Inspired by the California rye whiskey renaissance, Petaluma winemakers Michael and Lorraine Barber opened their distillery in 2017, offering one of the only single malt ryes in America. Rich and spicy, Barber Lee Rye Whiskey comes in handsome leather labeled bottle ideal for holiday gift giving.

Made in the same creative kitchen as their inspired breakfasts and lunches, these Rubs and Jams make a unique and tasty gift for any foodie on your list. 

This producer of beautiful skincare products and essential oils was founded by an ex-Aveda exec and Petaluman. At the heart of this business is a love for handcrafting precious plants into quality products. Find them at nomadbotanicals.com or at Robindra Unsworth and Good Grey in Petaluma and Made Local Marketplace in Santa Rosa. 

Wine & Thyme Artisan Sea Salt by this local spice queen is a sweet/savory dry rub on steak and/or many other applications. Her shop in West Petaluma (next door to us) is a must stop for any foodie you need a gift for. Her concoctions surprise and delight. 

Griffo Stony Point Whiskey and Strongwater Old Fashioned Cocktail Syrup

Give the gift of the cocktail, again, with this gift set for making a locally crafted Old Fashioned (although this particular included syrup is from CO). 

Griffo’s Stony Point Whiskey is soft and nutty with a spicy rye finish. 

Inspired by the forgotten cocktails of decades past, Monarch Bitters are handcrafted from organic and wild harvested roots, barks, aromatic herbs and flowers.

All sourced locally from the Sonoma County countryside and bottled by hand in Petaluma, CA. Her new store on Kentucky Street is a showcase of beauty to behold, with deliciously creative with deliciously creative tonics and bitters to spice up your holiday cocktail menu.

Acclaimed ceramicist Forrest Middleton creates handcrafted tile and pottery with a uniquely old world vibe from his Petaluma based studio. His collection of earthy mugs, vases and holiday ornaments make excellent gifts for the design savvy.

Elegant pinch pots from ceramicist Veva Edelson of V. Ceramics are the perfect vessels for salts and spices. With and oyster-like patina these beautiful handmade bowls remind us of the rugged Sonoma coast.

ACRE Coffee is a Sonoma County favorite. Find their fresh roasts in their stores in Santa Rosa, Sebastopol and Petaluma. Or, go online to acrecoffee.com

1 lb bags for $16-$18

Local Color

In Local Color, designer and educator and Petaluma author Mimi Robinson teaches us not only how to see the colors around us but also how to capture and record them in watercolor. A lovely gift for the artist or art appreciator in your life. Find it at Good Grey in Petaluma or Copperfield’s Books.