The Garden Path
Allie Chandler and Alvaro Rojas didn’t have to think hard to come up with a name for their new venue.
The open-air venue includes an enclosed sitting area with a cabinet repurposed as a mobile bar and a cute pantry hung with dried flowers and stocked with local treats like Pacific Pickles and Twenty-Four Blackbirds chocolates.
Written by Joan Tapper | Photographs by Sara Prince
Allie Chandler and Alvaro Rojas didn’t have to think hard to come up with a name for their new venue. THE HIDDEN GARDEN is literally that—a rustic chic venue tucked behind the Vintage Fox antique shop on Chapala. It’s perfect for cocktail mixers, small birthday parties, corporate happy hours, or baby showers, as well as pop-up dining, says Chandler, who launched Slate catering six years ago, working with Rojas, the restaurateur behind Milk and Honey.
With wooden tables, bistro chairs, and a mobile bar, “this is a very customizable space,” says Chandler. “It’s something we had on our radar, but it had to be the right fit.” 609 Chapala St., Santa Barbara, sbhiddengarden.com
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City Stay
Located directly on State Street, this building from the 1920s has been transformed by Anacapa Architecture into the drift Santa Barbara, a serene modernist escape.
Housed in a historic 1920s building, the 45-room hotel is located right on the State Street promenade.
Written by Caitlin White | Photographs by Sara Prince
Located directly on State Street, this building from the 1920s has been transformed by Anacapa Architecture into the DRIFT Santa Barbara, a serene modernist escape. With interior details built out of wood reclaimed from the building’s original structure, cool natural-toned linens, gold fixtures, and customized toiletries, the minimalist bedrooms (most of which are queen-size rooms) in this 45-key hostelry are particularly good for solo travelers. A couple of rooms feature a slightly larger footprint with king beds, and the top-floor penthouse comes with a kitchen and a balcony seating area with a firepit, perfect for hosting an in-town soirée or booking a luxurious staycation.
With no formal front desk and a digital concierge, Drift’s hospitality style is understated and technology forward. The property comes with dual food and beverage offerings on the ground floor: Dawn, a daytime coffee shop with elaborate espresso and tea drinks; and Dusk, a mezcal bar with plenty of boozy options as well as coastal-influenced bites. 524 State St., Santa Barbara, 855-721-2658, drifthotels.co
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Making Waves
Matt Titone, founder of lifestyle brand Indoek, is giving surf aficionados another reason to head to Ventura.
Surf Shacks turns to shared studio space
Reef-encrusted fins from Mark Cunningham’s installation.
Written by Danielle Torres | Photographs by Ryder Alves (found poster, window), Scott Soens (adler, cunningham, fins, gallery view, olarte), Matt Titone (opening)
“Our space will serve as an art gallery, a shared studio, and a place to gather and host events.”
Matt Titone, founder of lifestyle brand Indoek, is giving surf aficionados another reason to head to Ventura. After years of publishing Surf Shacks books, zines, and beach-town guides, the platform is diving into its newest foray with its first physical space, INDOEK GALLERY. “Our new space will serve as an art gallery, a shared studio, and a place to gather, inspire, and host events with like-minded creative folks,” says Oxnard-based Titone, who also cofounded design studio ITAL/C.
Indoek kicked off in January with a group show that included 26 local artists; later it debuted Found, a collection of art using materials from the Southern California coast and the Hawaiian Islands. This June the gallery will display works from Santa Barbara photographer Will Adler and mixed-media artist Ty Williams. Between shows, Titone is “playing with the idea of a curated surfboard swap of vintage boards by local shapers, and an artist print sale.” 432 N. Ventura Ave., Studio 30, Ventura, indoek.com
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Set Sail
Touted as the largest luxury sailing catamaran on the West Coast, the CHANNEL CAT draws all manner of revelers for lavish sails out of Santa Barbara.
