Reviews

Valentine’s Day at Insomnia Cookies

February 13, 2021 by

If you are in a pinch this Valentine’s Day and want a simple treat that can be delivered right to your door, check out the Valentine’s Day options at Insomnia Cookies.
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Cajé’s Pumpkin Spice Latte: A Local Take on a Seasonal Delight

October 27, 2020 by

Sick of the Starbucks pumpkin spice latte?
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Rockfire Waffle Shack by Day, Rockfire Grill by Night

October 19, 2020 by

Check out Rockfire Grill's weekend-only breakfast shop!
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Norton’s Pastrami and Deli: The Best Sandwiches in Town

March 23, 2020 by

Santa Barbara’s very own Norton’s Pastrami and Deli was recently featured on Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” — and for good reason.
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Falling for Finch & Fork’s New Fall Menu

November 1, 2019 by and

With great food and a fun time, you can’t go wrong with forking at the Finch!
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Have You Gaucho Mojo Back?

October 3, 2019 by and

Isla Vista’s favorite teahouse is finally back!
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Phresh Teas Brings Tea-riffic Flavors to Goleta

October 26, 2018 by

In the mood for a boba run?
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Uniboil Makes a Sizzling Debut

October 26, 2018 by

Come check out this delicious mix of ingredients.
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Weekend Brunch at Cajun Kitchen Cafe

October 11, 2018 by

Looking for a spot to relax with friends over a nice brunch?
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There’s No Bad Mojo Here

October 4, 2018 by and

Stop by and take life one sip at a time.
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Creamy Zucchini Pasta

September 29, 2016 by

A simply delicious recipe packed with cheese, veggies and to-die-for sauce that will impress everyone
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The Portola Brunch Defense

January 28, 2015 by

One writer fights the odds, and the layout, that inhibit the least well regarded dining common: Portola. Lianna Nakashima goes out of her way to brunch at this less than favored university housing eat...
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Aladdin Café: Garlic, Hummus and Humility at IV’s Newest Eatery

October 15, 2014 by

“There’s nothing like this here ... I want to bring a taste of Mediterranean into I.V., to bring a better image of Middle Eastern culture”
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Buddha Bowls: A Welcome Addition to the I.V. Food Court

October 30, 2013 by and

From melons to mushrooms, BBQ chicken to volcanic cinnamon bread, Buddha Bowls brings a new set of flavors to Isla Vista — and makes us wonder why we haven’t been eating pizza out of a bowl until ...
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Getting Your Italian On

October 2, 2013 by

Isla Vista’s newest eatery, Sorriso Italiano, is looking to serve up local residents and UCSB students with the heartiest, most authentic Italian food possible.
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