LCBO Food & Drink Holiday 2018

FOR FESTIVE FOODIES

We love these delightful felt food and drink ornaments ($15 each, drakegeneralstore.ca). Choose from 18 designs, including (but not shown) a can of maple syrup, a box of Timbits and a bag of chips—the more, the merrier!

MERRY & BRIGHT It’s smart to have a few extra items on hand for hostess gifts or in case friends drop by with unexpected presents. Inside each of these festive reusable cotton bags is a 7-oz Fresh Fir-scented candle ($32.95). Choose from six different bag designs. Available at Bradshaws (Stratford, 844•271•6281, bradshawscanada.com).

HOLIDAY SPIRITS An exceptional gift for any mixologist, the Alkemista ($89, 950-mL vessel) is designed to infuse vodka, gin, whisky and other spirits with custom blends of fruits, spices, herbs, botanicals or even choco­ late. Ideal for creating one-of-a-kind spirits and for gifting to kindred spirits. Available at shopAGO (Toronto, 416•979•6610, shop.ago.ca).

ONE-HIT WONDERS

Worried about your good walnut board getting scratched or acci­ dently leaving it behind at a party? Offering peace of mind, compost­ able Balsa Wood Cheese Boards ($19.99 per package) are a single- use solution for presenting char­ cuterie, appetizers, cookies and more. Available in five sizes, rang­ ing from 2 x 4 inches (10‑pack) to 8 x 12 inches (2‑pack) at Jill’s Table (London, 519•645•1335, jillstable.ca).

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