Cyber Monday is nearly upon us. Still, as distant and global as shopping online sounds, folks can continue to support local and small businesses on Cyber Monday by finding local and small businesses online. In Ann Arbor, there are more than a few places to shop in person and online for the food lover in your life.
Morgan & York, owned by Ann Arborites Matt Morgan and Tommy York, is my husband Jay’s go-to place for specialty cured meats such as the Iberico ham that he uses in some of his Spanish tapas. Walk into Morgan & York and it is a virtual mouthwatering wonderland of specialty and artisanal foods. From artisanal cheeses, coffees, chocolates to oils and wines, gifts fit for any foodie’s stocking abound. To see what Morgan & York has to offer online, visit the website at www.morganandyork.com.
Michigan is what we think about when we think about cherries. Bob Sutherland, owner of Cherry Republic, made it his mission to promote the sale of Michigan cherries when he established his cherry-centric business. With locations in Glen Arbor, Charlevoix and Traverse City, Sutherland opened an Ann Arbor location on the corner of Main and Liberty streets in May of this year. The shop carries everything from cherry salsa to cherry jams, cookies and candies to Cherry Republic beverages. Don’t have a minute to get to the shop? Find a full online catalogue at www.cherryrepublic.com.
In search of a good cup of coffee to cap off a delicious meal Ann Arbor resident John Roos found he had to start roasting his own coffee to get the kind of coffee he liked. Thus was born Roos Roast. With names like Lobster Butter Love, AA Cowboy Blend and Rich French Neighbor, Roos Roast has quickly become an Ann Arbor institution. Packaged simply in brown coffee bags printed with John’s art, the coffee, roasted in small batches, makes a unique and delicious gift for coffee lovers. Visit the Roos Roast website at roosroast.com.
Smoked fish lovers might appreciate a gift from Durham’s Tracklements, a Kerrytown-based shop. Smoked salmon varieties include their Original Highland Smoked Salmon, Pecan Wood Smoked Salmon, Thai Smoked Salmon, Sea Salt Cured Smoked Salmon and more. While there is no direct website order, the Durham’s Tracklements website at www.tracklements.com does give details on how to email order items.
Last but certainly not least is Zingerman’s, a pillar of the Ann Arbor’s food scene. Walk into the deli and you are greeted by staff eager to help you find what you are looking for. The shelves are always stocked with culinary curiosities from near and far. But, if you cannot get away to visit the deli, Zingerman’s food by mail at www.zingermans.com offers a virtual alternative to a trip to the deli.
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