Let me start off by saying place is adorable. This is just a review for the to-go-box of 4 s'mores…read morefor $20. Absolutely not worth it. The kit comes with 4 small size regular marshmallows (nothing home made) and 4 TINY pieces of chocolate that wouldn't even cover one s'more. It's all Graham cracker one marshmallow and a smidge of chocolate. See photos. Yes they include a tiny bit of caramel sauce and peanut butter sauce on the side, but I'm sorry, these don't even make complete s'mores. More expensive ingredients...ok. But not including enough to make an ok s'more is odd. The Graham crackers are also run of the mill. Maybe try the s'mores made there? A take home kit your better off getting a bag of large marshmallows, higher end grahams and a nice block of fancier chocolate for $20. I have ZERO problem spending premiums on food and good ingredients...but this kit is a rip off do not do it.

Was walking through the Shoppes at Carlsbad when I noticed this store in the corner, right across…read morefrom the children's play area on the 1st floor. I'm not really a s'mores person, but wanted to check it out since it was new. The owner (I presume) said they've been open for about 3 months now. Décor was cute inside. They have kits you can purchase or you can order individual s'mores. They have a vegan option too, so you'll have plenty to choose from. Good service. Small s'mores, but I guess the vegan and organic ingredients make them a bit on the pricier side ($7-8/s'more). Not complaining, just thought they would be a bit bigger. But I guess I don't need the extra spike in blood sugar anyway, so it's all good. The Classic was good. I ordered mine with oat milk chocolate. This place is still new, so hope folks check it out. It reminded me of a s'mores shop in Portland, Oregon.

I love carlsbad ranch market!!!…read more I always order their to go sandwiches! I can't tell you how many times I've come here on my lunch just to gett one of their tasty sandwiches!!! Today, I decided to try one of their breakfast sandwiches! That's a new edition to their menu! Had their veggie breakfast sandwhich which had egg, herbed mozzarella cheese,spinach, and avocado!! BOMB! They are always friendly with their service! Their sandwiches are all reasonably priced also!! Their store has all organic produce and healthy pressed juices, fresh made salads daily, and so much more! So glad it's walking distance from my job!

Very glad to see fresh salads again Just back from New York…read moreand stop again for some snacks and what a surprise my favorite salads and unique looks amazing and I can't resist to give it try Love it

I used products from Savory Farms to make the charcuterie boards for my engagement party, and they…read moreturned out perfect! I already had boards that I wanted to use, so rather than ordering one of their premade charcuterie boards, I picked out everything individually and put them together myself. The staff was so helpful with suggesting products and pairings. I ended up using their Lomo to make the charcuterie "roses," along with chorizo, black truffle salami, Sierra Nevada Smokehouse cheese, Manchego, another cheese, olives, dried apricots, and fresh baguettes. I added a few nuts and chocolate-covered almonds I already had at home, and that was really all I needed. Everything looked beautiful together and, more importantly, tasted amazing. The black truffle salami was especially popular with our guests. I also loved that I was able to get almost everything I needed for the boards in one place. If you're putting together your own charcuterie board for a party or event, I definitely recommend stopping in and asking the staff for suggestions. And if you don't want to make your own, their ready-to-order boards are beautiful too. I just wanted an excuse to finally use mine!

This place was absolutely wonderful and surprisingly good! We stopped in just to grab a quick…read morecharcuterie board and ended up with a charcuterie board, multiple sandwiches, salads, and desserts. My wife and I stumbled upon this place accidentally when we were hungry. We wanted to grab something easy for us to graze on. When we walked in, we were absolutely impressed by the cleanliness of the store and the very knowledgeable staff. A staff member took the time to explain to us all the items in the store, and we loved it! Before we knew it, we were buying one of their signature sandwiches, which had mortadella on it. It was absolutely flavorful and wonderful. We then had the charcuterie box for two people, which had a wonderful assortment of truffle-infused cheeses that were just tasty and perfect. Lastly, we had their tiramisu. It was perfectly creamy, just the right amount of coffee, and lightly sweetened. We loved it so much that we ended up going back the next day for more! This is absolutely one of those hidden gems! If you find yourself in the area, it's worth stopping by and grabbing a bite to eat.

