These Are a Few of Our Favorite Things: Holiday Gift Guide 2025
By Scott Lewis & Lauren Yoon
Yes Cocktail Co.’s Mixology Goods
Yes Cocktail Co. crafts all-natural mixers, syrups and bitters-infused sugar cubes so you can shake, stir and sip like a pro without lifting a finger (well, except to raise your glass). Shop the seasonally inspired
flavors that are as irresistible as they are giftable: online, at local retailers or, if you’re feeling fancy, step inside their Paso Robles tasting room for curated tastings, cocktails, mocktails and mixology classes. Every
decadent experience can be wrapped up with a bow and sent to someone you really, really like.
Mighty Cap Mushrooms’ Grow Kits
These home mushroom grow kits are pure fun. Mighty Cap Mushrooms has made an easy, edible experience for all ages — just spray and watch as gourmet mushrooms grow. Everything needed is included in the box. Choose from blue oyster, pink oyster, Italian brown oyster or lion’s mane varieties to be grown right at home and then ready
to eat. Kits are available at the Mighty Cap retail shop or to purchase online and ship nationwide.
Breda’s Tea Towers
Gift a taste of Europe without the cost of a plane ticket or the stress of a flight. Walking into Breda is like stepping into Italy, with Italian flavors in every bite. The afternoon tea service in particular is a delight; showstopping towers are filled with homemade scones and fruity accoutrements, tea sandwiches with premium Italian meats and cheeses, and mini versions of Breda’s signature desserts. There are five tower options, with a choice of a Living Tea with each tower. Yes, we
understand it’s hard to stuff a tasty tower under the Christmas tree. Make it easy with a Breda’s gift card. All towers are made for two people, so this tea service is a gift to share.
Scout Coffee’s Subscription Service
Give the gift of cozy mornings! Scout Coffee’s coffee subscription brings
the highest-quality freshly roasted beans straight to your door. The limited-release Holiday Blend is made for gifting, something to savor and remember all season long. Available in Scout Coffee cafés or online.
PopGold’s Caramel Popcorn
PopGold’s caramel-coated popcorn, crafted in small batches right here in Arroyo Grande, is that treat we can’t stop thinking about and it’s so worthy of sharing. Snacking on this goodie begins with a satisfying crunch
then melts in your mouth, unfolding layers of buttery richness and caramelized goodness. A balance between salty and sweet, the snack is hard to stop at just one handful. Gift this little luxury — or keep it for yourself.
House of Bread’s Baking Classes
House of Bread welcomes guests to roll up their sleeves and dive into the satisfaction of breadmaking. Participants mix, knead, shape and bake their own loaves and leave with warm bread straight from the oven, recipe packets and the know-how to re-create the experience at home. Led by local favorites Sheila McCann or Anthony Avedisian, these classes are equal parts hands-on learning and good old-fashioned fun. Gift the simple pleasure of homemade bread by picking up a gift card in store or online.
Field Recordings’ BOXIE Boxed Wine
Forget everything you thought you knew about boxed wine, because BOXIE from Field Recordings takes it
to a whole new level. This skin-contact orange blend is endlessly pairable, with notes of peach rings, cantaloupe, apricot, green tea and white pepper. We love that it is sustainably made and packaged, and stays fresh for 90 days (it’ll get you through the holiday season). Four bottles’ worth of wine per box means it’s the ultimate potluck pick, white elephant winner or jolly surprise. No wrapping required, just add a bow!
Couleur de la vie’s Naturally Dyed Napkins
A thoughtful pick for the consummate host,
Couleur de la vie’s naturally dyed cotton napkins are truly one of a kind. The organically grown cotton napkins are dyed with flowers and plant-based pigments.
In this process plants are bundled with fabric and steamed, allowing the plant pigments to eco-print on the cotton. And there’s a wonderful secret about these sustainable napkins: Any spills or stains only enhance their natural beauty and design.
Sweet Escapes’ Pastry-Paired Escape Rooms
We’ve been eagerly awaiting this one. Sweet Escapes put the finishing touches on their bakery and escape rooms this year, and now it’s time to share this good time with loved ones. The experience combines the art of baked treats with captivating escape rooms to challenge anyone’s inner sleuth, all inspired by the owners’ adventures through over 200 escape rooms across the country. Gifting time at Sweet Escapes blends engaging puzzles and tasty indulgence; our kind of sweet adventure.
Etto’s Pasta Cookbook and Pasta Set
We couldn’t pull together a gift guide without including the cookbook we’re convinced is a total dream. The Etto Pasta Cookbook, published by us at Edible, is packed with over 50 recipe straight from Etto Pasta’s kitchen: flexible, approachable and ready for every pasta occasion.
Editorial-style photography and behind-the-scenes stories bring it all to life, while the holiday red hardcover with gold embossing feels gift ready. Pair it with Etto’s artisanal pasta for a complete bundle! Etto is currently
offering a gift pack of the book with pasta boxes of all twelve of their shapes.
