Holiday Gift Guide For The Host/ Hostess 2021
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Attending a holiday gathering or two this year?! The holiday gathering invitations will be arriving soon and now’s a great time to stock up on gifts to thank your hosts and hostesses for throwing such a fabulous soirèe! So, while other party-goers stop by the liquor store for something you will arrive with any one of these thoughtful gifts in tow to show your host you really get their distinct and sensational personality guaranteeing your invite in 2022! HA! Check out my list of expertly chosen hostess gift ideas!! They are SOOOO lovely!
Pino Reed Diffuser- Freshen up your home for the holiday season with Pino, Alora Ambiance’s pine-scented gem. Its signature blend of pine, amber and fir is an ode to the legendary Alpine forest of Northern Italy. Clean and classic, this iconic diffuser design complements any décor as it radiates this signature scent throughout the space. Thir 8oz diffusers measure 14" tall and last 1-3 months. Their 16oz diffusers measure 17" tall and last 3-5 months. You can get 20% off your first order too by signing up for their email newsletter! Alora Ambiance makes my favorite reed diffusers! I have stocked them in home for over a decade now. And I so look forward to this seasonal scent.
Lemieux et Cie Napkins- Designed by Lemieux et Cie in collaboration with Anthropologie, this set of napkins enhances casual and elevated tablescapes alike. About Lemieux et Cie:
A leading voice in the world of home furnishing and decor, Canadian designer Christiane Lemieux is renowned for her bestselling books, celebrated brands, and writing contributions to Architectural Digest. Lemieux's namesake European luxury lifestyle brand, Lemieux et Cie, delivers an avant-garde collection dedicated to artisanal modernism. Drawing influences from 20th-century artisan ateliers, the storied history of curvilinear furniture, and found or collected objects, each piece celebrates the remarkable collaboration between designer and craftsman. The pattern is so beautiful!Chateau de Fontcreuse – Cotes de Provence 2018- One of my favorite wines from somMailier. The aroma is white fruit, peach, and citrus. And the flavor is vivacious and fresh, with a taste of pear and ripe peach and a hint of aniseed. This wine will be deliciously refreshing with all kinds of fish and seafood. You can pair it with sushi and sashimi, or simply as an apertif with mixed tapas. I enjoy this greatly with Ahi Tuna Sashimi. I love it seared rare with sesame seeds, pickled cucumber, ginger, and wasabi. This wine really brighten the flavors of the tuna. I bet this would be so wonderful with my lemon, garlic, and herb grilled yellowtail snapper too! So excited that somMailier has given me a promo code for GFY readers so please use promo code GFY10 for 10% off your first shipment when you join the French wine club and use code GFY5 for all orders through their wine cellar and on gift orders (excludes gift cards). My number one favorite thing about somMailier is the food pairing cards they provide as well as the custom back labels they have on the back of their wines providing you with information regarding serving temperature, grape varieties, aging, & pairing recommendations. It’s so wonderful not having to google this information or find it on their website when I am in a hurry! I also think this is such a brilliant idea because now when you gift this to someone they have everything they need on the bottle. Lovely, right?!
VSOP 25-Year Barrel-Aged Balsamic Vinegar & Arbequina Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Gift Set- Olivier's 25-Year-Barrel-Aged Balsamic Vinegar is an all-time-customer favorite, and we're happy to introduce its culinary partner, Olivier's Arbequina Extra-Virgin Olive Oil. A versatile gift for cooks and food lovers alike, the boxed set comes with cork and stainless-steel pourers for drip-free serving. Use them together for salad dressings, marinades or as a dip for crusty bread. 25-Year Barrel-Aged Balsamic Vinegar: Superior-quality aged balsamic imported from Modena is slowly reduced and intensified in French oak barrels to produce full-bodied, sweet and well-balanced flavor. Use it to add depth to pan sauces, braised meats or stews, or drizzle over grilled vegetables, fresh fruit or ice cream. Arbequina Extra-Virgin Olive Oil: Sweet and nutty with hints of almond and melon, this versatile olive oil is cold-pressed from Arbequina olives grown in California's Napa Valley. Its bright, fruity flavor makes it ideal for sautéing and sauces. Drizzle it on risotto or pizza or use it for dipping with fresh, crusty bread. Set includes Arbequina Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, 25-Year Barrel-Aged Balsamic and two cork/stainless-steel pourers. 31 fl. oz. total (15.5 fl. oz. each).