Salami is healthy???? Yes! Angel's is the Best!…read more What the so-called medical and nutritional authorities are telling you is that processed meat like "salami" is bad for you. Given the nitrates and nitrites added as preservatives to regular mass-market salami that become nitrosamines in your system as you digest products that contain them are known to cause cancer, you should stay away from any processed meat products that contains them. What we are not being told is that fermented and cured meat products like traditional salumi, prosciutto, coppa and others are actually good for your gut and your health. The natural probiotics (typically lactobacillus) in the fermented meat will colonize in your gut and help to maintain and restore a healthy gut biome. Our pre-industrial ancestors ate a lot of cured / fermented meat since it was the only way to preserve it. Today, in many of the Blue Zones around the globe, centenarians happily enjoy cured and fermented meat products and live healthy lives into very old age. We are being told that the "Mediterranean Diet" is the gold standard - what we are not being told is that cured and fermented (not processed) meat without added nitrates and nitrites such as Prosciutto di Parma, Jamon and Salumi made the old fashioned way (like Angel's Salumi) is a staple of the Mediterranean Diet in Sardinia, Italy and France as well as Spain. The centenarians in Okinawa don't eat beef - they eat pork for their main meat source. Fermented foods in general are great for your gut! Sauerkraut, Kimchi, Kefir etc., along with fermented meat all contain good natural bacteria that helps to maintain a healthy gut biome which is 70% of your immune system. Angel's cured meats do not contain any added nitrates or nitrites - eaten responsibly, they make a tasty treat that's good for your gut. I love Angel's products and rarely leave reviews. I am a Stanford lawyer and have done a ton of research on Blue Zones, healthy aging and glucose / insulin management. My breakfast consists of a sandwich made from keto bread, Angel's Toscano Salumi, avocado, avocado-oil mayo and aged cheddar. My blood glucose levels do not change after eating that concoction of great tasting food! Keep up the good work!!!

Wonderful specialty shop! We are addicted to their black truffle butter and duck salami. The owner…read moreand workers there are wonderfully friendly and knowledgeable. Putting the cherry on top...they now have a restaurant next door. Amazing sandwiches and scrumptious desserts!

Love this market. Everything is so open, fresh, and organized!…read more Everyone was so helpful with explaining ingredients and their recommendations. I enjoyed seeing the kitchen service and take out options. The atmosphere here seems less chaotic than other markets. I didn't find myself overwhelmed. Definitely will be coming back more regularly.

So I just watched this guy, rob your store walk back in return it as if he didn't just steal it and…read moreeven though the cashiers knew that he just did it, they paid him in cash out of the register anyway. and when I said that guy just stole that and then returned it to you they said yeah we don't care. Now I know why you charge me $10 for something You should probably charge me $6 for because you're just gonna hand out free cash out of your establishment to bums and screw everyone else that literally comes here to eat. What a joke.

Wild Fork is a great niche store for specialty meat and seafood! My fiancé' and I discovered this…read morestore through a yelp event....and when my older son wanted to replicate a Brazilian steakhouse experience for his birthday, my fiancé knew Wild Fork would have delicious meat! Besides meat, their seafood is really good! My younger son and I had delicious branzino. Even though everything is frozen, you really can't tell since they only carry high quality meat and seafood. You'll find other frozen items here like desserts and even pizza (yes, I saw frozen pizza!), but why get them when the meat and seafood are the stars? The store is bright, well organized, and really clean. Employees are friendly and helpful. Plenty of parking as it's located in a huge strip mall....but you can't miss Wild Fork- it's on the end. 5 stars! We'll be back!

I had never been inside a wild fork before, but we decided we were gonna go in there because we…read morewanted to try to find a couple unique cuts of meat at a reasonable price. we were also interested in potentially what they have in terms of seafood. I am not sure what I was expecting (maybe like a grocery store refrigerated and freezer section,) but I was surprised at how it was laid out. It was three aisles of the lower banks of freezers, with full wall freezer along two walls, and a few dry goods which makes sense because everything that they have is frozen at ideally the peak of freshness. It was very clean, looked a bit futuristic and was well coded. With different color signage to indicate where the poultry, beef, pork, seafood and prepared foods were. Easy to head to the section you were looking for. We looked around the store a lot and the folks who work there were very attentive. They asked us a number of times if we needed any help, answered any questions that we had, and even gave us some suggestions and background on certain cuts. We ended up going with some picanha, a couple other types of steaks, and a couple options of seafood. All the pricing was all very reasonable and now we have a fully stocked freezer.

OK, it's Friday night and you live in Cardiff or you're visiting Cardiff what are you gonna have…read morefor dinner that everyone is gonna love? You're gonna go into Seaside and go to the counter and say I want the classic Cardiff crack sandwich, which will feed at least two people and maybe a kid beside. Then you gotta go down and lock the chip aisle and get your favorite chips. Maybe a nice bottle of wine check out go home and eat! When we first moved down here, I wasn't a huge fan of Cardiff crack, but I've become to look forward to every chance I get to have it. I know why it's a legend, so if you're in the neighborhood, stop and get it.