Written by Danielle Torres | Photographs by Tegall Studios, Blake Bronstad, Ali Beck Photography
Touted as the largest luxury sailing catamaran on the West Coast, the CHANNEL CAT draws all manner of revelers for lavish sails out of Santa Barbara. The pearly white 85-foot vessel, which accommodates as many as 140 guests, boasts equally stunning interiors, thanks to Daryl Stegall of Stegall Studios. Owners Jen and Skip Abed recently tapped the Santa Barbara–based designer to create a “coastal, yet sophisticated vibe,” says Stegall, inspired by the surroundings. Neutral-toned custom furnishings, seagrass tables by Jamie Young, wingback chairs from Palecek, Bernhardt rattan swivel chairs, and rope furniture from Azzurro Living outfit the spacious seating areas. Brass detailing adds a touch of sophistication to textured and natural elements. “From the bow to the salon to the stern, all the design elements are seamless, giving us the flexibility to arrange the areas as is best suited for our guests,” says Jen Abed. channelcatcharters.com
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Basque in It
Tara Penke and her husband, Jaime Riesco, spent more than 20 years living in Barcelona—and still own a restaurant, Picnic, there—so it’s no surprise that their unassuming new Santa Barbara spot, GALA, is heavily influenced by coastal Spain.
Coastal Spain influences a hot new eatery
Arched shelving, banquettes, and vintage photos of 1950s Santa Barbara from the owner’s grandfather round out the decor at Gala, a charming new spot on Anacapa Street.
Written by Caitlin White | Photographs by Sara Prince
Tara Penke and her husband, Jaime Riesco, spent more than 20 years living in Barcelona—and still own a restaurant, Picnic, there—so it’s no surprise that their unassuming new Santa Barbara spot, GALA, is heavily influenced by coastal Spain. Jaime helms the kitchen and Tara handles the front of house at this mom-and-pop restaurant. For Penke, born and raised in Santa Barbara, it’s a return home, whereas Riesco was born in Santiago, Chile, and bears traces of that country’s heritage in his one-man kitchen.
A recent menu offers Spanish pintxos, like mixed olives, gildas (green peppers and olives wrapped in an anchovy and threaded on a toothpick), raw oysters, and shrimp croquettes, along with flatbread and grilled vegetables. Fried zucchini blossoms and burrata round out the plentiful starters, and larger dishes venture into more luxe offerings like duck confit, steak with bone marrow, mushroom risotto, and a smash burger. Additional sides such as watermelon and heirloom-tomato salad, leafy greens with herbs, or french fries are available, too, as is a $6 chance to buy your neighboring table a glass of sparkling cava, or the $8 option to buy the kitchen a beer.
“For co-owner Tara Penke, born and raised in Santa Barbara, it’s a return home from Barcelona.”
These tongue-in-cheek menu items are proof of the casual, community-focused environment Penke and Riesco are looking to create. Eager to bring their own style to the former Low Pigeon café space, the couple tapped Kevin Moore Architect, Casey Geeb Interior Design, and Southwest Construction for the renovations. They’ve added inlaid shelves and light wood accents, creating a sunny dining room that flows between the indoor and outdoor spaces.
With a wine list that encompasses Spanish picks and local favorites and a robust cocktail menu, plenty of guests gather for a glass of something cold and a nibble. It’s even better for a full-on dinner with multiple courses—brunch is coming soon—but be sure to round any visit out with a slice of Basque cheesecake. 705 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, galasb.com. c.w.
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Play Date
Ayda is a luxury activewear brand from Ayda Field Williams—actor, wife of musician Robbie Williams, and mother of four.
Ayda × LHD Exclusive Capsule at The Webster
Written by Caitlin White
Ayda is a luxury activewear brand from Ayda Field Williams—actor, wife of musician Robbie Williams, and mother of four. Given the large family she manages, along with her role as an entrepreneur, it’s no surprise that Ayda is designed for the active woman on the go, whether headed for yoga, Pilates, HIIT, carpool, plane rides, or, as Field Williams says, “just being curled up in the fetal position on the floor.” With a full array of leggings and sports bras, track suits, bike shorts, and tanks, these clothes are both casual and chic, perfectly designed for that classic gym-to-errands-to-happy-hour transition.
