Last year we launched our 2020 local gift guide and it was such a hit with you all! We love your heart for supporting local and shopping small. So we knew we had to bring it back this year – with a ton of amazing local, small businesses that we love! That past few years have been hard on so many small businesses, so we want to encourage you to shop small. Even if it’s one or two gifts. We will be doing a combination this year of shopping online and also shopping small!
Every little bit helps. We encourage you to consider giving a gift, gift card, or an experience from one of these AMAZING businesses that we are about to share! The list below is also not exclusive. There are so many wonderful business in the area and in Wisconsin and all over the midwest. These are just some of our favorites and ones we have gotten to know personally over the past year. We hope you enjoy this list!
Hope Clothing
Hope Clothing started with the dream to open a boutique that carried unique clothes to help women feel comfortable and confident. They made it their mission to find the best brands and they take so much pride sharing their favorites with all of you. Hope started out of a small dream and has turned into something so much bigger.
In 2019, DaNelle (the co-founder) passed away from Cancer. Hope lives on to help all of us get through tough times together. A portion of every sale is donated to two local Wisconsin Cancer charities. In addition, $1 of every sale goes to Hope’s Beautiful Warrior program giving women battling Cancer a shopping spree in their shop every month!
Hope offers so many great options for the holidays, like this incredibly soft Barefoot dreams blanket dupe for a fraction of the price. I will definitely be snagging one or two of these to gift people! Hope Clothing also carries a full collection of soy candles that would make great gifts as well. There are so many other options on her site as well and by purchasing from Hope, you are supporting a great cause!
LMC Boutique
Tori is the owner of LMC Boutique. LMC is a local (Madison-based), female-owned online shop filled with classic wardrobe staples for the gal who needs fashion to feel simple, elevated, and always comfortable. Tori started LMC Boutique 3 years ago inspired by the fond childhood memories she had shopping with her mom and sister. Shopping was always such an easy bonding method for them and they specifically loved checking out new shops together that had unique offerings. So she knew that a clothing shop was in her future to create these same memories and opportunities for other gals who were looking for something more special.
They are stocked with all things cozy cozy cozy for the holiday season and great gift items for her. New items are added to the online shop frequently. They will also have a pop up shop located at Garver’s Feed Mill during the weekends of November 19th and November 26th. You can grab VIP tickets here, or just stop by to shop! We hope you’ll swing over to their Instagram page and say hi! Happy holidays!
The Midwest Girl
The Midwest Girl is a local tee shirt brand developed by two Wisconsin sisters. Born 12 years apart, they had a vision for creating a Midwest brand that represented who they were, where they came from, and would keep them connected no matter where the trail would take them.
Their goods and apparel are inspired by the memories and traditions of being raised in Wisconsin. Their mom and dad taught them to never forget where they came from and to make lasting memories out of the simple things in life. Their dream is that The Midwest Girl® brings back your favorite memories every time you wear your Midwest Girl tee shirt. The brand celebrates you, an authentic Midwest Girl! May you always remember your roots.
Check out their new arrivals, shirts, long sleeve options, and sweatshirts! They would make great gifts!
Girl Wonderful
GIRL WONDERFUL® is a lifestyle brand of empowering apparel, accessories and more, all designed to inspire and invite meaningful conversation. Launched by a mother-daughter duo in 2014, their mission is to encourage girls and women to own their strength, pursue their passions and share their stories. They have expanded to include sizes ranging from baby to adult, and continue to add new and empowering items to their offering regularly.
They feature some things for everyone. GIRL tees, beanies, socks, mugs, cards, and MORE! You can shop everything here.
Cosa Boutique
Cosa Boutique provides sophisticated and fun women’s apparel and gifts. They are committed to curating a collection that brings out creativity and confidence in their customers. They pride themselves on working with designers that share our mission of “look good, do good”.
