2016
ONLINE HOLIDAY GUIDE
EDIBLE GIFT GUIDE DELICIOUS IDEAS FOR THE FOODIE IN YOUR LIFE
SATISFY YOUR SWEET TOOTH WITH DŌ COOKIE DOUGH CONFECTIONS + MORE!
INTOXIKATE HOLIDAY
GIFT GUIDE A quick roundup of some of my most delicious gift ideas for the food lover on your list. Make sure to connect with IntoxiKate on Facebook and Instagram for more great gift ideas!
BACON BOXES Each slice of fresh, wood-smoked bacon is hand-crafted into a rose shape before dipped into organic chocolate from a Swiss chocolatier. (Oh, and everything is responsibly sourced—the chocolate is nonGMO and the bacon is from environmentally sustainable American farms.) Pork Bacon Rose Boxes start at $24.99
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RUNAMOK MAPLE SYRUP Have a breakfast lover on your list? Pair their pancakes with some serious maple flavor. Runamok Maple Syrup creates all-natural, organic maple syrup in a variety of flavors, including bourbon barrel-aged, pecan wood smoked, and cinnamon and vanilla infused. Gift collections are available. $29.95 for the sampler including 4 60-mL bottles
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BRAZI BITES Three words: Brazilian Cheese Bread. These bite-sized, gluten-free goodies are found in the freezer aisle, and are probably one of the few items I’ve tested that taste (and feel) freshly baked. I’m officially obsessed with all four flavors— Cheddar Parmesan, Garlic, Asiago, Zesty Pepper Jack, and the new Three Cheese Pizza. $8.39/bag
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CREME DELICIOUS Creme Delicious transforms baked goods into edible works of art. Cakes, cookies, and French macarons are all adorned with intricately hand-decorated designs by Henna artists. They look almost too beautful to eat, and can be customized with specific themes or colors. Prices vary.
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DANA CONFECTIONS, INC Have a friend who loves Paris? Give them a taste of Provence with calissons! This French candy has two layers—a chewy, fruit and almond blend topped with royal French icing. Dana Confections puts their own twist on this traditional sweet, and is one of a handful of confectioners who offer calissons in the US. $8 for a Three-Piece Box
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CONSTELLATION CHOCOLATE IfOnly.com is the world’s largest marketplace for one-of-a-kind experiences that benefit worthy causes, and their Constellation Chocolate Collection is a prime example of their mission. The company asked 21 of the world’s best chefs— Michael Mina and Thomas Keller to name a few— to craft a confection in their own culinary style. The result is a star-studded collection to die for. Plus, a portion of the sale benefits The James Beard Foundation. $75
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EMPIRE CRATE If you’re a fan of IntoxiKate.com, you know I’m a huge supporter of all things local, and Empire Crate is the ultimate gift for New Yorkers. This monthly subscription service delivers amazing products from across the Empire state directly to your door, supporting local artisans making slamming foods. $39.95 per month includes shipping
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NUDO ADOPT OLIVE OIL Give a gift that gives back to the culinary community. Nudo Adopt is a subscription olive oil service where you “adopt” an olive tree from one of seven Italian groves, and receive shipments of cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil in return. Your purchase helps preserve traditional farming practices in the Italian countryside. Starting at $79
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CREAMERY IN A BOX Transform you kitchen into a creamery! With the Creamery in a Box Essential Cheesemaking Starter Kit, you can wow family and guests alike with house-made farmhouse cheddar and fresh mozzarella. The kit includes everything you need! $99.99
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MINI PAELLA KIT La Tienda’s Mini Paella Kit includes all of the essential ingredients for making the authentic Spanish dish, plus the proper pan, all housed in a gift box. Give it to the cook in your kitchen, or make it yourself for a loved one (the included recipe feeds two!). $43.95
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BUZZ + BLOOM HONEY This globally-sourced, craft-style honey makes the perfect stocking stuffer. With over 10 varieties, Buzz + Bloom Honey showcases the natural and diverse goodness of the honeybee. And, of course it’s delicious to eat, but the raw and unfiltered variety is perfect for at home beauty treatments. $2.99 - $5.99
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MYSTERY CHOCOLATE BOX Put those taste buds to the test! Gnab a subscription to the Mystery Chocolate Box and receive three unlabeled gourmet chocolate bars. Taste to see if you can guess what’s in each bar. Plus, for every box purchased, Mystery Chocolate Box donates two meals to charity. Pretty sweet! $56.95 + S&H for 3 Months GIFTS THAT GIVE BACK LEARN MORE
ISLAND CREEK OYSTERS Fifty oysters hand-selected by the team at Island Creek delivered straight to my door? Sign me up for the Oyster of the Month club! The package also includes information about the shellfish’s origins—the farm, the people who grew them, and the farming methods used. Perfect for the foodie who wants to explore New England’s many oyster varieties. $285 for a three-month subscription
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FLAVOR FLIGHTS INC Subscribe to spice! Explore different cultures and recipes with monthly fresh spice packs highlighting various regions throughout the world. Each pack has enough for 3-4 dishes, allowing you to discover a new meal each week. $9.80/month
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RACHEL PAULS HAPPY BARS Happy Bars = happy bellies! These delicious, natural energy bars have 5 grams of total FODMAPS per serving. Low FODMAPS foods, including these bars, are more easily digestible and help eliminate IBS symptoms. Plus, they come in four delicious flavors— Chocolate Chip Delight, Orange Chocolate Ecstasy, Peanut Chocolate Euphoria and Peanut Maple Pleasure. $34.99 for 12 Bars
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PULP PANTRY Did you know—juiceries throw out up to 75% of the whole vegetables and fruits used to make juice? Well, Pulp Pantry is on a mission to change that! They source the highest quality fresh fruit, vegetable, and nut pulps to create grainfree granolas, baking mixes and veggie crisps. INTOXIKATE PICK: Peanut Butter, Apple + Carrot Grain-Free Granola, $14 for a 2-pack.
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MOLLY’S BAKEOVERS Molly’s Bakeovers should really be called Molly’s “Makeovers.” With food allergies on the rise, these cookies renovate traditional cookie recipes to make them tastier, more nutritious, and allergen-free (so everyone on your list can enjoy!). INTOXIKATE PICK: Apple Pie Cookies, $41.94 for 6 bags
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GOAT MILK STUFF Okay, don’t judge a candy by the name. I happen to love goat milk-based cheese, and couldn’t wait to sink my teeth into these sea salt caramels, made with raw, farm-fresh goat milk. Paired with GMO-free ingredients, and you’ve got one chewy, melt-in-your mouth candy on your hands. $2 per piece
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DŌ COOKIE DOUGH CONFECTIONS Ever eat raw cookie dough? Guilty! Well, it’s not entirely good for you... Until now. DŌ Cookie Dough Confections make edible—and bakeable—cookie dough creations featuring over 20 flavors (including gluten-free and vegan options). INTOXIKATE PICK: “Heavenly” satisfies my sweet and salty tooth with sugar cookie, Nutella, chocolate chips, caramel bits and sea salt. $20 for a 2-pack
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NINE LADIES DANCING Every holiday season, The Bruery in California adds another craft brew to their “12 Days of Christmas” lineup, and this year has me swooning. 9 Ladies Dancing is inspired by the ingredients in tiramisu, including ladyfingers, with notes of vanilla, chocolate, and coffee, creating a dessert-like beer. Visit the online store locater for details.
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