66 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM feminine and intentional.” In 2022, Jessica and her husband decided to open a small brick-and-mortar shop selling plants, flowers and coffee near their home in Mountain View. It gave her the opportunity to share her combined passions with the community. Customers can pick up a custom floral arrangement or a potted plant and also order an expertly crafted lavender latte, matcha or coffee drink to go. You’ll find the menu buried behind a small forest of potted plants. “We’ve tried hard to perfect our recipes,” Jessica says. “We actually traveled to Japan to try different matchas and meet with growers. We use ceremonial-grade matcha for our hand-whisked and cold-brew drinks.” They sourced their beans locally from Academic Coffee in San Jose. In February of 2024, Jessica opened her second Bloomsgiving location in Redwood City. The new store focuses more on creating a relaxing environment where folks can linger and relax. “I know there are other hybrid coffee shops out there, but their vibe is different,” she explains. “I’m very attracted to a peaceful, zen space where you come in and it just feels good.” A larger space than their original Mountain View location was necessary to create the right mood. “Redwood City is definitely more of a cafe space,” she says. “I wanted to do indoor seating here with plenty of plants and flowers so people can feel immersed in a serene and calming environment while being able to enjoy their beverages.” And about those plants: You can find everything from bonsai {food coloring}
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