News, notes, recommendations and more from around Santa Cruz County food & drink via Lookout correspondent Lily Belli.

New research reveals how ultrasound technology can transform unsold flowers into sustainable, nutrient-rich food ingredients, ...

If you are looking for ways to show your affection this Valentine's Day, roses and chocolates are good places to start.

Why buy a heart-shaped box of chocolates when you can BAKE ONE?! ❤️This Valentine’s Day, I made a completely edible chocolate box filled with homemade chocolates! Here's what’s inside: 🍰 A ...

Why buy Valentine’s Day gifts when you can BAKE them? ❤️🎂 This year, I turned classic Valentine’s gifts into cake – from a chocolate box cake, to a flower bouquet cake, and even a perfume bottle cake ...

It's time to show your sweetheart how much you care about them. Valentine's Day is coming, and if you want to show that special someone you love them, and your state, check out these gifts made ...

Roses are also the most popular flower sold on Valentine’s Day ... send them to [email protected]. Looking for chocolates or candy?These 15 bakeries feed Erie, Pa., region's sweet tooth ...

Learn more The best chocolates bring joy ... She not only turns to chile peppers for intrigue, but spices, leaves, flowers, and berries as well. The stunning colors and shapes of Cacao & Cardamom ...

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and we’ve got you covered with unique gift ideas that go beyond the classic flowers and chocolate. At YOU magazine, our team of editors have spent ...

Edible Arrangements: All locations will offer love-themed fruit arrangements, chocolate-covered strawberries ... heart-shaped doughnuts in a customized flower bouquet box. You Make My Daisy ...

Say "I love you" this Valentine's Day with locally made sweets, special cupcakes, cookies, or even a heart-shaped pizza. Here's where to find some special treats and gifts for Valentine's Day in ...