50th & France Holiday Gift Guide: Experience-Based Gifts
Experience-based gifts are a great way to spend quality time with the ones you love while learning a new skill. Especially for those that can be hard to shop for.
These are our favorite classes & workshops at 50th & France with something for everybody.
Vivront — Knife Skills & Kitchen Classes
Vivront is a knife and kitchen shop located at 4948 France Ave S. Specializing in knife sharpening, they offer an extensive selection of cutlery and kitchen tools from around the world. Owner Joseph and his expert team also share their passion through hands-on classes—making this a fantastic experience-based gift for the culinary enthusiast in your life.
Kitchen Knife Skills 101
Kitchen Knife Skills 102: Stay Sharp
Kitchen Knife Skills 103: Blade Shapes
Sharpening on Stones 101
Inquire about private and group classes, as well as specialized workshops in chicken, turkey, and trout butchery.
Learn more about available classes at https://vivront.com/pages/classes.
Harriet & Alice — Knitting & Crochet
Local yarn store Harriet & Alice offers workshops at a variety of experience levels including Beginner Knitting & Beginner Crochet, as well as “Knit Along” style classes where the Harriet & Alice team will guide you through a specific project, one step at a time.
Luxurious yarns and crafting tools also available for purchase for a quick gift idea!
Located at 3922 W 50th St. Learn more & browse classes at: https://shop.harrietandalice.com/collections/events-classes
SENTi — Private Scent Sessions
The world of fragrance can feel mystifying, but SENTi owner Jen Knoch shares her knowledge and passion for scent in small group scent sessions.
During these guided discovery sessions, participants explore the history of fragrance and sample over 35 scents imported from Europe and Japan—many of which are U.S. exclusives to SENTi. Held outside regular store hours, these private sessions offer a relaxing atmosphere to experience the art of scent.
The perfect gift experience for couples, friends, or wedding parties. Many unique gifts also available at the shoppe!
Learn more at https://shopsenti.com/pages/events or contact Jen directly at jenknoch@shopsenti.com to schedule your session.
Located at 3922 W 50th St
Arthur Murray Dance Studio
Mastering new dance moves has never been simpler, whether you are looking to survive the dance floor or steal the show. Since 1938, Arthur Murray Dance Studio has helped students build confidence and enjoy dancing, offering a selection of more than 30 distinct dance styles.
An ideal experience for couples, wedding parties, newly engaged partners, or outings with friends.
Conveniently located at 5041 France Ave S.
Learn more at https://arthurmurrayminneapolis.com/dance-lessons-edina.
Have a fantastic holiday season and we hope to see you soon at 50th & France!