They believe that everyone deserves to look good, feel good, and have the opportunity to work at a job they love. Cosa is committed to providing meaningful employment to individuals with unique challenges and special needs. They also partner with a local non-profit each month and a portion of all purchases support organizations that are doing good. We love to go in for our try on sessions and to do our seasonal styling boxes. From adorable sweaters to jewelry, they have something for everyone!
Happy Badger Headbands
Happy Badger Headbands are handmade by Justine. They’re for nurses, teachers, workout enthusiasts, shower haters, and moms (like us) who don’t have time to do their hair. We love them so much for working out! Plus, they’re made to be super soft and stretchy for comfortable all-day wear, no matter what your day brings. So put your hair back, and look good doing it.
Kella
If you’re hoping to find unique, handmade gifts for the holidays you’ve found the right spot! KELLA is a real-life Etsy store dedicated to supporting local artists. You’ll find Wisconsin focused apparel, artwork, home decor, and gifts unlike any other!
No matter who’s on your list, they have something for every price range. If you prefer to skip the shopping, grab one of their beautifully packaged Holiday Gift Baskets that are ready for gifting. They offer in-person shopping, curbside pickup, free local delivery, and shipping! Learn more here!
Whim & Form
Meet Jordan, the maker of Whim & Form clay earrings. She is also a chiropractor, wife, sister, auntie, friend, athlete, Wisconsinite, and a million other things. She wears many hats, as all of us do! Her story of Whim & Form is in the name. She started making polymer clay earrings on a whim. When she first discovered this style of earring she instantly fell in love with the aesthetic (large, bold, stunning accessories!). Intuition told her that she could successfully make a pair for herself, and she’s so glad she did! As soon as she began forming the clay with her hands, she knew she was hooked. 2 years later, here she is with a tiny business that has brought so much community, connection, & joy. Her mission for Whim & Form is to spark a boldness & confidence in all who wear these unique accessories! That’s why you’ll be able to find complex & simple, large & small styles. Her goal is to make statement pieces affordable and FUN!
Jordan LOVES Christmas, so this time of year is fun over at Whim & Form! She loves to make very festive, specific pieces as well as beautiful classics that are perfect for parties, gifting & everyday wear. She invites you to get social with her & follow along on Instagram (@whimandform) where she shares all the things; new designs, behind the scenes, surprises and her favorite part- all of YOU in your Whim & form earrings!!
Tight Knit
TightKnit WiMN was created by two cousins, Katie & Lindsay who share a passion for knitting, beading and embroidering. Where did they come up with their name? Katie lives in Wisconsin and Lindsay, Minnesota, (WiMn- get it) And Tight Knit? They have barely left each other’s sides since birth. If you were wondering, cousins make the very best friends.
TightKnit WiMn offers the most adorable hand knit hats for all ages (newborn to adult). We love the mommy and me matching sets. They also have beautiful hand beaded bracelets with any name/word. We fell in love with ours (with our kids’ names) when we received them in the mail from Katie & Lindsay. Another fun item in their Etsy/Instagram shop is their hand embroidered sweatshirts. Check out the adorable Holiday sweater they are featuring. It will make the perfect gift for a best friend, mom, or sister. We love shopping local and shopping small businesses and it’s always a plus to support women-owned businesses. Check out their Etsy shop for some great handmade gifts and be sure to follow them on Instagram!
ReKindled & Co
Heidi started ReKindled & Co in 2012 and boy has it changed over the years. From a white market tent, to a website, to a Winnebago that traveled the Mid-West to a now more local approach…ReKindled has been just about everywhere! Prior to the pandemic, Heidi and her Winnie were on a fast track – 50+ markets/events a year and a pace not many could keep up. Then 2020 hit and everything stopped. It was the exact opposite of what she knew! In true ReKindled fashion a lesson was to be learned… the sweet spot was somewhere in the middle. Not too fast, but not too slow.
Heidi’s family relocated to Lodi WI. She fell in love with the small town, slower pace and has kept Winnie and here events much more local. Never in a million years did she think she would find herself popped up between a Brat Fry and the American Legion crew in the parking lot of a Piggly Wiggly but here we are! Follow the adventure of Winnie and Heidi online – they are active on both Instagram and Facebook. (insider tip…the unfiltered Heidi shows up on Instagram stories most often).
