Thank you, Ground 2 Table, for making me look like a better chef than I am! Love that their spice…read moreblends are salt and sugar-free. Someone pointed out to me that we focus on cooking organic but the finishing touch is spices, so they should be organic too. (Cue my head hanging in shame as I think of my cabinet full of musty God-knows-when-I-bought-them spices). Great locally-based option and the on-the-go spices have become a staple of my purse. #12 in coffee? Yes please!

What an incredible find! I love experimenting with the different blends (my favorites are Spice…read moreBlend 1 & 4). I've been introduced to a whole new way of thinking about food thanks to G2T. Everyone I cook for loves the new spice additions! They ship fast too. I'm on the east coast and I've gotten them in as little as a day! Tip: they send in 3 packs so to save on shipping I always buy in multiples of 3.

I was a CSA customer for years. I paid in advance quarterly. The owners had some medical issues. I…read morewas patient and waited till they could restart service. After months I asked for a refund. I never got one. I was ripped off of almost $500, the cost of one quarter of weekly deliveries.

I got tot try Garden of Eden at the Yelp elite event FIT Club, on 5/31! I was drawn by their clean…read moreplatters of samples, and upon tasting peaches, strawberries, cherries, salad with feta cheese and pine nuts. The owners were nice, and explained the layout of their business. They passed out little fliers that indicated where they would be at certain times to do drop offs, and I thought it was really cool they went to UCSD campus! It's a shame they can't be at the Farmer's Market on Tuesdays, but nonetheless, I'm not aware of a locally grown fruit/vegetable business! Yay for fruits that taste just as amazing when it's organically grown. Keep up the great work and I would definitely visit next time if I am in Escondido!

I tried the wheat-free oatmeal chip, the famous "everything," mint chocolate brownie, and…read moresnickerdoodle cookies, and they were all so good! Each one was slightly chewy, super fresh, and a great size. I was honestly surprised to learn they're all vegan because they didn't taste like it at all. The service was excellent as well. I'll definitely be back to try more flavors!

If you don't know by now, Maya's Cookies are the YUMMIEST and the BESTEST. I couldn't believe…read morethey're VEGAN! Say what...was my mouth playing tricks on me?! Okay so...the founder, Maya Madsen, is a Vegan herself which says it all. You can tell these cookies were baked with loving care and with good health in mind. For some time now, I've been hooked on Maya's soft-baked gourmet vegan cookies and definitely wanted to post this legit 5-stars review. Every time I enter this cuuute cookie shop to treat myself, it's brightness and vibrant pink color scheme elevates my mood...sooo cheerful inside. I blame it on the aroma of the cookies too (lol). The staff is always super welcoming and friendly while providing terrific service. And let me tell ya'll, her Black History Collection is the BOMB.COM. It's very creative...the backstory of the theme, the artist behind the design and naming the cookies according to the theme. I highly highly recommend Maya's Cookies to the Yelp Community and beyond :-)

My friend told me about Mountain Meadow Mushroom Farm and its free mushroom compost. I finally took…read morea long drive deep into Escodido and was rewarded with some really nice, organic mushroom compost. There are mountains of compost, and all you need is a big car (ideally a truck) and some muscle to scoop them up. Mushroom compost is high in salt so you need to be careful not to use too much with fruit trees. On the other hand, vegetables love mushroom compost. They also sell all kinds of mushroom varieties (Portobello, Shiitake, King Oyster, Cremini, etc.) at their front office for a pretty reasonable price (around $12/lb). Overall, a great place to get free compost, buy fresh mushrooms, and enjoy a country scenery ride in Escondido.

Tours once a month of the farm and lots of mushroom and compost information as well as their…read moreprocess. Interesting and the owner gives the tour. Delicious selection of fresh mushrooms to buy and included with tour. Free organic compost, too, so bring a shovel and buckets if you want to help yourself.

Baker and Olive is a specialty store known for its high-quality olive oils, balsamic vinegars, and…read moregourmet food products. I love going to specialty stores for specific products, in my opinion the products are better curated and higher quality. This shop is my go-to for balsamic vinegars and their impressive gift boxes, containing four bottles of oils and vinegars. They're perfect for housewarmings or gifts for cooking enthusiasts. Before buying, you can sample every oil and vinegar they offer. My latest obsession has been fruit vinegars and soda water, prompting me to purchase several bottles of white sweet vinegars to create my own flavored beverages.

We're addicted! Family owned and the staff is fantastic - especially Kelsey! Went with the intent…read moreof buying two bottles, left with 6 w/ great recommendations by Kelsey. Highly recommend!

You just never know what you're gunna find here! Love this little hidden gem out off the beaten…read moretrack on your way to the 15 or the 78 freeway. Tucked into the hills of Vista were almost San Marcos. They always have delicious little jars of something special that you didn't know you needed. The breads are fresh and delicious and it's just the perfect place to stop when you need something special and you don't want to go to a grocery store plus I feel like I'm supporting a small business

Love this special farm stand tucked in the deer spring valley! Everything is so fresh from veggies…read moreto fruit and even the fun kitchen accessories. They have cool events from time to time but my favorite is stopping by after work to snag a last minute grocery item like eggs, a spare tomato or scrumptious bread loaf. I even brought my daughter here when she was just a week old for some fresh air and cute phot with their flower stand. I'm a regular! Love it so much!

Bought in the past, not sure where to find them now. Really enjoyed their propolis but don't see it…read moreon their website.

That is the best honey in San Diego. Dale is super…read moreknowledgeable on honey. He gave us the medicine honey. That's what he called it. Amazing!! We picked up from Dale's house. Thanks Dale.

Fun little place to visit. The couple of ladies that were there when we wandered in were fun to…read morechat with. Talked us up into a few more bars than we were planning on when we started out. I was gifting a Dubai bar to a coworker who has sampled many Dubai chocolates over the years. She said these were the best. And her sister agreed. These chocolates are easy home run gifts for the chocolate lovers in your life!

Once upon a time we joined in on one of Isabella's classes at her manufacturing facility. We…read morelearned about her chocolate making processes, travel experience and how she acquires her favorite & top tier product/ingredients that she personally selects & has familial and cultural connections to. Since then she is continuing to produce products and flavors that live up to the Dallmann name! Definitely Gourmet Quality!!! Isabella and her staff are true artists when it comes down to creating mini art pieces with unique flavors to choose from. You get to customize your order online (as this establishment is not a storefront) make your payment and it will be shipped to you. By special appointment only you can do a pick up. I suggest reaching out to them in order to arrange that. Her business facility is in an industrial complex shared with other family owned businesses and mainly this establishment is only for her private preparations of her delicious creations! Kept very clean and functional! We've been sporadic as customers ever since we got to pipe in the Grenache ourselves and sample the chocolate making process & yummy goodness! She's got very creative packaging too. So a special occasion can be very personalized too. Dark, milk, and even vegan options available. You've a choice to swap or double up on a flavor choice if she happens to run out of a particular selection. Truly spectacular products. You might even see them at a chocolate fest, or even wine or food pairing type event elsewhere! This time we tried a bar in conjunction too a chocolate box and my daughter is happy with it! I mean who doesn't love chocolate for any occasion but February is just that more special in our home. Thanks Bella and staffers! You're the best!