Shop Local Gift Guide 2025

Our 17th annual gift guide is full of wonderful ideas for everyone on your holiday list, from the cook to the host, the gardener, and the adventurer! Your patronage of these locally owned businesses contributes to the vibrancy of our entire community—whether you shop in person or online. Join us in giving thanks for our small business community and SHOP LOCAL.

GIFT AN EXPERIENCE TO SHARE

For the adventurer, the curious and/or the weekend buddy.

SONOMA MISSION INN
Cozy Swiss Chalets

Experience the magic of the season in a charming Swiss Chalet at Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa—where cozy luxury and festive charm create unforgettable moments. And this holiday season, share the joy with a Fairmont Sonoma Gift Card, the perfect way to give someone special the gift of celebration, relaxation, and timeless Sonoma memories.

APPELLATION HEALDSBURG
Crafted by Appellation Classes

At the newly opened Appellation Healdsburg hotel, craftsmanship takes center stage through Crafted at Appellation—a signature program that invites guests to explore Sonoma’s creative soul. With over 50 curated workshops annually spanning art, cooking, gardening, wellness, and more, participants engage with local artisans, savor Chef Charlie Palmer’s cuisine + local wines, and connect with Healdsburg’s rich artisanal heritage. 

BOUCHAINE VINEYARDS
Falconry in the Gardens

Gift an unforgettable experience for two with Bouchaine’s Falconry in the Garden. Join Master Falconer Rebecca Rosen to meet hawks, owls, and falcons up close, learn how they aid vineyard harvests, enjoy a glass of Bouchaine wine, capture stunning photos, and witness the ancient art of falconry in Napa’s Carneros hills.

Winter in the Wineries Passport

Stop in for a tasting at any of 21 Calistoga-area wineries from December 6, 2025, through March 1, 2026, with a Winter in the Wineries passport. Each $80 passport unlocks one-time tastings and exclusive hotel, resort, and spa deals including 15%–25% off stays, upgrades or wine bonuses, deep spa discounts, special treatments, and other perks. Over $1,000 in value.

BRICOLEUR VINEYARDS
Après Bricoleur

This winter, Bricoleur Vineyards in Windsor partners with Pendleton to debut Après Bricoleur: a cozy food and wine experience inspired by après-ski. Nestled in a winter greenhouse adorned with Pendleton goods, guests enjoy fondue, raclette, and Bricoleur wines for an intimate Sonoma retreat. Groups up to 6.

SILVER PENNY FARM
Petaluma Farm Stay

Check in to Petaluma’s historic Silver Penny Farm and experience the calm and comfort of country life. The 5-bedroom Casa Grande can accommodate larger groups, while the cozy casita is the perfect getaway for two. Reserve at SilverPenny.farm

HOG ISLAND OYSTER CO.
Whole Hog Experience

Get up close and personal with Hog Island oysters and learn all the details about life at Tomales Bay oyster farm with a Whole Hog tour of the West Marin operation. It’s always a good time to learn a little more about bivalves! 

SERVINO TRATTORIA
Historic Ark Row Italian

Now back at their original location on Tiburon’s historic Ark Row, the Servino family leans into simply prepared Italian classics focused on fresh, local sourced ingredients. Two arks side by side—one with a cozy restaurant, the other with a bustling enoteca—are neighborhood favorites and home to monthly wine dinners. Reserve a dinner or gift a card to be used at leisure. 

LARSON FAMILY WINERY 
Wine Club Membership 

The Larson family has been farming Sonoma for nearly 150 years. They do it all—from grape to glass—offering their gold-medal, organically farmed wines in a charming, vineyardside venue at a great value. Gift a Larson Family Wine Club Membership and open the door to members-only events and up to 12 complimentary tastings a year (a value of $650) and fun for the whole family! Just 45 minutes from SF.

