Kick that Amazon habit to the curb and pull up on some local-loving gifts this year. Brilliant small shop and wee boutiques like Rare Device, Park Life, Earthen, and Foggy Notion, plus Green Apple Books, queer-focused Sour Cherry Comics, and Upper Playground Clothing always save my holiday, ticking off everyone on my list—with some cute grabs for myself, of course. (Pro-tip: Cove in Lower Haight has terrific artisanal wrapping paper and cards, as well as adorable oddities.)

1. Red Bean Sesame Babka from Mamahuhu + Loquat ($20 at Mamahuhu locations around the city)

Hip Chinese eatery and cute Jewish bakery join forces for a holiday treat that’s a perfect party/ dinner/ personal treat for any denomination. First of all, this thing is absolutely gorgeous; secondly, it’s equally delicious—sw

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