Shopping & Arts

Half Moon Bay offers a unique shopping experience. From Pescadero to Montara, shopping on the Coastside offers a wide variety of stores from which to choose. Here are some special events and openings to consider for a day or a weekend on the Coastside. Crow’s Nest Crow’s Nest, a recently opened women’s boutique has a […]

Half Moon Bay Florists

There are two excellent & unique Half Moon Bay florists on the San Mateo County Coastside. Repetto’s Greenhouse & Florist – Half Moon Bay Florists Situated on Highway 92 at the entrance to HMB, Repettos offers a full line of floral designs for all occasions. They are a working Nursery and Greenhouse and many flowers […]

A Holiday Gift from Massage by Darla

All year long we push ourselves so hard at our jobs, supporting those we love which causes so much stress. This holiday season why not give a gift that helps alleviate that stress with a caring treatment designed to make you feel better and livelier than before. Massage therapist Darla Donovan has a wide variety […]

Celebrate The Twelve Days of Christmas in style

The holidays is a season of giving, but that doesn’t mean you should be excluded! This year, why not coddle yourself with a spa treatment at the Ritz-Carlton in lovely Half Moon Bay? A spa treatment rejuvenates the body and helps alleviate the problems caused by everyday stress. By signing up for the Twelve Days […]

Visit the Land and Sea Farmers Market!

Half Moon Bay has much to offer visitors from its natural beauty to the thriving art scene and fine restaurants. However, it is also home to many local farms and independent craftspeople who create wonderful items for sale. The best place to find local honey, fresh produce and more. Located inside The Shops at Harbor […]

Half Moon Bay, a magnificent road trip destination!

The great American road trip may be a myth to some, but to others it is a wonderful reality. Taking to the open road and following where the road takes you across this great country of ours is an adventure like no other. But did you ever think of Half Moon Bay as the end […]

Find the perfect gift at Lunar Wind Inventions

Looking for the ideal gift for a cousin, nephew or grandchild? Lunar Wind Inventions is the ideal spot for kites, science kits, wooden toys, outdoor gadgets and toys and more. From vintage reproductions by Schylling to state of the art new toys by Toysmith and more, you’ll find the most eye-catching gifts that fuel the […]

Take a bite from the Half Moon Bay Salt Water Taffy Company

Like childhood snapshots, the flavors of salt water taffy bring back memories of the past; golden pear, hot hot tamale, caramel cake, sweet bee honey and more! Walking into the Half Moon Bay Salt Water Taffy Company is like becoming a kid again. Surrounded by barrels and armed with a bag to fill, the excitement […]

Browse the selection of The Bay Book Company

In an age when people are content to read books on computers, it is becoming more difficult to find a brick and mortor store these days. However, Half Moon Bay is home to one of the best. An award-winning independent bookshop, The Bay Book Company has a strong following from readers and writers alike. Recognized […]

New Leaf Opens in Half Moon Bay

A new business has opened in the Half Moon Bay strip next to Peet’s Coffee. Specializing in organic and specialty foods, New Leaf Community Markets will bring a fresh touch of color and vitality to the area. This announcement brought in a happy crowd of ‘foodies’ and wine lovers alike on the grand opening to […]

Ink Spell Books

A whimsical store full to the brim with books of every kind, Ink Spell Books is an unusual independent bookstore just a block away from Cunha’s market. The shop is laid out with a mixture of books and DVDs, as well as collectibles and a dazzling display of comic books. A lazy afternoon flipping through […]

Toque Blanche

From imported casserole roasters to outdoor grill tongs, Toque Blanche has the tools of the trade for any aspiring cook or conesouer of the kitchen. Located on La Piazza on Main Street. A treasure trove of home cooking needs, Toque Blanche was started in 2006 to fit the needs of the devoted home chef with […]