You don’t have to save the excitement of opening gifts for Christmas Day. Advent calendars kickstart the holiday cheer by giving you a little something to look forward to all December long. These establishments in Edmonton bring us unique advent calendars that rev up the anticipation of Christmas while providing daily enjoyment for you and your loved ones. From choice wines to some of the tastiest chocolates in YEG, take a peek at what these Edmonton spots have to offer this holiday season.
1) Colour de Vino Wine Advent Calendar
Launched on November 1st, Colour de Vino’s Wine Advent calendar features custom boxes containing 12 full-size bottles of wine along with tasting notes and pairing options to make the most of your wine experience. Each of the wines in both the 12 and 24-day boxes are specially chosen with small producers, good farmers, and immaculate taste as the selection criteria.
2) 2020 Advent Calendar by Cococo Chocolatiers
With 22 awards under their belt for their products, Cococo Chocolatiers brings you 24 of their most flavourful offerings to unwrap every day until Christmas. Mindful customers can be assured that Cococo uses sustainably sourced ingredients, so you can feel good about tucking into this variety of treats. The calendar features a wide array of flavours, meaning that no matter who you gift it to (or whatever your tastes may be) you can discover chocolates you love.
3) The 2020 Short Story Advent Calendar
From bookworms who have a new read every week to the casual reader, there are few better presents to give than a book that transports your mind into a world beyond our own. Glass Bookshop returns this year with Hingston and Olsen’s 2020 version of the Short Story Advent Calendar, featuring 25 individually bound short stories from accomplished North American authors to keep you and your loved ones reading all the way through December!
4) Signature Advent Calendar by L’Occitane en Provence
The holidays are a time for relaxation, time spent with those you love, and (to counteract the stress of planning for the big day) pampering. L’Occitane en Provence’s advent calendar gives Edmontonians the chance to unbox 25 head-to-toe beauty products to not only discover new favourites, but also experience holiday luxury on the daily. You can find them in West Edmonton Mall.
5) Jacek Chocolate Advent Calendar
For loved ones with a sweet tooth, Jacek Chocolate’s advent calendar contains 24 Christmas inspired chocolates that range from classic tastes to innovative flavour creations. Ethically sourced and always hand-made, Jacek’s chocolates capture the feeling of the holiday season with flavours like Spiced Apple Caramel, Gingerbread, and many more!
6) LUSH’s 12 Days of Christmas Gift Set
We admit, the holiday season can be an incredibly busy time with gifts to get, dinners to arrange, and Black Friday sales to survive. Do yourself a favour and prioritize self-care with Lush Handmade Cosmetic’s 12 Days of Christmas Gift Set. The calendar set features a selection of their seasonal bestsellers, from the Yog Nog shower gel (which smells exactly like sugar cookies) to the festive Candy Cane bubble bar. The set is available online and in-store, but popping in to say hi in person in a safe manner is the best way to get the full LUSH holiday experience.
