Our Partners

Argaux

Argaux started as a passion project between two friends who enjoyed throwing dinner parties in college. Arden and Margaux met their Freshman year at the University of Arizona. Their friendship grew over monthly dinner parties they co-hosted for friends and roommates. Soon they were known as the “dinner party enthusiasts” and their appetite for all things food and cooking fostered their newfound interest and passion for wine. By their senior year in college friends called Arden and Margaux, Argaux. Today, Arden & Margaux are both sommeliers. Their business is based in Costa Mesa, California.

Belle & Bottle

Belle and Bottle partners with boutique, family-owned wineries to curate unique wine experiences and wine clubs. From our relationships in our backyard of Washington State to the emerging markets of the world, we are constantly seeking out wineries to watch, rising stars, and exciting trends. Our clubs explore the best of each region or focus, while maintaining our mission of connecting you to these great artisans. By using our collective power, wineries not able to reach outside of the local markets are brought to your doorstep.

Bklyn Larder

Bklyn Larder is a celebration of good food. A retail cheese and provisions shop specializing in sustainably produced ingredients, Bklyn Larder has been providing the Park Slope and Prospect Heights community in Brooklyn, NY with a welcoming place to find and enjoy hand-crafted cheeses, homemade prepared foods, and hard-to-find grocery items since its opening in 2009. They are a dedicated team eager to share their knowledge and passion with their customers and to bring the work of talented international and local producers of cheeses, meats, dairy products, jams, honeys, oils and more to their market.

Chocolate Therapy

Chocolate Therapy is on a mission to rethink the traditional chocolatier offering. Explore all the senses with flavors that include olive oil, hops, sweet potato, pomegranate, and more. Every chocolate is crafted by hand from the painting of the jewel like molds to the distinctive drizzle on top. No two chocolates are the same and there are new seasonal flavors that are sure to delight the taste buds. Visit their store in Framingham, MA or indulge in the chocolate decadence from afar by placing an order that will be shipped right to your door.

Chokolatta

Chokolatta is the result of two cultures fused together, you will not only find a wide variety of chocolate products, but you will also find a distinguished menu of tempting drinks. Our founders Andrea & Oscar, created the perfect blend between two cultures by bringing their passions together. Andrea’s love of local Mexican ingredients and Oscar’s pure love for Guatemalan coffee made Chokolatta go from a dream to a reality. Our founder’s loving relationship is what makes Chokolatta’s ambiance so cozy and welcoming. They want to make you feel like family.

Cooper Kettle Bakery

Helen, the owner of Copper Kettle Bakery, grew up in South Wales. Her mother used to take her to a café in their village that served tea, Welsh Cakes, and other sweet breads. They filled every teapot with boiling water straight out of their giant “copper” kettle. As a child, she told my mum: “one day, I am going to open a bakery and call it Copper Kettle Bakery.” After her mother passed away in June of 2013, she found herself craving the taste of Welsh Cakes and began griddling them for her sons, Miles and Noah, then for neighbors and friends and as requests grew, she realized she had found her calling so in the fall of 2013, she made it official by opening Copper Kettle Bakery.

Corner 103

Lloyd Davis opened Corner 103 on the historic Sonoma Square in 2015. Lloyd’s goals were (i) to create a unique environment where his guests would feel comfortable learning all aspects of wine in a friendly, non-intimidating, and fun way; (ii) continue his track record of producing approachable, award winning wines; and (iii) demonstrate the proper way to pair wine with food. He wants his guests to understand that they are already a “wine expert!” Corner 103 is a “must visit” for all wine lovers coming to Sonoma Valley and was ranked as one of the top 10 best wineries in the country by USA Today!

Dallmann Confections

Isabella Knack, owner and head chocolatier of Dallmann Confections creates rich, decadent chocolates for any and every occasion. A native of Austria, she weaves flavors and memories from her childhood with inspirations from travels and stories from around the world in her spectacular truffles. Their virtual chocolate tour transports you on a culinary journey of fusion flavors and delectable delights. 

