What to do and see in Maine, United States: The Best Gift & Specialty Shops

FIORE Artisan Olive Oils & Vinegars. "Come In And Taste For Yourself!" FIORE, the "blossoming flower" in Italian, truly captures the essence of our venture into the education and exploration of Extra Virgin Olive Oils and Aged Balsamic Vinegars in our tasting rooms. From harvests in Italy, Greece, Portugal, Spain and California in the north and Chile, Peru, Australia and South Africa in the south, our tasting rooms enable you to take a global tour of the freshest extra virgin olive oils and the most flavorful balsamic vinegars of Modena, Italy while benefiting from the numerous attributes of health first-hand. All locations in Bar Harbor, Ellsworth, Rockland, Brewer, Brunswick, Freeport, Lewiston, & Portland are open year round. FIORE, "Come In And Taste For Yourself!"

A LITTLE MAD - A curiously unique shop. Inspiring one to always hold fast to their dreams. A LITTLE MAD features Whimsical Home Accents, Unique Gifts, Original Art, One of a Kind Jewelry & more. Please NOTE: the physical shop is open late April through early December. A LITTLE MAD is located in the center of downtown Bar Harbor, right off Main and Cottage Street and is nestled in the charming Bayside Landing Courtyard. Shop YEAR ROUND with us ONLINE at: SHOPalittleMAD.com

Our products are hand selected by the owners to offer a premiere collection of fresh, unique extra virgin olive oils and fused and infused oils as well as naturally flavored specialty, aged and white balsamic vinegars. We believe high quality oils and vinegars are the essential cornerstones of great tasting meals. Revitalize your taste buds at Maine-ly Drizzle in Kennebunkport, ME

Come visit David Jacobson's glassblowing studio in mid-coast Maine, just minutes from Camden, Rockport, Lincolnville and Belfast. There you will watch David make unique, blown glass objects in his newly renovated 200- year-old barn. Also, inquire about his introductory lessons where you'll experience first hand the exciting world of glassblowing.

Tandem Glass is a Gallery & Hand Blown Glass Studio centrally located in Mid-Coast Maine. This 2000 square foot timber frame salt box barn offers a unique opportunity to walk into the creative working lives of two glass artists with 30 years experience in Studio art glass. Known for their unique work Terrill & Charlie Jenkins have been working in glass for 30 years. Working together as Tandem they are known for their functional bright playful "mosaic" line of work. Expect to see: masterfully crafted, imaginative, inspired work. Love of vivid color and form is evident in even the most humble cup. Tandem Glass ships, accepts credit cards and for the price conscious: make sure to ask about the "moody artist special". Call ahead to confirm your visit! Regular summer hours otherwise by chance or appointment. Large Studio tours & hand blown glass demonstrations by appointment only.

Travel back in time to an old-fashioned specialty candy store, stocked with candy many haven't seen in years and with other kinds of candy that most people don't even know exist. Uncle Willy's Candy Shoppe offers a wide variety of classic candy favorites: gourmet chocolates, fudge, brittles, "penny" candy, licorice, gummies, novelties, and many famous brands that you know and love. Come see our 12 foot long Jelly Belly wall at our Camden location!

OPEN MEMORIAL DAY THRU EARLY OCTOBER. This is a seasonal, one-woman working studio with all pottery being made on-site by the shop owner. The potter's wheel is located in the front of the shop and customers are encouraged to watch Julie throwing her pieces there. The glaze/kiln area is open for viewing as well. Questions about the pots and process are always welcome. Her work focuses on functional, practical pottery meant to be used and to enhance your quality of life on a daily basis. Functional pottery - Art for everyday life!