I recently remembered the activity in our house growing up in preparation for Christmas. My mother had a daily question to keep us all moving forward: “What have YOU done for Christmas today?” Then the moment came when all of the wonderful gifts that she had collected for family both near and far were lovingly displayed before The Great Wrap took place.

I had this flashback last week because I walked into Katonah’s “The Gift Garage.”

A relative newcomer to Katonah Avenue, The Gift Garage, is an exciting shop. Beautifully arranged, the merchandise in The Gift Garage leads the eye from one discovery to another. I KNOW I will return there when I am expecting an impromptu or planned visit, need a hostess gift, wedding gift, housewarming gift, closing gift (a realtor here) or a special outfit for a child. Jennifer Chernus and her staff are very friendly and truly help you in your selection of the perfect gift. Jen delights in her pursuit of the unique and stylish. Her choices are of high quality and she knows her market. Her “departments” cover Home and Decor, Baby and Kidware - gifts and stunning clothing (Newborn to size 10), jewelry, and Spa essentials. There is something for everyone and every occasion. I bought a trio of pestos from Bella Cucina that were in beautiful jars and then gift wrapped in clear cello and adorned with fall colored ribbons.

Make an afternoon of it and include lunch solo or with a friend. Willy Nick’s Restaurant is a few steps away as is the Katonah Restaurant, and Pizza Station. Once again, as a Broker with Houlihan Lawrence I tell my clients “Katonah has it all!”

The Gift Garage: 29 Katonah Avenue, Katonah, NY 10536 - 914-232-2322 - www.jensgiftgarage.com

Posted By: Karen Benvin Ransom