Five Places to Shop on Small Business Saturday

The big retailers aren't the only ones with fantastic holiday offerings, so if you're looking for something to do Saturday, head over to one of the dozens and dozens of independent stores and mom and pop shops in the Hampton area to celebrate Small Business Saturday.

they will be offering their share of great deals for bargain hunters.

Here are five such retailers to check out as a part of the shop small movement, or on any other day:

: Nancy Briggs' North Hampton specialty cheese and wine store got a couple of well-deserved this week. If you're looking for a gift better than the cliche, mass-produced meat box, definitely check out some of the gourmet fromage at C'est Cheese.

: You could go bargain hunting at one of the big department stores, although you'd miss out on some unique and boutique clothing and jewelry options at Sheila Fleming's All She Wears, a downtown Hampton staple since 2006.

: If you're looking for a good restaurant that truly embodies the small business, "do-everything-you-can-for-the-community" mindset, then look no further than Desi Lanio and the 401 Tavern, a Hampton hub for all sorts of cultural events, political visits and plain ol' neighborhood conversation.

: Want to get that special someone something special, but hate the jewelry chain stores' selection and their tacky advertising campaigns? Head on over to Quicksilver Fine Jewelry and Crafts in North Hampton or one of the several other jewelry stores for some more personal, unique items.

: If you're done with going out after hours of Thanksgiving traveling and Black Friday shopping, try ordering a specialty pie from Zesto Pizza in Hampton, which is the pizzeria you dubbed as the .

Also, if you're an American Express cardholder, make sure you register your card online. If you do so and spend $25 at a participating small business, AmEx will put a $25 credit on your card.

Where do you plan on going for Small Business Saturday? Is there a store you think others should know about? Tell us in the comments!