Don’t give in to the endless consumerism and freak-out frenzy of the “shopping season.” Instead, give them what they really want: chances to eat and drink great stuff with the people they love most! Consider purchasing a gift certificate for a local restaurant or deli and know you are supporting locally owned businesses in our community. You could also go for something they’ll savor all year round, like a beautiful bag of loose-leaf tea from Wilwand Tea Co. and Healing Arts in Atascadero. These ethically sourced teas come in many specialties and flavors, including “magical and wellness” … Cambria’s Christmas Market continues through Dec. 23 and offers artisan shopping opportunities galore. Plus, with incredible, twinkling lights and laughing children all around, it truly beats the ambiance of a crowded strip mall (cambriachristmasmarket.com). Ī
Hayley Thomas Cain is shopping locally and eating globally. Send bites to hthomas@newtimesslo.com.
This article appears in Dec 21-31, 2017.