Lyza Gianelli serves as Company Store Manager for family-owned S. Martinelli & Company, more commonly known as Martinelli’s—the beloved, local juice maker based in Watsonville. She manages daily store operations, determines juice and retail items for sale in the Store, and “most importantly, I create a Company Store team that delivers Martinelli’s Gold Medal Service,”
The Craft Gallery has a rich history spanning more than five decades. When asked to describe what the shop carries, owner Carin Hanna emphasizes that it’s “work produced in the U.S. and Canada.” The product most popular among customers is jewelry, but people are also very interested in pottery. One line they carry, from Stellar Studios,
The Shop Santa Cruz County season is here! Keep it local, distinctive, and shop safely! Bring the love to family and friends AND your favorite Santa Cruz County-based local businesses with gift certificate and e-card options this year. From outdoor adventure and Santa Cruz experiences to local shops and eateries, this array of gift certificate
In a world where much has changed, it’s nice knowing you can still enjoy a delicious meal (that you didn’t cook!) while also supporting local small business. Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner out, a place to linger while you dine al fresco, some food on the go between exploring the area, or a
Instagram brims with stunning shots of Santa Cruz, showing off its inspiring coastline, pastoral farms and towering redwood forests. Yet what you may not have noticed is that, against this scenic backdrop, a nascent craft movement is taking root. Venerable Santa Cruz producers like Marini’s Candies are being joined by a new generation of artisans