Gathering Thyme--formerly in San Rafael--moved to its new location in Petaluma, roughly across from…read morePinky's Pizza. This place has top-notch, high-quality products, including Mighty Lung for cough and bronchial issues. I have found this product to be the best EVER for treating these kinds of conditions. Dana created a situation-specific tincture for me while I waited. If you're into health and wellness at an elevated scale, this is the place to come. They carry so many excellent products. I can't even begin to list them. Dana offers consultations and situation specific remedies that are powerfully effective. Plenty of parking in front of the building. Petaluma is so lucky to have Dana here!

Terrific, informative class on making facial serums and masks with herbs for healthy skincare.read more

The parking lot is kinda confusing, but only bc the lanes/rows are wider than usual. Also, some…read morepeople were coming for brunch since there's a Crepevine in the same parking lot as well as some other stores so I think people were just looking for a better spot. Once I went inside this particular shop, there was an array of sections that were all named with a title. They were cute little gift sets also along with a very well organized display of different types of baking goods, savory, sauces, spicy, rubs, and what not. I had no idea they were 20 million different types of cinnamon either! Lol of course I'm being facetious, but it was very enlightening to read. I knew of Mexican, cinnamon and Vietnamese cinnamon as well as whatever the regular organic cinnamon is I've seen at the various grocery stores, but I didn't know different places had their own types of cinnamon as well. The two women working behind the counter, were incredibly friendly and helpful and said if you were looking for a combo box that the gift sets were really nice. I went over there first just to see what the gift sets look like to get a better idea of their spices. I bought a couple of things as stocking stuffers for my friend that loves to bake as well as checked out the cinnamon's since I love baking in my classroom. A lot of the combo rubs had nut related spices and we're not allowed to have any nuts in our classroom so that's the only reason why I didn't buy any but they were a great combo and I could always get them from my house so I'll definitely be buying stuff online in case I don't make it up this far north. Hee

I wanna thank Penzeys spices for not backing down on DEI hires. This is the only place I'll buy my…read morespices from now on.

3.5 stars. Spices…read more Salts. Sugars. Seasonings. Whole Spice exists so that your meals, baked goods, & beverages never have to be bland. I brought the bulk jars of spices I wanted, priced at about $3/ounce, to a table where an employee weighed, bagged, & labeled my selections. She informed me that an ounce seasons about 4 lbs. of meat. I bought Coffee Rub, Honey BBQ, Beef Rub, & Steak Seasoning (can you tell I bought these for my Carnivore?!) Cherrywood Smoked Sea Salt & Lavender Sugar also smelled amazing for next time. A good find located inside Oxbow Market.

Game changer!! Beautiful spice blends with so much flavor I started dancing. Thank you Whole…read moreSpice!! Big fan. Highly Recommended: Chimichurri

From the moment I stepped inside Sonoma Spice Queen, I was surrounded by the inviting aroma of a…read morethousand good things. It's clear that Sonoma Spice Queen takes the saying 'variety is the spice of life' to heart by handcrafting an assortment of small ‑batch organic spice blends right on-site. I was also intrigued by their tea blends and mixes, some which, according to the kind staff member who patiently answered all my questions, could be enjoyed with just about anything except animal milk. Sonoma Spice Queen makes beautiful gift boxes filled with spices and other local delights like honey and jam, perfect for sharing the love. Your recipient will be thrilled and deeply grateful for your thoughtfulness!

Wonderful store in downtown Petaluma with lots of spices, teas and flavored salts. The shop is…read morebright and airy and the owner is helpful and informative.

The Pros: Massive Variety: Truly a "one-stop shop" for tea…read moreenthusiasts. Low Pressure: The staff greeted me and then stayed hands-off until I had questions. The Price: Easily some of the best values in the city. The Con: Sealed Packaging: Everything is pre-sealed in 1lb plastic bags. Because of the sealing, you can't smell the tea before buying. I'd love to see them implement scent jars in the future to help with the selection process. Neutral Observations In-House Packaging: All the tea is packaged identically in 1lb bags, which suggests they likely process and bag everything in-house. Labeling: I didn't notice any specific organic labels on the packaging, though I didn't explicitly ask. If this is a deal breaker, you may want to ask. Review If you're looking for a genuine loose leaf tea source -- your search ends here. I stumbled upon this place after endless online searching (blogs, search engines, etc) and it was well worth the effort! Just a heads-up on navigation: G-Maps is slightly off. If you rely solely on that, you'll be a few doors down. Look for the Volvo mechanics and the shop is located just on the other side. The exterior is unassuming, no windows, just a sandwich board on the sidewalk and a door. Looking inside it's a bit of a mysterious vibe, you'll see a stairway to the left and a hallway ahead. Go for it. Ignore the single pane glass, bank-teller-style window to your right (which directs you to the main door) and just head in. Also, keep an eye on the clock because, per the phone tree, they close for lunch from 12:30 to 1:00. I arrived right after 1pm and was able to park right in front. There was also plenty of other parking spot around at that time. IDK why, but before walking in, my imagination had prepared me for an old-world San Francisco opium den. I was thinking there was going to be this lingering aromatic smoke, plush floor pillows, people lounging, sipping tea, and the soft, ambient melodies of an upscale spa. I had also pictured rows of heavy, whiskey-style wooden barrels overflowing with loose leaf tea, topped with clear lids and metal scoops. The reality is much more utilitarian. This is not a den or a spa. It's clean, straightforward, and focused entirely on their product. The selection is robust and incredibly diverse. While they claim "wholesale to the public", I can't verify the industry margins, but I can tell you the prices are very good for the quality you receive. The employee greeted me and then stayed hands-off while I browsed, which I appreciated. When I did ask specifics, they had basic foundational knowledge. Honestly with the diversity and sheer quantity of products offered, it would take forever to earn a Tea Master badge. No harm no foul. The only real bummer here is that everything is pre-sealed in 1lb plastic bags, so there is no way to smell the product. I'd really appreciate scent jars in front of the bags. Since they seem to be doing the packaging in-house anyway, it makes me wonder why they haven't set aside a small amount of each batch for scent jars. It wouldn't require a change in their supply chain, just a few ounces and a glass jar to help customers navigate that massive variety. That aside, I absolutely loved this place. I've been searching for a spot like this for a long time. I'm just glad I finally found it. If you're at all interested in loose leaf tea, I'd suggest giving these folks an honest try.

