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Where to Shop Small this Holiday Season: Pennsylvania Holiday Gift Guide

2022-12-07

Keller Brown - By supporting small businesses in Pennsylvania, you can give heartfelt presents and support the hard-working business owners right here in our community. Check out some of our favorite local shops and restaurants to find gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list.  

Gifts for those with a sweet tooth

Burtt's Baking Company

Delicious caramel apple scones and gooey cinnamon rolls are just a few of the scratch-made treats available at Burtt's. Their seasonal menu is perfect for entertaining guests, or save them for yourself to enjoy on Christmas morning. Want a fun and tasty activity the whole family can enjoy together? Grab a holiday cookie decorating kit. See how owner Katie Burtt got her start baking delicious treats in our customer spotlight

a half-eaten cupcake sits on a table in front of a person drinking coffee

Safe & Sweet

Believing everyone should be able to have their cake and eat it too, this bakery is perfect for those with special dietary needs, including Keto, gluten-free, sugar-free, low-carb, diabetic or vegan. You'll find everything from indulgent raspberry truffles to pizza crust made with coconut flour. Orders can be placed right on their website. Find out how Laura Small's own Keto diet journey inspired her to open her own bakery in her customer spotlight

Gifts for when you don't know what to get

We'll be stuffing stockings with gift certificates from these local favorites:

Glen Rock Mill Inn

A full-service restaurant, bar, and inn serving upscale American cuisine, wine and spirits in a beautiful, historic setting. We appreciate their emphasis on fresh, local products. Dine-in and takeout options available. After a memorable dining experience guests can stay the night in one of the renovated rooms or suites.

Roosevelt Tavern

Upscale farm-to-table cuisine in a casual setting. The atmosphere, food, and service are always excellent. Their after-dinner coffees—everything from traditional Irish coffee to butternut and mocha almond with a splash of hot chocolate!—are always a treat. Learn more about this restaurant in last year's customer spotlight!     

New Freedom Roasting Company

This family-owned shop offers fresh-roasted coffee and a full-service deli for take-out. You will find their fridge and freezer full of products to enjoy at home, like whipped peanut butter pie. They also have lots of local food products to choose from for your loved one who is always on the go. 

bowl of french onion soup from Wyndridge Farm Restaurant

Wyndridge Farm

Wyndridge farm is home to one of our favorite local wedding venues and a delicious, farm-inspired restaurant. Both their food and cocktail menu feature locally sourced ingredients from Pennsylvania purveyors. Give the gift of a great meal, and support farmers and spirit-makers from your backyard. Learn more about their wedding venue in our customer spotlight.

Mason Dixon Family Restaurant

This family-owned restaurant is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat when you have a craving for comfort food. Their chili cheese fries, burgers and, of course, breakfast served all day is sure to satisfy the hungry people on your holiday shopping list. 

Gifts for when you know exactly what to get 

Southern York County Turf and Tractor

With a large variety of new and pre-owned equipment, toys, and gifts, this is the perfect store to find something special for the gardener or farmer in your life. They also service chainsaws, leaf blowers, snow throwers, and other lawn and garden equipment. The locally owned and operated business has two locations to serve Pennsylvania and Maryland.

brick building facade of Simply Local at the Glen Rock Mill Inn with table and chairs on the sidewalk

Simply Local at the Glen Rock Mill Inn

This boutique indoor artisan market and gift shop features small Pennsylvania businesses that provide high-quality handmade products. Hot cocoa bombs, olive oils and vinegars, hand-poured scented candles, goat milk soaps and lotions, unique pieces of jewelry, art, and pottery are just some of the great gifts you'll find. Local wines, honey, and maple syrups make the perfect gift for the foodies in your life. You can even buy a gift certificate for a yoga class held on-site! 

Gifts for those with a green thumb

plants and local crafts on display at York Flower Art

York Flower Art

This delightful shop offers a lovely selection of fresh-cut flowers, lush green plants, dish gardens, silk arrangements, and balloons. They also offer a wide variety of indoor and outdoor plants, artwork, and unique gifts.

Flowers by Laney

Festive decorations are one of the best parts of the holiday season. Bring some holiday cheer into your home or share it with your loved ones with a luscious arrangement from Flowers by Laney. Order online or stop by the shop for help picking out the perfect bouquet.  

When you're looking for that perfect gift for family and friends, start local. You'll find unique treasures, beautiful accessories, delicious homemade goodies, and everything in between. Plus, you will be keeping the Pennsylvania community strong. 

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