled wasabi stem, lemon, soy Escolar, wasabi, soy, salmon roe, scallion Bone marrow, soy, wasabi, Bali salt Uni, black truffle, freeze dried uni White chocolate matcha shell, black sesame shortbread cookie, kaffir lime ice cream Green tea ceremony

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Cajé’s coffee cocktails; Caffe Luxxe at the Montecito Country Mart; Handlebar’s new outpost in Goleta.

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est friends Mark Wain and Gary Chau have fulfilled their childhood dream by opening up a new neighborhood coffee shop CAFFE LUXXE, 310-3942222, caffeluxxe.com, at the Montecito Country Mart. Their passion for European blends, cafe culture, and the art of coffee preparation have inspired the duo to share their love of Italy with the Santa Barbara community. Isla Vista’s favorite coffee shop for the past 14 years, CAJÉ, 805-699-5033, caje.coffee, is now making its mark downtown at The Mill. Owner Ryan Patronyk reveals that Cajé’s eco-friendly spot (the company does not offer single-use cups but rather reusable mugs that are reimbursed for upon return) is now providing customers with a bespoke experience by offering a hidden bar as well as an innovative menu of drinks presented and assembled in a style similar to craft cocktails. One of the most popular brews is Burnout—a breve latte with a bourbon-pecan syrup, infused with activatedcharcoal, garnished with a torched blackberry

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and candied ginger, and served in a coupe glass with a ginger-sea salt rim. Located inside of the Funk Zone’s popular Tyger Tyger and Monkey Shine, DART COFFEE CO., 805-452-6127, dartcoffeeco.com, offers out-of-this-world drip coffees, pulled-shot specialty drinks, natural teas, and an array of freshly baked goods. One of Santa Barbara’s favorite coffee companies has made its way to Goleta with its third location. HANDLEBAR COFFEE ROASTERS, 719-2013931, handlebarcoffee.com, focuses on roasting some of the best beans each morning, providing customers with steamy concoctions as well as a plethora of pastries to go with the brews. The new independent LIGHTHOUSE COFFEE, 805770-3911, lighthouse-coffee-coffee-shop.business .site, has given the Mesa a serious upgrade. It’s traditional yet delicious menu offers breakfast items such as avocado toast, pastries, lox bagels, and even to their refreshing and tasty take on açaí bowls as well as an array of specialty coffees. SKYLAR SORKIN

PHOTOGRAPHS: CAFFE LUXXE, ALICIA CHO; HANDLEBAR, KIABAD MEZA

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In Elaine's Lane Since moving to California six years ago, iconic model and mom of three Elaine Irwin has made Santa Barbara—now including the Rosewood Miramar Beach—one of her favorite getaways

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Johnny Was kimono and scarf, Cocoon LA jacket and pants. Jewelry throughout, stylist's own. Makeup: Gina Brooke for Intraceuticals. Hair: Pete Lamden.

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Maje dress. OPPOSITE: Bottega Veneta sweater, skirt, and sandals; Jacques Marie Mage sunglasses.

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Sandro shirt and top, Kore Swim bottom, Jacques Marie Mage sunglasses.

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Gucci dress and cross-body bag, Jimmy Choo green boots. OPPOSITE: Christian Dior cardigan and T-shirt, Kore Swim bottom, Jacques Marie Mage sunglasses.

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Lisa Marie Fernandez dress and Miron Crosby boots. OPPOSITE: MaxMara jacket and pants; Lisa Marie Fernandez top; slides, stylists own.

