Sofas deserve nice things too.
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There are some people for whom winter means braving the cold weather to play outdoor sports or fill the calendar with social events. For others, interior comforts are king. They like to have fun too, they just want to be by the fire or partially upside down while doing it.
Here are some gift ideas for those people, the supremely cool creatures in your life. They may be understated, but a well-chosen gift will get them in a good mood in no time.
1. Wayne Gretzky Distillery Maple Cream Liqueur. Speaking of spirits, you can’t get more Canadian than this – it has both the Wayne Gretzky endorsement and the maple syrup flavor. Notes of caramel, sweet cream, baked pastry, and Red Cask whiskey also make up this offering from the hockey player’s winery and distillery in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. Also consider purchasing the Original Canadian Cream, which has won multiple international awards, including double gold at the 2020 San Francisco Global Spirits Competition ($ 34.95 at gretzkyestateswines.com).
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2. A subscription to Audible.ca . Nothing beats an audio book for ease of use on the go. Audible.ca recommends memoirs by Rick Mercer (Speaking to Canadians), Will Smith (Will), and Mariah Carey (The Meaning of Mariah Carey). For some laughs, check out Catherine Hernandez’s sketch comedy series, Impending Disaster. Or relax with the classics, like Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy or a selection of books by Jane Austen. Gift memberships are available for between one and 12 months, with prices ranging from $ 14.95 to $ 162.95. (audible.ca)
3. Tea Forté Warming Joy gift set. Warm her heart and tummy with a Christmas-themed collection for tea lovers. Includes microwave- and dishwasher-safe porcelain mug with lid and tea tray, plus 10 kosher-certified tea infusers. There are two of each blend: Raspberry Ganache, Sweet Orange Spice, Cherry Mazipan, Harvest Apple Spice, and Winter Chai. ($ 55 at teaforte.com)
4. Tim Hortons Vacation Articles. If you’re more of a Tim Hortons enthusiast, there’s a lot of festive merch. Offerings include tumblers, dishwasher and microwave safe mugs, a tree topper shaped like a hot cocoa mug, and a stackable mug. Gift cards are an easy add-on, too. (Various prices, available at participating locations).
5. Nintendo console and games. The game company has released a ton of things perfect for a night out. The new OLED model of the Nintendo Switch ($ 449.99) is packed with features including a seven-inch OLED screen, 64GB of internal storage, and enhanced audio. There is also a selection of new games that you can play alone or with family and friends, such as Mario Party Superstars ($ 79.99), Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl ($ 159.99 for the two-pack) and Big Brain Academy. : Brain vs. Brain ($ 39.99). (nintendo.com)
Reference-o.canada.com