Dana Farner, Certified Sommelier

Dana Farner has spent most of her life in restaurants, most recently as Beverage Director and Sommelier of Wolfgang Puck’s CUT at the Beverly Wilshire. Her wine career began in NYC as Sommelier at Blue Water Grill after her passion for blind tasting took hold. Outside restaurants, Dana was Regional Director for SevenFifty and serves as Wine Advisor for private clients. She is now working as Wine Consultant in Los Angeles for  Massanois, a New York-based Importer/Distributor. Dubbed “the indie-rock goddess sommelier” by Jonathan Gold in LA Weekly, and “one of the best around” by Bon Appetit, Dana holds the Advanced Level certification from the Court of Master Sommeliers and an MBA from Sonoma State University.

Diniz Cellars

Diniz Cellars is California importer whose focus is sourcing hand crafted, high quality wines from Portugal’s legendary wine regions. The coupon FIVESENSES entitles you to FREE shipping in CA on orders over $40 and FREE delivery within Los Angeles. You must enter your address before the coupon can be applied. Diniz Cellars is able to ship to the following 16 states: AK, CT, DC, FL, ID, LA, NE, NV, NH, NM, ND, OR, VA, WV, WY

Farmhouse Chocolates

Farmhouse Chocolates, based in beautiful Bristol, VT, sources organic, fair trade, and local ingredients, carefully crafting dark chocolate confections that emphasize taste, texture, and aesthetics as much as they do sustainability and purity of ingredients. The company’s ethos centers on the meeting of responsibility and pleasure, and their ethics are further reflected in their environmentally friendly packaging and small batch production.

Foppiano Vineyards

Their premier location and foundation of core family values, has allowed Foppiano Vineyards to produce quality wine for over 100 years. Since 1896, their sustainably-farmed vineyards have produced ripe, expressive fruit, enabling their award-winning wines to speak for themselves vintage after vintage. Their estate Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay vineyards thrive in the temperate climate of the Russian River Valley, an American Viticultural Area Louis J. Foppiano helped to establish.

Harbor Sweets

The uniqueness of Harbor Sweets has not changed in four decades. The company still employs its original chocolate making techniques using copper kettles and wooden paddles, combined with the finest local ingredients. They do not outsource and continue to work steadily from their only factory, a red brick, non-automated facility where uncompromising hands-on manufacturing is the norm. Harbor Sweets’ longevity is attributed to its ability to apply the simple age-old concept of the Golden Rule, “treat others with honor and respect as you yourself would want to be treated”. Harbor Sweets was recognized in 2011 and 2012 as one of the top 100 women-led businesses in Massachusetts.

Inside the Cellar

Inside the Cellar is the premiere online destination for artisan crafted drinks and food. We excel at discovering incredible artisan wines, craft beer and more online. Founded in 2013 near the City of Angels, Inside The Cellar has emerged as a pioneer in the artisan beverage industry.

Marou, Faiseurs de Chocolat

Marou Chocolate is owned by Vincent Mourou and Samuel Maruta. Vincent left a successful advertising career in San Francisco to find himself in Vietnam. Instead, he found Samuel Maruta, a recovering banker living in Saigon with his wife and two kids. During a camping trip in the jungle in 2010, they quickly decided to make a break for it. On a ferry ride back to Saigon, they decided to form a chocolate company together. And the rest is history!

Maker Wine

Maker Wine is owned by Sarah Hoffman, Kendra Kawala, and Zoe Victor who started Maker to offer premium wine sans the snobbery, to highlight interesting varieties crafted by award-winning small producers, to tell the story of the producer that hand crafted your wine, and to package up “wine for one” in earth-conscious cans. They believe high-end wine isn’t just for the wealthy, distribution shouldn’t just be for the big guys, and great stories—like great wines—are meant to be shared.

