Thursday, February 5, 2015

Santa Barbara


Santa Barbara is a lovely coastal town with a year round temperature of 70 give or take a few degrees. It has been dubbed The American Rivera for its similarity to such European cities as St. Tropez and Monaco.SB has winding hills,


Palm-lined beach fronts



And exquisite cuisine. California fare at Alchemy Spa Cafe,


Fresh pasta and noodles at the Santa Barbara Public Market,


Homemade tacos at Corazon's weekend pop-up,



Ethiopian at Le Petit Valentien,


And raw, vegan healthy at Kotuku Elixir Bar,


I have had the privilege of experiencing this quaint village on foot,


by bicycle,


by day,



and at night.





















What I have discovered is an array of eclectic shops, delicious eateries


And wonderful cobblestone streets along hidden passageways.



For a taste of La Dolce Vita on U.S. soil, Santa Barabara can't be beat and; I recommend a weekend visit or prolonged stay if you have the time, to soak up the beneficent rays of this saintly town nestled in mountains and framed by the sea.



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