NICK’S COVE 
Tomales Bay Staycation 

Treat yourself to a meaningful staycation on the banks of Tomales Bay. Nick’s Cove is the perfect spot to unwind, unplug, and make lifelong memories. Check out the newly rebuilt boat shack over the bay, then check in to one of the property’s cozy cottages and spend the evening indulging in the seasonal bar and restaurant offerings. Santa visits December 7th! 

STILLWATER BAR 
Cocktails + Half Shells 

Discover West Marin’s best-kept secret. Stillwater in Fairfax is beloved for an explosive cocktail program and dishes to match. Chef Cameron Myers and Owner David Ruiz have been slinging the best burgers and adult beverages north of San Francisco for over five years. Oysters and seafood also shine—all served in an intimate, distinctively designed space. .

KIVELSTADT CELLARS 
Host a Wine Tasting 

Kivelstadt wines get the star treatment at their casual outdoor tasting venue in Sonoma. Now you can experience the same the Kivelstadt magic in your home, backyard or office, where you and your guests can enjoy a personalized wine tasting without leaving your space. For reservations, visit 

INN AT THE TIDES 
Bayside Dream Weekend

At this hillside destination overlooking Bodega Bay, you’ll fall asleep to sounds of the sea and awaken to the distant hum of fishing boats. Gift a stay at the Inn at the Tides with dinner at the Bay View Restaurant and Lounge specializing in fresh, local seafood. A relaxing bay view hot tub and heated pool are all part of the package. 

UNDER-STUDY
Encourage Culinary Discovery 

For the inquisitive epicurean, an Under-Study gift card unlocks a world of culinary discovery. Learn from Michelin-trained chefs, explore rare ingredients, and savor artful creations at Napa Valley’s newest café, culinary marketplace, and teaching kitchen from the team behind PRESS. A gift that transforms curiosity into connection, creativity, and the joy of cooking alongside the region’s most captivating culinary minds. 

GIFTS FOR YOURSELF
& THE ONE YOU LOVE

COMMUNITY SOIL
Outdoor Style

Realize the potential of your property with sustainable landscape design and site planning. Community Soil is an ecologically oriented, full-service landscape design and construction firm offering expertise in native and edible plantings, water management systems, stonemasonry, forestry, and elegant built details. Free site assessments for Sonoma County residents. 

SONOMA APOTHECARY
Bath & Body Luxury

Sonoma Apothecary’s bath and body products capture the quiet luxury of Northern California’s natural rhythms. Handcrafted with clean, thoughtful ingredients, Sonoma Apothecary blends modern botanical science with Old World simplicity. For the holidays, try their luxurious gift sets, including the popular Grand Ritual.  

WITH THYME PROVISIONS
Healthy Meal Delivery

Give the gift of nourishment this season. With Thyme Provisions delivers organic, locally sourced, chef-prepared meals that make eating well effortless. Treat loved ones—or yourself—to our ready-to-eat meal packages delivered to your door, gift cards, or done-for-you holiday feasts crafted to make healthy dining elegant, delicious, and completely stress-free. Home delivery throughout Marin, Sonoma County and Napa.   

VAN WINDEN’S GARDEN CENTER
Garden Gift Basket

A family-owned and-operated Napa Valley nursery for more than 70 years, Van Winden’s has an earned knowledge of the region’s landscape needs. Gift a bareroot rose or fruit tree for winter planting or fill your gift crate with premium-quality garden tools for seasonal inspiration.  

GIFTS FOR THE COOK

HESTAN
Epicurean World in Napa

Sip, savor, and shop at Hestan Napa, a distinctive epicurean world where culinary artistry meets innovation. Savor Michelin-starred Chef Mark Dommen’s creative menu, indulge in award- winning Hestan Vineyard wines, and experience the pinnacle of cookware and appliances brought brilliantly to life with shopping, dining, and tasting.

GOLD RIDGE ORGANIC FARMS
Sonoma Lovers Gift Set

The Sonoma Lovers Gift Box from this 88-acre award-winning Sebastopol organ- ic farm features select Sonoma-sourced favorites including Tuscan Blend EVOO, Apple Cider Syrup, Volo Chocolate 70% Dark with Candied Meyer Lemon, Arbe- quina EVOO, apple snacks, stainless steel pour spout, and notecard by illustrator Teri Sloat.

