Tidewater Temptations

What started out as the Boulevard Gift Guide in the previous issue has morphed into a “Gotta Have” column. We found so many amazing items, services and tasty morsels available in the region that we need to highlight them on the regular.

My Vegan Sweet Tooth [2]

Virginia Beach 100 percent vegan bakery, also offering gluten-free, tree nut-free, peanut-free and soy-free. myvegansweettooth.com

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DISPLAY CASE: Huge assortment of treats made fresh daily. VANILLA LAYERED CAKE: Vanilla richness with oh-socreamy frosting.

A. Dodson’s [1]

Norfolk | Suffolk Apparel, home furnishings, gifts and antiques www.adodsons.com

NOT A HUGGER SHIRT: Yeah, some people social distance all of the time. This shirt gives folks fair warning, pandemic or not. Decorative masks available too. MILITARY WIVES CANDLE & SOAP: Where are we again? Pretty sure we were in Seattle yesterday, but my phone says I’m checking the local forecast in Virginia. You know what that means—time to find a new school for the kids. Again. Once you settle in, treat yourself to some hand-poured candles and crafted soaps.

Hummingbird Macarons & Desserts [3]

Norfolk Macarons, cakes and other special sweet treats hummingbirdmacarons.com

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WOODLAND CAMO SPORT CANTEEN: This newest canteen has a durable finish that’s made to last. With a wide mouth for ice cubes, a metal loop on the cap, built-in straw, and triple insulated— this sports canteen is the perfect fit for whatever you’ve got chilling inside. Tumbler also available. ASSORTED MACARONS: So many flavors— decadance in a box. DOUBLE CHOCOLATE ECLAIR: Chocolate. Double. WEDDING CAKE: When couples are adventurous and want three different filling flavors for their wedding cake: Semi-naked vanilla chiffon cake featuring black peppercorn raspberry buttercream, lemon curd and raspberry jam—I do.

Emerson’s Cigars [4]

Virginia Beach | Norfolk | Hampton | Chesapeake Premium cigars, tobacco, pipes, humidors www.emersonscigars.com

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From selection to service, Emerson’s provides the total cigar experience. Quality handmade cigars at everyday low prices.

S.T. DUPONT SINGLE WIND-RESISTANT JET FLAME LIGHTER Brass-coated with colored epoxy lacquer—each piece is packaged in a timeless gift box.

McDonald Garden Center [6]

Virginia Beach Plants, home and garden accessories, seasonal specialty items www.mcdonaldgardencenter.com

BIRD HOUSE: Large selection of unique bird houses PILLOW: “Let’s Stay Home” echoes the sentiments of many people lately, so might as well settle in. 6

3 Stravitz Sculpture & Fine Art Gallery [5]

Virginia Beach Sculptures, fine art and paintings, jewelry www.stravitzartgallery.com Gallery features bronze sculptures of Richard Stravitz and fine art by local and international artists. EARRINGS: Rose-cut chrysoprase, sterling silver and 18kt gold bi-metal CUFF BRACELET: Rose-cut labradorite, sterling silver and 18kt gold bi-metal NECKLACE: Blue moon turquoise and sterling silver

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