In a city where naturally blessed human beings try desperately to cope with an unusually moderate climate in often sublime surroundings, it seems impossible to decide which aspect of their too-frequently beautiful lives might be declared ultimately and momentously the best! Yet, each fall, thousands of folks pour over The Indy‘s Best Of readers’ poll categories and vote for their favorite favorites. This year was no different.
The ballots have been counted, the results tabulated, and all that is left to do is to publish these unbelievable results. (Oh, by the way, we asked a few Indy staffers for an idea of what they like best in this best of towns, and here are their replies.)
Ladies and gentlemen, straight outta paradise, the Best of Santa Barbara!