FEED COOPERATIVE
Multi-Farm Produce Box CSA

The FEED Bin is FEED Cooperative’s year-round, multi-farm CSA box. Each week the folks at FEED source diverse, locally grown, nourishing fruits and vegetables from their network of farms so that you receive the best of North Bay agriculture in every box! Customize your box with local value-added products like honey, olive oil, eggs, meat, and more.

GROVE 45
Artisanal Extra Virgin Olive Oils & Balsamic Vinegars

Share the gift of liquid gold with Grove 45’s award-winning Extra Virgin Olive Oils and 18-Year Aged Balsamic Vinegars. Handcrafted in Napa Valley, each bottle transforms simple meals into shared celebra- tions—proof that the best memories always begin around the table.

COOKSHELF
The App for Cookbook Lovers

The perfect gift for cookbook lovers: CookShelf helps you cook from the books you already own. Search your entire collection by ingredient, dish, or craving. Give a subscription to CookShelf—or bundle it with your favorite cookbook or pantry items for a personal gift that keeps on giving! 

MARIN COAST RANCH
Micro-Beef Share

The curated 12-pound beef share of premium, only forage-fed (grass-fed and grass-finished)
is perfect for small households and includes a balanced variety of cuts (steaks, roasts, ground beef, and more!). Our cattle are 100% pasture-raised by our sixth-generation Marin County ranching family on our regenerative family ranch, prioritizing environmental health.

PETALUMA & SANTA ROSA FARMER’S MARKETS
Online Ordering for Curbside Pickup

Life gets busy. That’s why some of your favorite farmers’ markets are offering online ordering for curbside pickup, a simple solution to support local farms and food businesses while saving time during the busy holiday season. Bonus: Receive a free cooler bag with your order while supplies last.

GIFTS FOR THE ENTERTAINER

COWGIRL CREAMERY
The Ultimate Cheese Collection

Cowgirl Creamery makes cheese with heart. The Ultimate Cowgirl Cheese Collection isn’t just a cheese box … it’s an experience of texture and superb flavor. The award- winning cheeses—including the beloved Mt. Tam, Hop Along, Devil’s Gulch, Pierce Point, Red Hawk, and Wagon Wheel—are organic and handcrafted in Sonoma County.

HEIDRUN MEADERY
Sparkling Honey Wine
& Bee Experienced! Tour

Heidrun Meadery in Point Reyes Station crafts award-winning dry sparkling honey wine using honey sourced locally and from around the globe. This holiday season, send the gift of a seasonal varietal, such as the Marin County Wildflower or the Hawaiian Christmas Berry sparkling mead, paired with a jar of rich Macadamia Nut Blossom honey. Or gift a memorable hands-on Bee Experienced! tour to learn how mead is crafted from blossom to bee to honey to glass.

I LEONI
For Cooks, Bakers & Merry Makers!

Find your holiday inspiration at
i Leoni with Le Creuset, Breville, Juliska, Wüsthof, Hestan, and so much more. This family-owned Petaluma shop has everything you need to cook, serve and celebrate beautifully. Sophisticated, joyful, and perfectly giftable.

POINT REYES FARMSTEAD CHEESE CO.
Cheese the Moment Gift Pack

The beloved family-owned Point Reyes creamery celebrates 25 years of award-winning farmstead cheesemaking. Their anniversary collection features nine distinctive cheeses including Original Blue, Fennel Blue, the complete Toma family, Gouda, Truffle Brie, and Pimento spread. Paired with local honey, Rustic Bakery crackers, and an exclusive wooden cheese board.

