463241 Sat Nov 24 05:55:00 -0800 2007 13 8 Midwest 0 3150641 I have some friends that formerly lived in KC that I would like to send a basket of items native to our area. Of course I will include several bottles of various BBQ sauces (which I've already picked out). What are some other KC items (or possibly even MO or KS) that you would suggest including. Thanks in advance. Sat Nov 24 05:55:00 -0800 2007 75006 amy_rc 1 3150916 Chocolates from Andres, Annedore's and Christopher Elbow or Russell Stover Popcorn from Topsys or Velvet Cream. Coffee from the Roasterie. Pale Ale Mustard or one of the many fine brews from Boulevard Brewery. English muffins from Wolferman's CD's from local singers, Angela Hagenbach, Connie Dover, David Basse, Heartland Men's Chorus, Rain Dogs, Kenny Ray, ect.... Bogdon's Reception sticks Throw in a Hallmark ornament. If they have a dog, treats from Three Dog Bakery. Laura Little Fudge. Lost Trail rootbear. Louisburg Cider Stephenson Apple Butter Hereford House steak marinade. Strawberry Hill Provitica Bread A Taste of Kansas City cookbook Sat Nov 24 08:51:55 -0800 2007 3150641 22977 Irishbeer4me 2 3151154 Cherry Mash Candy. Sat Nov 24 11:09:47 -0800 2007 3150916 141043 jdl98 2 3158998 Sadly, Annadore's has been out of business for months. Christopher Elbow Chocolate Bars would be my first choice. The one with pop rocks in it. Tue Nov 27 12:36:21 -0800 2007 3150916 12658 zataar 1 3150977 Also Valomilk chocolate candies and any Zum products You might check out the Original Juan outlet store on Southwest Blvd. I love all their hot sauces and rubs. A Sat Nov 24 09:30:58 -0800 2007 3150641 14230 heatherkay 1 3158015 Amy... here's a bunch of ideas when I was looking for gifts to bring someone in British Columbia: http://www.chowhound.com/topics/318414 Tue Nov 27 07:18:44 -0800 2007 3150641 12813 Katie Nell 1 3158791 Tall Grass Toffee. tallgrasstoffee.com its the best I've ever had. Ever. And the Chris Elbow chocolates are delightful Tue Nov 27 11:41:48 -0800 2007 3150641 71270 goroe 2 3159173 That's good to know - I've wondered if it was good. Have you had the one with cherries, white chocolate, etc? Looks divine. Tue Nov 27 13:20:17 -0800 2007 3158791 141043 jdl98 3 3166057 Yes i have and IT IS GOOD. the ancho chile flavor is fantastic- just a hint of heat and the end of a bite. They have a walk-in store front now too. Thu Nov 29 13:51:47 -0800 2007 3159173 71270 goroe 4 3167517 Really? From their website it sounds as if you have to make an appt to go in. Fri Nov 30 06:29:29 -0800 2007 3166057 141043 jdl98 5 3175732 really you might call ahead for hours but its open 6 days a week thru the holiday Mon Dec 03 12:01:20 -0800 2007 3167517 71270 goroe 2 3166121 You know, one thing that would be really great from C. Elbow, especially for a holiday basket, would be the hot chocolate mixes. I've got that on my Christmas list with 5 stars next to it! (Take the hint, people!!) Thu Nov 29 14:11:36 -0800 2007 3158791 12813 Katie Nell 3 3175737 the hot chocolate is like nothing we've ever had! we picked up some to write about and taste. my kids thought it was TOO RICH- is there such a thing?! Mon Dec 03 12:02:43 -0800 2007 3166121 71270 goroe 4 3175784 Uh... NO! Crazy kids! ;-) Mon Dec 03 12:15:53 -0800 2007 3175737 12813 Katie Nell