Support Charlotte businesses with this 2023 holiday guide to local gifts
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If you’re looking to keep your holiday gifts local this year, you’re in luck. There’s a wide variety of small businesses in Charlotte with something for everyone on your list.
You can pick up gifts for your favorite foodie, coffee and tea lovers, presents such as apparel and more — and you can support hometown business ventures at the same time.
Check out these 2023 holiday gift ideas, available in a variety of price points to help you stay in budget:
Charlotte apparel from 704 Shop
Location: STE 140, 4756, 1616 Camden Rd, Charlotte, NC 28203 and online
Cost: $45 or $125
Can you get any more Charlotte than Charlotte-centric clothing from 704 Shop? Take a look at the “Purrrfect” 704 Longsleeve Tee or the Shop Process Charlotte Throwback Hoodie. Both are unisex — a bonus.
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Bath products from Curio, Craft & Conjure
Location: 3204 North Davidson St., Suite C and online
Cost: $14
For the person in your life who could use a little relaxation, check out Curio, Craft & Conjure’s herbal bath teas. They’re certified organic, and there’s enough to take two or three baths. Other bath and body options are available online, as well.
Charcuterie box from Sun Raised Foods
Location: 20035 Jetton Rd Suite D, Cornelius, N.C. 28031 and online
Cost: $39-$145
Options for a local treat from Sun Raised Foods range from The Mini Local Charcuterie Box, with a chub of Finocchiona Lamb Salami, a local cheese and Cloister Honey to the Sun Riased Signature Box, complete with a chub of Finocchiona Lamb Salami, one of Sweet Soppressata Lamb Salami, two cheeses, Garnet Gals Jelly, Crackers form The Accidental Baker and Henaff Pork Liver Confit.
Cooking class at Santhoshi’s Kitchen
Location: 1182 Stone Crest Blvd, Suite 106, Tega Cay SC 29708
Cost: $70
Give a gift that will keep on giving throughout the year, such as a cooking class at Santhoshi’s Kitchen. The Charlotte-area chef focuses on Indian cuisine, but also offers classes with Chinese, Thai and Mexican dishes, as well. Gift certificates are available, as well.
Golf gear from PXG
Location: 7101 MacFarlane Blvd., Suite 103 Charlotte, NC, 28262
Cost: Varies depending on choices
Stuff a golf lover’s stocking with premium golf balls, a new towel and a wedge brush and ball marker to help them reach the top of their game.
A massage from Nature’s Spa
Location: 6311 Carmel Rd B, Charlotte, NC 28226
Cost: $315
Give a day of luxury to a special person on your list this year. The two-hour Jingle Bell Rock experience at Nature’s Spa features a hot stone massage, plus a foot and scalp massage, along with a complimentary cheese and fruit plate and seasonal beverages.
Mama Ricotta’s gift basket
Location: 601 S Kings Dr, Charlotte, NC 28204.
Cost: $75
Food lovers, parents and fans of Italy can enjoy a gift basket from Mama Ricotta’s. Each basket includes a liter of limited edition Extra Virgin Calvestrano Italian Olive Oil; a bottle of Orlando balsamic vinegar glaze from Modena aged in cherry, chestnut and oak barrels; two cans of super premium Mutti peeled tomatoes from Parma; a 2-oz jar of Mama’s Italian herbs for sprinkling.; two boxes of organic Monograno Durum wheat bronze cut spaghetti and a jar of local wildflower Cloister honey.
Pure Intentions Coffee
Location: 2215 N. Tryon Street, Suite A, Charlotte, NC 28206, Harris Teeter locations or online
Cost: $14.99
Pure Intentions sells wholesale coffee but also offers retail sales online, so you can still pick some up for the coffee newbies and aficionados in your life. Pick up the Holiday Edition blend, which carries hints of cinnamon, apple spice and gingerbread.
Tea from Five Goddess Farm Apothecary + Tea Room
Location: 1419 E 7th St, Charlotte, NC 28204 or online
Cost: $30
Upgrade your friend or family member’s grocery store tea stash with a blend from Five Goddess Farms Apothecary + Tea Room. Choices to help them warm up this winter include digestive and immune boosting teas, along with anxiety blends, Rest + Renew and more.
Where do you shop for holiday gifts?
Where are your favorite local spots for holiday shopping? Fill out the form below or send us an email at charlottefive@charlottefive.com and let us know!
This story was originally published November 21, 2023 at 6:00 AM.