VINTAGE HOME
The Porto Ceramic Collection

Among the many treasures in
this jewel of a St. Helena shop is this lovely rustic mix-and-match stoneware collection of rich, sun- kissed harvest hues. The Porto Collection makes for a colorful tablescape with earthen greens and blues, amber gold, and the softest pink and reds beautifully set in a botanical motif. Dishwasher and microwave safe.

1201 Main St., St. Helena

TOMORROW CELLARS
Taste of Tomorrow
Alcohol-Removed Wines

Tomorrow Cellars is an alcohol-removed wine from California for the intentional wine drinker who values craft and connection. The Taste of Tomorrow bundle includes their three core wines—Rhône Blanc, Red Blend, and Sparkling Blanc de Rhône— perfect for gathering with friends and family this holiday season.

GIFTS FOR THE HOST

AMBIX SPIRITS
Hot Toddy Gift Pack

This Sebastopol craft distillery brews apple and pear brandies from fruits grown on their rural West County property. Each gift box
includes a bottle of Apple Brandy and another of Pommeau, two glasses, and a decorative recipe card for the perfect hot toddy—the ideal treat to warm you up over the holidays.

PAX WINERY
Custom Wine Gift Sets
Tasting Experiences

Pax Wines has been crafting soulful small-batch wines from organic and biodynamically farmed vineyards since 2000. Share the gift of great wine this holiday season with a curated bottle set or tasting experience at their urban tasting room & winery in Sebastopol. 

FISHETARIAN FISH MARKET
Gift a Sea-to-Table Experience

Gift cards available now at fishetarianfishmarket.com. Stop by the bayside shop to explore locally made products, Fishetarian merch, hot sauce, and other tasty gifts that make perfect stocking stuffers.

SEAGUTH ELIXIRS
Adaptogen Oat Milk Canned Lattes

Give the gift of wellness with Seaguth Elixirs, rich and creamy adaptogenic coffee lattes made with organic date syrup and sumptuous oat milk, providing more nutrition with less sugar and calories. With velvety textures and a kiss of sweetness, Seaguth Elixirs are the perfect synergy of delicious flavor, wellness, and convenience.

DOMAINE CARNEROS
Glimmer & Gold

Give the gift of luminous celebrations with four gleaming stemless flutes and a bottle of vibrant Domaine Carneros 2019 Ulta Brut—racy and lean with bright notes of citrus—this radiant set turns every gathering into pure gold. Beautifully gift wrapped and destined to delight. $95 Non-member; $76 Club Member

GIFTS THAT KEEP GIVING

There are many wonderful nonprofit organizations working hard to support our local communities in the areas of agricultural education, environmental protection, and sustenance. A charitable gift to any of the following helps to support those in need as well as our local food culture.

AGRICULTURAL INSTITUTE OF MARIN

AIM serves 400+ farmers, food providers and artisans across 40 California counties and nine certified farmers’ markets throughout the Bay Area. They offer agricultural education and support to farms and mobile produce markets for older adults and underserved communities to foster a robust and equitable regional food system.

FARM TO PANTRY

Farm to Pantry collects good food that would otherwise go to waste into food boxes for those in need within Sonoma County by partnering with local farms and volunteers. 

MALT

The Marin Agricultural Land Trust, known as MALT, protects Marin’s farmland and supports a thriving agricultural community. They conserve vital agricultural land to ensure long-term economic viability while preserving wildlife habitat and building climate resilience.

CERES COMMUNITY PROJECT

Serving Marin and Sonoma, the Ceres Community Project engages teen volunteers to prepare and deliver 100% locally sourced organic meals medically tailored to the needs of individuals too unwell to shop or cook. 

COMMUNITY SOIL

Community Soil Foundation is committed to promoting regenerative farming and gardening practices for Sonoma County communities, including year-round organic garden-based education, habitat restoration, and community stewardship.

LOCAL FOOD BANKS

Redwood Empire Food Bank serving Sonoma County https://refb.org/

SF-Marin Food Bank serving Marin County and San Francisco https://www.sfmfoodbank.org/

Community Action of Napa Valley serving Napa County https://www.canv.org/

 

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