When the owner decided to name this shop Cocktail Hour Essentials, she wasn't kidding. Crackers,…read moreoils, olives, cheeses galore, wines, beer, glassware, gift ware, cocktail crafting items, food serving items, seasoned nuts, food glitter, coasters and more.
Cheese is sourced from around the region, country and world. A curated selection of wine from OR, WA, NY state plus others, as well as other countries. We spent a good deal of time look at everything! Lots of items here would make wonderful gifts. There is a selection of drink coasters with whimsical writings. A variety of flavored oils. Cheese boards, bowls, gift sets. You definitely need time to take in everything available.
In the small refrigerator is a selection of beers, salami, pepperoni, olives and in a small basket little bites of cheese pre-cut and wrapped, ready to go. We grabbed a few of these, crackers, honey, and with items already at home I made myself a tasty, cheesy lunch spread.
The cheese selection is unlike anything you'll find at the local grocery. Cheese soaked in gin, bitters and vermouth. Creamy wensleydale with fig and honey. Espresso rubbed cheese. So many options it's hard to choose. Hence, the small samples. But no worries, you want to try a taste before purchase? They are happy to let you try before you buy. We also picked up some of the Ricotta Limone. SO. Good.
We left with a variety of products to try. Prices are reflective of the quality. I am already thinking of friends who would appreciate this level of quality and variety of selection for both gifts and gatherings.
Bon appetite!