Looking for unique holiday gifts in St. Louis? Pastaria Deli & Wine has plenty of fun items to gift this winter or bring to your next holiday gathering.

Niche Food Group owner and chef Gerard Craft shares a few of his favorite finds, from cookbooks and tinned fish to imported snacks and wine.

For the Tinned Fish Lover

Tinned fish has become a pantry favorite, and Pastaria Deli & Wine has shelves upon shelves of options. One of the team’s favorite brands, Fishwife, makes it especially easy to build a gift around it. The Deli carries a selection of the brand’s colorful tins alongside The Fishwife Cookbook, which Craft recommends for anyone looking to do more with tinned fish.

“Tinned fish has become really popular, and a lot of people ask, ‘What can I cook with this as opposed to just putting this on toast?’ I would recommend The Fishwife Cookbook. This makes a great gift: pair a few Fishwife tinned fish and the cookbook together,” says Craft.

Add a colorful ceramic tinned fish dish to round out the gift, and give them a fun way to serve their favorite tin at their next dinner party.

*Fishwife Anchovy Fillets in a red ceramic tinned fish dish.*

For the Snack Lover: Sweet & Salty Finds

Pastaria Deli & Wine’s shelves are also stocked with the kind of snacks you’ll want to buy for yourself while holiday shopping.

For something sweet, BonBon’s Swedish candy offers colorful treats to mix and match. On the savory side, the shop carries BonBon potato chips, an easy addition to a stocking or food-focused gift.

The Bonilla a la Vista Potato Chips, a gourmet snack from Galicia, Spain, and packaged in the brand’s iconic white metal tins, are a guaranteed showstopper on any holiday grazing table. Bring one to a holiday party instead of the usual bottle of wine, or pair a tin with a bottle from the Deli for an easy host gift.

For the Home Cook: A New Cookbook

A good cookbook is the kind of gift that sticks around long after the holidays. Craft’s picks at Pastaria Deli & Wine cover baking, Italian cooking, seafood, and restaurant-inspired recipes, with plenty of options for both serious home cooks and people who simply like spending time in the kitchen.

Sweet Enough by Alison Roman offers approachable desserts for bakers and reluctant bakers alike, while Rome by Katie Parla explores the food, traditions, and culture of one of Italy’s most iconic cities.

For someone looking to experiment with new flavors, there’s The Fish Sauce Cookbook. Cheers to The Publican brings recipes and stories from Chicago’s beloved Publican into the home kitchen. Pair one of these cookbooks with a provision or bottle of wine for an extra special bundle.

For the Wine Lover: A Bottle from Pastaria Deli & Wine

“Our selection is small but mighty, and focused on what matters to us: the table. We’re Niche Food Group, after all, so every wine we pick is made to shine alongside great food,” says Craft.

Stop in and ask the team for seasonal recommendations, what your recipient likes, or how much you’d like to spend. Pick up a single bottle for a host, or pair it with one of the many wine books at Pastaria Deli & Wine for a thoughtful gift perfect for the wine lovers in your life.

*Wine selection at Pastaria Deli & Wine.*

For the Person Who Has Everything: A Pastaria Deli & Wine Gift Card

Sometimes it’s better to let them do the shopping. A Pastaria Deli & Wine gift card is the ideal gift for the hard-to-shop-for person or a great last-minute gifting option. It’s also a thoughtful, local St. Louis option for teachers, coworkers, hosts, family members, and anyone you need to cross off your list.

Stop by Pastaria Deli & Wine to shop Gerard Craft’s recommendations and curate an incredible epicurean gift for someone on your list. And don’t forget to pick up a few things for your own holiday table while you’re there.

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