Holiday Gift Guide 2019
Our region is full of local artisans and makers who help create a vibrant community in Northeast Florida. This holiday season we encourage you to support these advertising partners whenever possible. #loyaltolocal
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MANIFEST DISTILLING | The Local Bee
Manifest organic gin or Manifest barreled gin, Bee Friends Farm honey, Congaree & Penn meyer lemon shrub. This riff on a classic Bee’s Knees cocktail utilizes some of our favorite local North Florida purveyors. $69-$72 960 East Forsyth St., Jacksonville. manifestdistilling.com
CULTIVATE JAX | Cat Scratch Ceramic
Find handmade stonewear ceramic bowls, plant pots and more by local maker Cat Plesko, of Cat Scratch Studios, at Cultivate Jax. $36 2766 Park Street, Jacksonville. cultivatejax.com
GYO GREENS | GYO GREENS Cookbook
A collection of farm-to-fork recipes created by local chefs, beautiful photography and a spotlight on local ingredients showcasing the best of Florida's First Coast. Proceeds from each sale support the GYO GREENS mission to educate and inspire our community about sustainable farming. This is a gift that will keep on giving, one you'll want to share with family and friends. $35 gyogreens.com/gyogreens-cookbook
TIDAL WAVE ORGANICS | Botanical Sun-Care Gift Box
Enjoy beautifully protected skin year round with a variety of plant-based sun- care items. Made with zinc oxide for ultimate mineral sun protection and plant ingredients to promote glowing skin. Tidal Wave Organics specializes in botanical skincare infused with natural sun protection that is always chemical-free, cruelty-free, water-resistant and reef-safe. $42 tidalwaveorganics.com
TRADERS HILL FARMS | Local Lettuce Box Year Subscription
Traders Hill Farm is a sustainable aquaponics agribusiness that creates opportunities by growing safe, high quality food year-round while reducing environmental impact. Order your local lettuce box to stay supplied all year long! $12.50 for subscription. Contact Traders Hill 904- 518-2234, place your order, and choose a pick up location nearest you! tradershillfarm.com
HOUSE OF LEAF AND BEAN | Organic Detox Teas
Pair up Organic Chinese teas: Lucky Gut Tea, Organic Yummy Tummy and Organic Oolong along with a travel tea mug and one set of glass tea cups. $50 value for $40. 14474 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville. houseofleafnbean.com
ROYAL PALM VILLAGE WINE & TAPAS | Wine & Local Beer
Royal Palm is proud to carry a huge selection of wines from all over the world. Mix and match any 12 bottles and receive an additional 10% off already competitive pricing! Support local breweries packaged beer as well as growlers available for purchase. Royal Palm has several ciders and gluten-free beers to choose from this holiday season. Visit Royal Palm Village at 296 Royal Palms Dr, Atlantic Beach. royalpalmwines.com
PEACE PIE | Build your own Ice Cream Sandwich Pack
Build your own 12 or 24 pack with Peace Pies, each made with your favorite dessert packed inside. From Pecan Pie to Salted Caramel Brownie, we have a flavor you'll love. All build-your-own 24-packs automatically receive the buy 12, get 12 for 30% at checkout. 8 Aviles Street, St. Augustine. peacepieworld.com
THE GILDED SHELL | Tide Pool Wine Bottle Decor
Paired with your favorite bottle of wine, the Tide Pool is the perfect gift for your friends, neighbors and holiday hosts this season. Once the wine is gone, these southern hospitality beads are a beautiful coastal accent for any home. $24 - $36. thegildedshell.com
THE BIG GREEN INITIATIVE | Zero Waste Kitchen Starter Kit
The Big Green Initiative is St. Augustine’s first and only sustainable eco shop featuring plastic-free alternatives for your everyday needs. Products for the kitchen, bathroom, on-the-go reusable containers and more help you break free from plastic! Pair a starter kit with Bee Hill Farm wax wraps, Eco Coco Nut dish brushes or scrubber pads and Vegan dish washing soap. Find them at Coconut Barrel Artisan Market, Juniper Market and Genung’s Fish Camp, St. Augustine
WICK: A CANDLE BAR | Gift Card for Candle Making
Now open in San Marco! Pour your own natural soy wax candles and create custom sprays, oils, reed diffusers and body care products. BYOB. Stop by with friends or for date night, or pop in and purchase an already made scented candle! Visit Wick at1641 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville. wickacandlebar.com
AMELIA TOFFEE | Sea Salt Toffee
The sumptuous texture of this toffee comes from the salty sea air that fills Amelia Island Toffee's kitchen. Established on Amelia Island, where Spanish moss clings to ancient oaks and morning fog rolls over the Intracoastal, these toffee recipes are incredibly indulgent and make a delicious gift. AmeliaToffee.com
ONE OCEAN | Spa Gift Card
Retreat from stress and move into a state of serenity that only The Spa at One Ocean can provide. Allow us to pamper you with therapeutic massages like the Warm Stone, Asian Bamboo and Thai massage options. Customize your experience with packages like Beauty Bliss, Men's Defense and Ocean Breeze Refresher. Gift cards of at least $150 include complimentary valet parking, complimentary beverage and a special savings when you return to visit Azurea, our 4-diamond restaurant. oneoceanresort.com
NORTH FLORIDA SALES | Drinkworks