ReKindled & Co. can be shopped online and if you’re local, you can always select pick up (Lodi) and swing through their hometown! Select from a wide variety of adventure goods from local makers and small businesses. Drink cups, travel journals, apparel, holiday décor, candles and even the most favorite item of the year – the fanciest drink koosies you’ve ever seen! Look for the live Annual Holiday Shopping Event on Sunday December 12th! ReKindled & Co. can also be found at a local Best of Business – Booth 121 in Monona!
Hill Valley Workshop
Kristin Davis, the owner of Hill Valley Workshop was a middle school teacher for the past 23 years. After working the side hustle life for the past 7 years, she took the leap, quit her day job, and is currently pouring her heart and soul into creating full-time! Her work has evolved over time, but one thing has remained constant: she creates one-of-a-kind work, whether it’s a hand-lettered piece, hand-painted Sola wood flowers, or cut wood— you can be sure that there isn’t the exact same artwork on someone else’s walls! She loves to help people find the perfect gift for their loved ones.
She offers custom pet portraits featuring an everlasting flower crown (she has even done horses, donkeys, and cows!), replicas of a wedding bouquet, and personalized signs, and so much more. She will also be at several makers markets in the next few weeks, so you can follow her social accounts on Instagram and Facebook for more info on that. She also have a website, that for now, serves as a gallery of past work. All of her pieces would make great gifts this holiday season!
Little Badger’s Stitchery
Tara, a local Madisonian, is a full-time-working mom of two littles, and a lover of all things crafty. Her husband, long before they considered kids or even marriage, bought her a sewing machine as a long-shot gift, one that seemed a bit off-target in the moment. She knew little to nothing about sewing, and hadn’t sewn anything since middle school home economics. Ten years later, after the arrival of their daughter, she found her love of sewing.
Today, their home is littered with homemade headbands, holiday-themed matching jammies and waaay over-the-top Halloween costumes. The kids were and are her inspiration, and they’re her two little badgers – fitting as they’re proud UW Badger alumni.
Little Badger’s Stitchery currently features matching parent and child aprons because she loves cooking and baking with her kids. She offers fun patterns in child and toddler sizes, matching adult and child sets, and has added some festive patterns for holiday baking. She offers other small items, like quilted coasters, hair ties and headbands, and magnets that are great small gifts and stocking stuffers.
Strider Northwoods Mercantile
Local indie brand, Strider Northwoods Mercantile, offers raw goods handcrafted in an ‘Up North’ state of mind and perfect for holiday gifting! Based out of her home studio in Fitchburg, WI, the one-woman owner/maker behind Strider creates all-natural small batch soy candles, eco-luxe fragrance collections, and artisan home wares. The earthy and eclectic essence of her work is inspired by an upbringing of endless forest and lakeside adventures from Wisconsin’s Northwoods to the shores of Lake Superior, and grounded in the philosophy of intentionally curating cozy, clean vibes to enhance your space and self.
Strider is mindfully-made to evoke your inner earth child, stargazer, tree hugger, and free spirit. Most importantly, their products always have been and always will be sustainability-focused, vegan-forward, cruelty-free, and without phthalates, parabens, or dyes.
You can find Strider Northwoods Mercantile on Etsy, as well as on the shelves of several boss babe-owned shops across Wisconsin – including Tradition Women’s Market in Middleton, Toot + Kate’s Winebar in Verona, Tilly’s in Rhinelander, and Hello Adorn in Eau Claire. They offer custom and private label collabs and never tire of getting asked, “Would you ever be open to [insert bold idea]?” Featured in Madison Magazine, BRAVA, University Neighbors, and Etsy Makers Spotlight, this emboldened small business is forever dreaming big! You can follow them on Instagram as well!