Maya’s Brigadeiro

Maya’s Brigadeiro are handmade Brazilian sweets that are silky, rich, and delicious, with a center that celebrates all the rich culture in our favorite city. The company unites Brazilian and American culture by always choosing the finest ingredients, creating unique flavors, and hand making every dessert. Handmade by Maya Zellman in LA.

Milène Jardine Chocolatier

Milène Jardine Chocolatier creates high quality, artisanal chocolates made locally in New York City. Each flavor tells a story and takes the consumer on a journey to a different country to experience a new flavor. The ingredients are fresh with natural health benefits to offer a dessert that both indulges and heals. The hope is to spread happiness, celebrate diversity, and inspire a world to “Live by Love” with each chocolate.

Moonstruck Chocolate

Moonstruck Chocolate has been handcrafting amazing chocolates since 1993. With deep roots in Portland, OR, they pair their decadent chocolate with fresh flavors found in the Pacific Northwest and then hand-decorate them with intricate care. They say that they exist to craft unexpected experiences that remind people why they fell in love with chocolate in the first place! Their products are made with ethically-sourced chocolate and elevated with the use of fresh local ingredients. Their chocolates are made where the Willamette and Columbia rivers meet in charming St. Johns. .

Olé & Obrigado

 Native Spaniards Patrick Mata and Alberto Orte founded Olé Imports in 1999 while in college. Both Patrick and Alberto come from families who have been making wine in Spain since the 1800s. The first wines Olé imported to the U.S. were from Alberto’s family in Montilla. Patrick was described by Robert Parker as “one of the most driven, passionate and talented young men in the wine world.” Enologist, Alberto Orte, makes extraordinary wines in Spain and is intent on rescuing nearly extinct grape varieties such as Tintilla and Vijiriega in the DO region of Cádiz in southwestern Andalucía, and elaborating wines of place.

Seattle Chocolate/jcoco

  Seattle Chocolate Company began in 1991 in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. When the original factory was destroyed by the Nisqually Earthquake in 2001, entrepreneur and mother Jean Thompson stepped up as Owner + CEO of Seattle Chocolate, learning quickly along the way and creating a fresh new look for the chocolate category. In 2012, Jean created jcoco chocolate with a focus on feeding hungry families at its core. With each jcoco purchase, we donate fresh servings of food to those in need through partnerships with food banks in WA, CA, and NY. To date they have donated almost 4 million servings!

Slyd Wines

Slyd Wines is owned and managed by Spencer Daley who started making small batches of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon in his home garage. Using trash bins as fermentors and a small basket press, he grew up loving the process in its most simplistic form. Today, SLYD Wines has stemmed to the Santa Barbara County region. While remaining boutique- producing under 1,000 cases each year- they continue their quest to produce diverse wines for each vintage. Slyd wines partners with the Young Musicians Foundation of Los Angeles.

Spirit Horse Vineyards

Wine acts as a catalyst for connection and celebration, allowing a transcendence from our noisy world. At Spirit Horse Vineyards, our intention is to spur special shared experiences and use them as a vehicle for positive change. We want to live in a world where incredible wine and giving back go hand in hand. Our wines are not only delicious, but also support the local communities from which the grapes are sourced. We help power the Spirit Horse Riding Center rescue horse ranch and therapeutic riding center in Napa, in addition to other philanthropic organizations around the globe.

Subarz

After practicing law for many years, Daphne Subar, owner of  Subarz, came to the realization that it was time to follow her dreams and passion and open a bakery. She knew that she wanted to create something unique, tasty, and sweet. After thinking (and over-thinking) this idea for several years, and being encouraged and nudged by friends and family, she finally had the courage to take the next step. Subarz are a unique baked good, combining the crunchy texture of mandelbread and biscotti with the sweet flavor of a cookie. Subarz come in a variety of flavors, including gluten-free, nut-free, dairy-free, and wheat-free options.

