Every holiday season, we search the North Fork for some of our favorite gift suggestions. And this year more than ever, we look forward to supporting our small businesses and making our loved ones happy with these charming, locally sourced finds. Keep reading all week to discover treats for foodies and wine lovers, accents for the home and fun new experiences — all right in your own backyard. Below, six thoughtful gifts that will have you drinking like a local.
Wine Tasting Kit
Send someone a delicious wine tasting they can enjoy from the comfort of their own home. Each monthly CW Tasting Kit includes five different pours (50 mL each) from the Chronicle Wines collective, along with a foldout to guide the tasting. $25 for pickup, $35 for shipping. Chronicle Wines, 2885 Peconic Lane, Peconic, 631-488-0046; chroniclewines.com
Omni Growler
This insulated bottle fits a whole 750 mL bottle of wine for picnics and beach days. Refill it at the Corey Creek Tap Room, which offers sustainable wine on tap, and you’ll get 5% off. $25. Bedell Cellars, 36225 Main Road, Cutchogue, 631-734-7537; bedellcellars.com
The Home Shuck Kit
Sparkling wine and oysters are a great gift for any season. This Home Shuck Kit includes two bottles of sparkling wine, two dozen oysters, a pair of shucking gloves, an oyster knife and more. Order online and select a date to pick up. $120. (Oysters not shown). Sparkling Pointe, 39750 County Route 48, Southold, 631-765-020; sparklingpointe.com
Sweet Coffee Mugs
Pair these adorable farm-inspired mugs with a bag of North Fork Roasting Company coffee. $12. Agora, 610b Pike St., Mattituck, 631-315-5070; littlegreekmarket.com
Jingle Bell Bar Set
Get in the holiday spirit with this Jingle Bell Bar Set, inclusive of a festive bottle topper and jingle bell wine opener. $22.95. Nicolette’s For The Home, 53245 NY-25, Southold, 631-407-5417
Tea Party In A Box
A delightful gift box packed full of treats for a dainty afternoon tea at home. All items are homemade, including a freshly baked scone, an assortment of finger sandwiches, dainty desserts and a tea sachet. $30. Special Effects Salon & Tea, 455 Main St., Greenport, 631-477-2265 or [email protected] to place your order; specialeffectssalonandtea.com