Yep! It's that time again!
Times get hectic and demands for your time come by the sleigh load during the holiday season, so I am making it easy for you by considering these gifts I came across lately. Most of these are sourced from Atlanta retailers, so if you are in my city, feel good about supporting entrepreneurs of Georgia’s capital. And if they can’t arrive on time for the 25th, just show the receipt or a photo of your purchase assuring it’s on the way. Keep in mind that most of these gifts can be given anytime throughout the year including birthdays, graduations, or whatever the occasion is, ya heard?!
Happy holidays and a prosperous New Year!
Besides the numerous delectable combinations of fresh
popcorn such as the very popular “Harmony” mix with caramel and cheddar cheese
owner Amy Tyler concocts, Indulge also has two-gallon Christmas tins that can
be filled with up to three flavors so everyone wins. They are also offering
gift sets including popcorn, premium chocolates, hot cocoa, candy canes, and
dipped pretzels. Visit their Krog City Market location so you can build your
own set. Order online or at Indulge’s physical location and get it poppin’!
They’re in Atlanta! Go here: Indulgepopcorn.com
at Krog Street Market
City Winery has multiple locations throughout the US and
for good reason. They provide an intimate experience featuring some of the
hottest soul, jazz, folk, and R&B acts in the country, coupled with
top-notch food and beverage table service. Of course, wine is their thing straight
from their vintages, so this gift
basket including two bottles of wine, coffee prepared in house, dry
good items, a holiday card, and free shipping will jazz things up. Also
consider a gift
card that’s perfect for any wine enthusiast loving the live shows. Oh!
And Jon B, Anthony David, Raheem Devaughn, Chrisette Michele, Howard Hewett and
Bilal are just a few of the amazing acts coming upcoming up.
They’re in Atlanta! Go here: City Winery
Atlanta at Ponce City
Market
My bro Brandon and his BM Franklin & Co. is blowing up! Originally based in New York City, this renowned trendsetter of haberdashery
has a successful location in Atlanta’s Buckhead District and recently has a
second store in Ponce City Market. Set up a custom fitting appointment and
standout from the rest in style. Rest assured, a hat from Mr. Franklin will be
the talk of any event you step in.
They’re in Atlanta: Bmfranklinco.com
and Ponce City Market
How about a one-stop shopping experience to support
Black-owned companies to your holiday shopping while supporting the community? The
Village Retail has it all on the second floor of the always bustling Ponce City
Market, everything from clothes to candles, cologne, toys, jewelry, and more
are collectively in one store. Plus they have gift cards! (And the Black-owned Bar Vegan of the Pinky Cole Slutty
Vegan franchise are on the same level for the win.)
They’re in Atlanta! Go here: The
Village Retail at Ponce City Market
Atlanta-based musician, influencer and entrepreneur Chris
Classic hand blends, bottles and boxes his line of Savoir Faire unisex
fragrances inspired by the Diaspora that are “…authentic, bold and yet
extremely sensual” so that his city and beyond can smell amazing. Visit the
site for other products as well, including candles, eyewear, clothing, and more.
It’s in Atlanta! Go here: Savoirfaire.store and The Village Retail
One of the most renowned institutions in the
history of American craft brewing, Firestone Walker is dishing out an amazing
collection of limited releases from their barrel aging program. With selections
like the Side Roads dry-hopped wild ale with grapes and tangerine, to the Heavy
Things Vintage barleywine aged in brandy barrels, these are extremely rare and will
wow any true beer enthusiast.
Go Online: Firestone Walker's Brewmaster’s Collective
Know someone who loves to get their barbecue on? Meat
Sweats is changing the grilling game with three signature spritz recipes for
pork, chicken, and beef—"Hog Wash," "Bird Bath," and
"Bull Spritz" respectively—to guarantee the even distribution of flavor,
moisture, and even appearance for meats and vegetables, through their included spray
bottle application.
Go online: Meatsweatsusa.com
Yep! It’s winter season and vests are in, so why not rock
a Waxed
Down Puffer Vest that’s crafted to combat various inclement elements
while still looking fly? ORVIS knows the outdoors, so rest assured, this is a
confidence booster for layering up and dealing with whatever Mother Nature has
in store.
They're in Atlanta and national! Go here:
Orvis in Atlanta and
Orvis.
Know someone who loves to travel? There is a high-end fashion
Atlanta store called ANT/DOTE selling this Chicago City Kit
by Aesop which features nine travel-sized amenities including herb-based skin products
to keep them feeling fresh, including a geranium leaf body cleanser, parsley
seed anti-oxidant facial toner, and more. It may be named after the Windy City,
but you get it in ATL.
It’s in Atlanta! Go here: ANT/DOTE
Any globetrotters in your friends and family circle? If
it’s all about meaningful gifts, this reusable zip-top packet comes with a trio
of TSA-sized amenities, including essential-oil based travel-size wipes; alcohol-based
hand sanitizer coming in 11 blends such as sandalwood; and surface and air mist
cleaner. They even have eight complimentary, personalized sticker messages that
come with this gift delivering a thoughtful “Bon Voyage”!
Go Online: Planeaire.com