Philadelphia, PA
- With holidays almost here, anyone looking for last-minute gift ideas, or for those who have yet to start shopping and need that extra push to do so, this list of Philadelphia area restaurants, bars, and retail store’s offer an array of unique and stellar gift ideas that can check off even the most eclectic of holiday shopping lists.
The Ultimate Philadelphia Christmas Gift Guide
Several of the businesses require purchases to be made in advance of the holiday in order to prepare the gifts for in-store pickup or ship them in a timely fashion for received before the holidays.
Brewing Company Gift Ideas
To keep the holiday tradition alive, Delaware County neighbors and friends 2SP Brewing Company and Wawa have partnered yet again for Holiday Reserve Coffee Stout's highly anticipated release. Available at select Wawa locations, 2SP Brewing Company in Aston, PA, and across the four-state region of Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, and New Jersey at select distributors all holiday season long. That beer buff on your shopping list? This one is for them. 120 Concord Rd #101-103 | 484.483.7860 | https://www.2spbrewing.com/
Art in the Age Gift Ideas
Art in the Age, Old City's one-of-a-kind tasting room, home bar supply, and bottle shop, has hit the nail on the head this year for imbibers across all holiday shopping lists with the addition of their new gift packages featuring all-inclusive DIY cocktail kits. Available now through the holidays for purchase online and via curbside pickup, Art in the Age's gift packages include three cocktail kits: Martini Gift Package, Old Fashioned Gift Package, and Beginner Bartender Gift Package, as well as the ultimate Art in the Age fan package, including branded glass, flask, tote, mug and more. All packages are available for $120 on their website. Besides, Art in the Age offers various spirits, bitters, shrubs, glassware, books, and more available for purchase online or in-store. 116 N 3rd Street | 215.922.2600 | http://artintheage.com/
East Passyunk Avenue Gift Ideas
East Passyunk Avenue, home to over 150 independently-owned businesses in South Philadelphia, has many holiday gift offerings this season. At The Bottle Shop, customize a classic gift such as a bottle of wine with personalized engraving, purchase gift certificates, and shop ready-made gift baskets fit for any imbiber on your list. Head over to Occasionette for holiday cards, ornaments, and even curated git boxes, including a Self-Care Gift Box, Merry & Bright Gift Box, Baking Gift Box, and more. For the animal lover on your list or even for your own furry pals, check out Amelie's Bark Shop for their highly coveted Mystery Boxes and brand-new Christmas treat sets. For online ordering and in-store pickup information, check out their respective websites for availability and further details. 1904 E. Passyunk Avenue | http://www.visiteastpassyunk.com/
Forsythia Gift Ideas
Forsythia, Old City's modern French bar and restaurant from Chef Christopher Kearse, has crafted a stellar gift basket fit for the most discerning foodies on your shopping list. The robust holiday gift basket includes cheese, saucisson sec, house-made pasta and sauce, macaroons, truffle honey, jam, fresh-baked Forsythia focaccia, and a bottle of wine for $100. Orders are required one day in advance of pick up. Available for online ordering now until Monday, December 21, and ready for pick up on Wednesday, December 23. Additionally, Forsythia is offering a gift card special. Guests who purchase $500 total receive an additional $100 gift card to enjoy themselves, or as an added gift! 233 Chestnut Street | 215.644.9395 | www.forsythiaphilly.com
Jet Wine Bar Gift Ideas
Jet Wine Bar, Philadelphia's "global vineyard," offers holiday bundles perfect for the wine connoisseur on your list, consisting of a stellar selection of wine gift packs and a premium cheese package. There are five wine gift packs to choose from, and each pack has three bottles included. The bundles are sorted by Black Owned/Operated, Female Winemakers, Orange Is The New Wine, Au Naturel, and Rosé All Day, and range in price from $55 - $99. As for the assorted cheese and accouterments, the package consists of three kinds of cheese, house-made pimento cheese, two buttermilk biscuits, pickles, and jam, for $25. Additional holiday gifts include gift certificates and Jet Wine Bar t-shirts, stickers, and tote bags. Red and green tissue paper is available as gift wrap for all holiday bundles if desired. All of the above offerings are available now for purchase online, in-store, or over the phone. Pick up is available until Friday, December 24. 1525 South Street | 215.735.1116 | http://jetwinebar.com
Philadelphia Brewing Company Gift Ideas
For the beer lovers on your holiday shopping list, you'll want to hit up Philadelphia Brewing Company, one of Philadelphia's oldest and largest breweries. From pale ales to porters, Philadelphia Brewing Company offers an array of craft brews that are sure to impress. Treat your loved ones to a six-pack of Kenzinger Pilsner or Walt Wit Belgian-Style White Ale this holiday season and win the award for best gift-giver. Available now in single bottles, six-packs, and cases for in-store pickup and online ordering. Check out their website for merchandise, including growlers, glassware, t-shirts, and more. 2440 Frankford Ave | 215.427.2739 | http://philadelphiabrewing.com/
The Little Hen Market Gift Ideas
The Little Hen Market, a popular French-BYOB turned prepared foods and gourmet market in Haddonfield, NJ, is the one-stop-shop for the at-home cooks and aspiring chefs on your list. Choose from an extensive selection of gourmet cheeses, charcuterie offerings, and up-scale kitchen accessories, as well as professional-grade French cookware from de Buyer USA. Gift certificates are also available online. 220 Kings Hwy E | 856.528.2282 | https://littlehenbyob.com/
