The '24 Holiday Gift Guide

The 2024 Holiday Gift Guide is here!

Our staff have rounded up some favourite items and go-to gift ideas to share with you. Items available online are linked, and the rest can be shopped in-store. We hope you enjoy reading through our little guide as much as we enjoyed making it!

Prices exclude tax and are subject to change.

Gifts for the Cheese Lover

1. 2024 Holiday Variety Box - We’re couldn't be more excited about this year’s limited edition selections - they’re bolder than ever before and sure to delight even the most discerned palate.
2. Goldilocks Goods beeswax food wraps - These are a great reusable option for storing cheese. The cotton, coated with a blend of natural resins, oils, and beeswax, allows cheese to “breathe” while protecting it from excess moisture and contaminants. $13.95 (1x medium)
3. Gulf Islands Gourmet Pepper Jelly - Our go-to pepper jelly comes in Sweet (mild peppers), Hot (mid-range spicy peppers), and Fire (hot peppers). It’s so good with cheeses like our Island Brie. $5.75-$9.95
4. Gift Card - For cheese, of course! $25-$200
5. Alpine Candlelight Raclette - Powered by tealights, this portable Raclette for two is perfect for at home, camping, and outdoor dining. $44.95
6. Cheese Knife Set - To serve, slice, and enjoy cheese. $22.95
7. Swissmar Cheese Knives - These are the real deal cheese knives, with designs suited for cheeses from soft to firm. $21.95
8. Acacia & Resin Serving Boards - With numerous colours to choose from, these boards make everything you serve on them look impressive. Made in Canada. $80.95
9. Wood Cheese Slicer - This is our secret to clean, precise cuts. Made in BC. $45.95
10. Saltspring Kitchen Co. Jams - From Raspberry Habanero to Hot Mango, there’s a deliciously unique pairing for every cheese. $10.75-$12.75
11. Formaticum Cheese Storage Paper - Available in sheets or bags specifically designed to keep cheese fresh. $9.95
12. Cheesemaking Kits (not pictured) - Everything you need to make cheese, except for the milk. Available in Mozzarella/Ricotta, Aged Cheddar, Feta, Curds, and Cream Cheese. Each kit makes multiple batches. $35+

Gifts for the Foodie

1. “Just Right” Gift Basket - A simply curated selection of locally made foods to pair with our farmstead cheeses. $50+
2. Goldilocks Goods beeswax food wraps - These are awesome for storing cheese, fruits, and vegetables. Use them as bowl covers or form them into pouches. Not only are they earth-friendly and easy on the eyes, they keep food fresh (even avocados stay green!) $29.95 (3 pack)
3. Forest for Dinner wild foraged food - Marinated Morels, Spruce Tip Jelly, and Nootka Rose Sugar are a few of our favourite wild foods foraged right here on Vancouver Island. A distinctive, delicious experience. $11.95-$22.95
4. Olive This & More - An incredibly broad selection of infused olive oils & balsamics ensures you’ll find something unique. $16-$26
5. Acacia & Resin Rectangular Serving Board - With numerous colours to choose from, these boards make everything you serve on them look impressive. Made in Canada. $53.95-$69.95
6. Triple Smoke Chili Crunch - This finishing oil is a one-of-a-kind smoked chili oil that will take your taste buds on a smokey and spicy adventure. Good on everything. $15.95
7. Stoke the Fire Garlic Syrup - It’s one of those things you just have to try. Any food lover will appreciate the limitless possibilities this flavourful creation has to offer. $19.95

Gifts for the Littles

1. John Deere Playsets - from 12m-8y+. Starting at $25.95
2. Little Adventurers Vancouver Island Scavenger Hunt Books - A gift that keeps on giving and supports local charities. These books are a fun way to get outside, explore local parks, and maybe discover a few new places on central Vancouver Island. $20
3. Cow Front & Back T-shirt - $21.95
4. “Moo” Cow T-shirt - $21.95
5. “Over the Moon” Onesie - Who can resist a cute cow jumping over a moon of cheese? Comes in white and navy. $21.95
6. Cobble Hill Farm Floor Puzzle - Large puzzle pieces are fun to assemble on the floor. $19.95
7. Farm animal stuffies - From cows to sheep to sheep dogs, there’s a cuddly pal for everyone. $35.95+
8. Plush farm animal bookmarks - $7.95

