She was such a lovely person to work with for our wedding cake!…read moreNot only did she deliver a cake that she had never done before... It came out beautiful... And to feed about 100.... The cake was only charged at 245!!!!!!! ( We tipped big time).... She also put together beautiful tasting cupcakes for my husband and I before... On VERY SHORT notice. She delivered to the venue for no charge ( we were in Santa Cruz though) All of our guests LOVED the lemon and raspberry layers we picked. Amazing, Buttercream done perfectly...

Fantastic bakery, Lori is super easy to work with and the cupcakes were exactly what I envisioned…read more They look good and taste even better!

An actual witch must be baking these pastries because how in the world are they so good? I came by…read morea on Saturday morning with group of 8 and I don't think a single person got something that they didn't really love! I eneded up getting the monkey bread and the artichoke escargot (don't worry, there aren't any snails; its just shaped like a shell) and thought they were both divine. The monkey bread was just the perfect amount of sweet without being overwhelming but the artichoke was the real star of the show. It was so flaky and garlicy. Just typing this review makes me want another one! The shop itself is really small and the parking lot seems to fill up fast. They do have a few tables out front for a quick nibble but something to keep in mind when visiting.

It's been awhile since I've been to Manresa, the last time I visit was years ago at their Los Gatos…read morelocation ! Nice to see they open a small bakery here in Santa Cruz but it taste so differ to what I had in the past !! Both the laminated pastries I purchase was lacking layers,buttery flakiness and it was in the soft side ! The chocolate croissant I thought needed a little more chocolate buton

Where to start...my siblings are locals so I like coming to Ashby when I visit. This business has…read morea high rating for many reasons: -Business owner is HANDS ON, friendly, and she buys and incorporates local ingredients for many of her candies. -EVERY piece of candy I've eaten from here has been high quality, fresh, delicious, and creative flavors (ghost pepper caramel??!!). -Large variety, great gift wrapping options and service. Chocolates or sour candies from here would make a wonderful gift for anyone, or treat yourself! You can get them loose or you can pack a box and they will put ribbons on it for you. They used to be closed on Sundays but according to their website, they're now closed on Mondays instead. Great news for me! Conveniently located near the freeway. Service: 5/5 Food Quality: 5/5 Food Taste: 5/5 Atmosphere: 4.5/5

Mediocre chocolate priced for royalty…read more Stopped here with a young child a few months ago; man behind the counter was visibly impatient while we decided, even though we were the only customers. Left with a small box of chocolates priced at $75, plus a seemingly mandatory tip for the gruff worker who collected the pieces from the display case. Chocolates were of mixed quality (this is no doubt subjective, but I've sampled many chocolatiers); certainly not special enough to justify the extravagant premium. I get that running a small business is really challenging, but the price to quality ratio was not justifiable.

I first tried cupcakes from Black China Bakery at a wedding I attended and was impressed by how…read moredelicious they were. So when my mom's wedding was coming up, I knew exactly where to get the cupcakes from. We ordered the vegan chocolate with raspberry frosting and vegan carrot cake with cream cheese frosting, and they did not disappoint. Katelin was incredibly friendly and easy to work with. She provided options for how the cakes could be frosted to match our theme and colors, and helped to make the planning process so smooth. The cupcakes were delivered for a very reasonable rate and were a huge hit at the wedding. Everyone loved them! I highly recommend Black China Bakery for any special occasion.

We got our wedding cake from Black China Bakery as the groom is vegan. The cake was amazing -- we…read morehad so many guests (all non-vegan) specifically mention how good the cake was! Katelin made us six cupcakes to sample flavors and was very communicative throughout the process. The decorations were also exactly what we were envisioning. We highly recommend Black China Bakery!

A Berry Delight: Our Perfect Wedding Cake from Chefany! From…read moreour very first interaction it was incredibly collaborative, truly listening to our vision for a beautiful berry cake. The final cake was nothing short of stunning. Not only was it visually gorgeous, but every single bite was a burst of fresh, delicious berry flavor. We were super happy with it, and judging by the rave reviews from our guests, they were too! We're so grateful to for her incredible talent and for creating a wedding cake that was both a feast for the eyes and the palate. Thank you, Chefany

In our opinion Chefany's cake is quite literally the best cake in town! We taste tested so many…read morecakes and cupcakes in the area and Chefany's was the one that blew us away. Her cake is somehow the perfect balance of delicious, sweet, flavorful AND magically light. I could eat so much of her cake and not feel that heavy sugar feeling. My guess is it's her natural ingredients, years of experience and extra touch of passion that make it so perfect. The cake she made for our wedding was absolute perfection. She nailed the "naked" cake look I wanted, was able to create a beautiful 3 tiered cake and even last minute shifted the middle layer to a GF carrot. The cake went quickly and we got so many comments from our guests saying how delicious it was. Would recommend her cake for any event and I personally hope to try every flavor! Thank you Chefany

Okay, for those who love cookies I know this is a chain but the cookies are just really good. And…read morefor the cookie purist I may be cooked at the stake but they often have cookies from the previous day in their displays. And in my humble opinion a cookie from yesterday taste almost... as good as a cookie from today. But a cookie from yesterday that costs a third as much as the one from today just tastes somehow even better. Some might argue it makes me cheap but I like to think it just says I am frugal and I am saving my money to spend it at yet another culinary jewel awaiting my discovery.

A Hidden Gem in the Capitola Mall!…read more Sherri's Cookies is truly a hidden gem tucked inside the Capitola Mall! I believe it's run by the kindest married couple, and you can feel their warmth and passion the moment you walk in -- always greeted with a smile. The cookies are soft, fresh, and absolutely delicious, but that's just the beginning! They also have amazing coffee drinks, fresh pastries, and the most beautiful chocolate-covered strawberries that taste as good as they look. Everything feels homemade with love and attention to detail. Whether you're stopping by for your morning coffee, treating yourself to a sweet snack, or grabbing a thoughtful gift, this place never disappoints. Friendly service, cozy vibes, and unforgettable treats -- Sherri's Cookies is a must-visit!

Rebecca makes the best granola I have ever tasted. That is why we continue to order it online,…read moreafter first having received it as a gift 3 years ago. It is excellent by itself, but lightly toasted with yogurt and blueberries it is a perfect breakfast. I add Rebecca's granola to our oatmeal cookie dough for a crunchier, delightfully tasty improvement on an old favorite recipe. Look no further, and be prepared to become a life long customer.

We love her muffins!! Some of the best I've had and they are guilt- free to eat! They perfectread more

I just ate a piece of Beckmanns Cherry Pie! OMG the Crust!!!…read more Its the best crust ive ever had. I love it and want everyone to know that they should give it a try. Yummy

Great bread, can not recommend online ordering alas. Moved from Bay Area, so I ordered online since…read moreI was missing my favorites. Order arrived Friday at 12:50 pm, missing one of my wheat sourdough's. ( ordered 4, received 3). Sent email at 1:04, ( complete with photos of products received and packing slip, double checked final charge to see if i was charged for all 4, I was. tried email from order form, tried the contact us link/form on website, tried to call the direct phone line Monday morning and left messages. Update: Tuesday morning, got an email they are sending a loaf out.