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La Tienda's chocolate-dipped figs
Don’t be a bad guest! With the holiday party circuit in full swing, it’s imperative to thank your host. Show up with a present in-hand or have one mailed the following day. That is, if you want to be invited back next year…
Top 10
Best for the Gourmet Mom
Peanut Butter & Co. – These gourmet peanut butters and jams will be sure to please both moms and kids with their all-natural ingredients and decadent twists (try the Cinnamon Raisin Swirl or Dark Chocolate Dreams).
Best for the Cheese Lover
Artisanal – Send a hunk of their Bleu des Basques, a sheep’s milk cheese crafted in the
Best for the Caffeine Addict
La Colombe – Treat your hostess to the best local coffee in town, served at Le Bec Fin and all of John-Georges Vongerichten’s restaurants. ($13.95)
Best for the Exotic Home Chef
Kalustyan’s – Offering over 4,000 spices and 94 types of chutney (wow), an online gift certificate to this
Best for the Comfort Food Fan
Fat Witch – Sinfully chocolate-y brownies, available in the original style or creative flavors like Snow Witch (an all-white chocolate version) or Red Witch (with dried cherries inside). (8 assorted baby brownies/$14.50)
Best for the Oenophile
2005 d’Arenberg Laughing Magpie Shiraz Viognier – Rated 93 points by Robert Parker, this red is an amazing value and one of those miraculous bottles sure to please almost every palate. ($22.99, available for pick-up in
Best for the Carnivore
DiBruno Bros. – A black label meat, need I say more? Aged for twenty-four months and cured with Sicilian sea salt, a pound of this Prosciutto di Parma Black Label Riserva will delight your hog-lovin’ host.
Best for the Sweet Tooth
Isgro’s – Cannoli made in the traditional style since 1904. The rich, creamy filling and crispy outer shells make for a delightful, authentic Italian treat – available in original ricotta, chocolate chip and (gasp) chocolate mousse. Your host can serve them for dessert or save them for an indulgent
Best for the Luxist
La Tienda – A small village in Extremadura, Spain handcrafts these decadent fig bonbons by stuffing them first with dark chocolate mousse and brandy liqueur, then hand-dipping them in another layer of dark chocolate. Eat them in bed, preferably accompanied by a bottle of expensive champagne. ($18.95)
Best for the Beer Snob
Dogfish Head Fort – This 750 ml bottle of limited edition ale is brewed with over a ton of raspberries and is advertised as the world’s strongest fruit beer. With 18% ABV, this brew ensures you’ll either enjoy the holidays (who cares what your nutty father-in-law is talking about?) or sleep through them.
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