Holiday Gift Guide Presented by PARKER PR

The holiday season is upon us! At PARKER PR we are thrilled to share with you our curated list of elevated experiences and products for you to give to your loved ones this holiday season.

Facial at Sanitas Facial Aesthetics

Perfect for: Mom, Wife, Grandmother, Girlfriend

Give the gift of a facial treatment from Sanita's Facial Aesthetics. Treat your someone special to a range of amazing treatments including Hydrofacials, Photofacials, Microdermabrasion and more! While you are in the store purchasing a gift card, don’t forget to pick up some of the amazing skincare products!

Cost: Starting at $120.00

Purchase in store at Sanitas Facial Aesthetics
1123 Kensington Road NW

 
 

Dinner at Modern Steak and Modern Ocean

Perfect for: Friend, Mom, Dad, Partner

Treat your loved ones to experience a night out at Calgary’s best steakhouse, Modern Steak & Modern Ocean! Dine at one of their trendy locations across Calgary and enjoy a fine selection of amazing dishes and impeccable local award winning Alberta beef!

Cost: Starting at $50.00

Purchase online here

Cuddle + Kind from Holt Renfrew

Perfect for: Children

Children will love these adorable stuffed animals, hand knit in Peru using sustainable, fair trade practices. With several different knit animals to choose from, there is a Cuddle + Kind doll for everyone! These precious dolls are H Project approved, with each doll purchased providing 10 meals to children around the world, so you know you are making a meaningful choice.

Cost: Starting at $70.00

Purchase online here or in store at Holt Renfrew

Concerts in Care from Health Arts Society of Alberta

Perfect for: Grandma, Grandpa, Friend, Mom, Dad

For those looking to give back this holiday season, donate $300.00 to the Concerts in Care by Health Arts Alberta. The initiative brings world-class performers to seniors in care. Highly-trained musicians, including those from the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, will perform a live concert to your loved one living in a retirement home or senior care. You can give this incredible experience to a senior of your choice.

Cost: Starting at $300.00

Purchase or donate online here

 
 

Fairmont Palliser Date Night

Perfect for: Significant Other, Mom, Dad

Whisk someone special away for a staycation to the iconic Fairmont Palliser in Calgary with their amazing Date Night Package. Escape to luxury while staying in the city! Enjoy a meal at Hawthorn’s stunning dining room with your $100.00 credit, and you’ll also receive late checkout privileges.

Cost: Starting from $299.00 per night, based on double occupancy in a Fairmont Room. Subject to availability.

Purchase online here

Inspirati Tea Towels & Scarves

Perfect for: Friend, Mom, Girlfriend, Wife, Daughter

Check out Inspirati this holiday season! This boutique store in Mission carries superior fine linens and home essentials, perfect for gift giving. Inspirati is designed in Canada and made in Europe using the finest materials to create their pieces. You can purchase a beautiful gift for a loved one, while giving back. Proceeds from the limited edition Canada Tea Towel will be donated to Indspire. From tea towels, to bedding, and scarves you’ll find thoughtful, and unique gifts for everyone on your list.

Cost: Holiday Tea Towel $40.00
Luxurious Merino Wool Scarves $75.00
Canada Tea Towel $50.00

Purchase online or in store
120, 2207 - 4th Street SW

Cadello

Perfect for: Boyfriend, Husband, Dad, Friend

Send someone special a sophisticated and spicy bottle of Cadello where it can be enjoyed straight up, on ice or in a variety of cocktails! Cadello is produced in Italy and is making its North American debut in Alberta with its one of a kind spirit. There is an assortment of elegant cocktail recipes available on Cadello's website, perfect for impressing your guests this holiday season.

Cost: $55.00

Cadello
Purchase at any one of these locations:
Vine Styles 1127b Kensington Rd NW
Co-op World of Whisky 333 5 Ave SW #240

 
 

Burwood’s Bee Whisperer Whisky

Perfect for: Partner, Friend, Mom, Dad

Mark this holiday season with a bottle of Burwood’s Bee Whisperer Whisky! The whisky is produced with fresh, local, and sustainable ingredients. Support a Calgary-based, award-winning craft distillery with one of their limited-edition bottles of Bee Whisperer.

Cost: $71.99

Purchase online here

Black Cat Metal's Specialty Knives & Bladesmithing Classes

Perfect for: Boyfriend, Husband, Dad, Friend

It’s a gift that will last a lifetime. Black Cat Metal carries exquisite handcrafted knives made right here in Calgary’s historical and hip Inglewood neighbourhood. The shop also offers bladesmithing classes if you are looking to give a unique experience this holiday season.

Cost: 9" w1 Integral Chef Knife $675.00
Sheath Making 8 hour class $350.00

Purchase online here

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