We're here to help you shop LA this holiday season
Our carefully curated guides are designed to satisfy even the pickiest of recipients on your list this year — from plant-lovers to book lovers to pet lovers and beyond.
Plus we offer some guidance on how to survive the chaos of the next couple months.
Our Gift Picks
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Mantle has hosted LAist's AirTalk program for nearly 40 years and he has some ideas for you. -
We're making a list of our favorite things to do at the holidays in and around L.A.
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If you score a holiday party invite, you don't want to show up empty-handed.
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We've curated picture books from Southern California authors and illustrators.
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We've got gift ideas for the cook, the cookbook lover — and the person who just loves to eat.
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You're sure to find something that will delight on this plantastic gift list.
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For the folks who want great L.A. experiences — no decluttering needed.
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Green giving in the bag. Many items on this list are upcycled, which means less waste.
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The best thing about shopping for our pets this holiday season? They never complain.
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Creative gifts that are perfect for someone who appreciates local artisans.
Navigating This Holiday Season
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It's Giving Tuesday. And donations, no matter how small, make a difference. And so does your time. Here's our guide to donating and volunteering in and around L.A.
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It's the shopping season. So what can we do when our hearts urge us to play Santa but our wallets vote for Scrooge? Here are some fun ways to enjoy the holiday while cutting down on the excessive gift giving.
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Are you looking to be more mindful about where you spend your money? If you want to shop local this holiday season, we can help with this guide to some of our favorite placed to drop some dough IRL.
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Previous years
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Prowl with P-22, trace the life of a famed Black architect, Paul R. Williams, and meet a flower-spouting monster. There’s an illustrated story for readers of all kinds. -
These creative gifts are perfect for some who can appreciate items made by local artisans to match any budget, from a low of $12 to a splurge of more than $2,000.
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Give the gift of attending a special event this holiday season. Did someone say "party goats"?
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This list is (mostly) priced so that you can also pick up a little something green — as in, a plant — to go along with your gift.
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Need a food gift for the gourmand in your life? Well, you’ve come to the right place.
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We’ve gathered a selection of uniquely Los Angeles gift ideas spanning the entire city and beyond, all inviting you to support local businesses and artists who call L.A. home.
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If you plan to engage in some retail therapy and want to shop local, we've got you covered.
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Because it's more important than ever to shop small.
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Eclectic gifting tendencies? Check. Varying budgets? Check? Creative tastes and distinctive personalities? Check.
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Crazy cookbooks. Face-melting hot sauces. Artisanal boba. Fresh kimchi. Tamale kits. Locally-roasted coffee.
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Put down the Yankee Candle. Here's a roundup of uniquely L.A. gifts.
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