At one time, Hollister and his partners, the Dibblee Brothers, owned all the land between Refugio Beach and Point Conception. They owned all t…
SOUTH ON 101: When Ganna Walska arrived in Montecito in 1941, she was a 54-year-old retired opera singer, who had been married six times. She …
TONY TOMEO Herbs need not stay confined to herb gardens. Several work well in landscapes. However, some culinary herbs are different from thei…
DEAR ABBY: My husband of 43 years, an alcoholic, has started going to the local grill/bar in our small town. He spends three to four hours the…
A colorful red and blueberry crumble combined with a delicious, creamy homemade ice cream makes a flag-colored dessert.
Upon reading it, the first thing that came to mind was the saying “It’s raining cats and dogs,” so I did a quick search to try and learn the o…
DEAR ABBY: I am dealing with the worst heartbreak ever. I don't know what I did to make my boyfriend stop liking me. He won't talk to me or te…
PARINGS: I don’t know about you, but I’m always looking for good dip recipes.
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JOHN D. FINLEY Artichokes are low in fat, high in fiber, and loaded with vitamins and minerals like vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, phosphorus, …
FROM THE VINE Now that wineries have been given back the green light to reopen, many tasting rooms and restaurants are just not ready. But you…
JOHN D. FINLEY A “fusion” dish, but one you will enjoy -- the flavors of Greece rolled into a classic meatloaf and served with a Malbec wine.
Themed “Ready, Set, Grow,” the free series will broadcast live via Zoom every Wednesday at 4 p.m. PST, for the next seven weeks starting June 3.
Keeping your dog from running into the street or getting lost after leaving your yard are major concerns for pet owners, but building a fence …
Great lighting can make your house feel warm and inviting, modern and clean, cozy and relaxing, or bright and energizing. The key is picking t…
Your home’s exterior makes a big impact on friends, family, neighbors, and potential home buyers—so make sure it’s a good one! Here are three …
Proper timing is so important. Aggressive pruning during summer exposes formerly shaded inner stems and foliage to more sunlight, which can ca…
All are welcome and invited to bring art supplies and a chair or blanket for sitting.
Great flooring isn’t just for indoors. These fantastic outdoor flooring options will make your patio as stylish as the inside of your home, ju…
Carbon monoxide detectors are essential in every home. They keep your family safe by alerting you to dangerous levels of CO, so it’s important…
