Carla's Fresh Market

This Black-owned market and deli in Highland Park strikes the perfect balance between corner store and shoppy shop. In addition to stocking gourmet grocery brands like Straus Family Creamery dairy and Vital Farms eggs, Carla's offers everyday household staples and locally sourced foodstuffs. Think frozen dumplings from Woon, Mejorado tortilla chips and produce from the Santa Monica Farmers' Market. The coffee and tea bar also features pastries from May Microbakery's Sasha Pilligian, plus delicious, freshly made sandwiches that you can also preorder for lunch. Bottlewise, a curated selection from local sommelier LaShea Delaney (previously of Kismet, Tartine and OTOTO/Tsubaki) prioritizes small, minority-owned winemakers and other unique finds.