How do you guys feel about eating ice cream in the winter? Yay or nay? No surprise here, we’re all for it. Especially when we’ve got Van Leeuwen in the freezer. Made with good ingredients, this scream is just so damn good. Rumor has it that the honeycomb is a crowd favorite but we’re total heart eyes for the earl grey tea flavor.
Good news for all our Dry January participants—@susiedrinks is taking over our Insta today! Peep our story to see a few mocktail recipes she’s mixed up using some faves from our shops like Seedlip and Ghia. And while you’re here, swipe left for Susie’s Third Eye mocktail recipe! (Pro tip: save this post for later!)
Hands up if you love a good face mask. We’ve been treating ourselves to these ones by Loops lately. Made with ingredients your skin will love (read: no parabens, sulfates, phthalates, and synthetic fragrances ). Oh, not to mention that their partner and creative director is actress and model Emily Ratajkowski. Casual….casual. @loopsbeauty
What’s better? Somm. Dylan’s haircut, his Michael Cera print, or this month’s Somm. Picks. Let us know below and tap our story to get the deets on January's wine.
So fresh, so clean! Week two of our reset month is all about getting in those greens, baby! Whether that means getting in your green juice or ordering a salad, just make your mama proud and eat those veggies! Tag your pal that you’ve made a healthy eating pact with for a chance to win our Foxtrot reset box. We will DM the winner on Sunday, January 31st. Must reside in Chicago or Dallas. Per Instagram rules, this promotion is in no way sponsored, administered, or associated with Instagram, Inc. By entering, entrants confirm that they are 13+ years of age, release Instagram of responsibility, and agree to Instagram's terms of use.
The last day to submit to Up & Comers is Sunday! Don’t forget to submit for your chance to win a cash prize, a mentorship, space on our shelves, and much, much more. Click the link in our bio for the submission page and tag your small maker friends below to remind them to apply!
Okay, just because we’re forgoing booze right now doesn’t mean we can’t still enjoy a refreshing sip. Enter: Lagunitas Hoppy Refresher. It’s a beer-like bev that’s alcohol free! Made with Citra, Equinox, and Centennial hops, it’s holds true to its name as it’s equally hoppy and refreshing!
We’re starting off our January reset with Dry January! Swapping out booze for something a little more hydrating like….well...water. Let us know below how you plan to reset and say goodbye to 2020 for a chance to win a Foxtrot reset box at the end of the month! We will DM the winner on Sunday, January 31st. Be on the lookout for more ways to enter! Must reside in Chicago or Dallas. Per Instagram rules, this promotion is in no way sponsored, administered, or associated with Instagram, Inc. By entering, entrants confirm that they are 13+ years of age, release Instagram of responsibility, and agree to Instagram's terms of use.
Happy New Years Eve! Well...it’s been quite the year. The only thing we have left to say is open the champagne. Wishing everyone a safe and happy new year!
Have you submitted your big idea yet? Submissions for our Up & Comers Small Makers Awards are closing on Jan 10! So make your New Year’s resolution to get your submission in! We’ve made it easy for you too, just follow the link in our bio.
NYE is in four days, so let’s start early by popping some bottles with Somm. Dylan! Join us on Dec 29 as we sip and savor two of Dylan’s top bubbly picks to ring in the long awaited 2021. Click the link in the bio to get the deets and buy the bundle!
Meet the Cold Fashioned. Using Mr. Black Cold Brew liqueur, we’re shaking up (well technically straining) your typical Old Fashioned. We love using Mr. Black to add a little java twist to our fave cocktails. They’re an Australian brand that combines high quality Arabic coffee with Aussie wheat vodka for a liqueur that is *chef’s kiss*. @mrblackspirits
Not to pressure you or anything, but did you get all your shopping done? We’re closed tomorrow, so get those orders in before we close up the shop for the holidays!
Three days until Christmas and that’s plenty of time to get your last minute gifts delivered. Need an idea? How about some coffee? It’s always needed, can never have too much, and is delicious—the perfect gift.
If there’s one thing we’re missing the most, it’s the annual office cookie swap. No worries though, you can still enjoy that sweet, sweet taste of cookies in your own home.
Here’s the thing about gift cards—it’s the gift that lets them pick their own gift. So when you don’t know what to get them, get them a gift card.
