Delicious local food and drink products that are sure to please everyone on your list this holiday season.
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With botanicals foraged from here, Hollister Ranch, T.W. Hollister & Co.‘s one-of-a-kind bottles of Dry and Red Vermouths are a perfect gift for those who love to savor the day. Enjoy it on the rocks or inside a cocktail. Cheers!
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This holiday season, choose Kitchenette and consider your holiday shopping covered. Kitchenette offers two ways to gift convenient, gourmet frozen meals and dishes (a la carte or via subscription) for everyone on your list: digital gift cards are easy, thoughtful, and delivered instantly, digitally. Send delicious dishes—like the Miso Chicken Dinner, Buddha Bowl, Turkey Meatballs in Marinara Sauce, Chickpea Braise, and Chocolate Chip Cookies—directly to the doorstep of a friend, family member, teacher or any recipient with a gift delivery. Order online for local delivery to Goleta, Santa Barbara, Montecito, and Summerland. Shop in person at The Eddy.
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Send a taste of Montecito as a gift this year!! Born on the coast of Montecito CA, YSIDRO is a sophisticated take on the classic spritz. Crisp and refreshing, YSIDRO’s bright notes of ruby red grapefruit, tart acidity and a touch of salinity are anchored by the mellow brilliance of our top- shelf Junmai Gino sake, creating a drink that is supremely balanced, refreshing and complex. At 6.9% abv, YSIDRO can be enjoyed over an afternoon lunch, on an outing with friends or as the start to an evening with good company. Sun soaked and salt sprayed, YSIDRO is for curious tastemakers.
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Whether you need a hostess gift or just something to get you through the holiday with the in-laws, Farmacy has you covered. Save big with huge sales daily from Green Wednesday all the way through to Cyber Monday. Friends and family in town? Bring a visitor to the shop and get 35% off your entire order for both of you. Stock up and enjoy the holidaze with more laughs and less stress. Shop your Farmacy today. Santa Barbara (128 W. Mission St.), Isla Vista (6555 Pardall Rd.), and Santa Ynez (3576 Madera St.).
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Sideyard Fruit-Infused Vinegars are giftable pantry staples for drinks and dishes. Made with organic apple cider vinegar, Sideyard Vinegars are pure, strong, full of probiotics and free of added sugars. Designed to shine in mocktails, cocktails, vinaigrettes and more, these vinegars make the perfect gift for anyone seeking a new, go-to kitchen companion; food lovers, drink enthusiasts and farmers market patrons. Order online (shipping nationwide) or shop locally: The Daisy, Helena Avenue Bakery, The Eddy, Pierre Lafond, Oat Bakery, Santa Barbara Company, Folly, Sunkissed Pantry, Westward General, Botanic Garden Gift Shop, Idyll Mercantile, Island Seed & Feed, and Elder Flat Farm.
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Mizuba Tea Co. purveys heritage Japanese matcha green tea and has decade-long friendships with traditional tea farms in Japan. A Santa Barbara staple in beloved coffee shops like Dune, Cajé, Dart, Dawn Coffee, KIN Bakeshop, and more, you know Mizuba’s matcha by its verdant quality (and the fact the teas are non-GMO, certified radiation-free, certified heavy-metal-free, vegan, and gluten-free). Your favorite matcha can easily be made at home with any of Mizuba’s outstanding selections (Mizuba Daily Matcha is an excellent place to start!). Enjoy 15% off with exclusive code MIZUBASB at www.mizubatea.com (discount available through January 1, 2024).
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Discover your holiday gift baskets at The Eddy. Choose from pre-assembled options or create your own, packed with delightful artisanal treats. Operating hours: Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (CLOSED on Thanksgiving Day), and Saturday to Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit us at www.shoptheeddy.com | @shoptheeddy | 137 E. De La Guerra St., Santa Barbara.
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The naturally leavened Italian brioche called Panettone is a Christmas tradition, embodying the spirit of celebration and togetherness, and the artisanal bakers at Bree’osh have perfected the art of crafting this luxurious treat. Our traditional flavor, candied orange and cherry, is carefully crafted with flour, water, sugar, egg yolk, honey, salt, butter, candied lemon, candied orange peel, and cherries. The topping is made of sugar, almond, egg white, cornstarch, and pearl sugar. A panettone includes 8-10 servings and has a two-week shelf life.
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