It sure does feel easier than ever to shop from my couch this year. Sadly, we also know that small businesses are taking an incredibly hard hit right now. So instead of the easy route, I’m committing to shop local! There are so many fabulous local business that you can support, but I’m sharing a few of my favorites below. Happy Shopping!
Back Porch Posies
If you know your loved one appreciates fresh flowers, then you can’t go wrong with this gift. Julie is a true artist when it comes to floral arrangements and her three month subscription will bring joy to anyone's doorstep.
Levo Wellness
Check out Levo for the fitness lovers in your life. Levo is a personalized plan built by a physical therapist that will move the needle towards your fitness goals without destroying your joints. Gift a month of Levo for an endless collection of online workouts and personal fitness support.
Run Raleigh PT
Give the gift of health with a gift card to Run Raleigh PT. Abby and her team are truly the best at figuring out the root of your issues and helping you feel your best as well and improve performance.
Massage
You can't find a more talented masseur than Shell at Brookside Massage. Treat your special person to an hour of pure bliss.
Rolling M Farms
A third generation family farm in Bunn, NC with local cuts of meat like short ribs, filets, and ground chuck. Find them online or at the Midtown Farmer’s Market.
Artwork by Nan Jones
Nan is one of my favorite local artists. Inquire about commissions or shop her ready to ship acrylic and oil paintings on her website.
FlowCORPS
My favorite workout in Raleigh. Their power Pilates classes are a great for low-impact strength training that is challenging, fun, and safe. Purchase a gift card for a friend, or treat yourself to a class.
A Place at the Table
Run, don't walk if you haven’t visited a Place at the Table yet and grab a stocking stuffer gift card. A Place at the Table is a pay what you can restaurant devoted to providing good food for all regardless of means.
The Pleasant Bee
Snag a local honey bear jar or a beeswax votive. Local honey can help with seasonal allergies. Located at the Midtown Farmer’s Market or shop online.
Current Wellness
Current Wellness offers services that integrate physical, mental, and social health that emphasize inclusion and self-compassion for the community. Check out their Holiday Wellness Package: $75 for either a massage or a personal training session and 3 group classes.
Boulted Bread
It feels hard to create even a short list of my Raleigh go-tos without including our favorite local bakery. Daily in-house milling of organic and heirloom grains, and lots of love, leads to the most delicious pastries you’ve ever tasted. A Boulted gift card would make the perfect stocking stuffer.
Quail Ridge Books
Everyone loves a good cookbook right?! Quail Ridge is an independent bookstore with a friendly, knowledgeable staff. Shop online or in store for your favorite book worm.