Handcrafted, farm-to-table, organic, and community-focused are just some of the elements of the local food and beverage industry. Our restaurateurs, coffee roasters, chocolatiers, bakers, brewers, and distillers are passionate about the products and the processes they use to create a culinary experience found nowhere else. The Artisanal industry is defined by high quality, local, raw ingredients that are transformed into something beautiful for the eyes and most importantly, irresistible to the taste buds.

The burgeoning Santa Cruz foodie culture is supported by our proximity to numerous organic farms and the magnetic effect our city has for attracting talented and creative entrepreneurs. Exciting new things are always happening in Santa Cruz, from shared commercial kitchens to pop-up restaurants that allow chefs and aspiring restaurant owners to test their ideas before diving full-time into a brick and mortar business. Santa Cruz is the perfect place to try out your culinary flair and offer something unique to appease local appetites.