I needed dried lavender for simple syrup and ice cream and found this place online. Prices are very…read moreaffordable and they have so many options! I'm not able to post all my photos but this is some of what they offer! Will definitely come back.

I was amazed and truly loved this local Spicery with the unique tea and spices options…read more The staff is amazing. The prices are a bit higher than the market, but at the same time it is a special tea options from green tea till herbal tea with some flowers that makes it blue in the cup! There are good options for a gift or a present for a special occasion. Parking is limited and only street parking is available in front. But if you park near by you will have an opportunity to walk around the area, which is itself a nice experience.

Visiting family near this waterfront gem recently, I discovered the most amazing spices! There are…read moreso many uniquely blended spices to choose from here. Upon walking in, the woman at the counter was friendly and helpful in asking how she could help find the exact one I was looking for that day. My Mom accompanying me, she ended up guessing which one too, the Baker's Cinnamon. The shop has such a comforting, welcoming vibe too no matter what spice you're looking for or are curious about. This should be Marin's go to spice shop no doubt.

All. The. Spices! I…read moremay have temporarily lost my sense of smell while so, so excitedly sniffing ALL the scents, but I finally made a decision (with a little help from the nice employees). My favorite so far is the smoked salt because it's so versatile! I also bought a guava jam that looked so divine, but sadly the airport trashed it (I am convinced they just ate it because again...it looked so yummy), so maybe one day I'll try again! I will be back next time I'm in the bay to stock up on more spices.

You'll know you're right at home as soon as you walk through the door. For anybody that's wondered…read morerows of disorganized shelves of stuff all over the place or spots that are less than well kept, look no further. Oaktown Spice Shop is immaculate, well organized, and staffed with folks that are quite passionate about the goods! Also helps that it smells amazing, but it really speaks to the quality of their stuff. If you had any doubts about them, put that to rest and just visit or use their online store! Any foodie worth their salt (hah get it) will be able to appreciate what this place has to offer.

The best wholesale spice company that provides spices like black pepper and saffron straight from…read morethe farms!

I had to do some searching to find a place close by that I could find dried herbs & plants. Saw a…read morelot out in Oakland but I was not trying to drive that far. Then I found Harvest House. It's an older store but the staff is friendly, it's clean, and the customers for the most part seem nice. I went in to get items to make a yoni Steam blend and foot detox. I spent about an hour there choose different herbs and weighing them. I ended up spending $17 for at least 15 herbs and two plastic containers. I thought it was going to be pretty and I wished I would have gotten more but I'll be back. They are open everyday and in its own area off Monument in Concord.

I've been shopping at Harvest for over five years, and during those five years, I always find Gem…read more products that help with mental health and skin care. Hopefully, Harvest House won't give up serving the community and will open another store soon.

Lots of awesome spices and selection along with knowledgeable and friendly staff, more than willing…read moreto help you find what you're looking for and provide their opinion! Prices are also very good even though it's located in a more expensive retail area. I'm looking forward to trying more items from here!

I noticed this spice shop while stopped in traffic and walked over after I parked…read more The store is highly visible and inviting from the street and inside, beautifully organized with tempting sounding blends like popular Cyprus Wild Mushroom Umami Sea Salt I happened to pause in front of. I remarked how this salt looked like Egyptian frost salt and got a head shake, "Don't know that one". Okay, it's esoteric but also got a non-committal head shake they don't carry Maldon sea salt, commonplace for baking and a finishing salt. I explained I use it to make Blue Bottle Coffee's granola blend. Weak smile. I remarked that I liked their photography cards of beautiful recipe ideas near the jars ("What a good idea!") and shared my use of Vadouvan in a eggplant, chicken & basil stir fry I made up. I got another tepid response. I explained I cook a lot at home and had over 200 jars from the former Spice Ace store that needed to be replaced, "Sadly they faded with time." At this point, don't you think the salesperson would've jumped on that, "Would you like me to pull some jars, get that project underway for a New Year?" No. The owners should be slapping their hands on their forehead watching hundreds of dollars not go into their till that day and developing me as a regular customer. I have money to spend, clearly like to cook and told them I need to replace 200 jars. I practically placed a grappling hook in my cheek like a big mouth bass and told them to reel me in! I decided to ask about their pricing structure, noticing the nonsensical spread on the large and small jars, "Because they didn't get good pricing when they bought the smaller jars" Now muttering to myself, "So how is that *my* problem?" Oaktown Spice Shop is a growing and well-received small chain of three retail stores, two in the East Bay, that has a wholesale roster of James Beard and Michelin starred restaurants and high end delivery services like fellow East Bay business Good Eggs. If the owners read this review, they desperately need to retrain their retail staff. They rang up my small $22 sale as I began mentally filling my old Spice Ace jars at Rainbow Grocery.