Bagels, baby.
Mother Dough Bagels plans to hold a soft opening Saturday for its new shop at 604 Santa Barbara St. in Santa Barbara.
“We’ve been heads down, putting all our love and energy into getting the shop ready, which is why it’s been quiet around here,” the owners said in an Instagram post. “But the wait is almost over — Mother Dough is getting ready to roll.”
The new restaurant is set to open from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday.
The restaurant Barbareño will serve slow-smoked tri-tip and grilled avocados on top of the Mother Dough sourdough bagels. Coastal Coffee Collective will brew free coffee and miso caramel lattes.
“We can’t wait to welcome you into our new space and share this exciting moment with you,” the owners said.
Kyle’s Kitchen Curbed
Kyle’s Kitchen in downtown Santa Barbara is closing.
Jay Ferro, the owner of the restaurant, told Noozhawk that he is looking for a space with more foot traffic.
“We have been and continue to actively look to relocate to a new location in Santa Barbara and hope that something materializes soon,” Ferro said.
His two other locations are still open, on Calle Real and in the Hollister Village Shopping Center, both in Goleta.
“The Santa Barbara community, in the meantime, can still get Kyle’s Kitchen from DoorDash, GrubHub and Uber Eats,” Ferro said.
The Santa Barbara location, at 791 Chapala St., is across the street from Paseo Nuevo mall, which receives more foot traffic around California Pizza Kitchen, Eureka!, Panda Express and retail shops.
Ritz-Carlton Bacara Santa Barbara Gets Anniversary Upgrade
All rooms and suites at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara are set for upgrades, the pool is set for new private cabanas, and the culinary experiences will be refreshed, according to a news release from the company.
“2025 is The Ritz-Carlton Bacara’s 25th anniversary, the perfect time to celebrate this cherished property and infuse it with a new vibrancy and beauty,” Bradley Cance, general manager, said in a press release. “This new design will provide an effortless elegance that will make your shoulders relax and your brows soften when you enter this magical spot on the California Riviera.”
The doors will remain open during the renovation, which is expected to last through May.
“We’ll continue to provide the same exceptional service, warm hospitality and attention to detail that makes our resort not just special, but extraordinary,” Cance said.
The key “revitalization points” will honor the Chumash people and historic Californios with subtle references to Chumash art and culture, “including custom-designed textiles, native flora, and evocative interior details that reflect the area’s indigenous roots.”
Visit Santa Barbara Offers Discounted Hotels for Wildfire Victims
Wildfire victims have a home in Santa Barbara.
“To support evacuees in need of accommodations, we have partnered with local hotels and vacation rentals to offer special rates and a comforting place to stay,” according to Visit Santa Barbara. “Whether you’re seeking a quiet retreat, a family-friendly space or a pet-friendly haven, you’ll find welcoming options here on the Santa Barbara South Coast. Please note that availability is expected to be limited.”
Here is a full list of hotels offering discounts.
MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation is offering free admission to all families under fire evacuation orders through Sunday. People must show their evacuation orders at the ticket counter.
Celebrating the Egg McMuffin
Egg McMuffins at all McDonald’s restaurants in Santa Barbara and Goleta will be sold for $2 on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
The proceeds go to local charities, according to David Peterson, the son of Herb Peterson, the founder of the Egg McMuffin.