Know a steak lover? Then the perfect gift is Belmont Steaks. Purchase a gift certificate in any amount and fill their stomachs with their favorite meal.
Belmont Steaks [139 Flatbush Ave., in the Atlantic Terminal Mall, (718) 230-0244]. Hours: Monday–Sunday, 11:30 am–10:30 pm. Closed on holidays.
The Table Top Easel is a great gift for kids of all ages looking to get started with art. It comes in two sizes, and it’s cheap compared to a full-size easel. Perfect for aspiring artists with limited space. Now 30-percent off the regular prices of $16.99 and $47.39.
Fosters Art Sets ($19.95) have a little bit of everything for your favorite artist. They come with supplies in several media, including watercolor, pencil and calligraphy. With detailed instructions for each, even the most inexperienced new artist will know exactly how to use them. It even includes paper. And if you buy now, Seventh Avenue Art will throw in a free 4×6 Strathmore pad.
Seventh Avenue Art Supplies [374 Seventh Ave. between 11th and 12th streets in Park Slope (718) 369-4969]. Hours: Monday–Saturday, 10 am–6 pm; Sunday, noon–5 pm.
Don’t forget to include your house in the holiday spirit! Decorate with lights, wreaths, and Santas to make your home part of this merry time. American Housewares is offering a 10-percent discount on all holiday decorations during the month of December.
American Housewares [85 Court St., between Livingston and Schermerhorn streets in Downtown, (718) 243-0844]. Hours: Monday–Saturday, 8 am–7:45 pm; Sunday, 10 am–5:45 pm.
Got a long “Nice” list this holiday season? Head straight for Court Street Office Supplies, where you can get everything from walkie-talkies (believe it or not, but they make a high-tech stocking stuffer, $34) to the perfect briefcase (check out the Royce 636-5, a slim, functional, deluxe leather affair with lots of space, a magnetic clip, and even a BlackBerry holder, $200); to thousands of other items.
Court Street Office Supplies [44 Court St. at Joralemon Street in Downtown, (718) 625-5771]. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:30 am–6:30 pm; Friday, 8:30 am–1:45 pm; Sunday 11 am–4:30 pm.
Your friend’s house needs a little sprucing up, but you just don’t know how to tell her. How about some fancy silverware or scented candles ($25 each, or $5.55 for mini candles) from Haystack Home and Body? Or perhaps it’s time to replace that old sofa or get a new end table for the hallway. Again, Haystack has a great selection in many styles. The store even offers free in-home design consultation.
Haystack Home & Body [130 Clinton St. between Joralemon and Livingston streets in Brooklyn Heights, (718) 246-2510. Hours: Monday-Saturday, 11 am–7 pm; Sunday, noon–5 pm.
Mikey’s Hook Up is an authorized Apple repair shop that can fix your Mac problems as effectively and more conveniently than sending it to the manufacturer. The store’s geniuses handle more than just repairs, however. As a self-described “Mac-based creativity store,” Mikey’s sells home theater equipment, turntables, guitar cables and graphic design necessities like drawing tablets.
Mikey’s Hook Up [70 Front St. between Main and Washington streets in DUMBO (718) 596-1312] Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 am–7 pm; Saturday–Sunday, 10 am–6 pm. Other location is at 88 N. Sixth St. in Williamsburg, (718) 599-8906] Hours: Every day, 10 am–8 pm.
Finding gifts for the furrier members of the family can often be difficult (though, frankly, how picky is a pet?). Fortunately, NYCpet has doggy coats, scratching posts and a range of squeaky toys for every budget. Your best friend or cat will also really appreciate a warm bed made from fleece ($29.99) or rabbit fur ($89.99). For the human half of the couple, key chains, stickers and tote bags make great accessories.
NYCpet.com [57 Clark St., between Henry and Hicks streets in Brooklyn Heights, (718) 852-7208]. Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 am–8 pm; Saturday, 9 am–7 pm; Sunday, 11 am–5 pm.
Can’t pick out the best holiday card for your loved one? Then don’t! Create your own holiday card. Get great options for different styles with high-end fashion and high-quality material that you wouldn’t find elsewhere. You can also retouch your favorite photos to turn those oldies into goodies.
Minuteman Press [305 Atlantic Ave., between Hoyt and Smith streets in Boerum Hill, (718) 858-0313]. Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–5 pm; Saturdays, 10 am–3 pm. Closed on holidays.
If you’re going for a healthier holiday dinner this year, take a look at New York Naturals’ selection of organic health food and produce. If you need gifts for some high-stressed loved ones, the store specializes in herbal supplements and relaxing, all-natural beauty products. An herbal “Tsheringma” tea from remote Bhutan would make an exotic stocking stuffer ($5.99). And while you’re giving out gifts to everyone else, how about treating yourself to a carrot juice ($1.99) or papaya smoothie ($5.99) from the in-store organic juice bar.
