SNOWFLAKES & SOIREES

Essentials To Brighten The Season

By Melanie Carden

The season of snow and celebratory soirees are upon us. So, whether it’s to grace your own home or give a friend, these essentials will brighten the spirit of the season—and into the new year!

CARROTS + COWS

Many winter celebrations are centered round a feast. Holy Grail Steak Company offers humanely-raised, carrot-finished beef from the folks of Santa Carota (at the foot of Breckenridge Mountain). It’s a game-changer.
Info: holygrailsteak.com

GOLD STANDARD

Gold Belly has fast become a foodie treasure trove—delivering limitless treats--popular and niche alike. Be sure to sort by region to find NYC-based gourmet gifts for all the holidays. Info: goldbelly.com

TURKEY TRAVEL

If you want to score an extra-large portion of stuffing this year, offer to send your Thanksgiving host a Bear Creek Smokehouse turkey. These are fully-cooked and ready to eat! Info: bearcreeksmokehouse.com

SPLENDID SPLENDOR

Whatever curated boxed gift theme you’re looking for, Something Splendid offers it! From luxe to laid back, holiday gifting has never been so simple.
Info:somethingsplendidco.com

MERRY MERINGUE

Taste a little bit of Paris. With the opening of its new flagship location in Midtown Manhattan, the iconic Parisian patisserie Marvelous by Fred now offers pickup and local delivery.
Info: marvelousbyfred.com

TIMELESS TEA

Aromatic and elegant, tea is a timeless gift—especially when the winter winds are howling. Vahdam India offers a variety of holiday collections for sipping connoisseurs.
Info: vahdamteas.com

BABKA & BEYOND

Each of the many winter holidays evokes memories of special baked goods. This lovely cookbook, Jewish Holiday Baking, is spilling over with treats for Hanukkah or snowy days. Info: alwaysfits.com

A GRANDE ENTRANCE

If you wow-on-arrival, invest in an opulent bottle of Glenfiddich Grande Couronne. Aged 26 years, its extended finish in rare French cognac casks adds extra lavish layers of toasty oak and velvety aromas. Info: glenfiddich.com

DUMPLINGS THAT DELIGHT

Winter tip: don’t wait until the February arrival of Chinese New Year to indulge in dumplings. Spoil your hosts with the many gift options from the Cooking Gift Set Co.
Info: cookinggiftset.com

DASH OF DECADENT

Be the coolest party guest with Dashfire’s line of ready-to-drink cocktails includes six high-proof, complex drinks made with their unique extracts and bitters. Try the Manhattan with Fig and Cascara or Chair White Russian. Info: dashfire.us

COLLECTION 242

As Champagne Louis Roederer’s first release of the new multi-vintage, Collection 242 is sure to elevate any winter soiree. Each year, a new collection of Champagne will be offered—perfect for collectors! Info: louis-roederer.com

FARM-TO-GLASS

Five Farms Irish Cream Liqueur is the first farm-to-table Irish cream liquor. A classic holiday sip that’s as sustainable as it is delicious. Buy one for the host, and two for yourself.
Info: fivefarmsirishcream.com