I've been coming to Seaside Market for years, and I absolutely love this place. I recommend it to…read moreanyone looking for a great local market, and I'll definitely continue being a customer. That said, I've noticed a few things lately that have made it a little harder to shop here, especially as the store seems to be getting busier and busier. The biggest challenge has honestly been the crowds. It feels like the popularity of the market has really grown, which is great to see, but it can make the experience a little overwhelming. I also think it may be worth considering a larger location at some point. Parking can be incredibly difficult, especially if you have a larger vehicle, and getting in and out can sometimes be a challenge. I also recently had an unfortunate experience with a few items I purchased. The girl who helped me at the register was very kind and bagged the majority of my items, but a couple of smaller items were left outside of the bag. I was in a rush and completely forgot to grab them before I left, even though I had already paid for everything. I realized it later and called the store to explain what happened. They were kind enough to put my name on a bag and hold the items for me, which I really appreciated. Unfortunately, when I came back later that week to pick them up, the items couldn't be found. It seemed like there was some miscommunication between the staff, which was really disappointing because I had specifically called ahead and was told they would be held for me. I completely understand that things can get misplaced, especially in a busy store, but it was frustrating knowing that I had already paid for the items and had made a trip back specifically to retrieve them. I also didn't have my receipt anymore because I had assumed everything had been placed in my bag, which I realize was ultimately my mistake. It's definitely something I won't let happen again. What was disappointing was that, even though the staff remembered me coming in previously, the items ultimately weren't replaced or resolved. I understand that mistakes happen, but I think this could have been handled a little better. Even with these issues, I still genuinely love Seaside Market and want to see it continue to do well. I know that growing crowds and increased popularity can create challenges, but I do think there are opportunities to improve the overall customer experience, especially when it comes to parking, managing the crowds, and communication between team members. The prices have definitely been climbing, and with the store becoming busier, it's getting a little harder to visit than it used to be. Still, there's a reason I've been coming here for years, and I'll continue to support the market. I just hope they're able to find ways to make the experience a little easier as the business continues to grow.

Popular spot at a strip mall with lots of parking space. It gets pretty crowded with plenty of…read morepeople coming in but the fresh seafood is worth the wait. We love the taco combo as you can try a shrimp taco and a fish taco. The meats are very tender and flavorful and filling. Surprisingly, they also have a sashimi platter with lots of pieces which is worth the price but the rice as a side dish is kind of pricy.... Just cook your own rice if possible.

3.5 stars Stopped by…read morePelly's Fish Market & Cafe for lunch on a Monday afternoon. There was a decent weekday crowd, with the restaurant about 60% occupied when we arrived. Ordered the Small Boston White Clam Chowder ($6.99), 3 Piece Fish & Chips with fries ($21.99), and the Sea Bass Plate ($25.99) which came with two sides - opted for Spanish rice and black beans. The clam chowder was just okay and nothing particularly special. The sea bass with garlic butter was a little bland and definitely needed some hot sauce or tartar sauce for extra flavor. The Spanish rice also tasted like it had been sitting out for a while and was a little dry. I did appreciate that the black beans came topped with some cheese and were served in a little tostada bowl - a nice touch. The fish and chips were hands down the best thing we ordered. The fish had a super crispy batter and the fries were crispy as well. Definitely the standout of the meal. Pelly's is located in a shared plaza with Ralphs, so there are plenty of parking spaces available. Both indoor and outdoor seating and it's a counter-service setup where you order at the counter and they'll bring the food out to your table.

Absolutely fantastic chocolate. I love the selections and…read morethe cute packaging. The flavors are all so unique! They make for a great gift or souvenir. My favorite one is the pretzel toffee swirl. It's dark choco and it's not too sweet. The shop is beautifully decorated, and the way they arranged the chocolate makes it enticing to buy. They even have little baskets for you to put your chocolates in. There's also samples out on the desk, to try, before buying! Chocolates were reasonably priced. The little chocolate bars were about a dollar something each and I think that's way better for me in the long run, in terms of limiting my sugar...lol. The employee at the counter is very informative and welcoming. Would definitely recommend if you're ever in the area! Love the little red bags they give, they're so aesthetically pleasing to look at. Almost feels luxurious!

Tucked in the middle of an office park in Carlsbad is a delicious chocolate factory--it's not Willy…read moreWonka, but rather San Diego's own Chuao chocolates! I especially love their firecracker chocolate- spicy and filled with pop rocks! They had a post holiday sale --50% off their center table. The chocolate flavors are so fun and the chocolate tastes smooth and creamy- churro, sprinkles, s'mores and lots of other fun flavors! The staff is super nice and there's a big window you can see the factory in action.

My new favorite olive oil and balsamic store!! I am so glad I randomly came across this. The moment…read moreI walked in I was greeted with a warm welcome and assistance. I was able to try and get exactly what I was looking for. Everything I tried was incredible and it was truly so hard to decide! I love their herb de Provence olive oil and their white balsamic (specifically the grapefruit, Sicilian lemon, or peach). I can't wait to go back and get one of their single varietal olive oils as well. Everything is such high quality. The store is clean and they allow you to try every olive oil they have to offer. You need to grab an olive oil and balsamic for yourself and to gift someone, I promise everyone will love it!

Baker and Olive is a specialty store known for its high-quality olive oils, balsamic vinegars, and…read moregourmet food products. I love going to specialty stores for specific products, in my opinion the products are better curated and higher quality. This shop is my go-to for balsamic vinegars and their impressive gift boxes, containing four bottles of oils and vinegars. They're perfect for housewarmings or gifts for cooking enthusiasts. Before buying, you can sample every oil and vinegar they offer. My latest obsession has been fruit vinegars and soda water, prompting me to purchase several bottles of white sweet vinegars to create my own flavored beverages.