Across Santa Cruz County, three emerging bakers are gaining attention for distinctive breads and pastries that reflect their personal stories and creative ambitions. From a sold-out Watsonville sourdough shop to eye-catching Capitola confections and a reinvented downtown café pastry case, each is helping redefine the local baking scene.
Capitola Mall
Lookout’s coverage of business and development at the Capitola Mall.
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Return of the Comic Con: Games, presentations, vendor booths and, of course, comics coming back to Capitola Mall
Surf City Comic Con returns to the Capitola Mall for a third consecutive year on Saturday, April 11, featuring not only old toys, comic books and posters but a cosplay contest and special guests.
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With Capitola Mall site rezoned, city aims to focus state-mandated growth on 41st Avenue corridor
Once redeveloped, the Capitola Mall is expected to take care of a large number of state-mandated housing units that the City of Capitola must plan for by 2031. Moving forward, the city seeks to center development on the 41st Avenue corridor, which officials say holds the best opportunities for building.
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After years of delays, Capitola City Council approves mall zoning code amendments, opening door for redevelopment proposal
The Capitola City Council approved zoning code updates for the Capitola Mall site at a special meeting Monday, finally moving into the next step of the saga and allowing a developer to submit a project proposal for the large-scale redevelopment in discussion for nearly a decade.
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Capitola City Council pushes mall zoning code vote to March
The Capitola City Council delayed a vote on zoning code updates for the Capitola Mall site to March in order to wade through last-minute information and new requests from the mall’s owner. The vote is currently scheduled for March 16.
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With city council vote, path to Capitola Mall redevelopment begins to take shape
The Capitola City Council voted unanimously Thursday to advance plans to redevelop the Capitola Mall, setting a proposed January deadline for a rezoning process that could allow the long-stalled project to finally begin to move forward.
Posted inFood & Drink
Croissants, cruffins and breakfast smash burgers: Dani O Bakeshop rises from the Capitola Mall
Dani O Bakeshop is quietly transforming the Capitola Mall’s food court into a destination for high-quality, organic pastries and sourdough, thanks to baker Danielle Orlando’s years of experience and creative vision. From cruffins to smash burgers, her growing menu and wholesale reach reflect both her culinary ambition and commitment to family life.
Posted inRecreation & Sports
Skateboard showcase comes to old Sears location in Capitola Mall
The Capitola Classic skateboard contest will take place Saturday in the old Sears building at the Capitola Mall. It’s free for spectators and participants.
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EATERS DIGEST: Tacos and treats at Capitola Mall, fundraiser for Pie Ranch and Clam Chowder Cook-Off
Find quesabirria tacos, honey cake and more at locally owned businesses in the food court at the Capitola Mall. This weekend, chef Diego Felix fundraises for Pie Ranch and the Clam Chowder Cook-Off returns to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
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Winter under the big top: Season-themed circus show comes to Capitola Mall
The Flynn Creek Circus is a Mendocino County-based performance troupe making a big splash in Santa Cruz County with a three-week run beginning Dec. 16. In a big-top circus tent in the Capitola Mall parking lot, the theatrical showcase “Winter Fairytale” presents the romance of winter in the guise of multicultural folklore and circus-style entertainment.