Tessier Winery

Kristie Tacey, winemaker and founder of Tessier Winery, is a scientist turned winemaker. A former published research scientist who studied protein pathways, she moved to the Bay Area from Michigan to pursue a career in biotechnology, which included working on the Human Genome Project. She started Tessier in 2009, sourcing high-quality fruit from a strong network of farmers in the Anderson Valley, Santa Cruz Mountains, Arroyo Seco, and El Dorado foothills. For Kristie, sustainability is a priority. These small production wines, an annual production of 1400 cases, get unparalleled attention.

Theopolis Vineyards

Theopolis Vineyards is a small lot vineyard and hand-crafted winery located in California’s prestigious Yorkville Highlands of the Anderson Valley. Situated along Highway 128 in southeastern Mendocino County near the border of Sonoma County, the AVA is a highly elevated, rugged interior wine-growing area. Established in 2003, Wine Critic Robert Parker bestowed upon wine made from grapes harvested from Theopolis Vineyards a stellar rating of 94-96 points, a spectacular showing for the vintner’s first harvest in 2006.

The Urban Grape

The Urban Grape is known for being the first store in the world to utilize what’s called the Progressive Scale, which is a unique system of organizing wines by their body, rather than variety or region. The store concept is simple – DRINK PROGRESSIVELY – and is so popular with novice and experienced wine drinkers alike that The Urban Grape has become one of the most successful independently-owned wine stores in the U.S.l lot vineyard and hand-crafted winery located in California’s prestigious Yorkville Highlands of the Anderson Valley. Situated along Highway 128 in southeastern Mendocino County near the border of Sonoma County, the AVA is a highly elevated, rugged interior wine-growing area. Established in 2003, Wine Critic Robert Parker bestowed upon wine made from grapes harvested from Theopolis Vineyards a stellar rating of 94-96 points, a spectacular showing for the vintner’s first harvest in 2006.

Vintage Wine & Eats/Buvette LA

Vintage Wine & Eats is the perfect California comfort food spot with eclectic wines located in a cozy, warm setting in the heart of Studio City. Sip. Savor. Unwind. Vintage Wine & Eats is currently closed. Check out their sister location,  Buvette LA, located in Sherman Oaks. Same great wine list, same amazing nibbles, same great atmosphere. 

The Very Best Cookie in the Whole Wide World

What started as a passion project  ding-dong-ditching friends cookies in quarantine became a career when friends asked WHERE CAN WE GET THOSE COOKIES?! So sitting on the couch with the fam on the eve of April 10, 2020 (mom’s bday!) as we savored our cookies, I jokingly exclaimed this really is  The Very Best Cookie In The Whole Wide World, and BOOM, five days and a make-shift Shopify site later, I had my they’re spreading cookie love across the country to you and your loved ones.

V Wine Room

V Wine Room is a tasting room and wine bar like those found in California wine country. Their mission is to bring boutique international wines and craft beer to LA, offering an extensive list of wines by-the-glass and providing wine flights and education in a relaxed atmosphere for people to enjoy.

Wine Expressions

Wine Expressions removes the “snooty” out of wine. Founder Nicole Ward has spent her entire career in the industry from the East Coast to Napa to San Francisco, and now San Diego. She has worked in fine dining restaurants and for prestigious wine importers and wholesalers. She has traveled throughout California and Europe and believes, “you don’t have to spend a ton of money to have a great bottle of wine.”

Xocolatl Chocolate

Xocolatl is the original Nahuatl word – spoken by Olmecs, Mayans, and Aztecs – for chocolate. Their small batch chocolate is made from cacao that is sustainably and ethically grown, harvested, fermented, and sun-dried on small farms throughout the Americas and East Africa. They use only two ingredients – cacao and organic cane sugar – in the single-origin dark chocolate. Their flavored bars are also made of two-ingredient chocolate, but have additional flavor ingredients like peppermint, coffee, coconut milk, and sea salt, all sourced with an eye for local, organic and fair. Vegan, soy and gluten free.