If you're a tea lover like me, then bookmark this place! On my trip to San Luis Obispo I was…read moresearching yelp for places nearby and came across Secrets of The Garden. It doesn't look like much from the outside, but stepping inside will transport you into a peaceful, tranquil place. Very minimalistic, yet has everything you need. Customer service was very friendly and helpful with any questions I had about the teas. I ended up purchasing 4 varieties. The daily detox, stomach soother, mango Ceylon and Peach. The detox & stomach soother are mild and comforting teas. I've been drinking them daily and they help with digestion after meals.,I also purchased a beautiful ceramic tea cup with an infuser. I'm already using everything I bought and love it! Good thing they sell the teas online too. Overall, a cute tea spot to check out if you're in the area.

The tea shop is easy to find and parking is free in the lot. I went right at opening and had the…read morestore to myself. I was greeted warmly and helped immediately. - They had almost every tea that I wanted, including herbs that I was requesting. The attendant was patient as I looked through my list of options and we had a great conversation. - The tea is delicious. I'm really happy with my choices and I appreciated the feedback that she provided me regarding my purchases. The decor inside the shop is adorable!

Anna's Spices offers unique gourmet world blends of spices and salt. There are 13 spice blends and…read more7 gourmet salts. My favorite are the Old Europe Seasonin and the California Fresh Blend. Each unique spice blend and salt has been handcrafted from natural ingredients from every corner of the world.

I recently placed an order with Anna's Spices in an attempt to liven up my rather bland and boring…read moreculinary creations. I now have Anna's Rub - haven't tried it yet but I'm so intrigued by the fact that it has coffee in it. What I really want to rave about is the jar of truffle mushroom salt. I have been adding it to my salads and omelets. Some kind of magic happens when the flavor of truffles and the sensation of salt fuse. I'm looking forward to experiencing the various other spices I ordered!

I love to cook so anytime I see a spice shop, I have to go in and check it out! The staff said they…read morehave over 300+ spice blends, so there is something for everyone. They also have tea leaves, some small jars of honey, & bread mixes. I left with a small jar of zaatar and one of the fish seasonings with brown sugar. They have a blackberry sugar that I was tempted to get and try with tea and coffee. They give you a coupon for your first online order, so I may use that to try the items I didn't end up with during my in-person visit. The staff was very kind and helpful as well, which is always great to experience!

The spice trade was once one of the most intricate and sought after commodites in history with…read moremonarchs and sultans devising the best routes to get their hands onto the rarest of spices showing their wealth and class of not only themselves but their representative countries. Although nowadays spices are much more easier to come by (just drive down to your nearest supermarket!); many spices are still on the scarcer side and represent luxury. Have no fear, though, because you no longer have to board a ship and find the passage to the Middle East but can simply head to the Solvang Spice Merchant. Solvang Spice Merchant is a female-owned (shout out to girl bosses!) spice boutique located in the central hub of the famous Danish tourist city of Solvang near Santa Barbara. Opening its doors a couple years before the Covid pandemic in 2018; Solvang Spice Merchant not only survived but thrived with a brick and mortar storefront and an online shipping option (flat rate of $10 shipping no matter the size of purchase!). The business features hand-crafted spices and seasonings, teas, and foodie gift sets serving both tourists and Solvang residents, alike. My boyfriend and I ventured into the Solvang Spice Merchant when visiting Solvang from Los Angeles for the city's Christmas-time Julefest and gazed our eyes on a shop that would make any King or emperor proud. The store is filled with floor to ceiling shelves of spices/seasoning mixes categorized by country/region and then further sub-categorized by ingredients, styles (BBQ, Pickling, etc) available in various bottle sizes (plus some can be purchased at the counter in bulk, as well). If you can conceive a certain spice or seasoning, trust me that Solvang Spice Merchant has it! Even if you are not in the market for spices; the store is fun to browse and discover all of the spices from around the world. My personal spice journey has endlessly been looking for Garam Masala (an Indian spice) which I could have purchased at the Indian shop by my apartment in Los Angeles - but what fun is that?! It is much better to come across Garam Masala at Solvang Spice Merchant where the spices are combined by hand and with love while enjoying the world of spices! We purchased a 2.3 oz bottle (the smallest) of Garam Masala for $10.25 which isn't cheap: but expected from a boutique spice store. I have since used the spice mix on chicken, Steelhead trout and steamed veggies and it is absolute perfection and makes my apartment smell delightful with its warm spices. The only complaint? None of the two young females behind the counter welcomed us into the store, offered any samples (which I learned the store does indeed do), ask if we needed help, etc. Solvang's main gimmick is being a welcoming tourist city ESPECIALLY during Christmas as it is known as the, "Most Christmas-y City in the Nation". Unfortunately, that Hallmark Christmas movie customer service was absent the night of our visit. Despite this minor qualm; Solvang Spice Merchant is a charming spice shop fit for a King, emperor, sultan or just Averages Joes like you and I visiting Solvang. Not only will you find whatever spice your heart desires but you will have an enjoyable time simply scanning the shelves.

AMAZING customer service , The food is exquisite and always cooked to perfection , the prices are…read morealso out of this world . The owner has an amazing personality and the cook always gives you a good laugh

This place has amazing food and great service. I recommend the chicken wings you would be surprised.read more

I can't get enough of this place. Located on Main in…read moreVentura. It should be held in honor to have such a powerhouse of Indian groceries here for locals and travelers alike Wonderful selection of spices, teas, and frozen items. I wish I lived closer. How convenient and fun to shop here. Service is family friendly, with a smile. The shop is well-organized, clean, and stocked full...ready to go! Support this business. Not every city has a gem like this.

