Our Staff’s Favorite Things 2025
Looking for last-minute food gifts or items for your holiday party? Check out some of our staff’s favorite things!
And keep an eye out for the green “Favorite Things” tags when shopping in our stores for more inspiration!
Robin’s Favorite Things
Mitica’s Toketti
Why they love it:
“Not a pita, not a cracker! Crisp & savory. Yummy!”
Ritrovo’s Dry Stuffed Tortellini
Why they love it:
“Delicious & versatile!”
Enzo’s Table’s Clovis Crunch Granola
Why they love it:
“Not too sweet, lots of crunch, and no additives.”
Jakub’s Favorite Things
The Peanut Shop of Williamsburg’s Peanuts
Why they love it:
A very nice texture peanut that should be on every holiday table!
VT Smoke and Cure’s Summer Sausage
Why they love it:
Tangy, savory, and slightly sweet. The perfect addition to your charcuterie board.
Nina’s Favorite Things
Voštinić-Klasnić’s Epitet
Why they love it:
“Lovely Croatian wine! Perfect for long winter nights.”
Nuñez de Prado’s Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Why they love it:
“Fresh, fruity flavor and buttery texture. Easy to fall in love with it!”
Shelburne Farms’ 2-Year Cheddar
Why they love it:
“Great to snack on any time of the year. It’s a sharp but mineral-y cheese with sweetness on the back end!”
Nick’s Favorite Things
Angry Goat Pepper Co.’s Hot Sauce
Why they love it:
“Angry Goat is the absolute best at creating creative hot sauces that taste really good. And if you want a real face-melter to harm your mouth, they do that too. And it’s still tasty!!!”
Amelia’s Favorite Things
Hilberg Pasquero Vareij
Why they love it:
“A blend of Brochette and Barbera, this wine tastes like raspberries and roses, so complex and wonderful. Enjoy with charcuterie. Can be lightly chilled.”
Allo Simonne’s Gianduja Bars
Why they love it:
“Rich and fabulous! Slice and serve with coffee or after dinner drinks. Crazy good!!”
Seggiano’s Basil Pesto
Why they love it:
“I would eat this for my last meal on earth, and just be sad I couldn’t have more. The best pesto I have EVER had. Especially great on whole wheat pasta!”
Happy Holidays!
