Shopping local has taken on greater meaning during the pandemic for a number reasons and people are embracing it wholeheartedly which is great to see. There are so many great opportunities to support local with gift giving this holiday season. We are highlighting below some of our great local finds under $75 which are perfect for gift giving this holiday season.
Santa Stops Here Gift Box by Swiss Bakery $50
Swiss Bakery, 143 East 3rd Avenue, is a beloved Mount Pleasant destination and long standing business in the community. This year they are offering a Santa Stops Here Gift Box that includes:
1 Stollen (without marzipan)
2 Gingerbread Man and Woman
1 Just Tea Tin
1 Christmas Cookies Pack
Attending Christmas dinner where someone else is doing all the cooking? What a perfect hostess gift to bring. Visit Swiss Bakery to order online. Curbside pick up and delivery is available.
Handcrafted Wooden Lit Stars By Roman & Ash Design $60
If you are looking for a unique sustainable gift that will last for years to come, consider these wooden lit stars handcrafted by Johnny Defazio of Roman & Ash Design. This star pictured is $60 with lights included. Should you wish a different design or shape say a Christmas tree, Johnny does custom work as well. Feel free to contact him directly via Instagram @johnny_defazio.
Cocktail Kits By Odd Society Spirits $34 – $58
Local distiller Odd Society Spirits is offering a number of delectable cocktail kits perfect for gift giving this holiday season. Some of the selection includes Old Fashioned Cocktail Kit for $50 using their Commodore Single Malt Whiskey, or there’s the Thornton Park Cocktail Kit using their Wallflower Gin and Crème de Cassis for $58 as well as the Modern Hound Kit using their East Van Vodka for $34. These are just a few, to see all the cocktail kits, visit them at Odd Society Spirits. Curbside pick up is available.
Cheesemonger Gift Box By les amis du FROMAGE $65
Have a cheese lover in your life? If so, check out the Classic Cheesemonger Gift Box from les amis du FROMAGE which includes 3 pieces of cheese, a Divina Orange Fig preserve and Carr’s crackers. You have the option to add more cheese and characuterie if you wish. Visit them only to place your order to see all the delish options.
ILiveInEastVan Totes $30 – $35
We would be remiss if we didn’t include our ILiveInEastVan totes in the mix. Available online for delivery or curbside pick up. Prices range from $30 – $35. You can visit our Etsy Shop online and while there, check out the new ILiveInEastVan reflective patches that can be sewn on or ironed on to whatever you choose for $12.50. They make a great stocking stuffer.
We love East Van Jam anytime of the year for their more love, less sugar frame of mind. We are also big fans of edible gifts and what a perfect hostess or holiday gift this season than a mini set of delish spreads with a variety of flavours and unique names. Made locally with BC produce, how much more local can you get? This set is available online from a favourite gift shop, Plenty + Spare in Hastings Sunrise.
June Hunter’s City Crow Calendar 2022 $25
The 7th Annual City Crow Calendar 2022 Edition by June Hunter is now available for sale online for $25. Not only does one get the crow photographs, but also 12 months of crow stories, crow facts and smaller crow photos tucked in among spaces between dates in the calendar. Each month reveals new little crow surprises. Heads up this does sell out every year, so if interested in picking this item up, best be quick.
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