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laine Irwin first visited Santa Barbara in the 1990s. This was back in the day, the superstar model recalls, “when we did these long photo shoots. I stayed here for about three weeks, and since then, I’ve always had a great place in my heart for Santa Barbara.” That was also in the era when models— as opposed to celebrities—still regularly graced the cover of Vogue magazine. In 1989 and 1990, Irwin garnered three solo covers, her first one shot by the legendary Irving Penn, proclaiming the then-19-year-old Pennsylvania-born beauty “All-American!” Within three years, the 5’11” model, who went on to become the face of Almay and Ralph Lauren, married singer John Mellencamp and moved to the heartland, living in Bloomington, Indiana, for more than a decade and a half. Today, she’s a Californian through and through. “I’m the biggest fan of California,” says Irwin, who lives in Venice with her husband of seven years, media entrepreneur Jay Penske (owner of Variety, WWD, and Rolling Stone) and their 6-year-old daughter. “The quality of life is so good,” she says, adding, “I do not miss scraping ice from my windows—just to think of it makes me shudder.” Among her favorite places to visit is Santa Barbara. “It’s such a beautiful town,” says Irwin, who recently celebrated Mother’s Day with her mother and her daughter at the Rosewood Miramar Beach. Her daughter loves exploring the children’s science discovery center MOXI, visiting the zoo, and walking on the pier. “Santa Barbara is just far enough away from Los Angeles that you feel you’ve really gotten away.” Her local friend circle includes jewelry designer Sheryl Lowe, who recently shot Irwin for a fall ad for her collection. Why she chose her for her Santa Barbara-based line? “Elaine is the epitome of a timeless beauty in every way. She is a role-model mother, wife, and friend,” Lowe says. Her biggest focus is striking the right balance as a mother. Taking a break from social media since last December has helped immensely. “I have so much more time with my day. It’s very liberating,” says Irwin, who has two sons from her first marriage—25-year-old Hud Mellencamp lives in L.A. and works for a video technology company; 24-year-old Speck just graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design. Meanwhile, her daughter just graduated from kindergarten. “I had no idea how much fun it would be to have a girl,” says Irwin. “It’s good to have things that you do outside of your home, and it’s good to have a lot of investment in how you raise your kids. I’m really trying to spend time and enjoy my little one. I love that part of my life.” •

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Maje jumpsuit, Miron Crosby boots, Jacques Marie Mage sunglasses.

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Start Your Engines Santa Barbara celebrated 71 years of DRAG RACing history with The Race of Gentlemen, a landmark event along Cabrillo Boulevard. Paying homage to the beginnings of the sport, T.R.O.G. is a “gathering of the tribe” of early 20th-century drag racing enthusiasts getting loud and proud with a lot of horsepower

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PH OT OGRA P HY B Y DE W E Y N I C KS BY JA M E S O ’M A H O N E Y A ND GINA T O L L E S O N S T Y LE D BY JI L L J O H N S O N

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LEFT TO RIGHT: Steven Vega, Asher Reeve, Aiyanna Adame, Asher Antoine, Charly Goldstein, Brooke Baldwin, Anabel Goldstein, Luca Weisenthal on Cabrillo Boulevard for The Race of Gentlemen Santa Barbara Drags. Hot rod surfboard "Surf Rat" all aluminum, Ford flathead V8, Stromberg 97 carbs, Moon gas pedal. All clothing by Loveworn and Seavees. Makeup: Tomiko Taft. Hair: Rena Calhoun/ Starworks Artists.

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Standard carburetors for '50s hot rodsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Stromberg 97sâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the more you have, the faster you go. Here, six of a kind...beats a pair.

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Feature - Drag Racing California Dreamer WHO Brooke Baldwin, 14 STARTING LINE UP Incoming freshman at the M.A.D. Academy at Santa Barbara High School, daughter of Chynna Phillips and Billy Baldwin, niece of Alec, cousin of Hailey, granddaughter of The Mamas and the Papa’s Michelle and John Phillips. WATCH FOR The apple not falling far from the tree as she plans on a career in the entertainment industry. “I’ve never been interested in anything else, as my parents are such role models to me. Since the moment I could walk, I wanted to dance. Since the moment I learned how to talk, I wanted to sing. It’s always something I’ve been drawn to and plan to pursue in the future.” DREAM CAR A white Jeep just like my sister, Jameson. I’ve always admired and looked up to her. #iliveinparadise Growing up in the 805 around the warm sunshine, mountains, and ocean has made me the person I am today. I have learned to appreciate the outdoors and realize how much of a blessing it is to live in such a beautiful place.

Grabbing everyone's attention, this iconic '57 Buick takes the term "dutched" to the limitâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;its paint, pinstripes, flames, and lake pipes make it just plain bad-ass.

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Van Stultz hits the strip between races. OPPOSITE: Aiyanna Adame sits on the sidelines.

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this radical custom car was a crowed pleaser. Looks as if it started as a Corvette and morphed into an orange Jetson mobile. OPPOSITE: Brooke Baldwin in Loveworn.

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Aiyanna Adame, Steven Vega, Asher Reeve, and Asher Antoine are downtown skatemates known for wheels and speed at Skaterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Point and hanging out on Helena Avenue at the Lighthouse Skateshop.

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TOP TO BOTTOM: Luca Tolleson in the Pit; this mint "Tub" is sporting huge horsepower—a Chrysler "Hemi"—and the guy racing it on the motorcycle knows it.

