Good & Perfect Gift's Guide to Valentine's Day!

Here we are again, romance is in the air and it's time to start thinking about planning your perfect Valentine's Day! If you want to impress your loved ones and melt their hearts on the sweetest day of the year, Good & Perfect Gifts is here to help you. From the perfect gift to the sweetest treats, we have some suggestions for Valentine's Day success!

Surprise your sweetheart. Start your romantic day by surprising your significant other and acknowledge the holiday first thing in the morning. For couples living together, start the day with a nice breakfast in bed. Sneak a card in your special someone's bag before work and let them know that you're looking forward to more romantic activities later in the day. 

Dress to impress. When date time finally arrives, it's important to look your best. Whether you are a young couple in the beginning of your courtship or in a mature relationship, being presentable is a serious part of showing that you care about another person. Your significant other will appreciate the added effort on this special day. Ladies, you know you can find an attractive and fashionable top that will be perfect for Valentine's Day at Good & Perfect Gifts! 

A Good & Perfect Gift. You don't want to get stuck searching for a last minute gift! There are a lot of generic gifts out there, but try to avoid cliches and focus on something your significant other will truly appreciate. At Good & Perfect Gifts you can find something for everyone. Find the perfect piece of jewelry, holiday inspired home decor, stylish clothing and much, much more.  


Candlelit dinner for two. Let Good & Perfect Gifts be your go-to for an amazing shareable meal this Valentine's Day. We carry a variety of delicious gourmet mixes, and Wind & Willow's "Table For Two" is the perfect serving size to share with your special someone. While dinner is being prepared, set the mood and create a romantic atmosphere by lighting scented candles from Good & Perfect Gifts. When you pick up your gourmet meal mix don't forget to swing by the bakery and stock up on dessert!

Sugar B's Pastries. Indulging in dessert is one of the best parts about Valentine's Day - after all, it is the sweetest day of the year! Sugar B's Pastries has fresh and decadent desserts that will will help cap off your Valentine's Day is the tastiest of ways. 

Your favorite Lake of the Ozarks gift shop is open Wednesday through Friday from 10 AM to 5 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 4 PM. Find everything you need to have a romantic day and wonderful Valentine's Day at Good & Perfect Gifts - your sweetheart will love you for your thoughtful preparation! 

A popular destination gift shop near the

Lake of the Ozarks

1603 Business Hwy 54,

Eldon, Missouri 65026

573-392-7900

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5 Ways To Pamper Yourself This Winter

Chilly winter temperatures and unpredictable weather keep many of us indoors this time of year, but being comfortable and cozy inside can be achieved with a little bit of pampering! From bathing with bubbles to luxurious scents, spending a day at home or out on the town can be the luxurious treatment you've been longing for. Good & Perfect Gifts has some suggestions to relieve the harsh realities of winter and add a little luxury to your life. Here are our top 5 ways to pamper yourself this winter.

1. Slide Into A Bubble Bath

Of course this is the first treat on the list. Picture a calm, tranquil bathroom. Soft music playing in your ear, the glow of a fragrant candle and a warm home spa treatment. Relax your muscles, moisturize your dry winter skin and feel like a million bucks while you pamper yourself in style.


2. Sensational Scents

There's something romantic and soothing about a candle. The gentle flickering light, and of course, the fabulous scents are a perfect part of pampering. Good & Perfect Gifts carries a variety of candles and fragrances in our boutique - light the wick, and watch your atmosphere transform into a glamorous space fit for pampering. 



3. Beauty Day at Home

Time to call the ladies! Have your girls grab a new shade of polish, a hair treatment and a new facial and plan an at home day of pampering. Put on your favorite romantic-comedy and use things you already have at home. Do the whole shebang - facial, manicure, pedicure, hair treatment and nails. You'll re-emerge as the pampered beauty you're meant to be!


4. Ooh La La - Shopping!

Does this one even need an explanation? Let's face it - there is nothing more decadent than dedicating an entire day to shopping. Leave that grocery list at home because this shopping trip is all about YOU. That dress you've been eyeing at Good & Perfect Gifts - go and get it! Those Brighton charms you've been wanting to add to your collection - we've got 'em! Good & Perfect Gifts has everything you need to satisfy your glamourous day of pampering. 


5. Have Dessert First 

Okay, well...now you're here...keep the pampering going and eat dessert first! Indulge in a chocolate delicacy from Sugar B's Cakes & Pastries, located just inside Good & Perfect Gifts. You, my darling, are pampering yourself today and only a delicious, most scrumptious dessert will do. Invest in a lovely food experience and end your day in the sweetest way!

Our advice for a cold winter day - wrap up in a fluffy, soft robe and slip into some plush slippers to enjoy a comfortable day of pampering at home. But don't stop there! Pop into Good & Perfect Gifts to end your afternoon with a shopping trip and a fine dessert - pamper yourself this winter and don't forget that Good & Perfect Gifts has the home accents, fashion and scents to help you stay pampered all year round!

A popular destination gift shop near the

Lake of the Ozarks

1603 Business Hwy 54,

Eldon, Missouri 65026

573-392-7900

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Who Loves the Taste of Apples? You Will With These Gourmet Treats!

