Shop Local: Valencia County Holiday Gift Guide
For the 2021 Holiday season, Americans are being urged to complete their Christmas shopping early because of supply chain issues. Because many toys, electronics, and textiles that normally fill our store shelves are currently stuck on cargo ships, it’s highly likely that checking items off of the holiday wish lists will be quite difficult. Fortunately, Valencia County is teeming with locally produced goods and services, none of which are stuck on cargo ships!
Don’t let the Grinch (supply chain woes) steal Christmas!
Keep scrolling to view a curated gift guide from amazing Valencia County businesses that will help you save Christmas!
Gifts to Bring Christmas Cheer
Beer and Wine
Jaramillo Vineyard
With a beautiful tasting room located in a historic building in the up and coming Belen Arts District, Jaramillo Vineyards is a wonderful place to spend an afternoon with friends. They sell bottles of delicious wines that are sure to brighten any Holiday celebration. Be sure to ask about the Judy Chicago specialty bottles for the Art Lover on your list.
(Located in Belen)
https://www.jaramillovineyards.com/the-tasting-room
Chavez Brothers Winery
Opened in 2021, the Chavez Brothers Winery features a variety of delicious wines expertly crafted from grapes grown right here in the Middle Rio Grande River Valley. Go in for a tasting or conveniently order online if you’re in a hurry.
(Located in Belen)
Tractor Brewing
Tractor Brewing has become a staple in the craft beer scene, and it’s no wonder. Featuring a wide variety of seasonal and craft beers and ciders, Tractor has something for everyone. Stop in at the newly built Los Lunas location and pick up a keg, growler, or six pack of cans to enjoy with friends and family.
(Located in Los Lunas)
https://getplowed.com/loslunas-2/
Everything will be merry and bright with locally sourced treats this Christmas.
Local Agricultural Products
Hays Honey and Apple Farm
Honey makes a sweet gift! Stop by the Hays Honey store in Bosque Farms and choose from a selection of gift baskets and sweet treats made with their delicious locally produced honey and apples.
(Located in Bosque Farms)
http://www.hayshoneynm.com/our-honey.html
De Smet Dairy
Featuring delicious, grass fed, raw milk, cream top yoghurt, and free range organic chicken eggs, De Smet Dairy is a fantastic place to stock up on the essentials before the Holiday guests arrive- and such high quality products will shine in your holiday dishes!
(located in Bosque Farms)
HDI Grocery
High Desert Industrial Supply saw a need in the community for grocery staples during the 2020 lockdowns and quickly became a community favorite for locally sourced groceries. From locally milled flour, to locally grown pinto beans, chile, and grass fed beef- HDI grocery has everything you need to make your holiday meals extra special.
(located in Belen)
https://www.facebook.com/HDISupply/
Confections and Baked Goods
Manny’s Fine Pastries
(Located in Los Lunas)
https://mannysfinepastries.business.site/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=referral
Panaderia Belen
(Located in Belen)
https://www.facebook.com/pasteleriaypanaderiabelen/
Floral Arrangements
Deck the halls with flowers, wreaths, and more!
Amor Flowers
(located in Belen)
Davis Floral
(located in Belen)
https://www.davisfloralandgifts.com/?y_source=1_MTM0NzUwODktNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
Bloom Flowers and Gifts
(located in Los Lunas)
https://www.bloomflowersloslunas.com/
Have someone on your list who is hard to shop for? Gift cards from local restaurants, salons, and shops are the perfect solution.
For the Coffee Lover
Bosque Roasters
This amazing local business was born out of a passion for coffee. Featuring artisanal locally roasted coffees and a variety of specialty teas, a gift card or a couple bags of coffee from Bosque Roasters is sure to perk up the coffee lover in your life this Christmas!
(Located in Los Lunas)
https://www.bosquecoffeeroasters.com/
Europa Food. Farm. Festival.
Featuring a menu of delicious food and expertly crafted coffee drinks as well as a beautiful and relaxing environment, Europa is one of Valencia County’s hidden gems. Any coffee lover would love a gift card and the opportunity to escape for an afternoon to Europa’s beautiful ambiance.
