Savannah has an abundance of local products stocking the shelves of boutiques throughout the city. From honey to spices and leather goods to stationary, visitors love to find products that locals can’t live without. Pick up one of these 10 local items during your getaway:
1. Red velvet cake truffles from Chocolat by Adam Turoni – Stop at Chocolat by Adam Turoni on Broughton Street and you may see the chocolatier himself crafting handmade chocolate treats on a huge marble slab. Don’t leave without purchasing a to-die-for red velvet cake truffle.
2. Cocktail napkins by Emily McCarthy – On Skidaway Road, you’ll find Cohen’s Retreat, an eclectic collection of shops offering kitschy goods, artwork and other goodies like Emily McCarthy’s “Cheers” and monogrammed cocktail napkins that will make your parties drip with Southern charm.
3. Savannah Grillin’ Blend from The Salt Table – Named “Flavor of the State” by Georgia Traveler Magazine this year, Savannah Grillin’ Blend created by local company The Salt Table, located near Ellis Square, blends sweet with heat to create Southern grilling goodness.
4. Made With Love Cookbook from Back in the Day Bakery – Back in the Day Bakery on Bull Street is one of the most popular bakeries in Savannah, and their first cookbook was a New York Times’ best seller. The latest book out now features more than 100 recipes and make-it-yourself projects to create and share.
5. Elizabeth wallet from Satchel. – Satchel. is a local leather goods store that makes everything from bags to leather cuffs and drink koozies, and was founded by Savannah College of Art and Design graduate Elizabeth Seeger. Named after the founder herself, the Elizabeth wallet at Satchel. on Liberty Street will complete any ensemble.
6. Savannah Honey from Savannah Bee Company – After you’ve sampled honey from the tasting station in the Savannah Bee Company flagship store on Broughton Street, scoop up some jars of Savannah Honey to enjoy on cheese, apples, bread or even alone.
7. “Infinite Possiblities” iPhone case from Tiffani Taylor Gallery – If you’ve ever wanted to take fine art with you, the Tiffani Taylor “Infinite Possibilities” iPhone case makes that possible. Visit Tiffani Taylor’s colorful gallery on Whitaker Street to enjoy her beautiful artwork and take it home with you.
8. Oyster knives from the Georgia State Railroad Museum – At the Georgia State Railroad Museum on Louisville Road, you’ll learn about the historical significance of the railroad in Savannah, and you can pick up beautiful, handmade oyster knives created from old railroad spikes. Watch these being made in the museum’s blacksmith shop before leaving with one from the gift shop.
9. Pralines from Savannah Candy Kitchen/River Street Sweets – Don’t miss out on another delicious Savannah favorite—pralines. Places like the Savannah Candy Kitchen and River Street Sweets entice you with free samples of these pralines upon entering the stores on River Street and in City 
Market, but you’ll want to buy them by the pound to take a little Southern sugar with you.
10. Super Hero Winged Hat & Cape Set from Lovelane Designs – Savannah designer, Lane Huerta, creates fascinating children’s superhero outfits that locals love. Buy one on her Etsy site to incorporate a dash of Savannah’s quirky style into your child’s wardrobe.
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Note: If outlets are more your style, check out the Tanger Outlets Savannah opening next week (April 16) just minutes from downtown Savannah.
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