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Anabel and Charly Goldstein at Chase Palm Park. OPPOSITE: Hot rod surfboard pulled by Tiago Tolleson riding a 1950 Schwinn DX. Rasta sweater by Rocio G.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: "Look at me... No, look at me!" This candy apple custom car is sporting chrome wires, lake pipes, and a great smile; original poster from 1953; more sleds with a gold '58 Chevy looking a little tall; this year's event poster for The Santa Barbara Drags; iconic hot rod car club plaques. OPPOSITE:

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T.R.O.G founder Mel Stultz with his son Van, and the Harley-Davidson crew.

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Mike and Mimi deGruy getting the upper angle of sting rays mating in the Sea of Cortez.

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Waves of Emotion Diving Deep: The Life and Times of Mike deGruy is the portrait of an incredible man—his legacy as an artist and storyteller, and his inspirational mission for protecting the oceans

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hat’s important for me is to share Mike’s sense of wonder and joy,” says filmmaker Mimi deGruy about her documentary Diving Deep: The Life and Times of Mike deGruy. “I want people to be able to access that wonder and joy in themselves.” For some of us in Santa Barbara, the world crumbled in February 2012 when Mike deGruy—renowned underwater summer2019

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Mike diving into the Pacific Ocean wearing the Newtsuit; Mimi and Mike in the Bahamas; filming on the Ross Ice Shelf in Antarctica. OPPOSITE, TOP TO BOTTOM: Filming elephant seals in California; Mike—protected by a chain mail suit, Kevlar plates, and behind a plexiglass shield—in Enewetak (Marshall Islands) trying to elicit a gray reef shark posture (the warning behavior that precedes an attack).

“To deep dive into the oceans and into our own personal relationships requires courage and faith. It’s important to do that before it’s too late.” (much of it shot by deGruy himself), and it also succeeds as a touching personal reminiscence and as an understated but effective environmental manifesto.” After Santa Barbara and Montecito’s last turbulent year, I was inspired by Mimi’s buoyancy, and I strongly felt that her film would be the perfect way to start this past year’s Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Mike deGruy had been the person who had encouraged me to take the reins of our film festival. A Montecito resident, Mike had told me that we needed to make arts education the heart of the festival’s vision, and he pioneered Field Trip to the Movies, where more than 4,000 students from Title 1 schools attend master classes on filmmaking at the Arlington Theatre. The way Mike influenced me is not unique. He affected everyone he met. At first glance, Diving Deep: The Life and Times of Mike deGruy is the portrait of an incredible man—his legacy as an artist and storyteller, and his inspirational mission for protecting the oceans. Yet what I find most compelling is Mimi deGruy’s trajectory. She has found in her pain a way to dig into her husband’s work, into their shared memories, and into their personal relationship to create an artistic testament to the power of resilience, passion, stubbornness, and fearlessness. “To deep dive into the oceans and into our own personal relationships requires courage and faith,” Mimi reflects. “It’s important to do that before it’s too late.” Mimi’s film about her husband is emblematic of our town’s journey—a phoenix rising from the ashes. •

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cinematographer, documentarian, and environmentalist died in a tragic helicopter crash. Mimi—a filmmaker in her own right—spent the last seven years in an editing room going through her husband’s three decades of award-winning footage exploring the oceans. The Hollywood Reporter reviewed the film saying, “The movie turns out to be more than a hometown event. It is a beautifully filmed documentary with some amazing underwater footage 122 s u m m e r 2 0 1 9

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Alexandra Vorbeck with landscape designer Scott Shrader and guests often take advantage of the local logs and other items washed up to the beach to create perfect backrests for seating.

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lexandra Vorbeck loves transforming properties as much as—maybe even more than—I do. She is always looking for another challenge. When she found this beach house property north of Los Angeles, she could not resist. The entire property was in very sad shape. The county had recently condemned the house—relocated from Carpinteria in the 1960s—which had been built on sand without any footings or

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foundations and added on to haphazardly over the years. The existing gardens included only one semi-functional outdoor space, a pagoda. A sunken pond occupied the actual sweet spot for commanding the view, a long vista to one of California’s great surf breaks. But the location— just a short walk from the beachfront, and next to a tidal lagoon—was perfection. Vorbeck imagined turning it into her own private Idaho of a retreat to share with family and friends: the ultimate, California-casual getaway, suited to a dress code of T-shirt, shorts, and flip-flops. To be here is to want to interact with the water, air, and views, day and night, from all points on the property. To make that possible we used materials that bring the feeling of the

