Dharma Trading Company

dharmatrading.com

Absolutely the best one-stop shopping for all your creative fabric dying needs. Gather dyes, t-shirts, canvas bags, and more as well as their wealth on knowledge on hand dying and creating your own special gifts. Request a catalog which will keep you updated on the latest styles and techniques.

World Market

worldmarket.com

A treasure trove of great imported items from all over the world. Amongst their offerings: Linens and bedding, cookies, candies, and specialty foods from Europe, amazing kitchenware from table top to cooking and serving pieces as well as furniture, baskets, and an elaborate specialty wine section.

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Tisserie

www.tisserie.com

Jenny and I just discovered this modern French pastry shop in Manhattan off Union Square. Aside from great breads, sandwiches, and salads, you'll want to take home a big box of tarts, cookies, croissants, muffins and more---perfect for all types of entertaining events and gifts.

Zimman's

www.zimmans.com

Located in Lynn, Massachusetts in a great old building, this store is a fabric-lovers dream. Bolt after bolt of silks, velvets, and every kind of upholstery and drapery fabrics you can imagine. I bought a great cottonweave in brown with turquoise dots that is reversible. It is beautiful and has a vintage feel. If you make the trip, plan to spend the day. You won't be sorry.

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Burdick Chocolates

www.burdickchocolate.com

An amazing artisinal chocolatier nestled in a rural New Hampshire setting close to Vermont. I don't recommend it because it is somewhat local, but rather because it has extraordinary chocolates and worldwide reputation. Check out their Website for delicious chocolate and pastry gifts and when visiting make reservations for dinning at their amazing restaurant. (No need to visit Paris anymore.) You probably know about their chocolate truffle mice, but this is just the very "tip of the iceberg" when it comes to fresh, delicious, and authentic foods.

La Tempesta Biscotti

www.latempesta.com

My wife and I fell in love over this biscotti, and, 12 years later, I haven't found anything that rivals its great quality and taste. We love the Amore Bianco, but every flavor is better then the next. These cookies make perfect coffee break or plentiful dessert options as well as gifts. E-mail their wholesale site for purveyors in your area. ltwebinfo@latempesta.com

Whole Food

www.wholefoods.com

Not just a grocery store, not at all, but a spectacular food emporium that can meet your needs in every way possible with lots of flavor and style. Everything here is delicious, inspiring, and great for last minute entertaining and gifts.  Pick up fruits and flowers for table settings, amazing and healthful gifts in the bath and body department... a rich mix of cheeses, olives, breads, cakes, and desserts that feel like they are specially made just for you.

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