The Soap Opera
The Soap Opera has been a downtown Madison staple since 1972! They will be turning 50 years old this March 2022, but it has been woman-owned and operated since 2016, after Stacey Scannell purchased the business from Founders (artists) Chuck Bauer and Chuck Beckwith. Stacey purchased the business after being a long time customer, because of her sensitive skin, and her want/need for organic products without harsh fragrances or ingredients. She has converted the store to around 70% house made products using only natural/organic ingredients changing it from primarily a retail store to a “makers store” and you will love her products! The other 30% of products she diligently finds to sell in the store must meet strict standards, only allowing in the best quality and uniqueness.
The Soap Opera is also known for their amazing gift wrap! They make the most beautiful bows we’ve ever seen! Wrapped under that gorgeous gift wrap are useful bathing and grooming products for all genders and ages! Visit their website or their store at 319 State st. For your gifts this holiday season!
Give Joy Box Co
Give Joy was created in 2020 for a time when it was needed the most. Their gift boxes are designed to share in your loved one’s most important moments. Each season, a new gift box is created and always includes at least one item from another local small business. Each box is assembled with care and includes a special note if you choose. They offer free delivery in Madison and a small delivery fee outside of Madison. You can find them on Facebook, Instagram, and Etsy!
Pure Fin CBD
Pure Fin is run by a father-daughter team obsessed with all things holistic wellness! They offer holistic supplements loved by their customers for things like: stress relief, focus support, pain relief, and sleep support. Pure Fin products feature CBDa, which is a more raw, less processed, and natural form of CBD.
Pure Fin began after Tracy (father) faced a serious medical hardship and Ciara (daughter) encouraged him to implement holistic methods of healing. This journey of healing led them to create their very own unique full spectrum hemp product, which is our flagship CBDa + Omega-3 oil. After experiencing their oil’s profound healing effects (which was unlike any traditional CBD product they had ever tried) they knew they needed to get it out into the world. At that moment, Pure Fin was officially born.
Pure Fin products are the ultimate self-care gift for your friends, family, or let’s get real… yourself! Their range includes CBDa oils and CBDa topical salve products that support a general wellness routine, calm stress, and help ease discomfort. They’ll love it!
This year, they are also offering a super special done-for you gift box, The Holistic Wellness Gift Box! This box includes one Pure Fin product of your choice plus 5 other high-end holistic gifts: an organic hair scrunchie, eco-friendly lip balm, copper tongue scraper, organic mood tea, and an “I am grateful” mantra mirror cling. Many of these gift box items come from other woman-owned, USA made businesses and feature natural and organic ingredients. An amazing gift that supports wellness in a fun way!
Use the code “everydaymandk” at checkout for 10% off your order. Happy holidays & Happy healing from Pure Fin!
Buttercup Beauty
Buttercup Beauty is a brow and skin centre dedicated to serving you with love, artistry, and intention. They specialize in eyebrow design, microblading and clinical skin treatments such as dermaplaning, microneedling, and chemical peels. Their partnered skin care products from iS Clinical and PCA Skin, gift cards, and service packages make the perfect gift!
Beauty Counter
The world is full of so many toxins these days, it’s nice to know that the products you are putting on your skin are not adding to your body burden! I have been using products with less harmful chemicals for a few years now, and I just recently (in the past year) started adding Beautycounter to my routine. Katie and I both love the skincare and the makeup. Some of our favorites are the overnight resurfacing peel, charcoal mask, brow gel, mascara, cream blush/bronzer and more!
Beautycounter is also offering great holiday gifting options this year as well, which would make great stocking stuffers or gifts for people in your life (or yourself)! We are always happy to answer any questions you might have about a product!
Wonder Studio
Joyfully calm. Musically inspired. Purposefully reconnected. If you’re looking for an experience gift that leaves your child (and you!) feeling all of this, then a Kindermusik gift certificate may be the perfect holiday gift for 2021.
The Wonder Studio offers Kindermusik classes for children ages 0 – 7. Their weekly, in-person classes at The Treehouse in Verona help your child’s brain grow, strengthens the bond between child and caregiver, and are a lot of fun!