Gifts for the Teens & Tweens

1. LQC Knit Toque - A perfectly understated mid-weight beanie that can be worn with the rim rolled up or down. $29.95
2. “Brie Happy” Sweatshirt - Oversized seems to be the thing these days, so be sure to size up! $65.95
3. Tote Bag - It’s 2024, and the tote bag has become an everyday essential. Made from heavy cotton canvas with an adorable farm-themed print. Printed on Vancouver Island. - $12.28
4. Flat Pack 3D Barn Ornament - Everyone’s inner child comes to life when they get to build this little barn, complete with a cow inside. Made on Vancouver Island. $11.95

Gifts for the Guys

1. “Smokey & Spicy” Gift Basket - It’s just what it sounds like; everything in this basket, from cheese to chocolate, is either smoky or spicy. $65+
2. “Moo” T-shirt - $24.95
3. “Don’t Worry, Brie Happy” T-shirt - $24.95
4. LQC Camp Mug - $17.95
5. Hot Sauce Top Picks - Stoke the Fire Bear Spray & Vancouver Island Hot Sauce Co. Owl’s Screech. $11.95-$14.95
6. Saltspring Kitchen Co. Candied Jalapenos (also known as Cowboy Candy) $ 12.95
7. LQC 7-Panel Structured Snapback - $35.95

Gifts for Her

1. Wood + Water Resin Creations round serving boards - It’s all in the details, and the shades of sea blue and frothy surf make these some of the most realistic ‘’ocean’ serving boards out there. Made on Vancouver Island. $121.95-$125.95
2. Goldilocks Goods Floral/Botanical Food Wraps - For storing food is style. $13.95 (1x medium)
3. “Brie Happy” Sweatshirt - It’s soft, it’s cozy, and it pairs equally well with jeans or a glass of wine and a couch. $65.95
4. Winter Collection Soy Candles by Grumpy Goat Soaps - Locally made, delightfully & naturally scented. $19.95
5. Van Isle Flora & Fauna 10pc Wooden Ornament Set - Includes a delightful array of creatures from sea to tree. Made on Vancouver Island. $17.95
6. Brie Baker - A handy little dish, perfect for baking a wheel of Brie. Pair it with #3 for a fun themed gift. Available in white or red. $20.95
7. Cheese Knife Set (with resin embellishments) - Serve, slice, and enjoy cheese in style. $31.95

Staff Picks

1. Build-your-own Picnic Box - We love this gift box for its simplicity and easy customization, making it a great choice for any recipient. $25
2. “Brie Happy” Sweatshirt - It’s so soft and cozy, and definitely one of our favourite merch garments. $65.95
3. Farm Animal 10pc Wooden Ornament Set - We love this delightfully charming set of folk-inspired farm animals! Made on Vancouver Island. $17.95
4. “Christmas Spirit” Soy Candle by Grumpy Goat Soaps - It’s unanimous, this is our favourite Christmas candle of 2024. The scent is like a warm hug, with spicy notes and an edge of sweetness. $19.95
5. LQC Camp Mug - We almost all have one or two of these. Great for camping and outdoor adventures, but they’re also just a really nice mug. $17.95
6. Flat Pack 3D Cabin Ornament - Assembly required! We seriously love that these are more than just an ornament, they’re an experience. Inspired by the heritage cabin on our farm and made on Vancouver Island. $11.95

Stocking Stuffers (Under $15)

1. Cosman & Webb Maple Syrup (the 100ml size is the cutest little bottle!) $9.95+
2. Thrive Wagyu Beef Bar - $6.50
3. Denman Island Chocolates - $4.15
4. Grumpy Goat Soaps - The Winter collection includes cozy scents like Spiced Cider and Winter Berry. $12.50
5. Swedish Dishcloths - They're like paper towel that can be used over, and over, and over again. Really fun if you haven't tried them before! $5.95-$11.95
6. Individual gourmet hot chocolates - $1.75
7. Wooden ornament - $11.95
8. “Over the Moon” Ornament - $10.95
9. Rock Coast Toffee Bark - $3.85-$7.95
10. John Deere Tractor Toys - $7.95+
11. Temper chocolate bars - Step out of the ordinary with intriguing flavours like Matcha Raspberry and London Fog. $9.75-$11.50
12. Goldilocks Single Medium Food Wrap - A colourful (& effective!) way to keep food fresh. $13.95 (1x medium)