Keurig has reinvented your countertop once again with the Drinkworks drinkmaker. Discover a remarkable night in with friends and family, while enjoying the limitless possibilities of single-served craft cocktails, beer and wine, all at the touch of a button. $199 (through December 31 with the promo code HOLIDAY100). Find this at Total Wine along with select Best Buy and ABC Liquor locations. drinkworks.com
MAYDAY ICE CREAM | Mayday Pint Delivery
Mayday Handcrafted Ice Creams delivered perfectly frozen, straight to your loved one’s doorstep! Choose from over 25 different flavors. Dairy-free options too! $12 per pint (four pint minimum for nationwide shipping). maydayicecream.com
MARIGOLD THREAD | Hand-Stitched Embroidered Hoops
Brighten up the holidays with these unique and custom gifts! Each hoop is made with love by two local Ponte Vedra artists. $20-$90. For commissions email marigold.thread@gmail.com Instagram @marigold.thread
LITTLE SUN CANDLE | Littlesuns Beeswax Candle
Strike a match and behold the bold blue flames that flicker within the heart of your LITTLESUNCANDLE. Hand poured beeswax in cool cobalt glass jars boasts a modern style perfect for any space. Littlesuns’ long lasting light originates from its core, a slow burning wick which houses an even bigger treat - scents inspired by Mother Earth. Littlesuns 8 oz: $22. littlesuncandle.com
JAX COOKING STUDIO | Gift Certificate
Give the gift of cooking and make an impact for a lifetime! Jax Cooking Studio gift certificates make wonderful presents for new graduates, soon-to-be or newly-married couples and expectant parents. Ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, retirements, holidays or any occasion. This gift is sure to please! $5 – $500. jaxcookingstudio.com/product/gift-certificate
KIARTIST | Jax Skyline Ornament & Mini Cafecito Canvas
Kiartist is offering ornaments for your holiday decor, featuring her popular Jacksonville Skyline doodle, along with an array of unique mini canvas pieces depicting cafeteras (espresso makers), perfect for any café lover in your life. Order before December 15 to guarantee for Christmas. Jax Skyline Ornaments $15 & Mini Cafecito Canvases $20. kiartist.com/shop
CYPRESS FLORAL DESIGN | Christian Lacroix Fleurs 144-Page Lied Hardbound Notebook
Now open in downtown Jax! Stop by Cypress for all things floral and event design. With an assortment of unique gifts, plus a weekly market + delivery. These marvelously enchanting flowers deploy their delicate colors over this precious journal. $35. Visit the shop at 45 W Adams St, Jacksonville. cypressfloraldesign.com
CASE + DRIFT | Travel Essentials
The perfect all-purpose gifts! Case+Drift products are great for travel, cozying up at home or anything in between. Use their towels as a scarf, blanket, throw, table cloth and more! Keep stuff organized and dry with the travel bags. Starting at $40. caseanddrift.com
CORVEGA CLAY GOODS | Clay Earrings
Corvega was born out of the necessity to create. What started as a hobby has flourished into a side hustle. Each piece is made by hand and undergoes an extensive creative process. Corvega is designed to make women smile and feel their most beautiful. All earrings under $30. Instagram @shopcorvega. shopcorvega.com
SAN SEBASTIAN WINERY | Ultimate St. Augustine Gift Basket
Enjoy Vintners Red and Vintners White wines, Logo Cork Puller, Logo Wine Glasses, a selection of local made sauces and a St. Augustine based book written by a local author. $109.99. Visit the winery at 157 King Street, St. Augustine. sansebastianwinery.com
CREME DE LA COCOA | Chocolate Ornaments
The best type of ornament - the edible kind! No need to store after you display this decoration, just eat it! Break open the hand- painted, hand-cast chocolate ornament dome filled with an assortment of chocolate truffles, holiday hard candies and festive sprinkles. A great gift for all ages, it comes in white, milk or dark chocolate. $20. Visit the sweet shop at 299 San Marco Ave, St. Augustine. cremedelacocoa.com
FRONT PORCH PICKINGS | Farm Fresh Produce Delivery
Give the gift of fresh, local and convenient produce! Front Porch Pickings offers customizable farm box subscriptions with the unique ability to shop online just like you’re at the farmers’ market. They hand-pick your produce from local farms, carefully pack your order, then deliver to your door! Gift certificates available. frontporchpickings.com
LUNA NUDA WINES | Prosecco
Bright green apple flavors are the hallmark of this sparkling wine. Luna Nuda’s Prosecco is citrusy with enticing, delicate aromas of apricot, honey and hints of lemon zest. Ripe peach flavors tickle the palate before a dry and crisp finish, making this crystal clear sparkler an excellent aperitif paired with buttery popcorn or a fresh- baked holiday pie. $14.99. lunanuda.com
MARTIN COFFEE | Frosty’s Favorite
Martin Coffee Company’s most highly anticipated Holiday flavored coffee is back! Fresh roasted 100% arabica coffee flavored with graham crackers, cinnamon, hazelnut and vanilla. It's like a dessert tray in a cup. 12 oz. Net weight for $13.00. martincoffee.com
EDIBLE MAGAZINE | Subscription
For the locavore on your list. Six issues a year, right to their doorstep, filled with stories, recipes, guides and more celebrating Northeast Florida's food community. $28. edibleneflorida.com/subscribe