Every year, Secret Santa returns, whether with friends, family or work colleagues. With it, the puzzle of the small gift, original and pleasing. Why not opt for local? The writing of If Saint-Etienne offers you a non-exhaustive selection of gifts made in Loire for less than 10 euros.
1 – Cider
Created this year, the Cidrerie du Pilat is launching its first vintage. This is an artisanal extra brut cider, made from 100% Pilat apples. Called “Cidre from desire”, since it is made with Gala apples (millennials will understand), it will be available at numerous events, including the Christmas markets of Saint-Etienne and Firminy. Ideal for your Christmas aperitif.
Price: 9.50 euros.
2 – A badge
At Trincamp, the color is announced, and it’s green! Vintage football fans and Asse supporters will definitely find what they are looking for there. Among the small original gifts, badges created and redesigned to display its territory (Saint-Etienne, Forez, or even Mont-Pilat) directly on its clothing or accessories.
Price: 5 euros. (Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, consume in moderation)
3 – A poster
We continue with chauvinism with Call me CC. Behind this brand, there is Clémence, which offers posters, magnets, postcards… which promote our territory. With, in this season, a little crush on Chalmazel, or for the Notre-Dame collegiate church under the snow in Montbrison. You can find his creations at the Christmas markets of Saint-Etienne, Roanne au Scarabée, as well as Montbrison.
Price: poster from 10 euros.
4 – A treat
Who says parties, says pleasures of the table of course. Why not treat yourself to a little treat from Pralus? Duo of Florentins, small shortbreads from Auguste Pralus, shortbread with pink pralines, lemon madeleines… For less than 10 euros, you will be spoiled for choice.
Price: from 6.80 euros.
5 – Haute couture
Pasta, yes… but haute couture pasta. This is what Maison Cornand has been offering in its store in Saint-Etienne since 1919. A real institution, where you can discover magnificent pasta with lemon, porcini mushrooms, garlic and parsley, and even chocolate.
Price: less than 10 euros.
