taste local: Homegrown & Gift-Worthy
03 Nov 2026
SC Certified shares their favorite local giftable finds
Nov-Dec 2026
Written By: Pamela Jouan
The best holiday gifts don’t always have to travel far. For something to sip, savor or share, South Carolina’s farmers, makers and food artisans are creating plenty of delicious reasons to shop close to home. Look for the Certified SC seal, South Carolina’s signature mark for locally grown and produced agricultural products. Launched 19 years ago, the program was created to help consumers easily identify and purchase South Carolina products while expanding market opportunities for those businesses.
Here’s some of their favorite locally made finds—perfect for the ultimate host/hostess, the foodie who has everything, or anyone who appreciates a little taste of home.
1. Altman Farm and Mill — Heirloom
Buttermilk Waffle & Pancake Mix
Just add butter—and a little holiday magic.
2. Bittermilk LLC — Handcrafted Cocktail Mixers
Raise a glass to Charleston-made cheer.
3. Burnt and Salty — Spicy Coconut Vinegar
A little heat for your holiday feast.
4. Charleston Tea Garden Tea
A Lowcountry cup of holiday comfort.
5. CocoBon Chocolatier — Chocolate Sampler Boxes Melt their hearts, one chocolate at a time.
6. Gillespie’s Peanuts — Dill Pickle Peanuts
A Southern snack with a tangy twist.
7. Heritage Shortbread A wee bit of
Scotland, baked in the Lowcountry.
8. Marsh Hen Mill — EdisToe Jam
Spread a little Lowcountry joy.
9. Red Clay Provisions —Hot Honey
Sweeten the season—with a little kick.
10. Young’s Fancy — Mammoth Pecans
Go big, go Southern, go pecan!
