By Edgar I. Martinez Godoy

In a blink of an eye, the Holiday Season is here! Bringing joy to many as they gather with loved ones and share food and gifts.

Cicero Independiente created this special guide, with the help of our readers, for your gift needs and to support local businesses/vendors near the Cicero and Berwyn area.

The guide is divided into categories. Feel free to browse through and shop for your special loved ones.

Here’s what you can buy locally:

Items & Accessories

Sprout

Sprout is a retail shared space that provides physical space for more than 30 small businesses They have plenty of options from:

Mexican handcraft items
Pet accessories
Stuffed animals
Jewelry
Art pieces

Clothes
Skincare

Some vendors located at Sprout are:

34Designed
K Shulada LLC
Krafty Chick Jewelry
Lovely Little Things
Party Mama Crafts

For more information, visit Sprout’s Instagram, website or in person in Cermak Plaza at 7129 Cermak Rd, Berwyn, IL.

MexiStylo

If what you are looking for is more Mexican, traditional accessories for womxn, MexiStylo is the place for you. They offer different items, such as:

Clothes
Jewelry
Authentic Mexican art

For more information, visit MexiStylo’s Instagram, website, or in person at 2406 S Laramie, Cicero, IL.

Juicey Gem

Juicey Gem is a boutique full of fashion and colorful styles and accessories. Here you can find:

Handmade rings
Handmade earrings
Handmade necklaces

For more information, check their Instagram, website or in person at 7003 Cermak Rd, Berwyn IL.

Yaribella Boutique

Yaribella Boutique has cozy and comfortable designs for your gift needs. Here you can find:

Clothes
Drinkware
Headbands

Find more info about their products on their Instagram or their Etsy Store.

Berwyn Betty’s Bath and Body

Simple gifts with extraordinary designs. The designs are so good that you will not want to dissolve your bath bombs! Here you can find:

Kids bath bombs
Seasonal bath bombs
Traditional bath bombs

For more information, contact them through their Instagram, website or in person at 2347 Clarence Avenue, Berwyn, IL.

DateNite Beaute

DateNite Beaute is a local cosmetics store in Berwyn. If you plan on gifting a loved one a few makeup items, support local businesses by visiting their store! They offer:

Makeup
Jewelry
Bag and accessories

For more information visit their Instagram or website. DateNite Beaute is located at 3212 Grove Ave., Berwyn, IL.

Zensational Creations

If you are looking for original and trendy accessories, Zensational Creations is the best place to buy your gifts. There is no physical store, but you can reach them through Instagram to place your order.

Jewelry
Mugs
Candles

For more information, visit their Instagram.

Huipil Boutique

Huipil Boutique is an option to buy your loved ones:

Mexican jewelry
Rag dolls
Authentic clothing

Their current location is at 6931 Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn, IL (Berwyn Shops).

For more information contact them on their Instagram or website.

De Mi Tierra

If you are looking for skincare products, De Mi Tierra is for you! You can find items such as:

Masks
Exfoliators
Scrubs

For more information, you can contact them through their Instagram, website or in person at 6931 Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn, IL (Berwyn Shops).

Ari’s Wicks

At Ari’s Wicks, they have all kinds of candles. From candles that reference Latinx pop culture to coquito scented candles. You can find other items such as:

Scent Candles
Car Diffusers
Shower Steamers

For more information, visit their Instagram, website or in person at 6931 Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn, IL (Berwyn Shops).

Werk Mija

At Werk Mija, they have the best gift options for your friends and family. Their items have popular phrases and slang printed on them. Here you can find:

Beanies
Shirts
Mugs

For more information, visit their Instagram or website.

Dear Me

Are you looking for unique styles in clothing? Dear Me is the perfect place to buy a gift for that dear person. They offer trendy, fun, high-quality clothing. Here you can find:

Clothing
Shoes
Hats

For more information or shopping online visit their Instagram or their website.

Treats

Gift giving can be done in other ways!

ChiMoy, LLC

Chimoy offers great chamoy treats, such as rim pastes and dulcesitos with homemade chamoy. They are definitely a great spicy option for this holiday season. Here you can find:

Homemade Chamoy
Chamoy Paste
Dulcesitos

Chimoy has monthly PopUps next one coming up will be on December 17th at the Berwyn Eagles.

You can place an order online and contact them through their Instagram.

Sugar Sweet Dreams

Need to bring a cake to a holiday gathering or an upcoming celebration? Sugar Sweet Dream has a great selection of treats: They offer:

Cheesecake
Flan
Tarts

For more information, reach out through their Instagram, website or in person at 18W236 Buckingham Ln, Villa Park, IL.

The Vulgar Vegan Cupcakes

The Vulgar Vegan Cupcakes offer vegan options to those with a sweet tooth. They offer classic flavors as well as their seasonal ones, including cupcakes such as:

Sugar Plum Dreams
The Gingersnap
Rudolph Poop

For more information, check out their Instagram, website or in person at 135 N. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL to order cupcakes.

ELO ELO

A little snack doesn’t hurt anyone. Here you can find a selection of different snacks, such as:

Elote in a cup
Pan de elote (Corn bread)
Pan dulce
Agua frescas

You can find them at 5806 W 35th St, Cicero, IL or check their Instagram for more information.

Araceli’s Bakery

Perhaps after all the gifts you bought, you forgot to bake something for the holiday season or yourself. Araceli's bakery offers plenty of baked goods and food for you to choose from. They offer:

Cakes
Pan Dulce
Tamales

For more information, check their Instagram, call them at (708) 222-1314 or visit them at 5920 West Cermak in Cicero.

Bee my Honey Sweets & Treats

This location offers different types of sweets for you to choose from. Bee my Honey Sweets & Treats offers:

Cake pops
Flan
Creme brulee donuts and much more.

For more information, check their Instagram or their website. They are located at 6931 Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn, IL (Berwyn Shops).

Pink Owl Cafe

With a pink and vibrant environment, Pink Owl Cafe offers different savory, sweet and delicious foods that can be a gift for your loved ones or yourself. Here you can find:

Pink Owl Cafe gift cards
Iced Coffees
Pastries
Chilaquiles

For more information, visit their Instagram or in person at 2713 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL.

Tastes of Bri

Tastes of Bri offers meal prep and gourmet catering services along with some lunch specials you can purchase. Here you can find:

Shrimp/Chicken alfredo
Shrimp/Chicken Fajita bowl
Multiple vegan options

For more information, visit their website or in person at 4941 W 14th St, Cicero, IL.

Edgar is a contributing reporter with Cicero Independiente. He recently graduated from Northeastern Illinois University with a B.A. in Communications and Media. Edgar is passionate about music and arts and he is a radio host at WZRD.

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