Holiday season has officially started, and most people are looking for the perfect gift to give their loved ones. Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and many other seasonal promotions took over the billboards and the airwaves. With so many options available through online shopping it’s important to consider the alternative – local vendors in your own backyard. They may have just the right gift you are looking for. From small local brands and eateries to homegrown established retailers, here’s a short list of some Boston based businesses that you could support this Holiday season.
LACED
For the sneaker head in the family, LACED is a Boston based, family owned and operated high end sneaker boutique. LACED has a friendly and inviting atmosphere. They offer a selection of brands and styles wide enough that there’s something for everyone. The LACED brand was established in 2006 as Boston’s first High-End sneaker boutique. Joamil Rodriguez purchased LACED in 2010, with the original store- front located in Boston’s beautiful South End. Today, LACED has stores in Boston’s Prudential Center, CambridgeSide Galleria in Cambridge, Natick Mall, Burlington Mall, Northshore Mall in Peabody, Westgate Mall in Brockton, and Square One Mall in Saugus, MA.
Website: https://shop.lacedboston.com/
Pho Viet’s
For the foodie that prefers experiences, consider treating them to a delicious meal at Pho Viet’s. Winner of Boston Magazine’s “Best of Boston- Vietnamese Restaurants” award, Pho Viet’s was for years a local mainstay in Allston’s Super 88 food court. Qui Anh Tran is the family leader behind the famous bowls of pho and incredible bites of banh mi at the Allston eatery. The menu has remained the same since the restaurant’s 2006 opening, which regulars love. The Allston location recently moved to a new space down the street at 1022 Commonwealth Avenue. They also have a second location in Newton Centre located at 51 Langley Rd.
Website: https://www.phoviets.com/
