Local Treasures: Where We’re Shopping This Holiday Season

Local Treasures: Where We’re Shopping This Holiday Season

Here at Valencia we know firsthand the heart and soul that goes into running a local business, which is why we wanted to highlight some of our favourite local businesses that make Winnipeg feel so special.

Shopping local for the holidays is a great way to find unique, meaningful gifts while supporting the community around you. Local shops often have one-of-a-kind items you won’t find anywhere else, making your presents feel extra special!

We’ve rounded up some of our favourite local business that bring so much character and reactivity to our community.

Knapsack

One of our favourite coffee spots is open 7 days a week inside Next Door on Sherbrooke Street. Make sure to grab one of their delicious holiday drinks before you embark on your holiday shopping!

Frescolio

Winnipeg’s first specialty store to feature a wide selection of gourmet extra-virgin olive oils and vinegars in a tasting-bar setting. Frescolio prides themselves on having the freshest oils possible, and believe that cooking with the best ingredients should be easy and accessible.

Riley Grae

Riley Grae curates goods that let you share your most colourful, creative and authentic self with the world. Buying from small scale vendors and makers you are sure to find a special treasure here!

The Winehouse

We are big fans of wine here and The Winehouse is where we do all of our shopping. Offering wines to fit every budget and wide selection of wines from around the world - The Winehouse offers everything wine! 

Loving Flower Co

Based out of Riley Grae, Loving Flower Co is your spot for wreaths, door swags, bouquets and arrangements, and holiday centrepieces!

Cornelia Bean

Cornelia Bean specializes in the finest loose tea, freshly roasted coffees and accompanying accessories. This is the perfect spot to stop and get a gift for the tea lover in your life.

Small Mercies

Small Mercies was created to offer a unique space for the local community where people can come to be surrounded by beauty and feel inspired. Where people can come to be welcomed and enjoy themselves. Focusing on thoughtful design and quality lifestyle goods Small Mercies is the perfect spot for some holiday shopping.

A Little Art Boutique

A Little Art Boutique brings contemporary art and creative gifts together. Explore beautiful works of art and find special treasures made by artists and small businesses in Manitoba and from all across Canada.

Sugar and Salt

Sugar + Salt specializes in homestyle baked goods and cakes crafted with love, blending nostalgic flavours with stunning deigns. Each treat is as beautiful as it is as delicious, making every bite a celebration.

Black Market Provisions

Offering a curated collection of gifts, housewares, pantry provisions, greeting cards, trinkets and treasures, and house made food ranging from soups and salads to cookies and ice cream.

Søbr Market

Søbr Markets mission is simple, bring the best non-alcoholic drinks to as many people as possible. With non-alcoholic wines, sparking wines, beers and spirits - you are sure to find some great options. One of our favourites is their large assortments of poppi!

Shop local this holiday season!

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