Four generations of Marini’s have been making quality candy in Santa Cruz, California since 1915. Our famous salt water taffy is made the old fashioned way and is machine pulled to a firm consistency using the original recipe devised by our founder, Victor A. Marini.
Carrying on a proud tradition, Marini’s Candies was ranked #3 Best Candy Store in the Nation by USA Today in 2025.
Our salt water taffy is machine pulled to a firm consistency, then wrapped on an original Model K Kiss wrapper that was purchased in the 1920’s!
Enjoy a box of our famous salt water taffy! Started on the Boardwalk in Santa Cruz in 1915 and is continued to be made on the westside of Santa Cruz at our newest location. This gourmet taffy comes in a variety of flavors. Our candy makers at Marini’s make our salt water taffy using an old fashioned recipe that was invented by our founder, Victor A. Marini. The taffy is machine pulled to a firm consistency, then wrapped on a Model K Kiss wrapper that was purchased in the 1920’s. Try each and every one of the flavors that we make, from molasses to peanut butter salt water taffy. You won’t be disappointed!
