Spring 2011

Best Sellers in Portland, Oregon By Marta Drevniak

Zucari Home and Garden

Zucari Home and Garden, located downtown on NW 23rd Avenue, is a cozy sanctuary on a street anchored by large, well-known chain stores like Pottery Barn and Restoration Hardware.

Owner John Anderson started his business in 2000 working out of a cramped basement. Just one year later, he was able to open the 23rd Avenue location—bringing his distinctive home and garden accessories out into the light and to a larger audience.

Recently, the boutique celebrated its tenth anniversary, an exciting milestone for any small business. It’s a testament to Anderson’s ability to stock timeless, quality items in the store.

Zucari’s bright cottage-in-the-city atmosphere makes it a shining example of Portland retail at its best. The store has everything under the sun—from fragrant candles to cheerful ceramics—and a great selection of gifts for those with a green thumb.

Best Sellers
Home: Caffco, Uttermost, Midwest-CBK
Stationery: Punch
Candles: Vance Kitira, Votivo, Archipelago
Garden: Amscan, Napa Home & Garden

John K. Anderson, Owner

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Marta Drevniak

Marta Drevniak is a freelance writer and public relations specialist. Originally from Seattle, she recently relocated to Portland and is enjoying exploring the city. Marta chronicles her adventures in her blog The Real Seattle to Portland. She can be reached at marta.drevniak@hotmail.com.