A slightly elevated new capsule collection with Laure Hériard Dubreuil (LHD)—exclusive to Hériard Dubreuil’s boutique The Webster—brings Ayda squarely into the realm of Pickleball. With “f*ck this, f*ck that” socks, cropped tees, Pickleball skirts, a letterman’s jacket, a bucket hat, and even a paddle bag, this drop has everything you need to get involved with the new “it” sport (or at least look the part). Shop the drop right here before it’s gone. To get an IRL feel for The Webster, stop by the boutique at the Rosewood Miramar Beach during your next stay.
Nurturing the Next Generation
Following up the incredibly successful Women's Heritage Sourcebook, authors Ashley Moore, Lauren Malloy, and Emma Rollin Moore have once again teamed up to offer a resource for guiding kids and teens in back-to-roots activities.
The Children’s Heritage Sourcebook
Written by Caitlin White | Photography by Sara Prince
Following up the incredibly successful Women's Heritage Sourcebook, authors Ashley Moore, Lauren Malloy, and Emma Rollin Moore have once again teamed up to offer a resource for guiding kids and teens in back-to-roots activities. With disparate backgrounds—Moore is an artist and herbalist; Malloy, a conservation biologist; and Rollin Moore, an educator and healthy lifestyle coach—the group is particularly well-equipped to walk readers through all manner of self-care, education, and empowerment.
Their second release, The Children's Heritage Sourcebook, also features 250 full-color photos from frequent Santa Barbara Magazine contributor Sara Prince, who captures the spirit of freedom and empowerment in acquiring homesteading skills. “The main goal—for me as a photographer and for the girls as authors—was to make it feel like everybody’s book,” Prince says. “It’s not so specific that it doesn’t apply to you if you don’t live on two acres and have stables and goats. If you’re not like the Ingalls family, this book is still for you.”
With ideas and guides on everything from animal husbandry to mule packing, herbal skincare blends, and even making your own soap or drying your own flowers, both city dwellers and country folks can find inspiration. And flipping through the pages is like living vicariously through the subjects within—a testament both to the vividness of the activities and the power of Prince’s images.
Tea Time
Manifestation advisor and wellness expert Jessie De Lowe has partnered with Art of Tea to create an exclusive Manifest blend.
Jessie De Lowe’s soothing manifestation
Manifestation advisor and wellness expert Jessie De Lowe has partnered with Art of Tea to create an exclusive Manifest blend. With her background in therapeutic healing through creativity, spirituality, psychology, and neuroscience, De Lowe hand selected specific botanicals (all of which she uses daily) from her Montecito garden to create a transformative herbal blend designed to raise your vibration and inspire clarity and alignment with your soul’s true calling.
Manifest is the perfect way to add intention and sacredness into your daily routine. This herbaceous and grounding blend features organic sage (for wisdom and cleansing of energy), lavender (for healing, serenity, and spiritual connection), and peppermint and spearmint (for awakening, clarity, and focus). It is sure to awaken your senses and inspire you to come back to your highest self. All ingredients are sustainably and intentionally sourced with love and care.
De Lowe says, “Manifest is inspired by my realization that the ritual of tea is something I use daily to create a feeling of sacredness, spaciousness, and stillness, whether to connect with myself or with others. It’s from this space of connection, alignment, and clarity that we are most equipped to manifest. Each ingredient in the tea is intentionally selected to create a certain frequency and energy in the body and mind that are ideal for feeling present, being fully embodied, and vibrating at your highest frequency. The sage, lavender, peppermint, and spearmint are from my garden in magical Montecito, and it was really exciting to create a delicious herbal combination that is greater than the sum of its parts.”
You Can Hear the People Sing!
