Geez… can you believe Christmas is just around the corner? Way to sneak up on me this year! I remember as a kid, Christmas used to take forever to come around. The older I get, it feels like there’s never enough time to prepare for the holidays.
I thought I’d change things a bit this time around. I usually rant about insurance stuff but this time, I’m gonna get personal so you’ll understand that there are more things about “Glenn” than just insurance. I keep getting bombarded with emails about holiday gift guides so I thought I’d do the same thing. Many of you know, I’m “pro-local business…” that I choose to do my shopping through local Long Beach business. So enough ranting, right? Here’s my holiday gift guide:
For Your Pets
*Bark! Bark! Doggie Daycare and Grooming – HOLIDAY GROOMING! Give your pooch some extra loving this month… why not treat your little pooch with extra pampering while they play all day long with their furry friends! Gift Certificates are also available for your “grand-dogs” (if you have any…)
Fred sporting his Monster handmade sweater
*Chuck and Toby – Treats for Pets – Visit Uncles Jim and Scott for some yummy treats. All of their treats have been tested by my own pooch, Fred, and he loves it! They’re located in Belmont Shore so make sure you stop by! Plus they have really cool sweaters and accessories. I’ve attached a photo of my dog sporting his sweater from his Uncles Jim and Scott.
Restaurant Gift Certificates
*Lola’s Mexican Cuisine – Ok… my goal is to become the mayor of this place (via FourSquare) and it seems like my good friend Logan is the current ruler. If you’re looking for an awesome, authentic, and AMAZING (3 A’s) place, Lola’s is the place to be. The “Cuetes” are to die for!! Plus, while you’re there, make sure you purchase a “Dia De Los Muertos” handmade pillow to go with the gift certificate and have a sangria while you’re at it! Tell Luis and Brenda that Glenn sent you… well, maybe you shouldn’t if you want good service. I’m there all the time.
*Number Nine Noodles and Beer - Ok… ok.. as you can see, I’m pretty much a 4th Street/Retro Row junkie! What can I say, that place is hopping! Number Nine = THE BOMB! If you’re into hip, no fuss, just plain good food, this is the place to go! Pick up a gift certificate and have a Tiger (Vietnamese beer) with it!
For Human Guilty Pleasures
*Portfolio Coffee House – I love coffee… I love Long Beach… I love REALLY GOOD COFFEE and Portfolio is the way to go… hands down. Not only do they have amazing coffee, they serve d’lish gelato too! Only in California can we have gelato during the holidays.
*Elizabeth Ashton Ayurvedic Nail Spa - Talk about 100% total bliss! Check out one of my favorite hot spots in Long Beach. What a great a way to show someone how much you love them? The best part is… Miss Ashton will make sure your special someone will feel special. She’s vibrant, classy, and down right fabulous!
*District Wine – Do you have a friend who’s a total wine snob? I do.. and I have plenty of them. This place has an amazing wine selection and tastings! Why not give your love one a 1 year wine club membership as a gift? Plus you get to benefit from it too! Check them out and this time, tell Mark and Angela that Glenn sent you…
*The Vintage Collective – Looking for original mid-century style furniture? This is the place to be! I purchase a lot of my furniture from this place. If you’re like me, you’ll spend hours at this place. Great peeps, great stuff at amazing prices.
Hope you find this post fun… hello, it’s the holidays!
Cheers to an amazing 2010 and a more marvelous 2011…
Glenn
