Alley Press turns your photo into a vintage-style newspaper with a personalized headline, printed on the spot. It's a playful twist on the classic photo booth, and you walk away with a one-of-a-kind keepsake from your visit to the Winter Village.
Carousel Bakery is a Toronto institution from the St. Lawrence Market, famous for its peameal bacon sandwich: thin slices griddled until crisp and served on a soft roll with mustard. The bakery has been serving market crowds since the 1970s, and its sandwich is one of the city's signature bites.
Chocoidea is a Bavarian chocolatier that makes chocolate in remarkably realistic shapes, from tools and keys to cars and musical instruments. Each piece is made by hand in Germany: the chocolate is poured into precision moulds and the fine details are painted by hand. They make clever, surprising gifts.
Coach House Shortbread Company has been baking shortbread in Toronto since 1986 and celebrates its 40th year in 2026. Alongside the classic buttery sweet flavours, it makes a range of savoury shortbreads, a local favourite for holiday entertaining and gift-giving.
Crafts n' Creations makes 3D layered wooden ornaments in about 25 designs, each one designed, cut, hand-painted and assembled by the makers themselves. New designs arrive every year, including a special ornament made just for the Distillery Winter Village. They're perfect for gifts and collectors.
Dreamland Cotton Candy Art spins cotton candy into cartoon and Christmas characters, from Santa Claus and the Grinch to favourites like Labubu and Mario. These sweet treats are as photo-worthy as they are tasty, and fun for the whole family to share while exploring the Winter Village.
Giramisu brings a charming collection of handmade crochet toys, nursery accents and home décor, each piece made with real care and attention to detail. Look for cuddly crochet animals, dolls, bag charms, keychains, flowers and delicate micro-crochet bookmarks, all of them thoughtful gifts for little ones and collectors alike.
I Love Churros serves up churros: golden, crispy and made for sharing on a chilly evening at the market. A sweet, warm treat to enjoy while you wander the Village.
Japan Taco is a Toronto favourite where Japanese meets Mexican. Its signature taco swaps the tortilla for a crispy nori shell filled with sushi rice and Japanese-inspired fillings, so it looks like a taco but tastes like sushi. Crunchy outside, crazy inside, and a fun bite to try at the market.
Lalu Fun Foods brings two crowd-pleasers from Toronto. Chocoberry is fresh strawberries dipped in rich Belgian chocolate, including a Dubai Strawberry Cup with pistachio chocolate. Luv Puffs are bite-sized, fluffy mini pancakes made fresh while you watch, with toppings like warm chocolate drizzle or cheesecake pieces and hazelnut praline.
Little Shop of Lobsters, an Ontario purveyor of fine seafood since 2001, makes small-batch Lobster Mousse from the tail, claw and knuckle meat of Canadian Atlantic lobster, plus a Crab Mousse made from New Brunswick snow crab. Both are blended by hand with herbs and spices: a festive treat for holiday gatherings or the seafood lover on your list.
Peacock Bakehouse is a female-owned bakery from Toronto's east end, known for its ultra-chunky cookies of about 150 g each. They're made with Ontario butter, locally sourced eggs, Canadian flour and Belgian chocolate. Pick up a few for yourself or a signature blue gift box for someone sweet.
Pierogi Miska makes handcrafted pierogi that blend traditional Eastern European recipes with bold, modern flavours. Each dish, or miska, uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients and is plated to look as good as it tastes. It's comfort food with a creative twist, served with a good helping of nostalgia.
PontyPool Pantry makes artisan jams in small batches using traditional homemade methods and fresh, local ingredients wherever possible. Look for their sweet jams and their spicy-sweet "Sweet Heat" range, plus homemade cakes and baked goods inspired by family traditions.
Prince St Pizza is the famous New York slice shop, and its first Canadian location opened in Toronto in 2023. It's known for thick, focaccia-style square slices, especially the signature Spicy Spring: fiery fra diavolo sauce, mozzarella with a touch of pecorino romano, and a pile of crispy cup-and-char pepperoni.
Real Empanada is a family-run Ontario business that makes authentic Colombian empanadas from a family recipe passed down through three generations. The crispy corn-masa empanadas are gluten-free and halal-certified, with beef, chicken, cheese and vegan fillings, and they come with house-made salsas from mild to "On Fire." You'll also find arepas, crispy pork belly, Colombian chorizo and yuca fries.
Stick Shift Robata serves fire-grilled, Japanese-inspired food cooked over binchotan charcoal, and it got its start right here at The Distillery Winter Village. Come for flame-seared robata skewers, charred maitake mushrooms, Wagyu sandos and a rich, slow-simmered pork bone broth.
Sweet Crumble by Creative Treats serves warm crumble desserts in a cup, each topped with silky warm custard. Choose from Sweet Berry with mixed berry compote, spiced Apple Cinnamon, or the Crumble Brûlée with your pick of filling. It's a cozy treat made for a winter stroll.
Tango Design makes handcrafted hardwood pieces in Ontario, including charcuterie and cheese boards, chopping blocks, serving trays and coasters. Founder Paulo Martinez learned woodworking from his grandfather. Look for their cocktail and whiskey smokers, flavoured wood chips and cherry and walnut boards. They can also engrave pieces to make a personal gift.
Tatova Hata makes hand-painted glass ornaments in their family workshop, each one painted detail by detail. You'll find classic baubles, playful shaped ornaments such as animals, food and drink, characters and little buildings, plus tree toppers and candle holders. They make charming keepsakes for your own tree or someone else's.
Unique Glass Ornaments sells mouth-blown glass made by Egyptian artisans. Each piece is shaped over an open flame, then hand-painted and finished with gold detailing. Choose from ornaments, snow globes, animals and pets, birds, tree toppers, candle holders and vases. Favourites include hummingbirds, cardinals, unicorns and flying pigs.
The Whimsical Crispie Co. makes gourmet rice crispie treats by hand in small batches, in fun flavours and playful designs. Try the fan favourite Gimme Schmoooore, YOLO Cookies 'n Cream, Peanut Butter Fluffernutter, Butter Me Up Biscoff or I'm Nutella for You. Grinch and gingerbread treats are back for the holidays, and they make great stocking stuffers.
Wooden Puzzle Name is a small family business from North York that makes children's wooden toys by hand from Canadian maple. Their range includes puzzles, benches and magnetic wooden trains, and they take requests for custom toys. These are lasting gifts for the little ones on your list.
WuBaEats is a Toronto bao maker founded by Danny Wu, serving Taiwanese fusion baos rooted in 1950s family recipes. They give these recipes bold, multicultural flavours. Along with their signature baos, they're bringing a menu made especially for the Winter Village. Fans have called their baos Toronto's best.