MN: SEARCH THE MINNESOTA GROWN DIRECTORY FOR GREAT HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS
News Date December 15, 2009
It’s just a couple of weeks before Christmas but it’s not too late to purchase unique holiday gifts for those on your shopping list. The Minnesota Grown Directory is any easy way to find great products for your family members and friends. Here are a few ideas:
- Poinsettias – They come in a wide variety of colors and make a great gift for a host or hostess of a holiday party!
- Wines – Minnesota boasts more than 30 wineries and many of them are listed in the Minnesota Grown Directory. Stop in and find not only great wines and gift baskets but lots of other wine-related gifts.
- Meats and Cheeses – Who wouldn’t love a basket filled with wonderful meats, such as beef and bison, as well as great artisan cheeses made here in Minnesota. The directory lists many farms that make up meat and cheese gift baskets you can order by phone. Wild Rice – Nothing makes a better side dish for a holiday meal than delectable Minnesota grown wild rice.
- Apple Baskets – A gift basket full of Haralson or Honeycrisp apples will be sure to please the apple lover on your list!
- Other Minnesota Grown Gift Ideas – There are plenty of other gift ideas for the food-lovers on your list, such as Minnesota Grown maple syrup, jellies, jams, and honey. Throw in some homemade pancake mix or a loaf of homemade bread and you’re sure to make someone happy this holiday season.
Search the Minnesota Grown Directory for your holiday gift ideas at www.minnesotagrown.com. (Contact: Margaret.hart@state.mn.us)