Creando
Creando is an award winning educational program for children in the Madison, WI area based on the foundation of a bilingual and Spanish immersion curriculum founded in 2013. Creando currently has two Creando Explorertorium Locations – one on Monroe St. and one at Hilldale. Their fun and hands-on five senses learning approach will transport your child to a magical language exploration. Creando believes that every child benefits cognitively, socially, and culturally by learning a second language. In addition to improving their own cognitive development and learning abilities across many areas, children who learn a second language will become better global citizens through cultural awareness and the ability to communicate with more people around the world.
Their mission and philosophy is to spark interest, plant seeds, develop, and help master a second language by making children fall in love with the Spanish language, culture, and the world around them! Their language program engages children in active play through movement, music, dance, games, cooking, STEM activities, outdoor explorations, and art. It also encourages children to explore, learn and play with all their senses.
They offer preschool programming as well as after school care at very affordable rates! They also offer drop offs for parent date nights, Saturday enrichment classes, and they also host birthday parties. Give the gift of a gift card this year to a parent who could use a date night or to a child might like an enrichment class!
Board & Brush Middleton and Mount Horeb
At Board & Brush, they marry the joy of wine and paint with the classic timelessness of wooden projects. With two convenient locations, their instructor led DIY wood sign workshops allow you to combine your creativity and willingness to learn new skills. They provide you with the instruction, materials, and designs for you to distress, sand, stain, paint, and customize your personalized piece of art! Board & Brush is the perfect place for a girls’ night out, bachelorette party, corporate team building event, holiday party and kids’ birthday parties! Contact them to book your party or pick up your @Home Kits!
This December, the Mount Horeb studio is celebrating six years in business! Celebrate with them by attending one of their Anniversary Workshops! They’re also offering a number of fun specialty workshops including collaboration workshops with Jada’s Garden, tree stand, live wreath, ornament, doormat, and mini sign workshops, walk-in events, family friendly workshops and so much more! They also have @Home Kits available (we did these for the girls’ birthday last year and it was so fun!) through the holidays for those of you who’d rather craft at home! Plus they can make any project for you to come pick up in the studio from their Shop Local website located on the studio page.
Coming up the next two months for the fun and busy holiday season, they also have so much to offer in Middleton! Tree stand workshops, ornament workshops, live wreath and mini sign workshops, bingo and Christmas trivia nights, family-friendly workshops and so much more! They also have @Home Kits available for those that would like to craft at home. They can also make any project for you to come and pick up in the studio from our Shop Local website located on the studio page.
Pour Me
Imagine a truck full of perfectly poured old-fashioneds, mimosas or margaritas at your event that is not only a cool experience, but a damn good drink. Pour Me & Co. passionately believes in elevated experiences that stand for quality over quantity. Their team has diligently designed and created a unique experience to bring your next event, party or wedding to a level of paragon.
Here’s how: They restored a vintage ‘57 Chevy Apache and turned it into a mobile bar, but that’s not even the cool part. The star of the show is their self-pouring draft cocktail system. A traditional upscale cocktail is made by a highly-skilled mixologist that perfectly balances a simple drink with the highest consistency and quality ingredients. Their draft cocktail system brings that scientific care and precision into each pour from any person operating the pour handle.
Looking for a mocktail or non-alcoholic option? Great! This year their truck became pretty famous for their Lavender Lemonade and Iced Caramel Lattes. If you can think of it, they can pour it.
This Holiday season, they are bringing back their popular Old-Fashioned Cocktail Kits, filled with the highest quality ingredients for that true Wisconsinite in your life! Kits will be available the week of Thanksgiving on Facebook and Instagram!
Little Gym
At The Little Gym in Middleton, a small business which has been open for 17 years now, they believe kids should be able to act like kids! They also believe fun environments are especially conducive to the kind of learning that prepares them for life’s adventures. Through unique programs that revolve around active play, they complement and enhance the traditional school experience – even before kids are school age! They give children a safe and inspiring space to direct their energy, build confidence, and develop key skills. They also create an environment for children and parents to have a safe space to play and connect!