Award-winning stars of stage, screen, television, and the recording industry will be taking the stage of Santa Barbara’s Lobero Theatre on May 27 for “The Adderley School: Celebrating 30 Years”
The Adderley School celebrates 30 years at The Lobero
Alana Adderley, Jack Dylan Grazer, and Janet Adderley
Written by Joan Tapper
Award-winning stars of stage, screen, television, and the recording industry will be taking the stage of Santa Barbara’s Lobero Theatre on May 27 for “The Adderley School: Celebrating 30 Years”—the glittering fund-raising event supporting the school’s foundation. But the spotlight will truly be shining on the youngsters who have taken musical theater classes at the school and, thanks to its programs, brim with self-confidence and joy, to say nothing of a love of that tuneful and uplifting art form.
Joining master of ceremonies James Corden and honorary hosts Ben Platt and Debra Martin Chase are Jack Dylan Grazer and Kenny Loggins, who will unite with Adderley students and alumni in a revue that includes performances from classic musicals and a concert collaboration.
Founded in 1993 by Janet Adderley, with branches now in Pacific Palisades, Montecito, Austin, Rowayton/Darien (Connecticut), and New Orleans, the Adderley School method of musical theater education uses intimate mentorship to ensure that students discover and develop their unique talents to realize their potential not only on stage but also in life.
James Corden and Ben Platt
The Adderley School Foundation (TASF) extends that mission by partnering with schools and organizations serving youth in under-resourced communities and by offering scholarships to classes. Through the signature Teachers Who Look Like Me mentorship program, TASF also trains underrepresented vocalists, dancers, and actors to become Adderley method teachers for classes and workshops. “Access to the Adderley School is one of those things that makes living in Santa Barbara a joy,” says Kenny Loggins. “If you have a child who’s musically inclined, the fun, camaraderie, and training of Adderley School can nurture their artistic growth from youngsters on through high school and beyond.”
Says Grazer, teen star of Shazam! and It, “Janet and her Adderley School means everything to me and to so many others whose lives have changed for the better because of the inspiration, transferable life lessons, the value of working hard, and reaching for one’s potential on her stage and in the world. Janet changes lives.”
The 30th Anniversary celebration promises to be a “grand night for singing” and a harbinger of many joyous musical moments to come. theadderleyschoolfoundation.org
Mattei’s Returns to Life
A 19th-century tavern is reborn as a luxurious eatery
Seasonal offerings from the property’s poolside, Mediteranean-inspired kitchen, The Shed.
A 19th-century tavern is reborn as a luxurious eatery
Written by Anna Ferguson-Sparks
The INN AT MATTEI’S TAVERN, AUBERGE RESORTS COLLECTION, is now open for dining and resort stays. The “new” Los Olivos hospitality mecca—reborn from the original Mattei’s Tavern, circa 1886—was reimagined by renowned design firm AvroKO. Original buildings now coexist with newly built structures that align with the landmark property’s heritage.
“The Tavern is the main culinary attraction, featuring refined California ranch cuisine.”
The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern includes 67 luxury guest rooms and cottages, a signature spa, and five dining venues. Named for original owner Felix Mattei, Felix Feed & Coffee kick-starts days, while evenings may be spent at The Bar, sipping history-inspired craft cocktails. Poolside, The Shed serves Mediterranean cuisine, and Gin’s Tap Bar pays tribute to a chef at the original Mattei’s with Asian-inspired smokehouse fare. The Tavern is the resort’s main culinary attraction, featuring refined California ranch cuisine.
Two tiers of limited private memberships are also available. The Trailblazers Membership grants access to the fitness and spa facilities, weekday use of the outdoor pool, restaurant perks, private-event discounts, and member events and programming, while The Founders Membership adds a complimentary resort stay, additional pool availability, wellness offerings, and other rewards. 2350 Railway Ave., Los Olivos, 844-837-2999, aubergeresorts.com/matteistavern
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Sweetly Blooming
The top of Rincon Mountain between Carpinteria and Ojai has its own microclimate, explains Mary Gonzalez, who runs SWEET MOUNTAINTOP FARM with her partner, Rob Peed.
