Local businesses to support this holiday season

The Petworth News Christmas ornament is a must have from Storied Creations (made by a Petworth neighbor)!

by Cesse Ip 

Looking to find that perfect gift that also supports a local business? Check out this curated list of local neighborhood businesses and their holiday offerings. If you own a local business and would like to be added to this list, please email us

Andrene’s Soul Food Café, 308 Kennedy St NW
This wonderful Caribbean restaurant is open for take-out and dine-in. Check out the home-made baked goods for a sweet treat gift!

A Tour of Her Own
Petworth resident Kaitlin Calogera is promoting The LINEUP, a public tour program offering four different women’s history and culture events every month. Other offerings include a virtual book club and memberships that receive free or discounted access to programs including a variety of live and virtual tours, book stalks, and salons.

ANXO offers pre-packaged gifts for the Cider-lover on your holiday list!

ANXO, 711 Kennedy St NW
This is the first holiday season that ANXO’s front bottle shop is open. Stop by to find a curated selection of wine, liquor, beer, and cider! ANXO is also available for holiday parties from large whole-house buyouts to smaller intimate gatherings.

Art of Noize, 821 Upshur St NW (rear, enter through the alley on 8th Street NW)
This studio just off of Upshur Street is available to rent for your holiday party. Visit the website to see what exhibition will be live during the holiday season.

Atxondo, 4724 14th Street NW
Pronounced Achondo, this new Basque restaurant on 14th Street has been a crowd pleasure since it opened.

Aviator Club, 4327 9th St NW
Know someone who needs new sneakers this winter? Look no further than Aviator Club for men and women’s clothing as well as custom and exclusive sneakers.

Buna Coffee, 4400 Georgia Ave NW
Bring your favorite neighbor a hot coffee or a sweet treat from this popular, local coffeehouse.

Capitol Cider House, 3930 Georgia Ave NW
Gift cards, cider club memberships and merch are available online for your favorite cider-enthusiast.

Cinder BBQ, 800 Upshur Street NW
Got a bottle of whiskey or rye, and enjoy some great BBQ to forget about all that turkey leftovers still in the fridge.

Cookie Wear, 810 Upshur St NW
Lots of unique gifts available on Upshur Street including candles, t-shirts and skateboards!

District Batch
Neighbor Marisa Martino makes soaps and other body goods from her Park View home. Gift sets and the famous bar soaps are available for purchase online.

ETA Cafe, 4239 9th St NW
A new coffee shop at 9th and Varnum Streets NW. Stop by to find your favorite hot drink and a tasty snack!

Getting cold on Kennedy Street never tasted so good!

Everyday Sundae, 713 Kennedy St NW
Stop by Kennedy Street’s favorite ice cream shop to purchase gift cards and goods (including onesies!) from local artisans.

Fields Originals
This local artisan crafts handmade bags and other items.

Flowers by Alexes, 851 Upshur Street NW
This local family-owned flower shop makes its return to Petworth 20 years after it once graced Upshur Street.

Gardens & Pots
Local resident Carol Herwig creates some beautiful and useful pottery — and as a Master Gardener, helps neighbors figure out their landscaping.

HomeRule Records, 702 Kennedy St NW
Gift cards are available for purchase on their website in from $20-$500.

Honeymoon Chicken, 4201 Georgia Ave NW
Gift cards are available for purchase on the website for some hot fried chicken.

Some great gifts at La Coop

La Coop, 5505 1st St NW
Holiday gifts starting at $7 from coffee to treats, merch, brewers and unique artisan goods are available in the store for your caffeine-loving recipient.

Lighthouse Yoga, 502 Kennedy St NW
This neighborhood yoga studio is offering tanks, mugs and water bottles along with gift cards and intro/discount memberships to meet your holiday needs. This season Lighthouse Yoga is offering in-person, online, and hybrid classes, along with a video library of classes. Workshops are also scheduled to ring in the new year that would make great gifts!

Loyalty Books, 843 Upshur St NW
Curated lists of staff members’ favorite books are available for your favorite book lover.

Lulabelle’s Sweet Shop, 847 Upshur St NW
Plenty of holiday themed sweets are available at Lulabelles and range from $1 to $30.

An awesome Petworth ornament at Lulabelle’s Sweet Shop on Upshur Street NW.

Mita Café, 703 Kennedy St NW
This Ethiopian-Japanese café has sushi platters available for your holiday party, and a wall of coffee and curated Japanese snacks that would make perfect stocking stuffers!

Morelands Tavern, 5501 14th St NW
Stop by this neighborhood watering hole to buy a gift card for your favorite neighbor!

Ace is the place with the helpful hardware person!

Petworth Ace Hardware, 1240 Upshur St NW
The Petworth Ace has a variety of stocking stuffers, from comfy socks to dish towels.

Petworth Cigars, 4203 Georgia Ave NW
Looking for the perfect gift for the cigar-loving enthusiast? Look no further than Petworth Cigars for cutters, lighters, cigars, cigar samplers and gift cards.

Puzzle Huddle
Brightwood residents Michael and Marnel Goins started a puzzle company out of their family home that feature jigsaw puzzles for children from diverse backgrounds.

Rue Café, 3906 14th St NW
Stop by to pick up a delicious baked good or beverage for your favorite neighbor.

Simple Bar & Grill, 5802 Georgia Ave NW
Order delivery for a holiday meal for yourselves or for a gift online!

Soup Up, 709 Kennedy St NW
What’s better on a cold winter day than a hot bowl of soup! Soup Up is also available for catering your holiday party.

Storied Creatives
Debbie is a Petworth resident who creates incredibly unique, creative holiday items

Velvel Breads
Neighbor Hannah Woflman-Arent bakes several varieties of breads, including bhallah and sourdough, perfect for your holiday table.

Willow Fashion, 843 Upshur St NW
From dresses to Petworth shirts, jewelry to accessories, gifts and cards, Willow offers fashionable retail right on Upshur Street.

Cesse Ip

Cesse Ip moved to DC in 2008, and in 2014 she and her husband decided to make Petworth their home. Petworth is where she found her best friends, her kids’ friends and her “people.” When she’s not working for the Department of Defense or chasing around her two small sons, she enjoys cooking, eating (especially when someone else is doing the cooking), reading and playing Settlers of Catan. A true nerd with two degrees in mathematics, writing came late to her, but she is looking forward to answering your questions about our community!



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