Santa Barbara Life & Style Magazine

By Kara Thompson

Well Grounded

Santa Barbara isn’t shy when it comes to showing off coffee blends.

By Eliza Krpoyan

Resetting in Malibu

A weekend getaway that will have you asking for a late checkout.

By Kara Thompson

There's a Pill for That

How to stay healthy in a world full of supplements.

By Anna Constantino

DINING: Local Legends

Innovative methods transform indigenous ingredients at Barbareño.

By Emma McDonnell

Color Your World

Meet an artist and gallerist bringing global influence to our local art scene.

By Molly McAnany

The Art of Aperitivo

An inside look at the delicious offerings at Aperitivo.

By Taylor Roberts

Aesthetics Above the Mask

Local treatments and products to elevate your beauty regime.

By Taylor Roberts

Daily Defense

Simple ways to increase your immunity.

By Melissa Troeller

PROFILE: Meet the Designer Behind Studio Constance

The luxury knitwear brand boasts unique, quality designs that are made in a sustainable way.

By Emma McDonnell

Simple Ways To Enhance Interior Design

The mother-daughter duo behind Faitell Attractions, a local design store, offer their best decor tips.

By Melissa Troeller

PROFILE: Q&A With Hat Designer Gladys Tamez

Meet the woman behind this luxurious brand.

By Melissa Troeller

PROFILE: Q&A With GIGI C Bikinis Founder Gigi Caruso

We talked with Gigi Caruso about her sleek and sophisticated line, GIGI C Bikinis.

By Kara Thompson

Covet & Crave: Up Your Wellness

Five finds to help you prioritize self-care.

By Kara Thompson

Centered Mind, Healthy Soul

Healing ways to feel better both physically and emotionally.

By Anna Constantino

GRAB and GO: Takeout Options in Santa Barbara

Dining may look different these days, but recent changes don’t sacrifice flavor.

By Riley Yahr

RECIPE: Thai it at Home

A flavorful dish that's ideal for busy weeknights.

By Delaney Willet

STYLE: All Dressed up With Nowhere To Go

How to dress yourself out of quarantine blues with local stylist Elissa Williams.

By Celine Wallace

Happiness is an Inside Job

Finding joy in the little things.

By Taylor Roberts

Go With Your Gut

Simple ways to improve your microbiome.

By Kim Hashemi

COCKTAILS: Take a Sip (To Go)

Cheers to takeout cocktails.

By Taylor Roberts

The Fungus Among Us

A breakdown of feel-good fungi.

By Delaney Willet

DINING: Costa Kitchen & Bar

Costa makes its delicious debut at Mar Monte Hotel.

By Delaney Willet

GETAWAY: Back On Baja

Montage Los Cabos mesmerizes in every way possible.

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