Mary Gonzalez of Sweet Mountaintop Farm sources flowers from her approximately two-acre plot atop Rincon Mountain.
Go grow it on the mountain
Written by Joan Tapper | Photography by Sara Prince
The top of Rincon Mountain between Carpinteria and Ojai has its own microclimate, explains Mary Gonzalez, who runs SWEET MOUNTAINTOP FARM with her partner, Rob Peed. Their roughly two-acre plot has ocean breezes, hot summer sun, chilly winters, and rocky clay soil, and it’s perfect for growing flowers and herbs, from which they create teas and tinctures, an herbal skin-care line, decorative garlic braids, mixed bouquets, and colorful wreaths.
Gonzalez, a Carpinteria native, started farming vegetables and melons in 2017 on her father’s avocado ranch, but after the Thomas Fire she became interested in herbal medicine and shifted her crops. Peed, who’s from Orange County, had been producing mead and cider for another Santa Barbara company. He joined Gonzalez in 2019, bringing new products into the business, and now distills their plants for hydrosols and essential oils. The couple sell their wares at farmers’ markets and have a robust online presence. “I like that we have multiple uses for the flowers,” says Gonzalez, who hosts workshops throughout the year next to their flower field. Spring planting begins soon, and their one-year-old son helps keep things lively. “We live where we work. That’s a blessing and a curse,” says Gonzalez, laughing. sweetmountaintop.com
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Culinary Goods
Much like the town of Ojai, Jennie Prebor takes a slow-growth approach to her business.
Owner Jennie Prebor
Written by Jessica Ritz | Photography by Stephanie Helguera
Much like the town of Ojai, Jennie Prebor takes a slow-growth approach to her business. After operating blanchesylvia women’s clothing and accessories shop in the historic downtown arcade since 2016, she’s recently opened culinary store BLANCHESYLVIA KITCHEN in nearby Meiners Oaks. “It emerged in the same way,” she says. “It’s about just finding stuff that I love.” And just as she vouches for merchandise in the dress shop, “there’s nothing in here that I wouldn’t use in my kitchen,” Prebor adds. Named for one of her grandmothers, Blanche, and her mother, Sylvia, the new outpost is a longtime fulfillment of certain obsessions and touchstones, starting with Prebor’s family kitchen in Pennsylvania. In contrast, interior details like polished concrete floors and unvarnished wood shelving stem from a visit to minimalist movement pioneer Donald Judd’s famed pantry in Marfa, Texas, two decades ago. As for the eclectic collected wares in her shop, she hopes “people will want to buy these things as much as I love them,” whether it’s a vintage Greek olive oil jug, Oaxacan pottery, or even a jar of Grey Poupon mustard. Blanchesylvia Kitchen also stocks “local friends,” such as Bonito Coffee Roaster, Beato Chocolates, and Caroline’s Marmalades and Jams.
Here, the boundaries between home, life, and community overlap, as evidenced by the olive oil bottled from fruit in the grove owned by Prebor and her husband, architect Fred Fisher. “It’s very personal,” she says of the project. 443 W. El Roblar, Meiners Oaks, @blanchesylviaojai
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Stage Presence
For a century and a half, a wealth of talent has graced the stage of the Lobero Theatre, which is celebrating its 150th anniversary this month.
Written by Joan Tapper
For a century and a half, a wealth of talent has graced the stage of the Lobero Theatre, which is celebrating its 150th anniversary this month. Founded as an opera house in 1873 by Jose Lobero, the venue is the oldest continually operating theater in California and the fourth oldest in the country. The earliest years included appearances by the Tennessee Jubilee Singers; boxer John L. Sullivan, who tried a new career as an actor; and Susan B. Anthony.
