Times being what they are, you’re likely on a budget. And if you’re reading this, you’re likely of the sustainable set. So, how best to combine the two this holiday season? Just take a stroll through the city.
Philadelphia is home to an amazingly diverse marketplace of gift sure to suit the fancy of every friend and family member on your list.
A few suggestions:
For the Host: A liquor that’s quintessential Philadelphia: Rhuby. Ben Franklin sent the first rhubarb seeds to John Bartram way back in 1771. Bartram brewed himself a nice tea and Art in the Age brewed an organic spirit. Available in Wine & Spirits shoppes for around $30.
For the Foodie: Because you get more bees with honey, treat your favorite cook to honey from Urban Apiaries. Available for $5-$10 at Mile & Honey Market and Green Aisle Grocery.
For the Resolution Maker: Give the perpetually optimistic resolution maker a PVC-free, natural rubber Jade Yoga Mat. Made in Conshocken for around $50, this mat will certainly outlast your willpower.
For your Lady: Keep your lady warm and stylish in a sweater from Arcadia Boutique. Prices vary.
For the Business Man: Gift the most dapper man you know a Commonwealth Proper button down (or is it up?) shirt. This shirt is made in Philadelphia, retails at around $175 and will no doubt make the man.
For the Green Thumb: Visit Passyunk Avenue’s Urban Jungle and pick up a Wooly Pocket vertical gardening pouch. The pocket’s made of 100% recycled plastic bottles and sure to help the receiver grow up.