They offer award winning curriculum for both classes (ages 4 months – 12 years), camps (over long breaks and during summer,) and birthday parties as well! Our kids have been to the Little Gym in Middleton and love it every time they go! Grandparents need a gift idea? A Little Gym gift certificate would make an awesome gift for your little ones! They offer open enrollment, and a new season begins January 3rd!
Blonde + Bash
Katie + Kayla of Blonde + Bash Party Co. are best friends and co-owners. While planning their daughters birthday parties + hosting social parties of their own, they realized aesthetically pleasing party rental options were limited. With that, Blonde + Bash Party Co was created! They have a passion for entertaining and want to alleviate the stress from party planning so that you can enjoy every minute of your bash with the people that mean the most to you.
B + B offers rentals for Petite Parties and Boho Bashes to include tables and tablescapes for up to 12 guests, a luxury white bounce house, and various add-ons to complete your party such as balloon garlands, wooden backdrops and other customization options! To book your party or learn more, you can find them on Instagram or reach out via email at [email protected].
Monroe St. Arts Center
Monroe Street Arts Center is the place to go for art and music instruction! For 25 years, they have been making the arts come alive for families in Madison. By providing high-quality private and group instruction to all ages, MSAC is keeping the door open for a lifetime of creative expression and appreciation of the arts in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
With art classes from drawing & painting, enchanted art, cartooning & manga, mixed media, storybook art, mindful art for adults, and more there is something for everyone! Sign up for private lessons in piano, guitar, violin, or a variety of other instruments. And if you’re looking for great gift ideas this holiday season, grab one of their experience gift packages that include an MSAC gift certificate plus a free apron, sketchbook, or ornament!
Forte Studios
Forte Studios offers quality instruction in the Performing Arts. Performing arts play an extremely vital role in our society. Not only do individuals learn the craft of dancing, singing, acting etc., but other important aspects of life such as teamwork, commitment, respect, giving and receiving, self-worth and kindness. It is important to serves as a “safe” getaway for students to be and express themselves and to be who they are through the performing arts.
Forte Studios remains incredibly busy throughout the year by not only offering instruction in the arts, but by providing several shows as well. You can get information on these shows by visiting here or by visiting their Facebook page. Ella has been taking the Introduction to Acting class and is loving it!
Nineteen09
This neighborhood wine bar in Cross Plains offers 16 self-serve wines on tap and over 20 craft beers and seltzers! They offer a cozy space and an amazing patio with 5 Garden Globes to keep you warm in the winter! They also offer event spaces (for future reference) specializing in baby/wedding showers, parties of all kinds and space for classes and workshops. They are also one of the only places where they allow you to bring in your own food (but they do also serve local charcuterie boards).
This winter they also started a Monday “We Be Clubbin’” series including Prose & Poetry; A Writers Haven, Happy Hookers; Knitting and Crochet Club and Read Between the Wines; Book Club. Lastly, they are now offering wine club! You get to choose two of your favorite bottles and they are delivered on the third Tuesday of each month! It’s a great way to be able to try different wines! This is seriously one of our favorite spots on the west side of Madison!
Quince & Apple
At Quince & Apple, they make things that pair perfectly with cheese. From not-too-sweet preserves to crunchy pickles to sweet and salty nuts, each of their accoutrements adds flavor and depth to a cheese board. Complement all that good food with a craft cocktail built from their simple syrup collection. YUM!
Their skilled and fairly-paid artisans make each small batch by hand in their Madison, WI kitchen. They are a values-driven company, so when you buy their product, you support local growers, a local economy and good kitchen jobs. They also invest in our local community through supporting local food organizations led by and empowering people of color. One of these gift baskets would make a great holiday gift!
