Last November, in the midst of change in the 2200 block, a new store popped up on Honolulu Avenue taking us by surprise. One minute it was the Halloween Store and just a few short weeks later, on Nov. 20, The Clothing Market arrived. Everything about this store is fast and I might add fun. […]
This Sunday, May 1, is a big day in town. The Montrose Shopping Park is hosting five different events! Last week I shared about Kids ‘N Kritters, Wags & Whiskers, the Harvest Market, and the Thieves Market. This week it’s all about the food. The annual Taste Of Montrose event will be going on from […]
It’s time for bunnies, baskets, candy, and eggs! If you have seen all the traditional candy from the big companies and want to give something unique that you won’t see elsewhere, Montrose Candy Co. (2317-A Honolulu Ave.) just may have what you are looking for. MCC is featuring custom Easter baskets, an assortment of buckets […]
Did you know that the Montrose Shopping Park is one of the oldest B.I.D.’s (Business Improvement Districts) in the state? The MSPA (Montrose Shopping Park Association) comprises close to 200 businesses that are run by the MSPA board who contracts with the City of Glendale. The elected board is made up of local business owners […]
The Montrose Shopping Park is the perfect place to come and get in the Valentine mood. We have several stores that really get into the theme of things with red, white, pink, hearts and love. Jane’s Cakes & Chocolates is one of these stores. I popped in the other day and much to my delight […]
Today is my first day off after an intense eight-day shopping spree. I would like to share with you part of what it’s like to be a small store owner in the Montrose Shopping Park. One of the things that sets our little stores apart is that each owner has a vision of the marketplace […]
The Montrose Shopping Park has been getting quite a reputation for our Italian restaurants. Each one has something special to offer and I look forward to writing about all of them. I have very fond memories of when Dale and I first discovered Pasta Preziosa. It was back in 2000 when we were first opening […]
We hope you have been enjoying the peace and the beauty of the Montrose Shopping Park this holiday season. I just returned from a trip to the mall that is sending me running back to Montrose. If I never have to walk through a mall again with music blaring everywhere and the roar of many […]
Do you have some time off this coming week? There are some great ways to spend it in the Montrose Shopping Park. A trip to The T Room is good for the soul. Esma and staff have done such a wonderful job decorating it. What better thing to do then enjoy a cup of Christmas […]
I t’s so enjoyable to leisurely walk the shopping park, popping into all the stores. This week I’m starting my walk at Mountain Rose Gifts in our new spot at 3808½ Ocean View, next to the Barber Shop. The gourmet gift selection includes things like Olallieberry Cabernet Dessert Topping, Bellagio Cocoa, Holiday Pasta and Peppermint […]