Those of a certain age, like old, may remember the Mamas and Papas, the 1960s rock group whose song “California Dreaming” became an anthem for many of that era. At that time, California was my dream ...

Tickets for California Dreaming are $16 per person, available at the door the day of the concert, starting at 3 p.m., but bring cash.

Knowing my travel buddy’s history with Hillstone Restaurant Group, we couldn’t resist swinging by the Honor Bar in Montecito for a cocktail. With its striking resemblance to the White House Tavern ...