When in doubt, give FOOD for the holidays. You thought I was going to say jewelry and yes I’d love to suggest jewels - food is the second best thing. It’s SO easy and a no fail situation. Over the years I’ve come to the conclusion that when gifting, especially to my parents it’s easy to give them food.

So here are my favorite small business run food companies that I like to support over the holidays.

John & Kira - One of my best girlfriends gave me their chocolate stuff figs for the holidays and ever since, I’ve been giving them as gifts to my best people.

NC Made - From BBQ to home brew beer flavored gift boxes, the flavors are the bomb and my Dad finished his box in a week!

Sea Love Sea Salt - I mean salt makes ANY meal taste better. And their rosemary sea salt? To die for.

Now, jewelry is the next best thing. And I’ve created several super easy gifting options to help you this season. Check’em out down below.