To pair or not to pair? More like HOW to pair...Don’t worry, Somm. Dylan is here to show you the ropes of pairing your bites with your sips. (Pssst, get more wine knowledge from Somm. Dylan on our Youtube. Just follow the link in our bio!)
Tis the season to give gifts, listen to holiday music, eat copious amounts of sweets, drink really good wine, sit by a warm fire, look at sparkling lights, burn fraiser fir candles down to their wicks, wear those really cozy socks with the stickies on the bottom…..wait sorry what were we talking about again? Oh right—get your gifts delivered!
Do you recognize him? Yep, that’s NBA All-Star Dwyane Wade. We’ve partnered up with him to bring you a @dwadecellars wine bundle that directly benefits @socialchangefnd . Volume up to hear our new motto. @dwyanewade
Listen, we're all trying to find a way to fit in more veggies and FINALLY someone did it right by sneaking them into ice cream. It's like our childhood dream realized—guess that's why they're on Shark Tank tonight. So grab a pint of @eatpeekaboo and tune into ABC tonight to watch Mark Cuban taste it.
You know what time it is—it’s Somm. Picks time. Somm. Dylan is back and he’s talking about all things sparkling just in time for the holiday season. He’s sharing the top Champagne picks from Terry Theise, a big time guy when it comes to sparkling wines. Tap our story to check it out and let’s start popping some bottles. (Disclaimer: do not try this at home, please we beg of you.)
The Up & Comers—our new program for small makers with big dreams. Featuring an amazing panel of judges (you’ll probs recognize a few from our own shops!), we want your beloved creation on our shelves. Hit the link in our bio to get all the deets and apply today! And while you’re here, tag the small makers you think should apply below! #FoxtrotUpandComers @imaginary @messhalldc @food52 @lallimusic @marzbrewing @erikbruneryang @jenibrittonbauer @thehatcherychi @niloumotamed @isawstephen @hailmerrysnacks
You’ve baked bread, you’ve done tie dye, you’ve grown herbs, but have you made your own wreath yet? We’ve partnered up with our friends at Flowers for Dreams to bring you a festive wreath making kit complete with a tutorial video just in time for the holidays. Click our link in bio to get your hands on one and make good old Martha proud.
Haaaave you met our ship shop? If not, allow us to fill you in—we’re shipping across TX and IL this year! Click the link in our bio to check out our offerings and check holiday shopping off your list (it’s the one next to binge “The Queen’s Gambit”).
A cookie lesson from the cookie queen herself— @sherriesavorsthecity! Today she’s whipping up a Fudgy and Crackly Brownie Cookie. Using baking ingredients found in our shop, get the ingredients delivered right to your door for an easy set up. Swipe through the post for the recipe and don’t forget to save it for future baking!
There’s just something about an Old Fashioned that makes us feel like we belong in a grand library with a roaring fire and two Irish Setters lounging at our feet as the snow cascades lightly outside the window. Okay cool, now go gift this feeling to your favorite person.
Every Body Eat! Both our personal mantra, and one of the makers in our shops. We’ve been grabbing a bag of @everybody_eating snack thins any chance (hello...WFH snacking!). They’re made with everything you want like flavor and nothing you don’t like gluten, dairy, nuts, etc. Basically, we’re saying they’re allergen free. Founded by two friends, they decided to craft the brand with a simple mission: allow everyone, especially those with allergies, the ability to eat yummy, convenient snacks. And for that, we thank them.
Put your hand up if your favorite part of the season is when all the local holiday beers come out….because same.
In the spirit of Giving Tuesday, we are highlighting our charitable partners, My Block, My Hood, My City in Chicago, and Café Momentum in Dallas. Because this year, we’re all about delivering a little cheer where we can. Help support our efforts by getting your holiday shopping done while supporting some damn good causes!
It’s Cyber Monday! So obvi we’ve got a deal for you—$5 off statewide shipping (free for Perks!) when you shop our Holiday Ship Shop! So send that snack box to Aunt Susan in Austin or that wine to Uncle Dan in Rockford!
How’s your holiday shopping going? Per usual, we’re here to help. Shopping for your team? In bulk? Just a very, very large family? Check out our corporate gifting catalog to get all your shopping done in one place! Peep the link in our bio to check it out.