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The view to Rincon Point. OPPOSITE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: The perfect way to enjoy a meal with family and friends; by creaing exterior rooms, guests often find themselves outdoors rather than inside; lobster and corn is grilled over local wood washed up on the beach.

shore right up to the threshold of the house and visually extend the experience of the living spaces to the beach and water beyond. In order to give direction to the large gestures and small details of our redesign, I developed a story of a tsunami landing on the house. When it passed, it left the house engulfed in an almost accidental landscape of randomly scattered boulders (in a practical touch, these serve as impromptu seating), drifts of sand, and an assemblage of boardwalks that tie the house and gardens together. Working with architect CJ Poane, we opened up the interior of the house with axial views, focal points, and moments that reflect the ocean, and we planked the walls and ceilings (picking up the boardwalk theme) to create easy, breezy, light-filled rooms visibly in synch with the surroundings. Beyond the walls, we casually integrated environments conducive to lounging, casual dining, conversation, and just hanging out—a fire pit, an easy area for four to six to share a meal, play cards, or shuck oysters; a larger lounge area for bigger groups, plus, of course, the numerous boulders that offer incidental places to sit or put down a drink. Since we wanted a random effect, it did not make sense to plot every single plant and every single position obsessively. We knew the plant palette had to consist of droughttolerant salt-lovers native to California. We knew we would create an arbor of fig trees off Vorbeck's master bedroom and find a worthy specimen—which turned out to be a strawberry guava—to commemorate the birth of her first granddaughter. I sketched in the boardwalks with a can of spray paint. We figured out the basic structure for the landscape. With four large trees—including a spectacular, mature Monterey cypress—still standing proud, we began to shape our vision with the understory, arranging Metrosideros to grow into a handclipped screen around the property’s perimeter. Interspersed are 15 additional Monterey cypress trees intended to add, eventually, impressive tall shafts of green. While the house and garden were still in construction, Vorbeck held a “naming” party to select a moniker for the house. The unanimous favorite? The Sandbox. We have now guided The Sandbox through the process of becoming for more than five years. As it continues to mature over the next 30 or 40 years, my hope is that it will be demonstrated that we’ve planned well for its future—and that, with care, it will only continue to grow more and more into its best self. •

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TOP TO BOTTOM: The house accent color was to mimic the ocean color on a slightly hazy morning. The gravel driveway helps reflect the casual nature the client wanted for this special beach house; a tree trunk was used as the coffee table, and boulders were positioned in such a way to provide random seating in the front garden. Here, Jack and his sidekick Diego Sanchez take a moment before heading off to the beach.

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S.B. BLACK BOOK RESTAURANTS ARIG AT O S U SHI 1225 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-965-6074, arigatosb.com. Arigato (“thank you” in Japanese) to the owners of this superb State Street sushi restaurant. BARBARE Ñ O 205 W. Canon Perdido St., Santa Barbara, 805-963-9591, barbareno.com. This California-style bistro celebrates its surroundings through its decor, menu, and name, which is derived from one of the extinct Chumash languages spoken in the Santa Barbara area.

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B L A C K B IRD 36 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-882-0135, thehotelcalifornian.com. This classic-meets-contemporary restaurant located inside the Hotel Californian encompasses incredible Mediterranean-influenced dishes with a large emphasis on Santa Barbara-sourced ingredients. B L UE WATER GRIL L 15 E. Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara, 805-845-5121, bluewatergrill.com. This familyfriendly restaurant located at the waterfront serves pristine quality seafood that is sustainably caught and prepared classically or with a modern twist.

CAVA 1212 Coast Village Rd., Montecito, 805-969-8500, cavarestaurant.com. Sip on sangria and enjoy a chile relleno or any of the many nuevo Latino-influenced recipes served at Cava. CHU CK’ S OF HAWAII 3888 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-687-4417, chucksofhawaii.com. Since 1967, locals have loved this family-friendly steak house for its solid salad bar and simple menu printed on the side of sherry bottles. COL D S P RING TAV ERN 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-9670066, coldspringtavern.com. Tucked into the trees off scenic Highway 154, this historic stagecoach stop is a rustic spot that offers live music, authentic barbecue, and traditional Western fare. CONV IV O 901 E. Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara, 805-845-6789, convivorestaurant.com. Located in the Santa Barbara Inn, Convivo, which means “to come together” in Italian, focuses on the idea of sharing plates with your friends and family. Woodfired pizza, handmade pasta, fresh inventive salads, and a wide variety of Santa Barbara seafood are just a few things you can find here. Be sure to try the happy hour, one of the best in town.