In 1924 architect Lutah Maria Riggs, in partnership with George Washington Smith, redesigned the theater in the Spanish Colonial style that would come to epitomize Santa Barbara’s look after an earthquake the following year flattened much of downtown. The theater was undamaged, however, and in the following decades has welcomed classical musicians like Sergei Rachmaninoff and Yehudi Menuhin, actors like Humphrey Bogart and Lucille Ball, jazz greats like Charles Lloyd and Dizzy Gillespie, and folk/rock performers like Tom Waits, Neil Young, and the late David Crosby.
The Lobero interior has retained its graceful elegance with fluted columns that ring the auditorium, a circular chandelier, and an elaborate painted ceiling. And, of course, its support of the arts, which has only gotten stronger over 150 years.
Architect Lutah Maria Riggs put her stamp on the redesign of the Lobero Theatre in 1924, with a Spanish Colonial exterior and graceful interior details. This archival photo shows a couple of the surrounding columns, the painted ceiling modules, and the chandelier, along with stage decor.
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A Taste of the World
When Santa Barbara–based Nati Smith sat down to write Mish and the Recipe for Adventure…
Author Nati Smith sets the table in her Santa Barbara abode.
Written by Joan Tapper | Photography by Sara Prince
When Santa Barbara–based Nati Smith sat down to write Mish and the Recipe for Adventure (Wise Ink Creative Publishing, $23), a heart-warming children’s book with illustrations by Guillermo Alonso, she had several goals in mind. As a Jerusalem native, Smith aimed to introduce children to international culture through fun recipes from around the world, while also bringing mindfulness to the kitchen. Her story focuses on a young rabbit, Mish, who enters a cooking competition against other talented chefs. As Mish advances to the finals, in part thanks to spiritual practices that help her keep calm, she wows the judges with a comforting childhood favorite made with a secret ingredient—love.
Smith says, “Mish is a journey of friendship, food, culture, believing in yourself, and overcoming obstacles with affirmation and love.” That message has resonated with children and adults alike. “Many parents have shared pictures of their kids reading the book along with loving comments about their experience with Mish,” she adds. “All of these incredible reactions have filled my heart with love and smiles and given me much inspiration and encouragement for the upcoming chapters in the Mish series.”
a Moroccan tagine from a family trip to Morocco.
Nati Smith’s Shakshuka
Shakshuka and charcoal sesame bread from local Oat Bakery.
About 6 medium tomatoes
1 tablespoon avocado oil
1 yellow bell pepper, seeds removed and chopped roughly
1 red bell pepper, seeds removed and chopped roughly
1 bunch green onions, chopped (green parts only)
3 to 4 artichoke hearts, thickly sliced
2 handfuls cherry tomatoes, halved
½ to 1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ to 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon Himalayan pink salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 handfuls fresh spinach leaves
5 to 6 eggs
Za’atar
Tahini
Maldon smoked sea salt (optional)
Sumac
Olive oil
Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
A tablespoon of love
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Meanwhile, use a sharp knife to score each medium tomato on the bottom (opposite the stem end), making an X. Keep any juice that is released. Drop the tomatoes into the boiling water and cook for 1 minute. Transfer to a bowl of ice water. With a knife or a spoon, peel off the skin and cut the tomatoes into rough cubes or slices.
Place the avocado oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped bell peppers and sauté for a few minutes, until soft. Add the green onions and artichoke hearts and continue to cook. Add the cherry tomatoes and boiled tomatoes (with the juices they released while cutting). Stir and add the oregano, basil, paprika, Himalayan salt, and black pepper. Stir well. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. If you need more liquid, add hot water, but just a little at a time—you want the consistency to be thick, not watery.
Add the spinach and stir. Taste and add more seasoning as needed.
Crack the eggs and add them to the shakshuka stew. Sprinkle each egg with salt, black pepper, and za’atar.
Cover with a lid and cook just until the egg yolks are a bit runny and soft. Alternatively, you can put the pan, uncovered, in an oven that was preheated to 350°F. Bake until the eggs are a bit runny and soft.
