“The Garden is fortunate to welcome Valerie, Gelaré, Eileen, and Linda to its Board of Trustees,” said Steve Windhager, executive director of Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. “Their leadership, knowledge ...

Since graduating from Santa Barbara City College Culinary School, Simandle has done his time at numerous beloved restaurants, including but not limited to bouchon, Eladio’s, Arch Rock Fish, Kanaloa ...

There's a new sandwich in town. And it comes with a pickle spear and a Tootsie Pop. Mission City Sandwich Shop opened this ...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Echoes of singing voices filled the walls of Old Mission Santa Barbara as Saint Barbara Parish celebrated a centennial milestone. Rich in history dating back 100 years ...

Rob Fredericks believes that everyone deserves a home. It's a mantra that he wears on his T-shirt, and his heart. "I am a ...

Roger Durling can’t conceal his excitement for the 40 th edition of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. The SBIFF director sees the need for a celebration of art as Los Angeles ...

The Santa Barbara Film Festival has revealed its entire program for its upcoming 40th edition, which includes 32 world premieres and 74 U.S. premieres from 60 countries. The fest will open ...

At the conclusion of the second, Costner — a Santa Barbara local who co-wrote, directed, produced and stars in the film — will participate in a Q&A moderated by SBIFF executive director Roger ...

By Scott Feinberg Executive Editor of Awards The 40th Santa Barbara International Film Festival, which is set to take place Feb. 4-15, one day longer than previous editions, in recognition of its ...

There are four major beaches in Santa Barbara: Leadbetter, Arroyo Burro, West and East. While Leadbetter has the harbor, Arroyo Burro is best for travelers with dogs and West Beach is home to the ...

The best time to visit Santa Barbara is from March to May or from September to November. Temperatures are fairly mild year-round, hovering in the 60s and 70s, but traveling in early spring or fall ...

Inside our fall/winter issue you'll find a trio of inspiring conservation stories from California's eastern Sierra region, where UC Santa Barbara has a natural reserve — and a huge research presence.