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BIB I JI 734 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-560-6845, bibijisb.com. Bibi Ji, a Hindi term that offers respect to the mothers and grandmothers of India, embraces that country’s traditions of hospitality along with local seafood and produce. BLA C K S HE E P RE STA UR A N T 26 E. Ortega St., Santa Barbara, 805-9651113, theblacksheepsb.com. At this lively and intimate dinner destination with an innovative menu, the ramen is a fan favorite. 132 s u m m e r 2 0 1 9

B R O P H Y BROS . 119 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, 805-966-4418, brophybros.com. Locals and tourists flock to the harbor for sturdy cocktails, fish ‘n’ chips, grilled seafood, and great chowder. C A’ D A R I O various locations, 805-8849419, cadariorestaurants.com. Dario Furlati’s five charming spots offer true northern Italian dishes. C A R L I T O S CAF E Y CANT INA 1324 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-9627117, carlitos.com. Enjoy refreshing margaritas and sophisticated Mexican food at this casual patio restaurant right across the street from the Arlington Theatre.

D’ ANGEL O’ S BREAD 25 W. Gutierrez St., Santa Barbara, 805-962-5466, dangelobread.com. Hit this relaxing European-style breakfast/lunch spot for fresh pastries, housemade bread, poached eggs, and more. EMP T Y BOW L GOU RMET NOO DLE BAR 38 W. Victoria St., Santa Barbara, 805-335-2426, emptybowlnoodle .com. Located in the Santa Barbara Public Market and with a new sister restaurant, Khao Kaeng, located on Coast Village Road, this busy Thai spot offers made-to-order salads, noodle dishes, and more. F INCH & F ORK 31 W. Carrillo St., Santa Barbara, 805-879-9100, finchandforkrestaurant.com. This

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BETT IN A 1014 Coast Village Rd., Montecito, 805-770-2383, bettinapizzeria.com. This cozy neighborhood restaurant is known for serving natural Neapolitan-style pizza made with fresh, organic local ingredients.

T H E B OAT HOU S E AT HENDRY’ S B EA C H 2981 Cliff Dr., Santa Barbara, 805-898-2628, boathousesb.com. Head to Hendry’s Beach to dine on fresh seafood while watching the waves crash on the shore.

restaurant has fun with modern comfort food such as fried chicken sandwiches, kale salad, and deviled eggs with carefully crafted cocktails and wine. THE FOOD L IAIS ON 1033 Casitas Pass Rd., Carpinteria, 805-200-3030, thefoodliaison.com. Known for its catering, The Food Liaison’s lunch counter offers packaged to-go foods, including open-faced sandwiches, soups, snacks, salads, and exceptional daily specials.

L U CKY P ENNY 127 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, 805-284-0358, luckypennysb .com. This hip walk-up cafe offers options from frosé and coffee to wood-fired pizzas and scrumptious salads to enjoy at the picnic tables on the patio.

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L U RE F IS H HOU S E 3815 State St., Ste. G 131, Santa Barbara, 805-618-1816, lurefishhouse.com. This restaurant’s menu reflects the fresh local (and sustainable) catch. Don’t miss the allday happy hour menu on Sundays.

HELE N A AV E N U E BA K ERY 131 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, 805-8803383, helenaavenuebakery.com. Serving assorted bagels, croissants, and seasonal treats, this bakery offers both indoor and outdoor seating with a comfortable atmosphere. HON OR BAR 1255 Coast Village Rd., Montecito, 805-969-6964, honorbar.com. Honor Bar is known for its small size that contrasts with its big spirit and incredible dishes—the crispy chicken sandwich is a local favorite.

L U CKY’ S 1279 Coast Village Rd., Montecito, 805-565-7540, luckyssteakhouse.com. Enjoy filet mignon, seafood, and great wine at this firstrate steak house.

MES A V ERDE 1919 Cliff Dr., Santa Barbara, 805-963-4474, mesaverderestaurant.com. A fresh take on vegetarian cuisine with inventive and modern plant-based dishes— try the popular rajas tacos with black beans, smoked veggies, and all the fixin’s.

