The Holiday Gift Guide For New Orleans Food Lovers

Lisa White's boozy eggnog is hands down one of the best Eater NOLA has ever tasted and it already has a cult following. Good thing it's being bottled for all the nog lovers on your shopping list this year.
Price: $55
Where To Purchase: Willa Jean, starting on December 15

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These beautiful cotton kitchen towels are hand woven in Turkey, effortlessly chic, and available for purchase online or at Loomed's ultra cool Garden District shop.
Price: $28/each
Where To Purchase: Loomed

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New Orleans' premier cheese shop ships incredible holiday gift sets to fromage lovers near and far. The Prytania box hits all the high notes with an all-American lineup of cheese, salami, and honey.
Price: $99.99 (gift boxes start at $29.99)
Where To Purchase: St. James Cheese Co.

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Poppy Tooker's newest title is more than just a cookbook: Ghost stories, unknown facts, and lore about this Quarter institution make this one of the best local gifts for history buffs with a knack for cooking.
Price: $34.95
Where To Purchase: Octavia, Tujague's

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A fine gift for any sweet tooth in your life, this gift set from longtime family-owned and operated Leah's Pralines in the Quarter features five creamy pralines, frosted pecans, and an insane bacon pecan brittle. 
Price: $25.95
Where To Purchase: Leah's Pralines

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Chef Stephen Stryjewski's father hand crafts each of these unique cutting boards using oak, cherry and walnut wood, and finishes them in beeswax and mineral oil. A steal for the cost.
Price: $30-$75
Where To Purchase: Link Restaurant Group

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Donald Link & co. have you covered on knives. For the ultimate luxury, opt for a Santoku or Utility knife handcrafted by New Orleans' own Gus Mendoza of Havana Knife Co. (Note: They require a two-week preorder.) 
Price: $20-$250
Where To Purchase: Link Restaurant Group, Havana Knife Co.

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Kevin Pedeaux is a man obsessed with roasting coffee, which translates into each sip of his signature blends. Holiday baskets feature a house blend, single origin, and Nonna Randazzo biscotti. 
Price: Coffees at $12 and up
Where To Purchase: Coast Roast (in St. Roch Market)

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This limited-edition King Creole rum from James Michalopoulos and crew is perfect for savoring with notes of leather, tobacco, cocoa and orange, and a sleek keepsake bottle.
Price: $84.99
Where To Purchase: Celebration Distillery; hits fine grocers Dec 1

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Pastry chef Megan Forman and the Gracious Bakery crew have chocolate lovers in mind this holiday with their line of incredible chocolate barks and granola.
Price: $8.50-$16
Where To Purchase: Gracious Bakery

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Old Fashioned and Julep obsessives can step up their home-bar game with these excellent (and fool-proof) cocktail mixers locally crafted by bartenders Max Messier and Lauren Myerscough. 
Price: $14.95/bottle, $41.95/bundle
Where To Purchase: Cocktail & Sons, Pearl Wine Co.

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Surprise a co-worker with a healthy boxed lunch from this Uptown juice and organic foods hotspot. Hand delivered. Order in store/via email/by phone (504) 304-7791.
Price: $7-$25
Where To Purchase: Sprout & Press

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You may not be able to cook like John Besh, but you can at least look the part in his exclusive Billy Reid apron design featuring a Sazerac recipe and copper/leather accents. Plus it benefits local culinary programs. 
Price: $95
Where To Purchase: Billy Reid

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Stock the bar with these locally made gins from distiller Jedd Haas and the Atelier Vie team. Hand crafted in Mid City, the barrel-aged and barrel-finished spirits are great for sipping or for turning the holidays into one giant martini party.
Price: $30 to $40
Where To Purchase: Pearl Wine Co. (also ships), Atelier Vie (Sat-Sun, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.)

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Sucre is like Tiffany for sugar addicts, and the 15-piece holiday macaron boxes are coveted bling. Go traditional or order the custom roasted chocolate-covered option with rich chocolate salted caramel and almond center. 
Price: $31.50-$35
Where To Purchase: Sucre

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For those unfamiliar with the booming local craft beer scene, Nola Brewing's Irish Channel Stout is a great place to start, especially during the holidays given the rich notes of espresso and chocolate. 
Price: $5 for glass
Where To Purchase: NOLA Brewing, Martin Wine Cellar, Rouses

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Can't make it to Commander's Palace this holiday season? James Beard Award-winning chef Tory McPhail has just launched his signature line of sauces, and they're perfect stocking stuffers for home cooks and fans of the turquoise landmark.
Price: $6.49
Where To Purchase: Rouses, Nola Cajun

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