Remember that old-fashioned neighborhood store that had just what you needed – a quick gift or a last-minute treat? If Brooklyn is your stomping ground, you're in luck.

Blue Ribbon General Store is a modern-day general store that combines country charm with city chic. Every well-chosen item has earned a "blue ribbon": Brooklyn onesies, organic bath soaps from Little Twig, kids' books and toys from Mr. Potato Head to Eeboo will keep the tots entertained. Founded by a longtime Brooklyn resident, the store also caters to its local customers with ideas on how to best utilize all this cool stuff. Stop by for a birthday present or some post-brunch browsing.

And don't forget to pick up a little something for yourself.

Open Tues.-Sat. 11am-7pm, Sun. 12-6pm. 365 State St., Brooklyn, 718-522-9848, blueribbongeneralstore.com.