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JA N E 1311 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-962-1311; 6940 Marketplace Dr., Goleta, 805-770-5388, janesb.com. These family-owned restaurants offer a variety of gourmet comfort food and delicious salad bowls. K AN AL OA S E AFOOD 715 Chapala St., Santa Barbara, 805-966-5159, kanaloaseafood.com. This fish house is best known for the mouth-watering fried calamari appetizers, crispy fish tacos, and savory ahi poke bowls. THE LARK 131 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, 805-284-0370, thelarksb .com. Named for the sleek overnight Pullman train of the Southern Pacific Railroad that serviced Santa Barbara from 1910 to 1968, this Funk Zone destination boasts a delicious, seasonally influenced menu of family-style dishes. LO QU ITA 202 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-880-3380, loquitasb.com. This traditional Spanish-style restaurant features popular tapas such as

patatas bravas, tortilla Española, and a variety of paellas.

L O S A G AV ES 600 N. Milpas St., Santa Barbara, 805-564-2626; 2911 De la Vina St., Santa Barbara, 805-682-2600; 7024 Marketplace Dr., Goleta, 805-9684000, los-agaves.com. This is a local favorite for its modern Mexican dishes—the chiles norteños (poblano chiles stuffed with shimp, cheese, and topped with chipotle sauce) are a favorite. Enjoy fresh salsas with warm chips while you wait. L O S A R R OYOS 14 W. Figueroa St., Santa Barbara, 805-962-5541; 1280 Coast Village Rd., Montecito, 805-9699059, 5764 Calle Real, Goleta, 805-7708209, losarroyos.net. The Mexican food at these popular venues is straightforward and fresh. L O UI E’ S CAL IF ORNIA BIS T RO 1404 De la Vina St., Santa Barbara, 805-9637003, louiescabistro.com. This pleasant California-cuisine bistro is tucked into the front corner of the historic Upham Hotel.

MET ROP U L OS F INE F OODS MERCHANT 216 E. Yanonali St., Santa Barbara, 805-899-2300, metrofinefoods .com. Metropulos is the perfect place to prepare for a picnic or lunch with sandwiches, salads, fresh deli meats, and cheeses. T HE MIDDL E CHIL D 18 E. Cota St., Santa Barbara, 805-770-5626, themiddlechildsb.com. Taylor Melonuk’s cafe-style menu focuses on local ingredients that change seasonally. T HE MONARCH 1295 Coast Village Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-869-0789, themonarchmontecito.com. Inside the Montecito Inn, this upscale eatery embraces locally sourced wine, ingredients, and decor with main dishes cooked over coals and served family style. T HE NU GGET 2318 Lillie Ave., Summerland, 805-969-6135, and 5687 Calle Real, Goleta, 805-964-5200, nuggetbarandgrill.com. Down-home s u m m e r 2 0 1 9 133

American fare—burgers, steaks, salads and seafood—with the appropriate dose of Western kitsch and memorabilia are the draw at these family-friendly joints. OLIO E L IM ON E RIST O R A N T E 11 W. Victoria St., Ste. 17, 18, and 21, Santa Barbara, 805-899-2699, olioelimone.com. With three iterations (fine dining, pizzeria, and raw bar) right next door to each other, these restaurants serve authentic Italian cuisine in an inviting atmosphere. OLIVE R’S 1198 Coast Village Rd., Montecito, 805-969-0834, oliversofmontecito.com. This plantbased eatery has a strong menu of fresh, organic flavors, including artichoke “crab cakes,” toasted farro risotto, and jackfruit tacos, to name a few. PAN E E V IN O T RAT T O R I A 1482 E. Valley Rd., Montecito, 805-969-9274, panevinosb.com. A cozy ambiance is the attraction at this quiet Italian restaurant.

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S OU L CAL S MOKEHOU S E 38 W Victoria St., Santa Barbara, 805-770-7925, soulcalsmokehouse .com. Santa Barbara’s only BBQ joint is now open at the Santa Barbara Public Market and is supplying locals with cuisine comprising of housemade sausages, tri-tip, smoked pork belly bahn mi, and traditional BBQ beans.

805-965-4566, samasamakitchen .com. Sama Sama offers Indonesianinspired dishes created with fresh ingredients from our farmers market.

T HE T EE- OF F RES TAU RAN & L OU NGE 3627 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-687-1616, teeoffsb.com. This popular steak house is a throwback to the good ol’ days.

S A N T O M E ZCAL 119 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-883-3593, santomezcalsb.com. From the creators of Los Agaves Restaurant comes this Funk Zone restaurant showcasing Mexican cuisine with a contemporary edge.

T OMA RES TAU RANT 324 W. Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara, 805-962-0777, tomarestaurant.com. One of Santa Barbara’s most romantic waterfront restaurants—a local favorite—serves exquisite seasonal Italian and Mediterranean dishes.