This is the perfect season to whip up some hot & tasty treats using the delectable apple. You can find a wide variety of different kinds of apples at the store this time of year, and your favorite Lake of the Ozarks gift shop has some amazing mixes for you to make the cooking process simple and delicious. 

Wind & Willow is a company that our Good & Perfect Gifts customers can't seem to get enough of. Their gourmet mixes allow you to whip up some of the most mouth-watering dips, cheeseballs, appetizers, desserts, snacks, soups, and more. Among these are a couple of our favorites featuring the yummy flavor of apples. 

Apple Pie Cheeseball & Dessert Mix
All of the flavors of a homemade apple pie come together in this gourmet mix. There are lots of different recipes from www.WindAndWillow.com (like the ones seen below) for all of their products. This mix in particular features recipes like Apple Pie Chimichangas, Apple Pie Pull Apart Bread, Apple Pie Compote, and Savory Apple Pizza. Today we have these two to share with you.

Caramel Apple Cheeseball & Dessert Mix 
Who can make it through fall without the amazing flavors of caramel and apples combined? This mix recreates that beautifully. It can be used to make Caramel Apple Tarts, Dessert Pizza, a quick Cheesecake, and more. We suggest you try one of these two incredible recipes.   

Prefer Ready-Made? Visit Bridget!
Sugar B's Cakes & Pastries is located inside Good & Perfect Gifts, and the amazing Bridget always has something freshly baked and delicious waiting for you. Even though our Wind & Willow gourmet mixes are easy to make, everyone gets busy and sometimes it's easier to pick up something that's already been prepared for you. 

Plus, our chef has mastered her recipes, so your taste buds will be glad you gave them a try. If you've ever seen her cakes, you know that Bridget is also artistically talented with her baked goods. Right now she has her own apple treats available for you in the form of McIntosh Muffins. Another great fall flavor is featured in her Pumpkin Gooey Bars too, which are covered in delicious cream cheese icing! 

Tasty Treats Are Waiting
Whether you need something yummy to take to a party, give as a gift, or simply enjoy on your own, our gift shop at the Lake of the Ozarks has a gigantic variety of incredible gourmet treats in our store. The ones listed above are just a tiny taste of what is waiting for you on our Good & Perfect Gifts shelves in Eldon. Stop by soon and grab a bite! 

A popular destination gift shop near the

Lake of the Ozarks

1603 Business Hwy 54,

Eldon, Missouri 65026

573-392-7900

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Meet Bridget from Sugar B's Cakes & Pastries

Good & Perfect Gifts in Eldon not only features the best gifts, home decor, fashions, and jewelry, but we also have the best bakery at the Lake of the Ozarks tucked away inside our gift shop.  Sugar B's Cakes & Pastries, owned by Bridget Thompson, bakes up tasty, ready-to-eat creations Wednesday-Saturday right here.  She also takes special orders.  

Bridget recently answered a few questions so that you could all get to know this incredible baker a little bit better.  

How long have you been baking?

I just started with Jera at Good & Perfect Gifts 6 months ago.  I worked at the Sugar Loft in Osage Beach for 3 years before that, and I was also the pastry chef at On the Rise Bakery in Osage Beach for a year.  

Did you receive any kind of formal training?

I was trained by Le Cordon Bleu's bakery & pastry program.  I baked cakes on my own for people while my sons were young, then I was hired at the Sugar Loft.    

How long have you lived in the area?

20 years ago I moved to Eldon.  I'm originally form Portland, Oregon.  After getting divorced, I moved here to live near my sister, whose husband was stationed at Ft. Leonard Wood at the time.  

What types of treats can people expect from Sugar B's?

We have all kinds of desserts and baked goods ready for purchase inside Good & Perfect Gifts.  A few popular items are the muffins, Mississippi Mud Pie, Ooey Gooey Butter Cake, Brownies, and the Cake Truffles.  We also have coffee, tea, and soft drinks available to go along with them, and several tables and chairs if you'd like to eat right here.  It's a joy working inside of Good & Perfect gifts.  There is so much opportunity for new possibilities.  Eventually I would like to serve lunch. 

What do you like to do in your free time?

I'm a big Cardinals fan and love going to the games.  

Are there any types of food that you hate?

Squash, and any kind of melon.  My grandmother used to force us to eat them as kids.

What's on your bucket list?
I would love to visit Greece.  

Do you have any funny stories related to baking?
When I worked at the Sugar Loft, a guy came in to pick up a wedding cake.  He had planned to transport it in the open back of his pickup truck all the way from Osage Beach to Casa de Loco Winery past Camdenton!  That was NOT going to happen.  We made him let us deliver it.  


You can see a lot more of Bridget's culinary creations on the Sugar B's Facebook page.  Don't forget to put your orders in now for all of the Thanksgiving and Christmas treats that you would like for her to bake up for you.  Stop by our Lake of the Ozarks gift shop soon and see what she's got cooking for the day.   

A popular destination gift shop near the

Lake of the Ozarks

1603 Business Hwy 54,

Eldon, Missouri 65026

573-392-7900

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