Excellent assortment of authentic and hard to find products, spices and even some fresh produce…read more Super welcoming and inviting staff.

I wrote a previous review over five years ago. Time to write another one…read more The last review covered the fact that SpiceTopia sells creations by Judee Hauer. I have a collection of her figurines. Yesterday I visited to use my birthday coupon. I love the Cinnamon from Vietnam. that they sell. It's the best! Just to smell it is delightful and to taste it is Devine. I always leave the shop in a good mood

OMG. I gave SpiceTopia SO MUCH business yesterday! I was just browsing stores along Main St.,…read morethinking I wouldn't buy anything, and then I found this remarkable place. I wounds up with two bags (!!) of tea, olive oil, vinegar, spice, snacks, and barbecue sauce. I appreciated being able to sample some of their items before purchasing them. I can't wait to try all of the things I bought! This store is an absolute treasure, and I can't wait to visit it again the next time I'm in Ventura!

Love this place!! The workers and owners are so knowledgeable. I learn so much every time I go in…read morehere they have a great selection of any vitamin, supplement that you need and others you didn't know you need. They have a great selection of proteins. The people who work here are amazing. Friendly!! Helpful!!! And they know so much!! They are always ready to explain things and to direct you to the right spot. I go here for all my supplements and vitamins. SHOP LOCAL!!

If you are looking for a local family-owned place to get your health supplements, this is the…read moreplace. The staff is knowledgeable. Trulaine, Lori, and Brian know their products inside and out. And, if it's something special you are looking for, they can order it. If you are only shopping price, buy online. The owners here deal first hand with their suppliers and know the quality and integrity of the products they sell. If quality is important, shop at a place you trust. That's Cones.

Emma, then her daughter taught me how to stay alive while learning how to connect with my body when…read moreI need it most. As a first generation Indigenous woman I am very proud I can bring my children here to learn from her beautiful team!

I was recommended to Ema's Herbs by a friend who has sworn by Sara and her team here. Having been…read moreexperiencing health issues for a bit now, I was optimistic to try a more holistic approach and see what their services are all about. Full transparency there is a pretty significant waitlist to see Sara and I did have to wait a few months to get an individual consult with her. If you're looking for a consult and one on one, this is the best service/way to do it - just know to be patient. I signed up online with an appointment date a few months out and I did notice that when there were cancelations by other clients, I would get an email notifying me in case I wanted to get the open appointment. However, with them being so popular, by the time I'd check my emails and try to sign up for the earlier appointment they were always taken. I learned you just have to be really patient to get into here. I felt that the wait was worth it though. Sara was very knowledgeable, approachable and kind. She touched my feet and without me disclosing any of my healthcare issues she was able to relay back what she believed/could read to be some of my health issues/areas in my body that had inflammation etc. After she was through I did provide more context or validate some points she made but the initial consult / reading was all to her credit for figuring out what she could. It was a very interesting experience and enjoyable. From there Sara recommended products and I bought about 85% of them. The different vitamins and products do add up but they also seem to last about 2-3 months before I'll run out so not bad. I've been on the supplements for about a month so I'll need more time to come back here and to report what differences I see. For now I'm just getting in the swing of consistently taking the different items I purchased. Lastly, if you don't make an appointment or want an assessment, you can simply walk in and buy any products you'd like. That's definitely nice for people who already know what they are looking for or for established customers who may not need a reading/one on one with staff every-time they come. From supplements, to drinks and teas, they have it all. One item of theirs that I have been using that seems to be working well is their sore throat tea. So if you are prone to sore throats or preparing for flu season I'd definitely recommend a can of this tea. Ema's herbs is a cute place and for years I wandered right past it. Despite the signage, the little house style shop was unassuming and I had never realized what this spot was. Definitely a great local business and staff who really want to support you with your wellness and healing journey. Excited to come back in another month and grateful I was referred to them.

I live in Santa Barbara, planning an out-of-town trip, and was looking for gift for a host at…read morewhose home I would be spending a couple of nights. Viva Oliva was perfect. A small, local company, they offer a large variety of very reasonably priced gift choices. The sales associate was very friendly and helpful. (I chose a beautiful gift box of gourmet olive oil/vinegar pairings.)

I absolutely adore this shop!! The vibe is very charming, intimate, and warm. I have never seen so…read moremany different infused olive oils and balsamic vinegars before. I really appreciate that you can taste the products. I found so many I loved and tasting the notes helped me better envision what I could use each one for and how it fit into my cooking style. I also like how they offer each product in two sizes. The people here are so warm, friendly, and knowledgeable as well. They were so ready to help and give information about their store and their products.

They were so wonderful and friendly here! What a great opportunity with the family to pick your own…read moreberries and see some farm animals. Beautiful farm, wonderful welcoming people! This was such a fun stop traveling up the coast.

This place was kind of confusing. There's two gates to get into the parking lot and you go to the…read moresecond one cause the first is locked. No one was there even though they were open and we couldn't buy food. We stood by the sign for a bit, walked around, then realized we pot the cash in the big metal box and walk in. It's on the home system. We paid the $2 per person to go in. They only have a few animals there to pet but they all seemed nice and used to people. Most of them walked to us wanting to be pet. I only wished there was someone there so we could've gotten food to feed the animals. Iwould've given 5 stars if they had that. Overall for the price it was totally worth it. If they charged more I probably wouldn't have gone but for $2 totally worth it to the kids.