S AT EL L I T E 1117 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-364-3043, satellitesb.com. Located inside the bustling Impact Hub, the locally sourced vegetarian menu crafted by chef Emma West is packed with out-of-this-world flavors to complement the selection of small production wine and beer.

T RE L U NE 1151 Coast Village Rd., Montecito, 805-969-2646, trelunesb.com. A sophisticated Italian eatery, this spot is always packed with regulars and local celebrities alike.

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REN AU D ’S PAT IS S E R I E & B I S T R O 3315 State St., Santa Barbara, 805569-2400; 1324 State St., Ste. N, Santa Barbara, The Silver Bough 805-892-2800; 1187 Coast Village Rd., Ste. 7, Montecito, 805-3244200, renaudsbakery .com. Savor the French breakfast dishes as well as salads, sandwiches, quiches, and delectable pastries. S AM A S A M A K IT C H E N 1208 State St., Santa Barbara, 134 s u m m e r 2 0 1 9

S C A R L E T T BEGONIA 11 W. Victoria St., Santa Barbara, 805-770-2143, scarlettbegonia.net. With menus that change every week, this downtown eatery aims to treat guests with delicious local and seasonal bites. S H O R E L I NE BEACH CAF E 801 Shoreline Dr., Santa Barbara, 805-5680064, shorelinebeachcafe.com. Kids can play in the sand under the sun while parents take a mini-vacation with the fresh cocktails and beachworthy fare. T H E S I LV E R BOU GH 1295 Coast Village Rd., Montecito, 818-876-0818, silverboughmontecito.com. Chef Phillip Frankland Lee’s ambitious new restaurant is serving decadent ingredients such as whipped caviar, real Japanese kobe beef, 24-karat gold flakes, and an array of truffles.

T YGER T YGER 121 E. Yanonali St., Santa Barbara, 805-880-4227, tygertygersb.com. Serving local produce, fresh ingredients, and only the highest-quality food, chef Daniel Palaima’s menu features Thailand’s and Vietnam’s most vibrant flavors. V IA MAES T RA 4 2 3343 State St., Santa Barbara, 805-569-6522. Renato Moiso’s cozy bistro serves authentic Italian cuisine. YOICHI’ S 230 E. Victoria St., Santa Barbara, 805-962-6627, yoichis.com. This Japanese restaurant provides a multicourse dining experience with a selection of sake and wines. ZAYT OON 209 E. Canon Perdido St., Santa Barbara, 805-963-1293, zaytoon.com. Live entertainment completes the relaxed patio atmosphere at this Lebanesestyle eatery.

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THE PIC K L E ROOM 122 E. Canon Perdido St., Santa Barbara, 805-9651015, threepickles.com/pickel-roomdinners. Stroll through the red door for an old-school feel that pays tribute to Santa Barbara’s historic Chinatown. Try the pickletini and the Reuben egg rolls to blend in with the regulars.

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FO UR SE AS ON S RE SO RT B I LT M O R E 805-969-2261, fourseasonsresort.com/ santabarbara. KNOWN FOR Its gorgeously landscaped grounds across from Montecito’s Butterfly Beach and the historic Spanish-style architecture by Reginald Johnson. WHAT’S NEW Executive Chef Marco Fossati has created a Dom Perignon by the Glass/By the Shell dining program with vintage champagne and raw bar delicacies shucked tableside. DON’T MISS Create your own blended wine with winemaker Bion Rice on a Taste the Art of Winemaking excursion to Sunstone Vineyard & Winery in the Santa Ynez Valley. 136 s u m m e r 2 0 1 9

H I LT O N S ANTA BARBARA B EA C H F R ONT RES ORT 805-564-4333, hilton.com. KNOWN FOR Beautiful and extensive grounds across from the sands of East Beach. WHAT’S NEW A $14 million renovation has renewed the accommodations and also added fun recreational items like croquet, Ping-Pong, foosball, and giant checkers to the resort’s pool, tennis courts, and putting greens. DON’T MISS Sample the boutique offerings at the Fess Parker Wine Tasting Room, or savor a local vintage on the patio of The Set, the bistrostyle restaurant. H O T E L C AL IF ORNIAN 805-882-0100, hotelcalifornian.com. KNOWN FOR The Spanish Colonial Revival architecture of its threebuilding complex at the edge of the Funk Zone, and the Moorish-themed interiors by celebrity designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard. WHAT’S NEW Los Angeles mixologist Devon Espinoa arrives to craft unusual signature libations at the intimate Djinn library bar and hosts a monthly full-moon cocktail series. DON’T MISS The rooftop pool and observation deck offer gorgeous panoramic views that extend from the ocean and coastline to the mountains.

