Preston Street Holiday Gift Guide
This year, its more important than ever to gift locally and support small business. Ottawa's Little Italy boasts an eclectic mix of shops, services and restaurants offering unique ideas for what to put under the tree this season. We've put together a list of local gifts to help you cross off that holiday shopping list while supporting small businesses at the same time.
Wine Bundle
from Trattoria Caffe Italia
Everyone has a wine-lover on their holiday shopping list! Bundles from Trattoria Caffe Italia pair bottles that are hand-selected by an in-house sommelier. Want to mix and match? No problem! They'll be happy to create the combination you're looking for.
Local Art
from Santini Gallery
If your goal is to support local artists this holiday, look no further than Santini Gallery! Along with contemporary and original artwork, Santini Gallery features a gift shop filled with affordable, local goods - like these hand painted ceramic coasters and ornaments by Soraya Silvestri. Find thoughtful holiday gifts that have a direct impact on our local community by visiting Santini at 422 Preston.
Relax and Refresh
Gift Card from a Preston Street Salon
Preston Street boasts some of Ottawa's nicest salons and spas. A gift card for services is a great way to thrill the beauty lover on your list! Ankas Hair and Esthetics offers a one-stop-shop for all things cosmetic and personal care. You can also spoil your loved one with a gift card from:
The Upkeep Shoppe
Nova Wax Bar
Numi Lash and Brow
Salon548
Local Goods
A Gift Box from The Burrow Shop
The Burrow Shop is making it easy to support local makers and bakers this season. Their curated gift boxes are filled with amazing local products - many of which are exclusive to Burrow Shop. Each gift box comes wrapped and with a Burrow Shop gift tag, and they even have handmade holiday cards!
The Boutique Experience
from Shop Vincent
A gift card to Vincent boutique on Preston is more than just a new wardrobe. Sisters, Angie and Amanda, bring their passion for retail to life at the boutique, creating a space that cultivates expression and simplifies the art of fashion. Your loved one will enjoy browsing through brands that can't be found anywhere else in the city. If you're looking to give something specific, a visit to the shop means that Angie and Amanda will help you find that perfect gift.
A Customized Gift Basket
from Aylas Social House
Homemade baked goods, specialty cocktail kits, curated bottles of wine; Aylas Social House is letting you create the perfect gift basket. Their sets are customizable and available made to order by phone or by email.
Something Traditional
from Caffè Biondo
A gift guide from Little Italy would be incomplete without this coveted Italian tradition; you can find Panettone at many of Preston's shops and bakeries! If you're looking to give this holiday classic as a gift, check out the luxury brands carried by Caffe Biondo at 226 Preston including Gucci Osteria and Dolce&Gabbana.
An Evening Out
Dinner at a Favourite Preston Street Restaurant
Gifts that offer experiences are always welcomed and considered unique. A gift card to a local restaurant is a great way to support local small business owners and give something meaningful at the same time.
There are so many unique options for cuisine and entertainment on Preston Street, click below to browse our directory.
For the Love of Wine
La Roma at Home
La Roma is helping you gift with style. Their perfectly paired bundles will satisfy the food and wine lover on your list this holiday. Uniquely paired items include house made jams, house roasted nuts, curated bottles of wine and more. Little ones on your list will love the Gingerbread Christmas Tree Decorating Kit, while Mom can enjoy Prosecco and Popcorn. Click below to learn more!
Something Leafy and Green
A Houseplant from Plant and Curio
In the year of working from home, a houseplant will be a welcomed gift! Plant and Curio on Preston Street is a unique shop filled with houseplants and handmade plant accessories. The staff are keen on helping shoppers find their perfect match! The shop also features great stocking stuffers like hand illustrated calendars, mini succulents and all natural bath and body products.
Self Care Set
Locally Made and Available at Upkeep Shoppe
Self care is big in 2021! Treat someone on your list with a gift set of locally made products from the Upkeep Shoppe. They're products include foot, body and lip scrubs, soaps and body butters and The Upkeep Shoppe's line of loose leaf teas. Available in store or online, click below!
Something Vintage
from Pink House Curated at the Dreamland Cafe
To all lovers of the Dreamland Cafe, we've got an exciting announcement! Just in time for the holidays, Coco and Marlo have launched Pink House Curated; a vintage and pre-loved boutique. You can discover great vintage finds and statement pieces by visiting the shop at 262 Preston, or click below to check out their Instragam.
The Grape Box
From Mati
Mati is on a mission to uphold your reputation as the best gift-giver in your group! That's why they've paired sommelier curated wines with custom-made charcuterie in a gift set that is sure to impress any (virtual) holiday hosts.
Something Delicious
From Carmelito Cafe
Little Italy cafes and bakeries are stocked full of quick, easy and delicious pre-wrapped gifts! Like these Peppermint Hot Chocolate Spoons from Carmelito Cafe! The one with the sweet-tooth on your list will also love their Traditional Gingerbread or Hazelnut Hot Chocolate Bombs.
Locally Ground Coffee
And Other Gifts from Bridgehead
Bridgehead has added some great gift ideas to their online Coffeehouse. The coffee and cookie exchange box features Bridgehead baked treats and their famous Merrymaker coffee. If your goal is to support the community this holiday, check out their Community Box, which features products from around the city as well as handmade face coverings from a coffee farmer in Uganda!
Something for Home
From Preston Hardware
Home appliances make great gifts! Preston Hardware carries unique, quality brands like their wide selection of JURA automatic speciality coffee machines. If you're shopping for a handy man or woman, a gift card to Preston Hardware means they'll get help finding exactly what they need when redeeming!
The Gift of Wellness
Speciality Gift Cards
Preston Street is full of unique spots for lunch, coffee, grab-and-go or to discover new options for vegetarian or vegan cuisine. The health and wellness lover on your list will love a gift card to their go-to restaurant on Preston Street, or will enjoy discovering a new one! Check out these cool spots for healthy, vegetarian or vegan options, or treat them to an organic juice cleanse. Click the link below to browse our directory:
- Pure Kitchen Preston
- Raw Pulp and Grind
- Renew Cold Press
- Supersalads
- Buchipop