Editor’s Picks

HappyHolidays, my friends! As the holidays draw nearer, we are all looking for gifts for friends and family, especially those hard-to-buy-for folks. When it gets dark at 5:30pm and there is snow on the ground, when I get home from the offi ce the last thing I want to do is go out in the cold! Sound familiar? I have compiled a list of my favorite gift ideas to enhance your loved ones’ “stay at home for a cozy night in” evenings. I know I look forward to these treats and I’m confi dent that your family and friends will love these as gifts! I wish you all a safe and wonderful holiday season.

Kathy Thuerbach, Editor-in-Chief of TOPS

For the Pooch: Don’t forget about your best friend this holiday season with adorable treats from Three Dog Bakery, located in Chenoweth Square. $5.95-$8.95

For Snuggles: This Sherpa throw is perfect for snuggles on a cold winter night! Available at Mamili, 826 E. Main St. in Nulu.

For Mom and Dad: What’s a night in without a lovely glass of wine in front of the fi re? These beautiful holiday wine glasses will add to the ambience of any occasion. Available at Cartwheels Papers & Gifts, 3919 Chenoweth Square in St. Matthews. $25 For the Tea, Coff ee and Hot Chocolate Drinkers: The perfect-shaped Polish Pottery mug The perfect-shaped Polish Pottery mug complete with prancing reindeer! $25.99 Available at European Splendor, 2232 Frankfort Avenue in Louisville.

For the Food-Lover: Delicious bourbon seasonings and Delicious bourbon seasonings and sauces to enhance any meal. Also includes recipe cards! Available at includes recipe cards! Available at bourbonbarrelfoods.com.

For Lounging: This Ralph Lauren pajama set is sure to keep you warm and cozy. Available at Dillard’s in the Mall at St. Matthews. $72

For the Kids: No cozy night at home would be complete No cozy night at home would be complete without Louisville author Nat Bickel’s sweet book for children ages 5-9. In this story, Nat tells of a tradition her father started with her and her brother. Available on Amazon. $16.99

For Your Wish List: The trend we’re delighted to welcome back! This petite 14k yellow gold diamond tennis bracelet is just the thing your wish list was missing. Available at Royal Jewelers. wish list was missing. Available at Royal Jewelers.

For You: Pamper yourself with these luscious soaps and lotions. There’s even a scented lavender candle to promote relaxation. Available at Moss Hill located inside Work the Metal, 1201 Story Avenue in Louisville. $52

For Hanukah: Celebrate the festival of lights with a beautiful arrangement of colorful blooms from Nanz and Kraft. $175 Nanzandkraft.com