New York Naturals [253 Flatbush Ave., at Sixth avenue in Prospect Heights (718) 230-7094]. Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 am–9 pm; Saturday–Sunday, 10 am–9 pm.
Gas prices are all over the place these days, and, let’s face it, Hummers aren’t really the best way to get around town. So how about buying that very special someone a stylish, Italian-made conveyance that’s easy on the eyes and on the wallet?
The Vespa S50, a modern version of the classic Florentine scooter that shuttled the likes of Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn around the Roman coliseum, can be yours for $3,199.
Vespa Brooklyn [215 Park Ave., at Vanderbilt Avenue in Fort Greene, (718) 254-0808]. Hours: Monday–Friday 10 am–6 pm; Saturday, 11 am–6 pm; Sunday, noon–5 pm.
The Mac Support Store offers repair and data recovery services on Apple products, and, as an Apple Authorized Reseller, the store also sells brand new Mac computers and accessories, plus other computers, assembled right in the store. Nothing beats the gift of technology — especially at these prices!
Mac Support Store [168 Seventh St. at Third Avenue in Park Slope (718) 312-8341] Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 am–6 pm; Saturday, 10 am–4 pm; closed Sunday.
Want to halve your shopping during Christmas week? Head to Frame it in Brooklyn, where each framing customer will receive a free print — and this store has thousands to choose from!
Frame it in Brooklyn [767 Third Ave., between 25th and 26th streets in Greenwood Heights, (718) 788-7404]. Hours: Monday–Saturday, 8:30 am–5 pm.
Make someone feel gorgeous this year with a gift certificate to The Sanctuary Aveda Salon (they can be purchased online or in person). Women’s haircuts start at $55 and manicures at $15, so you can give the gift of beauty without breaking the bank.
Sanctuary Aveda Salon [527 Atlantic Ave. between Third and Fourth avenues in Boerum Hill, (718) 243-9300] Hours: Tuesday–Friday, 11 am–7 pm; Saturday, 10:30 am–6 pm; Sunday noon–5 pm; closed Monday.
Got a wine connoisseur on the gift list? Don’t turn him or her into a whine connoisseur by choosing the wrong vintage. Instead, grab one of Red, White and Bubbly’s “Discovery” packs, a two-wine gift box featuring owner Darrin Siegfried’s selection (buying bottles this way also saves 10 percent, but no one has to know). Seigfried also offers a “Best Buy” four pack whose selections also change each month. How good a buy? It’s four bottles for under $40 (again, it’s our little secret).
Red White and Bubbly [211 Fifth Ave. at Union Street in Park Slope (718) 636-9463]. Hours: Monday–Saturday, 10 am– 6 pm; Sunday, noon–8 pm.
Grrr-emlins from Vo-Toy ($9.25) are both fun and durable. Made of foam-stuffed Latex, they will outlast other, hollow rubber squeaky toys. All dogs will love the texture, but they are especially great for stronger chewers. Choose from three cheeky styles: Hornelius, Pedey or Slugger.
Big Shrimpy beds are both attractive and good for the environment. They are made from recycled materials and stuffed with eco-friendly fabric. Available in fleece or suede, they come in colors to fit any décor. Two outer layers protect the bed from dog messes, plus all parts are machine washable. Original style comes in small ($89), medium ($119) and large ($130) and can be special ordered in any size or color.
The Tru-Fit Smart Harness from Kurgo ($27.79) is a versatile and smart gift for the traveling dog lover. This sturdy and comfortable harness can be attached to a car seatbelt as well as used as a regular walking harness. It’s fully adjustable and comes in small, medium, large and extra-large.
They say that every dog has his day, and when he does, he’ll be hungry, too. That’s reason enough to highlight Galloping Gourmutts baked treats ($1–$2.50) for your favorite dog. The unique, individual treats are baked and all natural (some are even wheat free).
Top Dog Shop [169 Lincoln Pl. at Seventh Avenue in Park Slope (718) 246-4600] Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 am–9 pm; Saturday–Sunday, 9 am–7 pm.
With more than 500 varieties of beer to choose from, Sunset Beer is the place to go to prepare for your upcoming holiday bashes. From your favorite local brews to quirky European beers, this place has something for everyone. Kegs range in price from the $70 Coors to the $155 keg of Stella Artois.
Sunset Beer Distributors [969 Third Ave., at 37th Street in Sunset Park (718) 788-8000]. Hours: Monday–Wednesday, 10 am–7 pm; Thursday–Saturday, 10 am–8 pm.
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