Bi-Rite Market Herb Crusted Mac & Cheese, $14.69 

• If You’re Running Late to the Friendsgiving Potluck 

And didn’t have time to prep a dish, don’t stress! Friendsgiving is meant to be casual and fun, especially if you’ll be digging into a more traditional feast in a few days. So go on, grab that gooey mac and cheese, with ribbon curls of cavatappi pasta, in a serious amount of sharp cheddar sauce, with the crispy, crunchy crumbs taking it over the top.

Bi-Rite Creamery Chocolate Bourbon Mousse Pie, $33.59

• When Everything’s Covered at Thanksgiving Dinner 

If your family already has the whole table covered, there’s always more room for pie. Beyond the classic pumpkin and pecan, our Creamery crew personally loves to bring home this luscious chocolate pie, the dark horse of the dessert table. It’s got a butter crust, filled with smooth mousse, and a shot of bourbon. Chocolate lovers will be grateful.

Holiday Cookie Trio, $18.89

• No Time to Bake for the Cookie Exchange?

Listen, some people love to bake, and others are busy. That’s okay, all are welcome at a cookie swap, with options this cute from the Creamery. Fresh out of the oven, don’t miss our classic holiday trio, featuring sparkling eggnog sugar cookies, gingerbread squares drizzled in frosting, and brown butter cookies filled with raspberry jam thumbprints.

Bruichladdich Classic Laddie, $69.99  

• Swing By the Ugly Sweater Party 

Don’t stress, simply throw on a statement sweater, and grab a bottle to go. Scotch is always a belly warmer for holiday shenanigans, and Bruichladdich’s got a fresh update on the classic. This Victorian-era distillery on the Isle of Islay dates back to 1881, but reopened with new ownership in 2001, focusing on barley sourced exclusively in Scotland, aged in oak barrels, without any peat, so you can truly taste the grain.

Fishwife Sardines with Hot Pepper, $10.49 

• A Little Something for Hanukkah Nights 

So you’ve got your gelt and candles — only eight nights to go, right? For an unexpected twist on Hanukkah trinkets, tap tinned fish. Fishwife’s hot sardines come in cute and colorful packages, revealing wild sardines caught in Cornwall, England, then painstakingly handpacked in Galicia, Spain. Perfect for balancing on a latke, starring in a seacuterie board, or simply peeling back the lid and sinking a tiny fork into that magic oil.

Seka Hills Olio Nuovo, $27.99

• Don’t Forget the Office White Elephant 

There’s nothing wrong with another gift card, but if you want to win the office gift exchange, go for good olive oil. Chefs wait all year for this olio nuovo, freshly milled and unfiltered for extra bold, bitter, and peppery flavors. Tribal owned and locally grown, Seka Hills makes a special one. Plus, you’ll test which of your teammates has the best dressed salads, so you know who to sit next to at lunch.

Bi-Rite Market Large Seasonal Bouquet, $31.49

Patrick Piuze Terroir de Fyé Chablis, $48.29

• Well-Behaved House Guests Bring Hostess Gifts

Headed to your mother-in-law’s house? Anyone who plans the menu, sets the table, and decks the halls deserves an extra treat. Even the hostess who has thought of every detail will still appreciate a big bouquet filled with seasonal flowers from local farms. Then again, you know what they say about moms and Chardonnay, so why not go with a chic old-vine Burgundy.

Grand Coffee Ugly Sweater, $24.99

Bi-Rite Creamery Gingerbread Tea Cake, $20.99 

• Say Thanks with a Teacher Gift

If a kind person taught you or your kids anything this year, whether a smoother tennis stroke or basic algebra, it’s never too late to say thanks. Teachers famously love coffee, so if yours always has a mug in hand, grab a seasonal bag of beans with a fuzzy sweater label and “rum-soaked fruitcake” tasting notes. And what is coffee without cake? Pair it with a festively frosted gingerbread loaf, handmade with love from our Creamery.

Feve Assorted Chocolates, $29.39

• Impress the Boss Before Deadline 

If a smart boss supported you this year, better slide something sweet onto their desk, before the office empties out. Perhaps a box of chocolates to hide in a desk drawer for the afternoon slump. Feve, a small and local maker in the Bayview, crafts glossy domed truffles in mesmerizing shapes, colors, swirls, and patterns. They’ve got boxes of nine or 21 pieces, for nice and extra-nice colleagues, with intriguing flavors like cardamom-almond and yuzu-caramel.  

Seed & Shell Pistachio Butter, $18.89

Frog Hollow Farm Navel Orange Marmalade, $17.89

Birdy’s Provisions Coarse Whole Grain Mustard, $10.49

• Stock Up on Stocking Stuffers 

After crossing the big items off your list, you’ll still need stuffers. A few favorite jars fill up a stocking fast, while staying affordable. For anyone who sneaks nut butter by the spoonful, pistachio was the hottest nut of the year, ground into a gorgeous green butter, without any sugar or preservatives. For all who live on toast, consider the finest marmalade, packed with winter citrus from a local farm. And savory personalities appreciate strong mustard, German-style with whole grains and warm spices. They’ll reach for it immediately for leftover turkey sandwiches.  

Bi-Rite Market Spinach & Fennel Salad, $14.69  

• What to Bring to Brighten Christmas Dinner

When you’re finally all sitting down to Christmas dinner, setting so many rich dishes on the holiday table, friends and family will appreciate a last-minute salad. New this year, we’ve got a totally fresh contender, featuring tart citrus segments, sweet golden beets, and thinly sliced fresh fennel, tossed in a lemon zinger of a vinaigrette, with a handful of chewy cranberries and toasty pepitas.

Bi-Rite Creamery Salted Caramel Popcorn, $15.79

• Count-Down Snacks for New Year’s Eve

While counting down to midnight and sipping on bubbles, don’t forget the salty-sweet snacks. Champagne and popcorn are an elite pairing, chasing bites of butter with washes of suds. It’s even more satisfying with housemade caramel corn, tossed with toasted peanuts and cocoa nibs, for extra flavor and crunch. 

Hungry for more? Swing by the Markets for even more gift ideas, and keep an eye out for festive signs with staff recommendations, as well as special tastings for the 12 days leading up to Christmas.