Tag Archives: Santa Cruz

Valentine’s Day & February events at Chaminade Resort & Spa in Santa Cruz

Posted on February 12, 2015 by admin

Chaminade is a sweet spot to spend time with your sweetheart, with gorgeous views plus killer food and some of the most attentive and gracious staff around. And if you’ve only thought of the overnight accommodations for out of town … Continue reading →

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Ashby Confections in Scotts Valley: First-class sweets for Valentine’s Day & beyond

Posted on February 9, 2015 by admin

Whether you have treats to buy for Valentine’s Day, or just want to treat yourself or someone else, Ashby Confections in Scotts Valley is a must-visit stop! Valentine’s Day goodies include a five-piece set of heart-shaped chocolates that are each … Continue reading →

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Discounts/events at Santa Cruz & Capitola New Leaf & Whole Foods

Posted on February 7, 2015 by admin

During February, there are a few upcoming events—plus some discounts ending soon—at New Leaf Community Markets and Whole Foods Market in Santa Cruz and Capitola. New Leaf: February 7-8, get 50% off select chocolate items (treat yourself or do early … Continue reading →

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Get a free burrito when you order tofu sofritas at Chipotle Mexican Grill

Posted on January 26, 2015 by admin

Chipotle Mexican Grill is offering a special promotion: anyone that orders vegan organic sofritas on Monday, Jan. 26, 2015 will get a free burrito during their next visit. How it works: order an item with sofritas (tofu) as the filling … Continue reading →

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Santa Cruz chocolate festival with restaurants and vendors benefits UCSC scholarships

Posted on January 15, 2015 by admin

The 8th annual Santa Cruz Chocolate Festival on Sunday January 18, with lots of food and wine, benefits UCSC scholarships. The event is from 1 – 4 p.m. at the Cocoanut Grove by the Santa Cruz Boardwalk. The Santa Cruz … Continue reading →

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Santa Cruz Fungus Fair includes mushroom dishes, cooking demos, kids’ activities

Posted on January 10, 2015 by admin

Calling all mushroom fans: the annual Santa Cruz Fungus Fair is this weekend — you can watch cooking demos, buy mushroom-related food, and see lots of unusual mushrooms. The event is at Louden Nelson Community Center in downtown Santa Cruz. … Continue reading →

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Credit cards now accepted at Santa Cruz Farmers’ Market

Posted on January 7, 2015 by admin

Starting today, Wednesday, Jan. 7, customers can use credit and debit cards to purchase items at the downtown Santa Cruz Farmers’ Market, which is open every Wednesday from 1:30-5:30 p.m. (winter hours). It’s located at the corner of Lincoln St. … Continue reading →

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More Bay Area restaurants for Christmas: Carmel, Monterey, Santa Cruz

Posted on December 22, 2014 by admin

Here are a few more choices for dining out in the Bay Area on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day 2014. If you missed my earlier Christmas article, here are some restaurant highlights for San Francisco and Oakland. Monterey, Carmel, Pacific … 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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Holiday food & gifts from organic New Leaf Community Markets

Posted on December 16, 2014 by admin

If you want suggestions on how to make your holidays less stressful, look to organic, Santa Cruz-based New Leaf Community Markets this season. They have a large variety of gifts including Andes Gifts – Fair Trade, handmade alpaca items – … Continue reading →

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