2020 Edible Ojai & Ventura County Holiday Gift Guide

Winter 2020/21

2020 Shop Local

GIFT GUIDE

Shopping Locally Benefits Us All Ventura County contains an extraordinary collection of artisans and creators that bring vibrancy to the region. Shopping these local purveyors helps our local economy, employs local people, and helps keep friends, neighbors and families in business during these trying times.

Like many of these, we are also a small locally owned business.

Supporting our ad partners keeps us going and allows us to continue to share the stories and recipes that bring so many joy.

This holiday season we encourage you to support local businesses as much as possible. And tell them we sent you!

ANNELLE

Throw on this hands-free cross-body for your day on the go! Made of super soft leather with an adjustable strap and multiple outside zippers to stash your phone and other essentials, it’s the perfect combination of sporty and classy. $199 2% of sales go to The Honeybee Conservancy.

Annelle.com

A Taste of California Cookbooks

Created by spectacular Ojai chef Robin Goldstein, each of these cookbooks contains dozens of diverse, mouthwatering, beautifully crafted and photographed recipes with a focus on nourishing local ingredients.

Choose one, two or all four books to delight the foodie in your life with a gift that will last all year!

PrivateChefRobin.com/cookbooks/

PORCH GALLERY BEATO CHOCOLATES

The STORE is a new retail space located inside the Porch Gallery Ojai.

In addition to selling unique merchandise designed by acclaimed artists, The STORE features a full assortment of Beato Chocolates, a line of artisan confections formed from Beatrice Wood’s original pottery molds and inspired by her Dadaist works.

PorchGalleryOjaiStore.com

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BOGUE MILKSOAP Beautiful soaps made with meticulously researched botanicals, pure essential oils, organic and sustainable ingredients responsibly sourced or locally grown in Ojai. Each of the all-natural, handmade, artisanal bath, wellness and hair and body products is created and wildcrafted to be mindful and effective. $6.75.

Order online at BogueMilkSoap.com.

An emporium of artfully curated goods with an emphasis on sustainable, socially aware and humor from the heart wares. The place for unique cards, books, gifts, stocking stuffers, out of the ordinary ornaments and beautiful decor that will make your house a home.

Visit B. On Main in historic downtown Ventura at 446 E. Main St. or online at BonMain.com

B. ON MAIN

CANYON SUPPLY Find hand-crafted goods including botanically tie-dyed socks & cashmere accessories, pottery, coffee and inhouse embroidered T-shirt line, Banner Day. Go into this cozy space and walk out with something practical & special.

ShopCanyonSupply.com

CATAWISE DESIGNS

Handmade fused-glass one-of-a-kind exquisite art created by Catalina Wise to own, use and wear: bowls, plates, coasters, soap dishes, ring plates, pendants, earrings and more. All pendants come with leather-like 18-inch cord.

All jewelry is wrapped, ready for gifting, in a pillow box. Custom requests welcome.

Find Catawisedesigns on Etsy and Instagram and Sites.Google.com/view/CataWiseDesigns/home

CRYO WELLNESS SPA

Full service cryotherapy spa, organic corrective skincare, including full spectrum CBD soft gels and CBD lip butter, and clinically formulated organic DNA skincare products make finding the perfect gift for anyone on your list a one-stop shop.

Created locally in Ventura; prices starting at $10.

CryoSpa805.com

These are nothing like your grocery store walnut.

CORKY'S NUTS, seasonal organic provisions are a perfect gift for the consummate foodie in your life. That's if you don't hoard them all to yourself.

Choose from a variety of certified organic, awardwinning products to amp up your holiday recipes, from freshly harvested buttery walnuts to cold pressed organic walnut oil.

Starting at $16.

Order online at CorkysNuts.com

CORKY'S NUTS

HISTORIA BAKERY Surprise your friends and family with a unique 26-layer crepe cake great for any gathering! Flavors include chocolate, coffee, rainbow (strawberry), coconut, mango, blueberry and green tea.

Call three days ahead to guarantee your order, or take your chances and stop in for a variety of flavors and other pastries.

Thousand Oaks; 805.371.1127

JELLYFISH VENTURA VINTAGE BOUTIQUE

Jellyfish features new coastal décor intertwined with vintage treasures for your home and office.

Showcasing the extraordinary works of local artists, Jellyfish offers great unique gift ideas for everyone, including you!

“Come share the holiday season with us. Sea you soon!”

JellyfishVentura.com

LINEAGE BOTANICA

The elegance of Lineage Botanica is conveyed in the narratives of each creation. We envision a contemplative lifestyle brand where every element of home life is a touchable, usable treasure.

Home Decor | Restored Eastern European Textiles | Handwoven Indigo | Embroidery | Towels | Pillows Throws | Bags | Aprons | Apothecary Ojai Showroom open weekends & daily by appointment.

Call/text 415-300-7639 LineageBotanica.com

Grown locally and harvested at their peak, My Sage Gourmet offers a unique assortment of organic handblended seasonings and rubs perfect for anyone who desires to add to the delicious goodness in their kitchen.

Just good clean food!

Visit at the Camarillo Farmers’ Market and online at: MySageGourmet.com.

NEW LEAF SKIN CARE, SPA & BOUTIQUE New Leaf is downtown Ojai’s certified green spa and “an oasis in your day,” a one-stop shop for the holidays. A wonderland of clean and organic self-care products, eco-fashion, jewelry, vintage goods, and eclectic finds. Create a gift box or select one curated with staff favorites.

