Ann's Picks
Norrie’s Gift & Garden Shop
UC Santa Cruz Arboretum & Botanic Garden
shopucscarboretum.com/
[email protected]
Offering unique, interesting, and beautiful plants in the outdoor nursery or buy online. Also shop for household items, jewelry, gifts, and more.
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz
831.420.6115
santacruzmuseum.org
[email protected]
Unique gifts for all ages celebrating the beauty and nature of Santa Cruz County, including apparel, books and field guides, science, souvenirs, surfing, and more.
Woodhouse Blending & Brewing
119 Madrone St. Santa Cruz
woodhousebrews.com
[email protected]
Offering delicious small-batch traditional & non-traditional beers as well as handcrafted barrel-aged blends. Delicious Brazilian-inspired cuisine by @sampakitchensc. Live music. Spacious interior and plenty of outdoor heating!
BobbiJo's Picks
Little Trends Boutique
1052 South Green Valley Road, Watsonville
(831)536-5070
littletrendsboutique.com
Shop our selection of adorable tutu’s and cool tees for any little in your life. We offer a variety of adorable and fun wear that your little will be sure to love. Shop online or in-store, we have a little bit of everything for mama’s, babies, toddlers and kids! Order online for in-store pickup or local delivery, call or email if you would like assistance with shopping for a special someone or delivery.
Sacred Tree
831-761-3000
sacredtreenursery.com
The greatest gift you will ever give, starts with the Sacred Tree. Whether you are buying 1 olive tree for a dear friend, 25 for a special baby shower, or 100 for an incredible wedding, olive trees are an unforgettable gift. Add in a personalized card and a beautiful planter, and you have a gift unlike any other.
Brad's Picks
It’s Sugar
10 Cooper St. #100C, Downtown Santa Cruz
If your valentine has a sweet tooth, a sense of humor, and likes nostalgia, you can’t go wrong with It’s Sugar, the downtown candy store that has a lot of gag gifts as well as crazy treats. There are giant versions of your favorite sweets, Ruth Bader Ginsburg socks, mugs, sample candy boxes from past decades, and plain goofiness, like a box of only the marshmallows from Lucky Charms.
Camouflage
1329 Pacific Ave. , Downtown Santa Cruz
For a present to share when the kids are gone, we suggest Camouflage, just across Pacific Avenue from It’s Sugar. Lingerie and cute outfits are out front; risqué stuff you want to keep in brown paper coverings are in the back of the store. You are sure to find some romantic items there.
christy's Picks
Hallcrest Vineyards
379 Felton Empire Rd | (831) 335-4441
hallcrestvineyards.com
Family run and dog friendly boutique winery established in 1941. Specializing in Pinot Noir, Organic Wines, and Hard Ciders. Open on Thursday-Monday.
Simpatico
6223 Hwy 9 | (831) 704-7420
simpatico-ca.com
Gifts, artisan goods and treasures for a life well lived. A locally-owned shop nestled in the Santa Cruz mountains supplying style with substance.
Wild Roots
6240 Hwy 9 | (831) 335-7322
wildrootsmarket.com
Friendly Service, 100% Organic Produce, Natural Groceries, Meats, and Bulk Foods. Full Service Deli, Salad and Soup Bar, Juice Bar, Vitamins, Body Care, Local Beer and Wine.
linda's Picks
Zinnia’s Gift Boutique
219 Mt Hermon Rd C, Scotts Valley
(831) 430-9466
Offering an assortment of delightful items and gifts for the home and garden; gourmet cooking items, fine furniture, jewelry, clothing, handbags, men’s items, an ever expanding children and baby lines,
Melinda’s Gluten Free Bakery
1420 41st Ave, Capitola | (831) 316-5081
Treat your Valentine to decadent chocolate brownies that have been dusted with powdered sugar and kissed with chocolate ganache or our much loved donuts.