Christmas Time In The City Dessert Plate- Featuring a pictorial of iconic cities dressed for the holidays, this plate is a must-have for your Christmas spread. Pick from London, Paris, Los Angeles, and New York City. I love the idea of gifting all four and they even have the matching mugs too!!
Marais Taper Candles- Add intention to your everyday routine with this pair of tapers that feature a beautiful molded wax design. A staple for dinner parties and everyday entertaining, tapers can also bring an element of mindfulness to daily meditations, yoga practices, or evening bubble baths.
Home + Holiday Matte Black Tumbler x Evergreen + Eucalyptus Matte Black Tumbler- Stamp the snow off your boots, hang your scarf on the hook and enter the warm embrace of homecoming with the smell of cinnamon, vanilla, and gingerbread. This Home + Holiday scented soy candle is infused with guaiacwood and gurjun balsam essential oils. The air is crisp, and it's the last call at the tree farm. Enjoy the nostalgic smells of freshly cut winter greenery, and memories of garland with notes of fir needle, eucalyptus, patchouli, and cedar leaf. This Evergreen + Eucalyptus scented soy candle is infused with fir needle, cedarwood, eucalyptus, patchouli, and cedar leaf essential oils. Both come in a gorgeous matte black tumbler and are so very aromatic! Your candle purchase also gives back to restore
dignity to survivors of human trafficking in America. Calyan Wax Co. is such an incredible brand! Enjoy 20% off using promo code GOFRENCHYOURSELF.Best of Italy Gift Basket- Time-honored preparation and the freshest ingredients are hallmarks of Italian cuisine, and Tuscan Markets prides itself on recreating classic dishes from Italy's many diverse regions. Their savory basket delivers a variety of Italian specialties tucked into a woven tray, perfectly repurposed for serving or display. Our gift basket includes dried pastas, Parmesan cheese, tomato sauce, extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar and wine-infused salami. A wonderful housewarming gift, it also makes a thoughtful present for new parents, special celebrations or anyone who appreciates the flavors of Italy. Basket includes Fusilli, Orecchietti and Linguini, Parmesan cheese, tomato sauce, extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar and wine-infused salami
Festa Candle- Another lovely item. from Alora Ambiance! Their limited-edition holiday fragrance, Festa, is an unforgettable mix of cinnamon and bitter orange. The warm, inviting notes combine to set the perfect stage for a cozy holiday season. A must for all the hostesses on your party list! Their 9 oz cotton wick candles measure 4" high and 3" wide and have a burn time of approximately 50 hours. It’s SO beautiful and festive!
Nathalie Lete Charmante Dinner Plate- Overflowing with un charme francaise, this plate — designed by Nathalie Lete in collaboration with Anthropologie — makes a beloved accent to a dinner place setting or dessert spread.About Nathalie Lete- Once a member of Mathias et Nathalie, a duo renowned for their cardboard paintings and expressionist sculptures, French art and designer Nathalie Lete now works as a solo artist, creating paintings, ceramics, textiles, jewelry, books and toys centered on themes of fantasy, humor and childhood memories. They are sold individually but I love the 6 together! And of course the Lilac one with The Eiffel Tower is my fave! If you love French inspired gifts for your hostess..be sure to see my Francophile Gift Guide.
Flora Taper Candle Holder- This season, add intention to your everyday routine with a beautiful taper candle holder featuring a floral finish. Although an icon of dinner parties and wreaths, tapers can bring an element of mindfulness to daily meditations, yoga practice, or evening bubble baths. These come in three sizes and I love the three together!
Stovetop Simmer Fragrance Kit-Create a delicious homemade aroma directly in your kitchen with this stovetop simmer kit — it especially sets the scene for cozy seasonal entertaining. How to use: Add 1/4 cup of included ingredients to a pot of water and simmer until your home is filled with fragrance. Can be re-simmered for up to one week. Pick from Apple Cinnamon: Dried apples are topped with cinnamon spice in an anise and vanilla base. (SPICE) Bay Citron: Lime zest, citron, and orange meld in a cinnamon-and-clove spiced base of balsam and cedarwood. (WOODSY) Orange Clove: Orange rind, red apple, and tea leaves meld with rosehip oil, creamy tonka beans, and fresh ginger root. (SPICE) ….