When the eggs are done, drizzle them with tahini and sprinkle with Maldon salt (if using) and sumac. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil and garnish with fresh cilantro.
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Cactus Makes Perfect
Cementing her reign as the textile queen, California-based interior and furniture designer Natasha Baradaran recently debuted her latest innovation: Livwell cactus leather.
Livwell cactus leather stool
Written by Anush J. Benliyan
Cementing her reign as the textile queen, California-based interior and furniture designer Natasha Baradaran recently debuted her latest innovation: Livwell cactus leather. An industry first, the sustainable vegan fabric is crafted from the sun-dried mature leaves of cactus, which she sources from an environmentally conscious organic ranch in central Mexico. The collection launched with a campaign aptly photographed at Ganna Walska Lotusland, where over 300 species of the perennial plant bask under the Montecito sun. natashabaradaran.com.
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Viva Magenta
Top picks in the season’s hottest shade
Top picks in the season’s hottest shade
Edited by Charlotte Bryant
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Design Duo
The power couple behind Cove House share their 2023 must haves
Isabella and Chase Duddy, husband-and-wife creators of Cove House, covehouse.co
The power couple behind Cove House share their 2023 must haves
Edited by Charlotte Bryant | Photography by Tessa Neustadt, Ally Simons (Portrait)
SANTA BARBARA LIGHTS is our go-to for exterior lights. Karen and her husband have sourced the most incredible collection of antique lights.
Kate and Mimi at THE WELL SUMMERLAND are so lovely, and they have the most insane selection of pots, furniture, art, and more. We just bought two leather-slipcovered armchairs for Casa Plunkett.
Ceramics, baskets, and antique bells from India are perfect for decorating a shelf from DOMECIL, a little gem that has a gorgeous selection of home wares.
JENNI KAYNE in Montecito has the best pillows, and her upholstered Pacific bed is classic.
We recently scored the most beautiful antique dresser from SUMMERLAND ANTIQUE COLLECTIVE. We love melding old and new.
Follow @cove.house for more on #casavista and #casaplunkett projects
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Meadowscaping
Rustic and rattan tones for indoor/outdoor living
Interiorscape by Plant Gallery.
Rustic and rattan tones for indoor/outdoor living
Edited by Charlotte Bryant
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Pillow Talk
Global goods at a textile candy store
Global goods at a textile candy store
Written by Jennifer Blaise Kramer | Photographs by Sara Prince
Jean-Philippe Cajuste of Indian Pink dons an Indian velvet textile robe in the comfort of his Montecito home.
Jean-Philippe Cajuste, aka “The Pillow Man,” earned his nickname selling pillows made from vintage textiles his wife, Tamara, would collect from all over the world while working as a flight attendant. “I’d meet her at the airport on a layover with a black duffle bag—it looked like a full-on drug deal,” he says. Whenever they’d travel together, he’d pack hundreds of pillow covers—from Jaipur prints to Chinese batiks—in hues that were fitting for the destination, such as coastal blues for Nantucket or the Hamptons. Inevitably all the pillows would sell out, which essentially funded the couple’s trips.
Those same seaside hues caught the eye of their first client, a buyer from local design store Rooms & Gardens, resulting in frequent trips and an eventual move to Santa Barbara. The Cajustes settled their family into Montecito, where home is a “laboratory,” and their first retail outpost, INDIAN PINK, puts a face to the brand so many designers, decorators, and celebrities have come to love. The bohemian State Street boutique feels like a textile candy store, full of pastel block-printed pajamas, vintage upholstered furniture, and countless pillows. But rather than adding to the cliché of couples constantly fighting over too many throw pillows on the bed, Jean-Philippe often talks people into just one. “I hear it daily—if I buy another pillow my husband’s going to kill me,” he laughs, admitting it’s easy to overdo it. “Sometimes it’s like, where’s there to sit?” 1307 State St., Santa Barbara, 310-908-5011, indianpinkshop.com