Tis the season to sleigh. It’s the 2025 New Orleans Tidbits Gift Guide, shining a light on local shopping.
1. Voyage Living // Looking for a gift that’s meaningful and beautiful? Shop handblown recycled glassware sets ethically sourced from Moroccan artisans. Packed to arrive pre-wrapped in festive packaging, each set of six ($30) is practical and stylish. Tip: Score free delivery within Orleans Parish.
2. Hazeltine Scent Co. // The lit gift that everyone wants, wrap up the festive holiday candle collection. The fabulous foursome of candles feature gift-perfect glass encased coconut wax delights with nods to pretty tablescapes, newly fallen leaves. invigorating freshly cut Frasier Firs and kitschy movie references.
3. The Secret Spot Flowers // Petal perfect, the sustainable flower shop offers abundant bouquets and seasonal flowers for gifting, as well as oversized canvas totes designed for market runs and flower hauls. Interactive workshops abound at the bouquet boutique for spending creative QT with friends year-round.
4. Tavia Atelier // A living work of art, Tavia Atelier of Octavia Art Gallery in NOLA is based around collaborations with talented artists to transform artwork into museum-worthy pieces. From botanical rings and kimono shirts to dresses, each is crafted in limited quantities and made of sustainable materials.
5. KREWE // A stocking stuffer with style, the KREWE limited-edition lighter sleeve is crafted from the same acetates as the brand’s giftable signature frames. Designed to serve as a playful conversation starter, each fits a standard lighter and is finished with gold-foil detailing for an extra spark.
6. Lekha // The gift of understated luxury, a block printed robe — handmade in India by local artisans — is the ultimate loungewear. Each breathable robe, available in several eclectic and chic prints, is made of 100% cotton to keep you cozy all year round.
7. HEALER // For a gift as unique as the person you’re surprising, turn to the NOLA-born lifestyle brand that sources niche luxury items from independent makers. With shopping categories dubbed Adornment, Apothecary, Atmosphere and Archive, there’s something to be found for every stylish someone.
8. Gautreau’s Reserve Blanc de Blancs Brut Excellence // For the classy sipper, iconic Gautreau’s and Avegno Lounge has unveiled its first-ever private label wine. A sparkling expression of NOLA flair, each bottle is crafted from the highest quality cuvée of white grapes making it bar cart perfection to be purchased at the restaurant.
9. El Guapo Bitters // Mix it up in chic sip style with an Espresso Martini Joie Cocktail Kit. The curated kit has the syrup and bitters needed to make 17 Espresso Martinis, includes La Mosca, an Italian three espresso bean garnish, and custom recipe card for traditional, low ABV and N/A recipes.
10. Fifi Paree // Gift your favorite caffeine-scene friend with an insulated cup from Fifi Paree. Priced at $35, the cups are illustrated to pay homage to the name of the Parisian-inspired French Quarter café, aka the first cat to cross the English Channel by plane.
11. Rahya Jewelry Design // For the style maven, a selection of handcrafted bolo necklaces that make a statement. From bohemian inspired geode bolo necklaces with varying colorways and stone selection to snakes, longhorns and glitzy tigers, the funky and bold tasseled pieces offer one-of-a-kind vibes.