(CLAIR | Simi Valley, CA) – We caught up with local real estate influencer Isaiah Zendejas as he left 85°C Bakery Café. He looked genuinely surprised by the experience. Isaiah is known for his real estate connections and love for featuring interesting Ventura County hot spots on his popular Instagram feed.
He told us he had stopped by 85°C on a whim, expecting nothing more than a quick snack. “It wasn’t planned at all,” he told us, holding a bag of pastries. “I just saw it, thought I’d take a few minutes, and walked in. Sometimes those unplanned stops are the best ones.”
Growing up in Oxnard in a family of 12, Isaiah’s always had a natural sense of adventure, especially when it comes to food. “When you grow up in a big family, you learn to appreciate those little moments—like finding something delicious where you least expect it,” he said.
“The strawberry cake I tried here? It felt familiar, like something you’d have at home but elevated in a simple way. It was just the right amount of sweet.”
For Isaiah, these kinds of unplanned discoveries are what make Ventura County so special. “It’s easy to get stuck in a routine and keep going to the same places, but there’s so much to explore if you’re open to it,” he said. “Honestly, that’s what I love about my job, too—showing people places they might not have noticed before.”
After his impromptu visit, Isaiah said he’ll never stop exploring the small, tucked-away spots in the area, knowing there’s always something worth finding just around the corner. “You never know what you’re going to find unless you take a chance,” he said. And coming from a guy who’s all about discovering the heart of Ventura County, that’s advice worth taking.