Considering the fact that 40% of our shelves are made up of small and local businesses, we’re pretty excited to celebrate Small Business Saturday. Combine that with some much needed TLC and we thought we’d share some of our fave small makers that focus on helping you feel good. Click the link in our bio to check them out.
Whatever your Thanksgiving looks like this year, we’re here to help you take care of the last minute details. Grab yourself a pie, get a candle, pick up some seasonal ‘scream! Here’s to a safe and happy holiday—cheers!
Hard booch but make it festive. Our pals at Luna Bay crafted up an Orange Persimmon Smash just in time for the holidays—and you can try it with us first! Persimmons are THE quintessential winter fruit and combined with a citrusy dash of spice, this sip rounds out to a semi-sweet finish. Grab some to sip up while you hang up the lights, decorate the tree, or binge the Hallmark channel (we won’t judge).
Hey TX and IL, we’re coming for you—we’re shipping statewide this season! Shop for Aunt Susan in Springfield or to Uncle Dan in Austin with our new Holiday Ship Shop. Click the link in our bio to shop the collection.
Black Friday starts tomorrow with a new Offer every. damn. day. Yep, mark your calendars because we’ll have exclusive drops, limited edition goods, and of course, your Foxtrot faves. Tomorrow, just head to Offers and see what we’re kicking off the week with. See you then!
Setting the mood for what’s sure to be a weird but memorable Thanksgiving. What are you thankful for this year?
We love charcuterie. That’s it. That’s the post. But in all seriousness, we’ve recently added three new charcuterie boards to our shelves, inspired by France, Spain, and Italy. You know what they pair well with? Wine from France, Spain, and Italy, of course.
What’s your fave Thanksgiving food? Ours is wine. And luckily, Somm. Dylan has organized a list of wines perfect for pairing with whatever your Thanksgiving feast features—turkey, potatoes, uncomfortable dinner table arguments. Click the link to check out the list. And join Somm. Dylan on Nov. 24 for a Virtual Wine Tasting—Thanksgiving Edition. You know the drill: buy the Virtual Wine Tasting bundle on site and we’ll send you the tasting link and deets.
We never thought two of our fave things would come together, yet here we are—CBD hot sauce. Aptly named Hot Sloth, the sauce was crafted by @kat_odell and @mikebagale (Alinea alum!!) who found inspo to create their neon pink hot sauce from other brightly-hued foods featured in Kat’s cookbook, Unicorn Food. The duo believe that food is medicine which is why they decided to combine CBD with the ultimate flavor booster. Hot sauce for a little spice, CBD for a little calm? We’re putting it on everything.
Enter—The Espresso Martini. It’s our drink of choice this season and we wanted to share it with all of you. Learn the specialty recipe here then visit our site to grab the gift box for the cocktail lover on your list (if that’s you, so be it).
We’re happy to have @thechicagogoodlife taking over our feed! She’s getting some of her Christmas shopping done (early bird and all), and showing you her faves! Check it out in our stories now!
When in doubt, get them a gift card.
In our latest Somm. Picks, we’d like to introduce you all to Randall Grahm. He’s the owner of Bonny Doon winery, a pioneer in California Rhône wines, and overall, a really great guy. We had the chance to catch up with him on a few of his wines. Check it out in our stories now!
Our latest WFH snack obsession? Powerbites. Crafted by Sharif Rashid, these tasty little treats were created by complete accident. He was trying to create a soft granola bar for his teething son, and ended up with an addicting bite-sized snack made from natural ingredients. He says accident, we say stroke of genius—potato, puhtato.
We love coffee—that’s no secret. But we also love us some coffee alternatives. Say hello to Mud\Wtr. With 1/7 the caffeine content of your usual cup of joe, this sip gives you a natural boost of energy without the jitters or crash. But more importantly, just imagine the look on people’s face when you say you’re drinking mud water.
Tis the season to deliver some good cheer.
Let’s talk about sustainably farmed wines. What are they? What does it mean to be sustainably farmed? Isn’t that just organic? With the help of our somm, we’re breaking down all you need to know about sustainably farmed wines in our story now!
It’s no surprise that we’re huge snackers over here! We’re always looking for ways to up our game and that’s where DADA comes in. When we say that we’re obsessed with their cocktail nuts, we’re talking downing a bag a day obsessed. Check out our stories to see what all the hype is about!
Now this is comfort food at its finest.