SPOIL THE HOST

1. Cardinal Spirits

A holiday sampler box from Bloomington’s craft distillery, Cardinal Spirits, makes the perfect gift for anyone curious about craft spirits. Packed with three 375ml-bottles of their handcrafted Songbird Craft Coffee Liqueur, Vodka and Songbird Flora—all which can be sipped on their own or mixed into cocktails—the sampler box is sure to be a favorite gift with even the most discriminating connoisseur. Santa says: Break up the trio and you’ve got three super stocking stuffers. $40 Available at select Big Red Liquor stores throughout Indianapolis, Cardinal Spirits in Bloomington and other retailers. For a complete list, visit CardinalSpirits.com.

2. Cheese & Charcuterie Knife by Ash Blaeds

If you want to splurge, this hammer forged high-carbon cheese and charcuterie knife with spalted maple handles will impress the inner chef in all of us. Orders are custom made so be sure to shop early. $150 Available at AshBlaeds.com

3. Cheese by Tulip Tree Creamery

A collection of Indiana’s own Tulip Tree Creamery cheese will add exquisite flavor to any occasion making it a versatile gift for many different palates. Some of our favorites include the double-cream Foxglove, the semi-soft Beer cheese or the beautifully presented Nettle cheese covered with mint, sage and nettle leaves. Santa says: At this price, make sure you buy some for yourself, too

Tulip Tree is available at many Indiana retail locations or online. For a full list of products and locations visit TulipTreeCreamery.com.

$6–$12 4. Fresco Spice Blends

Looking for something extra ordinary? Check out the new Fresco Spice Blends gift package. These all natural spice combinations, contain no gluten, additives, preservatives, MSG, silicone dioxide or any other fillers. They are pure, delicious, convenient and a useable gift for any cook, and they’re made right here in Indiana.

Available at FrescoSpiceBlends.com

$10+

5. Artisan Sea Salts by Hamptons Salt Company

Available in 33 different varieties, there is a flavor of Hamptons Salt to suit everyone’s taste buds. From raw salts to the flavor infused salts like tangy lime and the super spicy ghost pepper, the blends make a flavorful addition to any dish. Plus, each collection comes in beautiful black gift boxes. Santa says: Try the sweet vanilla bean sprinkled over the top of hot chocolate. $39.99 + Available at HamptonsSalt.com

6. Indy in a Box

This gift is for the Hoosier at heart. Each custom made box is filled with local iconic foodie gifts such as the famous St. Elmo’s Cocktail sauce, Just Pop In popcorn, Revival flavored almond butters, plus local coffees, mustards, pickles and more Indiana artisan food items. The best part is this gift can be shipped anywhere with local delivery available—no reindeer needed.

Available at IndyinaBox.com $22–$67

7. Fish Platter: Turk Gord by Laura Zindel Design

Artist Laura Zindel combines ceramics and her naturalist illustrations into exquisite housewares. This beautiful Turk Gord fish platter reflects fall’s cold weather and winter’s warming food and is sure to be passed down through generations. LZD has everything from notecards to tableware, textiles to jewelry, gifts for anyone on your list.

Purchase this piece at LauraZindel.com. Select pieces can be found at Artifacts, 6327 Guilford Ave., Indianapolis and at Addendum Gallery, 736 Hanover Pl., Ste. 108, Carmel.

$275

8. Galettes by Pots & Pans

These rustic almond crust galettes are beyond delicious and will put you at the top of every host’s party invite list. Flavors are seasonal and availability varies, so if you find a favorite make sure you stock up. $6–$25 Order online: PotsandPansIndy.com

9. Succulent Terrarium by Pots & Pans

Glass blown ornaments filled with a variety of locally grown succulents create a unique gift that lasts long after the holidays. These beautiful hanging terrariums are easily stacked and hung in the kitchen or anywhere else in need of some greenery. $25 3/$68 Order online: PotsandPansIndy.com

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Wooden spoons, biscuit cutters, mashers, rolling pins, all handcrafted by Hoosiers—and all made with Hoosier hard maple trees. Whetstone Woodenware has been making beautiful kitchen utensils for over 25 years. These kitchen tools are practical yet winsome giving the recipient a gift they can use often. Santa says: Attach one of the wooden spreaders to a homemade jar of jam to give your friends and family. $5.50 + Order online at WhetstoneWoodenware. com or take a short drive to their quaint location: Whetstone Woodenware, 108 E. Main St., Silver Lake. Wine production at Raventos I Blanc started in 1497. It’s a small, quality oriented winery that follows the guidelines of organic agriculture. The wine is made from four traditional Spanish varietals: Macabeo, Xarel·lo, Parellada and Monastrell. It is described as very elegant, with tiny, well integrated bubbles and a creamy smooth body. There are fresh notes of strawberries, aromatic herbs, dry fruits and citrus. $24.99 It is available at Cork and Cracker (Broad Ripple) and Crown Liquors (Zionsville & Downtown Indianapolis).

Toast the Season!

The Bench label is under the Brack Mountain Wine Company. They are a thriving, family-owned winery dedicated to making artisan, small production wines that offer value to their customers. They work with small growers, many of them multi-generation farmers, and all of them dedicated to sustainable practices. Bench Cabernet Sauvignon exudes a deep, dark purple color in the glass. The nose is vibrant with violets, huckleberry and a touch of vanilla spice. The palate is elegantly wound with dusty tannins and a supple, velvety texture. The long, seamless finish ebbs and flows with flavors of black currant, dark cocoa and black forest floor. $28.99 It is available at Tasteful Times (Fishers) and Vine & Table (Carmel).

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A New Take on Turkey Leftovers

Turkey and Sweet Potato Hash

Compliments of Chef Crystal Baldwin

Serves 4

Prep Time 15 min.

Cook Time 18-20 min.

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