OK, so if you aren’t done shopping yet, it’s time to be honest with yourself. It’s time to choose some gift cards. Yes, I know it can feel like a cop-out. But, if you pick the proper gift cards, it can actually feel like a well-thought-out gift. Skip the generic ones and choose something you can (1.) Purchase online and that (2.) Meets the interest of your giftee. Check out these suggestions:
Richmond Brewery Tours
Perfect for the guy on your list. A chauffeured trip to three breweries with tips and tastings included. If you want to be really cool, get a few certificates so he can bring friends. richmondbrewerytours.com
Red Door Spa
No matter what, any woman will adore this gift certificate. Red Door is high-end, so it’s a splurge, and receiving a certificate to do that rocks. If you can go into the spa, certificates come in pretty boxes, but they are just as spendable when purchased online. reddoorspas.com
Need Supply Co.
The fashionista in your life who, let’s be honest, probably wants to choose her own gift anyway, will love this certificate, which can be used at the boutique in Carytown or online. Nice and easy. needsupply.com
Sur La Table
For your favorite foodie, Sur La Table offers virtual gift cards that are good for classes or that are good for shopping. surlatable.com
Reginald’s Homemade
Yes, presenting your favorite peanut-butter loving friend with an actual jar of this locally made gourmet peanut butter would be nice. But you can also present them with a virtual gift card for purchasing online. Make sure you purchase enough to cover shipping costs along with peanut butter costs. reginaldshomemade.com
Relay Foods
Busy families will love a chance to try Richmond’s pick-up grocery service. relayfoods.com
Rappahannock and Merroir
Yes, you can buy gift certificates to each of these restaurants and have them delivered via email. Who wouldn’t love a free oyster dinner for Christmas? rroysters.com
AMF Bowling
Here’s another one for families. AMF sells online gift cards, so you can give them a few games of fun at any AMF. amf.com
