Like most people I encounter these days, I am juggling the end-of-the-year madness presented by the holidays, finishing up those pressing things at work, my daughter’s impending school break, many fun activities on the calendar, travel and just a general wrapping up of loose ends.  It feels like one massive balancing act this time of [...]

Chris Sewell and Kenny Osehan are the hip, talented and fun owners of The Presidio Motel and The Agave Inn in Santa Barbara and The Hamlet Inn in Solvang.  They also run The Supply Room store at The Presidio Motel, which features unique clothing, jewelry, accessories and more by their well-edited collection of designers and [...]

Our favorite local pastry chef, Elizabeth Colling (previously featured here), who recently moved her from NYC (where she worked for Martha Stewart) shared the two pie recipes that she was making for her family this year.  They look so delicious!  We are just sad that she took them to LA for the holiday.  Thank you [...]

Last night I rented The King’s Speech after a long day at work. I had heard such wonderful things about it (and it was on the “Last Chance” list of the On Demand movies) and had wanted to see it since watching last year’s Academy Awards.  It seemed the perfect speed for my mood and energy [...]

We were so excited to read the NY Times’ article, “36 Hours in Santa Barbara, California” from this week’s Travel Section. Not only did the article feature some of our local faves, but we were so happy to know that the place we love to call home is getting some national/international attention. The NY Times [...]