Meet the makers behind Gathered Local
Discover the heart and soul woven into every Gathered Local gift box. We proudly feature the incredible talents of artisans from the Central Coast of California, each with a unique story and a passion for their craft. Explore their journeys and connect with the community that makes our curated collections truly special.
Every collection has a story
At Gathered Local, our core mission is to showcase small businesses that might not yet be widely known but produce truly exceptional products. We are driven by the belief that supporting local creators strengthens communities and offers our clients unparalleled quality. Our business practices and product curation are guided by a commitment to authenticity, craftsmanship, and the celebration of regional talent. When you choose Gathered Local, you are choosing to support a network of passionate artisans.
Beato Chocolates
Handcrafted in Ojai, Beato Chocolates celebrates the playful spirit of artist Beatrice “Beato” Wood. Created by local gallerists Lisa Casoni and Heather Stobo with the Beatrice Wood Center for the Arts, each confection features Beato’s expressive artwork and wit—a joyful homage to the artist who helped shape Ojai’s creative community.
Maslina Ranch
Founded by their grandparents in Winters, California, in the 1950s and now operated from Oak View, this family farm produces fresh, small-batch extra virgin olive oil from its four-and-a-half-acre Frantoio grove—crafted to be shared with friends and family around the table.
Ojai Native Skincare
Born and raised in Ojai, Annelore Obraza is the founder and maker behind Ojai Native, creating botanical skincare inspired by the land, plants, and traditions that have shaped her life. Through Ojai Native, she brings together her Indigenous heritage, locally grown and gathered botanicals, and a love of intentional ritual to create products that carry a little piece of Ojai with them.
Bogue Milk Soap
Crafted by and inspired by the land Bogue Milk Soap began in Ojai, California, in 1973, when Grandma Helen Bogue opened Dos Manos, an all-handmade shop rooted in the creative spirit of the Ojai Valley. The goat milk soap first made for that shop became the foundation of a family craft that has continued across three generations.
Bonito Coffee Roasters
Born in Nicaragua and raised within its rich coffee tradition, Carlos Ramirez founded Bonito Coffee Roasters to bring authentic, farm-to-cup coffee to Ojai, California. Sourcing hand-selected specialty coffee beans from small family and friends’ farms in his homeland, Carlos small-batch roasts every harvest on Bryant Circle, celebrating family, community, and place in every cup.
Ojai Weekend Candles
Inspired by the places and moments that make the valley special, Jon captures the relaxed spirit of Ojai through thoughtfully blended fragrances. Each candle is hand-poured locally with 100% soy wax and phthalate-free fragrance oils.
Janet's Organics
Janet’s Organics has been making hand-crafted soaps, lip balms, herbal salves, and body lotions since 2022. Janet is an Advanced Soap maker certified by the Handcrafted Soap and Cosmetic Guild and is dedicated to using as many USDA certified organic oils, butters, and other ingredients as possible to create luxurious and beautiful body care products.
Miss Hattie's Honey
In 2020, Daniel decided to court Hattie with a jar of his decadent local honey. Once she tasted it, the conversation began. She asked to visit the hives in a bee suit and that became their first date. Prior to this, Hattie had never tasted such rich, flavorful honey so the two of them decided to start marketing their liquid gold.
Luna Hart Wines
Luna Hart Wines is a woman-owned winery founded by Gretchen Voelcker, crafting expressive, small-lot wines from thoughtfully farmed Santa Barbara County vineyards. Using minimal-intervention techniques, native fermentation, and experimentation, Gretchen creates bright, textural wines that allow each grape, vineyard, and vintage to shine.
Flora Deva Apothecary
Flora Deva is a Santa Barbara botanical apothecary creating small-batch teas, flower essences, botanical perfumes, and body-care rituals inspired by the beauty and medicine of the natural world. Each offering is thoughtfully handcrafted with a deep sense of place, inviting connection to the plants, seasons, and landscapes of California’s Central Coast.
Menchaca Chocolates
Inspired by a shared love of food, art, and Santa Barbara, Pete and his wife created a chocolate company that brings the region’s romantic stories to life. Together, they craft imaginative chocolates and handcrafted wooden art activities designed to spark creativity, connection, and joy. Their philosophy is simple: live creatively and eat chocolate.
California Coast Naturals
Rooted in ten generations of California farming, California Coast Naturals grows certified-organic olives along the Santa Barbara coast. Each harvest is carefully hand-picked and pressed on-site the same day, creating fresh, small-batch extra virgin olive oil that reflects the richness of the land and the family’s dedication to quality.