I’ve been doing this thing lately where I totally mess up the seasons. To give you one embarrassing example, when I was surprised by the cost of flights to Arizona this week, I actually said “is it because of spring training or something?” Oh wait, it’s December 1st. Definitely not. I’m not sure what happened but I think it has to do with the fact that 2016 has zoomed by.
Now, with Thanksgiving behind us, it is onto those pesky present-based holidays. I dig the holiday lights, the festive Christmas trees and of course all the cookies. But the present ideas is hard. If you’re like me, getting some suggestions is a much-needed stress reliever. As a food lover and celebrator of amazing local products and businesses, I’ve compiled my Top 10 food-centric Portland-based gifts to be giving this year, perfect for anyone on your list.
Plus, I’ve got an awesome giveaway of most of these items for you, lovely readers!
Enter to win by leaving a comment below or via Instagram between now and December 10th! The winner will be announced on December 12th!
Give ’em sweets:
- Alma Chocolates: These handmade truffles and chocolate bars are outstanding. Go with the Alma Favorites Collection for the chocoholic in your family, which includes 8 bonbons, a Hazelnut Crunch Double Bar, and their killer Salted Caramel sauce. Perfect for: the chocoholic on your list.
- Quin Candy Hot Chocolate Magic Mix + Vanilla Bean Marshmallows: With the cold winter months ahead, this mix is seriously the best, especially with their freshly made marshmallows. Perfect for: the kiddos.
Give ’em a drink:
- Sokol Blosser Wine: This is one of my favorite wineries in the Willamette Valley with their gorgeous tasting room and great wines at reasonable prices. The Sparkling Rose of Pinot Noir is my top choice! Perfect for: that holiday party you’re attending.
- Steven Smith Teamaker Tea: As noted in my last post, I love the tea lattes from Smith. Pick up a Bungalow Crème Caramel Latte Kit for a superb present. Looking for something simpler? Their holiday the Silent Night holiday blend is outrageously good. Perfect for: your mother.
- Nossa Familia Coffee: With a family farm in Brazil and a roasting facility in the Pearl, Nossa focuses on sustainability and bringing you high-quality coffee. I’m not a coffee drinker but I love what they are about. Pick up the Festa Holiday Blend made with Brazilian bean and hints of mulling spices, orange zest and plum. Perfect for: the coffee addict.
Make ’em cook:
- Gift subscription to Bon Appetit magazine: While not Portland-based, this magazine is a huge supporter of the Rose City, regularly featuring our top restaurants and sponsoring Feast. I truly love the articles, Editor’s Note by witty Adam Rappaport and the recipes they create. Perfect for: the passionate home cook.
- Everyday Cooking by Minimalist Baker: Portland-based blogger Dana Schultz has some of my favorite recipes. Her new cookbook is filled with delicious, vegan, easy recipes that require only 30 minutes or less, 1 bowl or 1 pot, or 10 ingredients or less to prepare. Perfect for: your health conscious friend.
Take ’em on an adventure:
- Explore Portland on a Forktown Food Tour: I love experiential gifts so taking folks on these tours is a total blast, even for locals. Give a gift certificate or join along. Perfect for: your parents or visiting relatives.
- Eat your heart out at Mae PDX: Impress them with reservations to the hottest supper club in town (get on their email list and check your email often for when they open up the next reservations!). The Southern cooking by Maya Lovelace in a cozy, family-style setting is insanely good – those fluffy biscuits and perfectly crispy fried chicken, you won’t leave hungry or disappointed. Perfect for: a fun date night with your special someone.
- Learn all about wine at Angela Estate: Wine tasting and lunch is a fabulous way to spend a day, no matter the time of year. At the Angela Estate tasting room, tucked next to Inn at Red Hills in Dundee, not only do they specialize in delicious Pinots but also teaching guests all about wines in an incredibly entertaining and approachable manner. Perfect for: your best girlfriends.
Don’t forget to enter to win the Bakery Bingo Holiday Gift Guide giveaway!
Enter by commenting below or via Instagram.
One lucky winner will win:
- December issue of Bon Appetit magazine
- Sokol Blosser spatula, opener and Pinot Noir salt
- Angela Estate Winery wine opener
- Box of Alma Chocolate truffles
- Carton of both Smith Tea Silent Night and Morning Light
- Quin Candy hot chocolate mix + vanilla bean marshmallow
- Nossa Familia Festa Holiday blend ground coffee
Max of two entries per person. Must be over 18 and live in the US to win. Contest ends December 10th 11:59pm PST. Winner will be announced December 12th.
christina purvis says
Awesome gift guide! Thanks for the post and giveaway!
bakerybingo says
Thanks! Happy holidays!
deb fann says
ooooo, vanilla bean marshmallows!!!!
bakerybingo says
SO SO GOOD!
Meredith {MarthaChartreuse} says
Love that you featured NOssa! They really are the very best.
bakerybingo says
They are the sweetest, and such a good company to support! Plus I do know that most people aren’t weirdos like me and actually do like coffee. 🙂
Rachel says
Yay for some holiday gift giving advice. I’m always overwhelmed by that part!
bakerybingo says
Me too. Gift guides and exchanges are my saving grace.
JennW says
Love the food tour idea! Thanks!
bakerybingo says
It is so fun! Plus if you go as part of your gift, it’s like a present to yourself too 🙂
Erin @ PLATINGS AND PAIRINGS says
I love the idea to take friends on an adventure instead of giving an actual gift – It’s so much more meaningful and memorable! But, your list of gifts is pretty awesome as well Erin!
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Excellent list! These are all some of my favorites too!
Create/Enjoy says
What a fantastic bundle giveaway!! Love those local brands!
jason Stanley says
I love Nossa Familia coffee! Great pick 🙂
Gabriela says
LOVE Smith Tea! Great idea for stocking stuffers and they have an awesome tour of their 2 spaces in Portland where they do tastings…it’s definitely on my holiday list to check out!
Sarah @ HERE WE GO FLOATING says
Such a great list! I think I’ll be gifting some Sokol Blosser wine to my out of state family. And maybe gifting those marshmallows to myself 🙂
bakerybingo says
Great idea to make sure you’ve included yourself on the list!
Jenni says
Fantastic foodie gift guide for sure. So many favorites… also, some new to me things! I love magazine subscriptions as gifts because they give all year long.
bakerybingo says
Exactly. I love receiving magazines someone has sent me for that same reason. Glad you agree!
Catherine @ Ten Thousand Hour Mama says
I’ve been meaning to give Quinn a serious try, and that hot chocolate/marshmallow combo seems just the ticket!
April says
Great list! I’ve been hearing good things about Mae and I want to check them out. And Alma is having an open house this weekend!
bakerybingo says
Oh that’s good to know! Mae is phenomenal – you must try it!
Kelly D says
These items would be great for celebrating the holidays.
Joan Kubes says
What a great giveaway! You had me at Chocolate truffles!
bakerybingo says
Right?! Who doesn’t love chocolate?!
Jennifer W says
What an awesome gift guide. I’m always on the lookout for new chocolates to try. My husband always laughs at me when we travel because I always have to research the best places to buy chocolate.
bakerybingo says
Hey, that’s a great way to travel! I support you!
Ann says
Great giveaway! All the items sound terrific!
Good luck to everyone! Happy Holidays!
Holly says
Count me in! These all sound amazing 🙂
Kayte CookWatts says
The Alma truffles sound amazing, but I have never been able to drag myself away from the Thai peanut butter cups!
Julie says
All of this sounds great! Those Alma Chocolates are to die for, I bet.
Angela Hendricks says
The Alma Chocolates sound divine!