(Located in Los Lunas)
https://www.foodfarmfestival.com/
For the Art Lover
Through the Flower Art Space
Home to world famous and highly celebrated artist, Judy Chicago, the Through the Flower Art Space gift shop features a variety of beautiful gift items based on Judy’s art. Stop by to check out the gallery and shop in person, or order conveniently online.
(located in Belen)
https://throughtheflower.org/shop/
Belen Art League Gallery and Gifts
Featuring a beautifully curated gallery of art from a variety of local artists, this small but charming gallery has something for everyone on your list.
(Located in Belen)
https://www.belenartleague.com/
For the Fashionista
Two J’s Boutique
(Located in Bosque Farms)
https://www.twojsboutique.shop/
For the Animal Lover
Chical’s Haystack
Chical’s features a great selection of pet supplies, farm and ranch supplies, country western clothing, toys, and more.
(Located in Bosque Farms)
https://www.facebook.com/Chical-Haystack-104480592957169/
Old Mill Farm and Ranch
Old mill carries a variety of pet supplies for pets like dogs and cats, farm and ranch supplies for livestock, as well as western clothing, hats, boots, and more.
(Located in Los Chavez)
Custom Made and Unique Gifts
Solis Custom Design
Located in the Belen Arts District, Solis Custom Design creates beautiful hand made furniture, decor, and jewelry that is sure to delight!
(located in Belen)
https://www.soliscustomdesign.com/
Rustic Charm
(Located in Bosque Farms)
https://www.facebook.com/Shoprusticcharmm/
Salons and Other Services
Buying gift cards for services to use later is a great way to give this holiday season!
Perfect Look Salon
Everyone loves a fresh look- give a gift card to use at a later date!
(Located in Belen)
https://www.perfectlooksalons.com/
Cactus Rose Salon and Spa
Give a gift card toward a massage, haircut, manicure, and more!
(Located in Los Lunas)
https://cactusrose.us/book-appointment/
Garden Gate Day Spa
Give the gift of a private massage!
(Located near Tome)
https://www.gardengatespa.com/
Cheyenne Chavez Photography Mobile Portrait Studio
Give the gift of timeless portraits that will be treasured for generations to come. Cheyenne Chavez Photography’s mobile portrait studio allows you to have studio quality portraits from the comfort of your own home, in your own back yard, or at your favorite outdoor location.
(Serving the Valencia County Area)
For Kids of All Ages
Stocking Stuffers and Gifts
Unique Embroidery Chocolates and More
This business has the most amazing selection of specialty candies. Believe me when I tell you that this is a MUST-STOP on your holiday shopping trip. The kids and grown ups alike will love the candies and unique gifts you find here.
(Located in Belen)
https://www.facebook.com/uniquecoco21/
The GRID Gallery
The GRID is so much more than just a gallery- it is a curated gift shop full of fun, brightly colored, hand crafted jewelry, soaps, purses, toys, and more. Everything in this store is just so FUN, and the kids are sure to love the treasures you’ll find there on Christmas morning.
(Located in Belen)
https://www.facebook.com/thegridgallery/
Instead of toys they will lose interest in, give the gift of a new hobby that will inspire new interests.
Dance Lessons
Renee Antoinette’s School of Dance
With decades of experience and countless awards as a dance instructor, Renee Antoinette School of Dance is a mainstay in the community. From ballet, to jazz, to tap classes, this studio has a lot to offer students from grade school to high school.
(Located in Belen)
https://www.facebook.com/Renee-Antoinettes-School-of-Dance-323154368835/
Dance With Me Dance Studio
(Located in Los Lunas)
https://www.dancewithme.studio/page/home
Horseback Riding Lessons
Top Notch Farm
(Located in Bosque Farms)
http://www.topnotchfarmnm.com/contact-us.html
Music Lessons
J Sharp Music
(Located in Los Lunas)
Music for Kiddos
(Located in Los Lunas)
http://musicforkiddos.net/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=referral#gallery
Have a business you’d like to recommend? Leave a comment below with your recommendations.
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