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Treat Yo ’Elf to this Baltimore Shop Small Holiday Gift Guide

Treat Yo ’Elf to this Baltimore Shop Small Holiday Gift Guide

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Gift guideOh, deer — it’s the holidays. You snow what that means, right? Last-minute gift shopping! 

If you’re currently last-minute holiday shopping, feel free to utilize this gift guide; it totally sleighs. Best of all, you won’t have to wait for any packages to be delivered because our gift guide features all local, Baltimore businesses.

For the Sweet Tooth
Passing through Candy Cane Lane?

Balti’Marons
They’re delectably scrumptious. Balti’Marons is infamous for their handmade, French macarons in 175+ flavors. This holiday season, give the sweet tooth in your life some French delights. We recommend their macaron tower or custom dozen box. Balti’Marons has an extensive flavor list including fruity, chocolatey, sugary, and even boozy options.

Charm City Chocolate
Charm City Chocolate’s bonbons and truffles make us melt. Their infamous chocolate is handcrafted following family recipes and traditions. Charm City’s chocolates are sure to charm anyone — especially gifts like their hot chocolate bombs, chocolate-covered pretzels, cherry cordials, chocolate-covered Oreos, and assorted truffle boxes.

Mouth Party
Sleigh, what? A party in your mouth? Mouth Party is a local business specializing in mouth-watering caramels. In 2006, Mouth Party was founded after the owner’s step-mother, Jane, was diagnosed with lymphoma. Today, Mouth Party shares Jane’s family recipe and donates to local nonprofits and charitable organizations. Mouth Party’s gift bags, gift boxes, and caramel sauces are the perfect holiday gift(s).

The Apple Lady
We apple-solutely adore The Apple Lady. Lisa Anne, the Apple Lady, has crafted and retailed gourmet caramel and candy apples for 20+ years. Her tasty treats have even been featured on Food Network. How do you like them apples? Surprise someone this holiday season with the infamous limited-edition “Grande Gift Apple 2021.” Or, give the holiday apple sampler (because it tastes just as good as it looks).

For the Creative
It’s time to activate the right brain.

Annie Howe Papercuts
Annie Howe founded “Papercuts” in 2010, after graduating with a BFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art. Today, she specializes in multimedia in illustration, surface design, and three-dimensional work. This holiday season, Annie Howe is retailing unique ornaments and holiday greeting cards.

Curiosity
Time to spruce things up a bit…and get curious. Curiosity is located in Harbor East and features unique ornaments and decorative objects for the home, which make for great holiday gifts. All items are curated by local shopkeeper and interior designer, Katie DeStefano.

Row House 14 
After experiencing years of burnout in a classroom, Heidi  — a former teacher — utilized stationary and papermaking as a creative outlet. Today, Heidi runs Row House 14, a local business retailing hand-crafted paper and stationery. By the way, did you know that her products are recycled and sustainable? We totally recommend her holiday cards and cute stickers.

Tiny Dog Press
Baltimore’s Tiny Dog Press crafts their invitations and cards with an authentic C&P press. Due to its process, each product is unique. For the Baltimorean in your life, Tiny Dog is pressing Baltimore-centered prints, cards, notebooks, and coasters.

For the Green Thumb
Very frond of someone? Gift them a plant or two.

B.Willow
Everyone romaine calm; B.Willow is here to help with last-minute shopping! B.Willow sources locally-grown plants and products, such as assorted succulents, macrame wall hangers, handmade candles, and sacred elements tonics.

Good Neighbor
Good Neighbor sources and curate local products and plantwares. This holiday season, gift the plant parent in your life beautiful and modern plantwares.

For the Foodie
Not your average cheese-y holiday gift.

Bon Apple Cheese
Bon Apple Cheese is so gouda — seriously. They specialize in gourmet charcuterie boards, which range in size and price. This year, surprise someone with an artfully-designed charcuterie board. It’ll show them that you’re grate-ful for their presence. 

Schola
Schola is an famous cooking school in Mt. Vernon. They have an extensive range of cooking classes in various expert levels, styles, and cuisines. Lettuce celebrate the holidays with gift certificates for Schola’s cooking classes. 

The Seasoned Olive
The Seasoned Olive is known for its gourmet vinegars, oils, spices, and foods. Truly, their products are phenomenal. They know it’s that thyme of year, so they’re offering monthly subscription boxes for the foodie in your life. Boxes typically come with oils, vinegars, herbs, and kitchen accessories.

For the Wine Aficionado
Since they know it’s the most wine-derful time of the year.

Angels Ate Lemons
Angels Ate Lemons might not have milk and cookies, but they do have wine. Located in Charles Village, Angels Ate Lemons carefully sources and selects natural wines, sakes, ciders, and meads. Beyond their delicious products, their labeling and storefront are aesthetically pleasing.

We highly recommend gifting their monthly wine subscriptions. They’re currently offering: People’s Cup, Red Spectrum, Sans Soufre, and HILMA.

Bin 604
Prosecc-ho-ho-ho. Bin 604 is a local favorite and staple. They truly bring the best wines to Harbor East! For your wine lover, we recommend their Case of the Month. The Case comes with 12 full bottles of wine for only $99. 

Wine Collective
Wine Collective was founded by two best friends who bonded over the East Coast, home-cooked meals, and wine. Fueled by a quest centered around wine, they opened the Wine Collective. The Wine Collective curates the best wines to pair with holiday food and treats. We recommend their reds and rosés.

For the Beer Lover
Pass the rein-beers.

Monument City Brewing Company
Get into the holiday spirit with Monument City Brewing Company. Monument City Brewing was actually founded by brothers during a hike along the Appalachian Trail. Today, they craft smooth brews and stouts for their local community to enjoy.

For the beer lover in your life, gift them beerwares, accessories, or a refreshing 6-pack.

Nepenthe Brewing Co.
It’s the most wonderful time for a beer…and Nepenthe, of course. They’re a local brewing company specializing in IPAs and pale ales. This year, gift someone a delicious 4-pack of their infamous brews. Nepenthe Brewing Co. also offers merchandise and apparel, including sweatshirts, hoodies, tees, and hats.

UNION Gear Haus
UNION Gear Haus is partnering with their Tap Room & Brewery for the holidays. Their perfect gifts include apparel, canned glass sets, apparel, low-ball glasses, and of course, an ice-cold  6-pack.

For the Fashion Forward
Do you believe in sole mates? 

Brightside Boutique 
Ready, set, glow! Brightside is a women’s boutique centering around everything bright and glamorous. For the fashionista in your life, Brightside is retailing fuzzy socks, cozy crewnecks, flannels, and beanies

Sassanova
Since 2003, Sassanova has been curating stylish and trendy apparel, shoes, accessories, and jewelry. Their holiday gift guide entails stocking stuffers, glamorous apparel with faux fur, pajama sets, and jewelry. 

South Moon Under
South Moon Under was founded in 1968 with the desire to retail boho, yet chic, apparel. South Moon Under is retailing feminine and masculine holiday gift guides. Both guides include cozy sets, fashionable apparel, candles, accessories, and jewelry.

Tigerlillyshop
Tigerlillyshop Jewelry was founded inside Mount Vernon Marketplace by local artist Allison Fomich. Her jewelry centers around fossils, nature, and organic life utilizing mixed metals.

Gift a loved one unique and handcrafted earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and/or rings.

Happy Holidays
From the Promenade family to yours, we hope that you have a wonderful holiday season! 

If your Promenade apartment home is decorated for the holidays, be sure to share photos of your space with us on Instagram, @ThePromenadeHE

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