Isthmus Eats
Isthmus Eats is a Madison-area meal kit subscription and delivery service. Isthmus Eats was founded in 2018 by Jon Marrone, who wanted to offer Dane County a local meal kit option, giving Madisonians a fresher and more eco-friendly alternative to national meal kit brands by sourcing ingredients from local farms and businesses and hand-delivering them in reusable tote bags and ice packs. Choosing a meal plan and selecting meals each week is super simple. Customers can easily skip weeks or even add local products to their deliveries from their virtual marketplace (want a dozen local pasture-raised eggs, bacon, Nutkrack, or Hook’s cheese? No problem!). They can even tailor their meal kits to accommodate any food allergies like Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Soy Free, Nut Free, and Vegan.
Isthmus Eats has over NINE HUNDRED subscribers in Dane County to their weekly meal kit subscription service. They deliver straight to your doorstep in most of Dane County. Visit their website or download the ‘Isthmus Eats’ mobile app to sign up or learn more. Be sure to use promo code ‘MandK’ for 25% off your first order!
Looking to give a gift to someone in or around Madison this holiday season? Call Isthmus Eats 608-316-2771 to purchase a gift certificate for a loved one!New to meal kits? Meal kits are a collection of fresh, pre-measured ingredients, along with a photo-based recipe card, which makes cooking dinners at home quick and easy. No grocery shopping, meal planning time, or wasted ingredients!
Driftless Chocolates
Driftless Chocolates offers hand-made fine chocolate truffles, bonbons, caramels, barks and bars created with joy using single origin chocolates and Wisconsin-sourced ingredients.
Husband and wife team Stan and Robyn Kitson opened Driftless Chocolates in 2019. “Stan has been everything culinary for decades,” says Robyn. “In the kitchen, he creates and relaxes, and it’s been an outlet for him. When he discovered the simplicity – and complexity – of fine chocolate, well, he went ‘all in.’ The two of us decided to venture into the fine chocolate world together. We both create – Stan with chocolate; me with growing our business. We have very different skill sets, and together, well, it really works…and, we love what we do and that we’re doing it together!”
Driftless Chocolates is located in the historic Paoli Mill, just a short drive from Madison. Paoli – a little unincorporated burg just outside of Belleville – offers a 2-block stretch of artisan shops alongside the Sugar River.
Celebrate “Christmas in Paoli + Cookie Crawl” this year Saturday, December 4th with all merchants offering cookies and a donation from this day will go to benefit the fine community work of Habitat for Humanity of Dane County. A day of festive holiday fun! At Driftless Chocolates, we’ll be featuring “build your own” gift boxes of truffles, bonbons, caramels, barks and bars! You can find them on Facebook and Instagram, where they will be promoting their holiday events!
Grape Water Wine Bar
Grape Water Wine Bar is a self-serve wine bar located in downtown Middleton. They celebrated their 4th anniversary mid November. Grape Water came to be after the owner worked on her lunch hours at her previous job for 2 years to finally open the doors in 2017. It has been nothing but fun ever since. She loves having a space for people to gather to meet old friends or to make new ones.
Besides wine on tap, other beverages are offered, as well as DIY charcuterie plates. Check out the Shop tab on their website for gift ideas, such as Wine + Charcuterie of the Month Club subscription, or the Bubbly Box.
Everyday Kitchen
Everyday Kitchen is where Wisconsin-style comfort gets a modern twist. With regionally sourced ingredients and a from-scratch approach, the food and beverage menus highlight the best the area has to offer. Everyday Kitchen is conveniently located in Shorewood Hills, west of the University of Wisconsin, with complimentary underground parking.
The best part? 100% of Everyday Kitchen’s proceeds are reinvested in good works to support the aspirations of children, working people, and small businesses here in Madison and around the country. Every time someone dines at Everyday Kitchen or simply purchases a gift card, you’re making good things happen for others, too. Give the gift that keeps giving this holiday season.
Current offerings: Brunch, Dinner, Coffee, Date Night, Happy Hour, 12 Days of Brunch. They are also offering traditional Thanksgiving options to go! You can check out the details here.
