{"id":8037,"date":"2022-11-21T16:14:46","date_gmt":"2022-11-21T21:14:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/new.espace4saisons.com\/en\/?p=8037"},"modified":"2023-07-04T10:34:16","modified_gmt":"2023-07-04T14:34:16","slug":"our-guide-to-local-gift-ideas-for-the-2022-festive-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/espace4saisons.com\/en\/our-guide-to-local-gift-ideas-for-the-2022-festive-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Guide to Local Gift Ideas for the 2022 Festive Season"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Our Guide to Local Gift Ideas for the 2022 Festive Season<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first snow has dramatically announced its arrival\u2014heralding the start of the festive season! Time to exchange those pumpkin lattes for mulled wine, to festoon your home with garlands and decorate your tree. Time also to start thinking about Christmas shopping\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year, why not support our local merchants and craftspeople by booking a weekend at the Espace 4 Saisons (E4S)<\/a><\/span>? As well as being able to find one-of-a-kind gifts, you can enjoy the seasonal activities in Orford and the surrounding area, amid a relaxed, picturesque setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using Espace 4 Saisons<\/a><\/span> as your base, you\u2019ll find that all of the following places and products are within an easy driving distance. If you don\u2019t have time to finish up your shopping list in person, then you can complete your purchases online from the comfort of your hotel room\u2014bundled up in your bathrobe, glass of wine in hand!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

OUR GUIDE TO GIFT IDEAS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/strong>The Falala Market \u2013 Orford <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This brand new Christmas market at Orford Music features the work of local artisans as well as entertainment from famed performer Gr\u00e9gory Charles. Just a five-minute drive from E4S, dropping by the Falala Market<\/a><\/span> is a great way to get in the mood for the festive season!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A bottle of Cherry River spirit \u2013 Magog<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cherry River Distillery<\/a><\/span> in downtown Magog (it\u2019s located in a former church) offers tours, tastings and a range of products that make wonderful gifts.<\/p>\n\n\n

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To put under the tree: a bottle of berries and basil-flavoured gin<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bleu Lavande products \u2013 Magog <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bath and body products not only make great gifts, but they\u2019re also a way of encouraging the recipient to pamper themselves! The products sold at the Bleu Lavande boutique<\/a><\/span> (opened year-round) are infused with lavender\u2014a fragrant plant known to have relaxing, health-giving properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To put under the tree: the soothing body care set<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/strong><\/a><\/span>La Grange du Parfumeur<\/a><\/span> \u2013 Magog <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This craft perfume maker offers a range of different scents. If you\u2019re not sure which one to choose as a gift, you can opt for the \u201cDiscovery box\u201d, which contains 10 different perfumes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Savonnerie des Diligences \u2013 Eastman <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This soap maker specializes in simple but stylish body products. Namely, check out their unique \u201cLegends Collection<\/a><\/span>\u201d!<\/p>\n\n\n

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To put under the tree: a duo of soft, exfoliating soaps scented with balsam fir and eucalyptus<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Local products from Boutique Gourmande<\/a><\/span> \u2013 Sherbrooke <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A mecca for gourmets, this handsome store in the heart of Sherbrooke sells gift boxes filled with products laced with the distinctive, Quebec terroir. The boxes contain all manner of goodies\u2014boreal spices, sweet treats, maple syrup, local oils (to name a few).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To bring as a hostess gift: the G\u00e9n\u00e9reux Terroir Classique<\/a> box<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/strong>High-end products from Robinson<\/a><\/span> \u2013 Sutton <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This luxury store sells handcrafted, vegetable-tanned goods such as camera straps, dog leashes, belts and bags. Made to last, they have a timeless style.<\/p>\n\n\n

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To put under the tree: a handcrafted,<\/a> waxed-canvas log carrier<\/p>\n\n\n\n

J\u00e9r\u00e9mie Postel gourmet products \u2013 available at a number of retail outlets<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Popular local delicacies flavoured with balsam fir shoots sourced from the Sutton Valley. Honey, jam, kombucha\u2014to augment your festive meals!<\/p>\n\n\n

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A stocking stuffer: a jar of blueberry, haskap (honeyberry) and fir jam<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/strong>Coffee from Br\u00fbleries Faro \u2013 Sherbrooke<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting the morning with a good cup of coffee is a daily ritual for much of the population. If you have a loved one that does just that, you know they\u2019ll appreciate one of the products from the Br\u00fbleries Faro<\/a> roastery!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To bring as a hostess gift: coffee<\/a> aged in oak barrels<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/strong>Le point visible \u2013 Bedford<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sewing a quilt requires an attention to detail, lots of love and endless patience\u2014truly a work of art! Marilyn, the person behind Le point visible<\/a><\/em><\/span>, has a new take on this traditional craft. Her work is characterized by dazzling colours and designs. She can also produce a made-to-measure comforter, but don\u2019t delay! This is labour intensive work and orders have to be made well in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n

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To put under the tree: baby comforter<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ceramic from Atelier Tr\u00e9ma<\/a><\/span> \u2013 Bedford<\/strong>
A boutique crammed with handmade objects from the potter\u2019s studio. The collection ranges from everyday dishes to Maritime-themed ornaments, all of them stunning!<\/p>\n\n\n

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To offer as a gift: a pottery maple syrup container<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sustainable toys from L\u2019Atelier Cheval de Bois<\/a> <\/span>\u2013 online <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This little local company based in Coaticook, specializes in handmade, wooden toys\u2014brightly coloured, elegantly designed cars, boats and buses (among other objects). Sure-fire favourites with young and old!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To give to a young child: a wooden tractor trailer<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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