UPPER WEST SIDE — Go on — get your sister, spouse, friend, doorman or yoga teacher something that's definitely not a part of their normal diet, and if you're lucky, they will share.
The neighborhood is already rich with bakeries — and about to get richer — but there are also specialty food shops dotting the avenues to fill your cart with decadent treats.
If you're stumped as to what to get that tricky person on your list, or don't want to show up at a party empty-handed, here are our top picks for indulgent gifts this holiday season.
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TRUFFLE SET FROM FIKA
"Meet the Medals" Truffle Set, $25
FIKA
2211 Broadway, at West 78th Street
All of the truffles in this set have won some kind of award and go way beyond the typical truffle in their flavor profiles — from cinnamon Tabasco to goat cheese to key lime pie.
BUCHE DE NOEL FROM MAISON KAYSER
Buche de Noel, $42 or $6.75 for a mini
Maison Kayser
2161 Broadway, at West 76th Street
The Buche de Noel is a French Christmas tradition that's also been adopted in the U.S. This decadent dessert log is an over-the-top way to finish off Christmas dinner. Don't feel like sharing with your relatives? Maison Kayser also sells mini logs you can polish off all by yourself.
