Warm Up The Winter

compiled by Lauren LaBelle

Winter Warmers

Baby, it’s cold outside. Warm up your insides with any flavor of rich, hot Drinking Chocolates from Chocoholics. Choose from Crème De Menthe, Old Fashioned Marshmallow, White Satin Vanilla, and Ultimate Dark, which all come in reusable black tins, to add a cozy touch to any blustery winter night. Available at Chocoholics,
18819 E. Hwy. 88, Clements,
www.gourmetchocolate.com

Down-Time

Scandia Down comforters are crafted from the finest goose down in the world, and then tailored with the highest quality cottons and silks to create the most comfortable bedding you can imagine. With these comfy pilings, the snooze button may become your best friend.Available at Lino Bella, 265 Lincoln Center, Stockton, www.linobella.com

Tea for Two

San Francisco-based Numi Tea presents the Single-Origin Tea Reserve gift set, which includes four organic loose leaf teas from India, Japan, China, and South Africa, and an adorable teapot with two matching tea cups. Why brave the weather when you can tour the world from your warm kitchen? Available online at www.numitea.com

Nice Booties

The Ugg brand of boots and slippers gets more appealing every year. These Classic Cardy boots in Oatmeal make any outing feel slipper-appropriate, while you look casual and chic at the same time. With large wood button details, suede heel enforcements, and sheepskin sock liners, you’ll be warm for years to come. Available at Dillards, 4950 N. Pacific Ave., Stockton, www.dillards.com