Tag Archives: holiday shopping

Christmas shopping: last minute restaurant gift card bonuses

Posted on December 22, 2018 by admin

Two weeks ago I posted this article with eight different “gift card bonus offers” from Santa Cruz and Capitola restaurants. Here are a few more for any of you doing very-last-minute shopping. Capitola, Scotts Valley and Watsonville Sushi Garden … Continue reading →

Last-minute Cuisinart gift ideas for chefs and foodies

Posted on December 18, 2018 by admin

Have some last-minute holiday shopping left to do? If any of these gift recipients are amateur chefs or just plain foodies, Cuisinart has a few gift ideas. Retailers that carry some of these selections include Bed Bath & Beyond, Kohl’s, … Continue reading →

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Santa Cruz holiday shopping: Gift card bonus offers for restaurants

Posted on December 6, 2018 by admin

If you’re in Santa Cruz or Capitola and have some gift or stocking stuffer shopping to do, you’ll be happy to know that several restaurants are offering “gift certificate bonus deals” for the 2018 holiday season. Here are a few … Continue reading →

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A Cuisinart Christmas: Gift ideas for chefs, bakers, coffee lovers and more

Posted on December 13, 2017 by admin

If you have last-minute holiday shopping left to do and you have chefs or bakers on your list—or even just people that appreciate good coffee or an excellent toaster!—here are a few gift ideas from Cuisinart. The items cover a … Continue reading →

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Last minute foodie holiday gifts in Santa Cruz

Posted on December 16, 2016 by admin

Haven’t finished your holiday shopping and have some foodies on your list? Want to shop local? There are lots of choices in the Santa Cruz area including some discounts; here are some highlights including a gift fair tomorrow that has … Continue reading →

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Christmas 2016 at Whole Foods Market on the Central Coast

Posted on December 14, 2016 by admin

Whether you need to shop for a holiday feast or check some folks off your gift list, Whole Foods Market locations in Capitola, Santa Cruz and Monterey have lots to choose from—including the always-dependable gift card idea (ones for the … Continue reading →

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Santa Claus visits breakfast buffet at Chaminade Resort & Spa in Santa Cruz

Posted on December 3, 2015 by admin

During the next two weekends, Chaminade Resort & Spa in Santa Cruz is a great place to visit with your family for “Breakfast with Santa.” These events are Saturday, Dec. 5 and Saturday, Dec. 12 from 9 to 11 a.m. … Continue reading →

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Whole Foods Market news: lobster special, holiday selections, and raffle prizes

Posted on December 19, 2014 by admin

Whole Foods Market in Northern California, including stores in Santa Cruz and Capitola, has lots of selections for the 2014 holiday season including food and gifts. Also, just for today, Friday, Dec. 19, the Capitola and Santa Cruz locations are … Continue reading →

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Santana Row Holiday Wine & Dine benefits Second Harvest Food Bank

Posted on December 14, 2014 by admin

Santana Row shops and restaurants are offering a fun holiday event over four Tuesdays in December, and you have two more opportunities before it’s over. The “Holiday Wine & Dine Around” is Dec. 2, 9, 16, and 23 from 6 … Continue reading →

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Holiday gift ideas from Peet’s Coffee and Tea

Posted on December 12, 2014 by admin

Are you behind on Christmas shopping? Buying for folks who are tea or coffee lovers? Peet’s has some fun options including special holiday packages. I had the opportunity to receive a wonderful gift package from Peet’s, and I’ve already enjoyed … Continue reading →

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