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Best Produce Market Farmers Market “We won!� shout Yvonne Bursch and John Pesqueira of AAA Travel, which took home the prize for best travel agency.
cotton wear also features different designs, such as animal print. Rather than compromising fit for comfort, the business emphasizes finding the right match for each customer. Stanford Shopping Center 180 El Camino Real, Palo Alto; (650) 328-0574
to enjoy the garden, redwood grove, and the two stores.� Roger Reynolds specializes in Japanese maples, perennial and annual bedding plants, fruit trees, roses, bonsai, cactus, and trees, shrubs and container plants. 133 Encinal Ave., Menlo Park; (650) 323-5612
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Roger Reynolds Nursery & Carriage Stop is the oldest nursery on the Peninsula and continues to be a Menlo Park favorite. Roger Reynolds founded the nursery in 1919 and today it is run by his granddaughter, Sally Halstead. “Ms. Halstead has insisted on providing only the very best quality in product and service,� says the website. “This is a legacy that carries over from when her grandfather was the owner of the nursery. She is proud of how beautiful the nursery is and wants customers
Independent and locally owned, The Pet Place has again been named the favorite pet store among voters in the Readers’ Choice poll. Celebrating both its 20th consecutive win for favorite pet store and 20th birthday, the business remains dedicated to offering personal and reliable service, along with updated pet supplies. Whether the customer is two-legged or four-legged, the business “goes the extra 10 miles,� co-owner Marc Macy says. It focuses on one-on-one problem-solving
with each customer and pet, even referring customers to other services around the community. In addition to the welcoming atmosphere, “people appreciate our honesty, philosophy, and compassion for the animals,� Mr. Macy says. “We are always there for customers.� 777 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park; (650) 325-7387
PRODUCE Almanac readers can double their pleasure with two local Sigona’s Farmers Markets offering the best fruits and veggies. The beautifully displayed, fragrant produce in both the Palo Alto and Redwood City markets reminds some of the markets in France and Italy. Sigona’s offers a wide selection of organic and commercial produce. Do as trendy chefs do: Wander the aisles for inspiration
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