“We’ll mail it for you!”

NewLeafOjai.com

PARADISE PANTRY

Video and Photography by Viktor Budnik. Music in video by The Well Pennies

The Perfect Pairing Known for pairing foods and experiences Paradise Pantry offers unique gifts for everyone on your list.

Choose from more than 400 cheeses, an expansive wine selection, specialty vendors of jams, nut butters, and chocolates.

Not sure? Pair a Gift Certificate and let them choose their own!

ParadisePantry.com

PAMPA LAVA STONE GRILL

Sourced from Mt. Etna in Sicily, the ETNAWARE PAMPA Lava Stone Grill from BlueSky BioChar is an eco-friendly cooking stone that heats uniformly and arrives rapidly at ideal heat, minimizing fuel and maximizing health-conscious grilling.

Order at BlueSkyBiochar.com.

PURE WILD CO. Sustainably sourced and packaged, PureWild is the only non-GMO certified and Kosher certified clean label collagen drink available, with 3,ooo mgs of the cleanest marine collagen on the planet in each 12-oz bottle. Three delicious flavors: Lime Agave Ginseng, Blueberry Holy Basil & Mango Turmeric.

Buy locally at Rainbow Bridge and Main Street Meats.

PureWildCo.com

SESPE CREEK COLLECTIVE Give the gift of relaxation, relief and revelry with a thoughtfully curated collection of California’s best cannabis products.

Whether you seek tinctures, topicals, edibles, accessories, flower, vapes, or pre-rolls, you’ll find something for everyone on your list. An experienced staff is there to guide you whether you shop online, in-store or via discreet delivery.

Sespe.org

SANCTUM

Artful gifts for your home and loved ones to inspire peace, beauty & harmony. Sanctum’s organic, sustainable gifts nurture one’s inner sanctum. Honoring local and global artisans who respect old ways of creating, weaving and manufacturing.

Visit the store 307 E Ojai Ave., Ojai or shop online at SanctumHomeGoods.com.

SPICE-TOPIA

Get the gift of membership! Each month receive a box that includes one exclusive tea (only available to club members!), two additional teas and special treats or accessories. Your first box includes an infuser to get you started on your looseleaf tea journey.

Order online at Spice-Topia.com.

SWEET ARLEEN'S

Sweet Arleen's has been serving Ventura County quality gourmet pastries for over 10 years. Their freshly baked menu includes: cake, cheesecakes, cake pops, cookies and award-winning jumbo cupcakes that make great gifts for the holidays and all year long.

Vegan, gluten free and keto options.

SweetArleens.com

Give the gift of unmistakably delicious food this holiday!

Crafted by chefs, Good2Go is built on the principle that food is meant to be loved and shared. Our generously portioned meals, prepared with local farm-fresh ingredients, offer an easy heat-and-serve solution.

Gifts cards available at TheGood2Go.com/s/shop.

805-339-9665

GOOD2GO BY SEASONS CATERING

A delightful colorable collection of 30 peacemaking recipes you can “cook up” in the kitchen of your heart.

Authored and illustrated by longtime Ojai artist Shahastra, this enchanting book portrays countries from around the world—their foods, costumes and culture—to encourage planetary peaceful actions. A wonderful gift for ages 7–adult. $14.

Available locally at Poppies Art & Gifts, 323 E. Matijila St., Ojai, and online at ShahastraCreations.com.

TOPANGA'S FINEST

All gluten-free, each bag of beef, chicken or bacon is bursting with savory flavors, wholesome ingredients and includes a tooth flosser!

Topanga’s Finest uses premium meats and makes a fabulous holiday gift! One bite and you’ll say, “Now that’s good jerky!”

TopangasFinest.com

Angeleno

Spritz

With the citrus burst of Amaro Angeleno bitter liqueur as its base, brightened up with soda water and a hint of grapefruit, Angeleno Spritz is an easy-drinking sparkling canned cocktail perfect for every occasion.

VenturaSpirits.com

805 CRAFTHOUSE The Craft House is a blend of retail and DIY space featuring makers from the 805 and a Craft Bar. Patrons 21+ can reserve table space and DIY a variety of projects, like this interchangeable truck sign.

Enjoy a beer or wine and craft with us!

Located in Moorpark.

TheCraftHouse805.com

vomFASS Ventura Medium-bodied extra virgin olive oil and truly opulent Aceto Balsamico paired with Bruschetta Herbs. Best enjoyed with crusty French bread and a big glass of red wine! What a treat as a hostess gift or gift to yourself!

The Bourbon Old Fashioned was lovingly created by blending a small-batch bourbon whiskey with Angostura and orange bitters, natural cherry juice and refined pure cane sugar. Just pour over ice, add a cherry and enjoy this classic cocktail!

Purchase locally at vomFASS Ventura.

VomFassVentura.com

SUBSCRIPTIONS And of course, saving our top pick for last, we think that a subscription to Edible Ojai & Ventura County magazine makes an excellent gift at any time of the year! We produce four print issues per year, full of seasonal recipes, helpful how-to tips, inspiring local stories and useful farm, food and drink resources.

Each subscription helps us to continue to support and celebrate the local chefs, artisans and growers who make Ventura County an extraordinary place to live and eat.

Send us an email and we'll even make sure you have the latest issue to accompany your gift.

Subscribe here: EdibleVenturaCounty.com/subscribe-our-magazine Email us here: Info@edibleventuracounty.com