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Hotel Guide K I M P T O N CANARY S ANTA BARBARA 805-884-0300, canarysantabarbara.com. KNOWN FOR The colorful Mediterranean-style decor and the energizing downtown location. WHAT’S NEW Executive chef Peter Cham’s reconceptualized menu at Finch & Fork highlights shared plates and fresh seasonal cuisine with tasty fusion accents. DON’T MISS The rooftop pool and lounge boasts a jaw-dropping cityand-ocean view—the perfect place for a sunset cocktail. K I M P T O N T HE GOODL AND HOT EL 805-964-6241, thegoodland.com. KNOWN FOR The surf-inspired bohemian vibe at this Goleta hostelry, which boasts eclectic accommodations and a penchant for music—both live

and on vinyl. WHAT’S NEW Try the Outpost’s debut seasonal cocktail menu— libations like the mezcal/bourbon Upside Down or an updated negroni called What’s the Dill. DON’T MISS On Yappy Hour Tuesdays, guests and their canine friends can enjoy food and drink specials on the refreshed Good Bar patio, with 10 percent of proceeds going to the Santa Barbara Humane Society. MONT ECIT O INN 805-969-7854, montecitoinn.com. KNOWN FOR Its decades-old connection with Charlie Chaplin, who reportedly established the hotel in 1928. WHAT’S NEW Scratch Restaurants has opened a trio of dining options on site—the omakase Sushi Bar; The Monarch, with its choice of artisanal tasting menus; and the innovative culinary extravaganza of Silver Bough. DON’T MISS With a location on lively Coast Village Road, there are myriad boutiques, bars, bakeries, galleries, and restaurants just steps away. OJ AI VAL L EY INN 855-697-8780, ojaivalleyinn.com. KNOWN FOR A serene setting in a town famous as a center of wellness and spirituality, plus a notable onproperty golf course. WHAT’S NEW The Farmhouse, designed by Howard Backan, is an epicurean’s delight with a stateof-the-art demonstration kitchen, an expansive event space, and a spectacular culinary roster of lunches, wine tastings, dinners, and book signings curated by celebrity chef Nancy Silverton. DON’T MISS Relax with the fullbody lemon verbena and avocado

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seasonal treatments in the restorative surroundings of Spa Ojai ($180/50 minutes). RITZ-C ARLT ON BAC ARA , S A N TA B A R B A R A 805-968-0100, ritzcarlton.com/santabarbara. KNOWN FOR A touch of Hollywood-style glamour, with infinity-edge pools and a commanding view of the Pacific from its beachfront bluff. WHAT’S NEW The Bacara’s elegant public spaces have all been reimagined with a nod to the area’s Chumash and Spanish heritages—adding Old World touches in the lobby and the creations of local artists in the new Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge. DON’T MISS Luxuriate at the holistic spa, where the signature Citrus Drench ($395/110 minutes) is a decadent full-body treatment. ROSEWO OD M IRAM AR B E A C H H O T E L 805-900-8388, rosewoodhotels.com/en/miramar-beach-montecito. KNOWN FOR The new luxe incarnation of an iconic hotel with the ocean at its doorstep and a backdrop of Montecito’s mountains. WHAT’S NEW Everything—the hotel opened just a few months ago with a relaxed country club style; airy, comfortably rooms and suites; and Caruso’s, a fine dining beachside restaurant. DON’T MISS Savor happy hour hors d’oeuvres at the cozy Manor Bar, where live music and a fire in the fireplace add to the congenial ambiance.

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SAN YSI D RO RAN C H 805-565-1700, sanysidroranch.com. KNOWN FOR A gorgeously landscaped hillside environment and the Ranch’s romantically secluded cottages, which have played host to Hollywood royalty, international figures like Winston Churchill and honeymooners Jack and Jackie Kennedy. WHAT’S NEW With a top-to-bottom renovation of the historic property, the accommodations have been individually furnished with antiques, art, and memorabilia; the underground wine cellar has been rebuilt and restocked; and all public spaces have been gorgeously restored. San Ysidro Ranch DON’T MISS Executive chef Matt Johnson serves up California cuisine in the Stonehouse restaurant—located in a 19th-century citrus packing house—and the casual Plow & Angel. JOAN TAPPER

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