Carlsbad Visitors Guide 2008 - (Page 16) Shopping hopping in Carlsbad offers a unique blend of sophistication and casualness. The city is a haven of convenient, easy, and enjoyable shopping for designer clothing and accessories, exceptional jewelry, antiques, artisan glass and ceramics. And of course, you really don’t need that pair of exotic sandals, but when you slip them on, life just seems to get better. Downtown Carlsbad Village is just a few blocks from the beach and is filled with shops and wonderful stores to discover along the tree-shaded streets. The Village will surprise and enchant you, whether you’re simply browsing or actually buying in the art galleries, the flower sellers, the garden shops, the jewelers, and the clothing boutiques. Sidewalk cafes and other sophisticated dining options contribute to the continental feel of the Village. In the Village, you’ll find the California Certified Farmers’ Market. This is the place to go when you’re searching for the freshest fruits and vegetables, freshly cut flowers, hanging baskets, shrubs, exotic orchids, aromatic herbs, tamales, breads, pies, seafood, farm fresh eggs, locally made cheese, and more. The Market is located in the 2900 block of Roosevelt Street. Wednesdays 2–5 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m.–12 p.m. 760.434.2553. The Village Faire Shopping Center (300 Carlsbad Village Drive, 760.434.3838) This boutique-style center features New England architecture with a Caribbean flare. An enclave of over 33 restaurants, shops and services surrounds a pleasant fountain courtyard with plenty of benches for relaxing. Summer will showcase fun monthly events and outdoor entertainment. Pets on leash are welcome. Carlsbad Village Art & Antique Mall (2752 State Street, 760.730.9494) Don’t miss a visit to Carlsbad’s largest antique mall over 15,000 sq. ft. Featured are more than 100 antique dealers and artists. Carlsbad Premium Outlets (5620 Paseo del Norte, 760.804.9000) is a paradise of premier upscale outlet shopping. Among the complex’s 90 stores, you’ll find Banana Republic, Barneys New York, BOSE, Brooks Brothers, Coach, Crate & Barrel, Donna S 16 2008 | Carlsbad Visitors Guide KURT BURKHART Karan, Kenneth Cole, Polo Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, and many more of the world’s leading designers and brand names— all offering top-quality goods at great discount prices. With a unique water fountain and lots of dining options, this is an outdoor shopping experience for the entire family. Pets on leash are welcome. The Forum at Carlsbad (1905 Calle Barcelona, 760.479.0166) is a unique shopping and dining venue, a “lifestyle” specialty retail complex with a distinctly pedestrian-friendly atmosphere—a treelined main “street,” cobblestone walkways, lovely landscaping, and enchanting fountains—as well as some of the largest and most prestigious names in both retail and dining. Home to several fine restaurants and stores including Borders, Sur La Table, Z Gallerie, Bed Bath & Beyond, Talbots, Ann Taylor, Chicos, Coldwater Creek, and others, the Forum at Carlsbad is fast becoming the place to go for great gifts, excellent food, and engaging special events. Pets on leash are welcome. Westfield Shoppingtown Plaza Camino Real (2525 El Camino Real, 760.729.7927) is a wonderful shopping destination. Anchored by Macy’s, Sears, and JCPenney department stores, this super regional mall features 167 specialty stores, from Abercrombie & Fitch and Aeropostale to Anchor Blue and American Eagle Outfitters to Wet Seal, from See’s Candy and Suncoast Motion Picture Co. to Gap Kids and the Disney Store. The center also features some 24 eateries, serving everything from tempting quick bites to delicious full meals. KURT BURKHART
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