Frasier Fir Novelty Holiday Gift Set- This giftable set comes complete with a bar soap, petite hand cream, and travel tin in the beloved Frasier Fir fragrance with finishing touches of warm mulberry velvet and berry accents. Your go-to hostess gift for holiday parties.
Heartfelt by Anthropologie Bread Basket & Warming Tile Set- Perfect for the home baker or a gracious hostess, this giftable duo pays tribute to the universal symbol of trust, friendship, and gathering: Bread. With a terracotta warming tile embossed with "bread" translated in languages from Dutch to Arabic - and a felted basket for serving - this set brings a sense of gratitude to any meal shared at your table.
French Cheese Gift Basket- Ideal Cheese Shop ships its famous cheese nationwide on Goldbelly! Travel to France with this cheese basket—all hand-picked from the experts at Ideal Cheese Shop. What started as a mom-and-pop butter and egg company in 1954 has evolved into a gourmet cheese shop in New York City. For decades, the old-school Ideal Cheese Shop has been the go-to spot for gourmet cheese in New York City. From rich, buttery Vacherin Swiss cheese to an amazing truffle Brie filled with mascarpone and summer truffles, Ideal Cheese stocks over 250 cheeses from 17 countries. Ideal Cheese Shop has been named World’s Best Cheese Shop by Forbes! This package includes: 5 Cheeses from France (each 3/4 lb.), 1 box of Crackers and 1 jar of French Jam. Cheese Selection Includes: St. Andre – This triple-crème cheese has a velvety-smooth texture and is delicately rich and buttery in flavor. An extraordinary dessert cheese. Bucheron – Soft, but semi-firm in texture. This cheese when young provides a mild flavor that becomes sharper as it matures. It is a good cheese for salads or for snacking. Istara – A sheeps milk cheese from the French Pyrenees has a smooth, slightly oily texture and a wonderfully sweet flavor with hints of olive, hazelnut and fig. Aged for 90 days, a real crowd pleaser. This cheese was formally known as Prince de Claverolle Cheese. Fourm d’Ambert – This is one of France’s oldest blue cheeses. The maturing process takes place in humid cellars. It has a creamy texture with a lasting taste of wine. And Comte – The taste of this cheese is variable depending on the age and the season of the milk. It is typically described as salty, mild, and fruity with subtle hints of nutmeg. From Fromageries Marcel Petite
Chocolate Lovers Gift Box- Got a chocolate lover on your gift list? Hu chocolate has you covered with an assortment of some of their favorite bars packaged in a sleek matte black branded gift box. Includes: 4x Simple, 2x Salty, 2x Cashew Vanilla, 2x Almond Butter + Puffed Quinoa, and 2x Hazelnut bars, packaged in a matte black gift box. They are obsessed with high quality real food that tastes delicious. They apply these exacting standards to everything they do and are constantly evolving as they learn more about the food industry. Their chocolate is SO good!!!
Runamok Maple Syrup Gift Box- Choose from four of their favorite large gift box collections: Barrel-aged, Infused, Best Sellers and Oprah’s Favorite Collection. For a gift that will be appreciated by gourmets and Sunday pancake-lovers alike, we offer the Runamok gift box. Encased in elegant packaging, you can choose among four different combinations of our infused and barrel-aged maple syrup. For a grown-up take on waffles and ice cream, try the Barrel-aged Collection, featuring Rum, Apple Brandy and Bourbon Barrel-Aged Organic Maple Syrup. For a collection of syrups that are great in cocktails and in dishes both sweet and savory, try the Infused Collection, featuring Cinnamon + Vanilla, Makrut Lime-Leaf and Elderberry Infused Organic Maple Syrups. Their collection of Bourbon Barrel-Aged, Hibiscus Infused and Cinnamon+Vanilla Infused Organic Maple Syrups was so popular, it was selected to be one of Oprah’s Favorite Things.
Seedlip Cocktail Mix Trio Gift Set- Seedlip is the alcohol-free spirit taking Europe by storm and gaining popularity throughout the United States. See what all the fuss is about with this sampler pack. Seedlip non-alcoholic spirits are the answer to the question, “What to drink when you’re not drinking?” Try out a couple of Seedlip’s most popular flavors and gain some recipe ideas with this gift set. This set includes 200 mL bottles of the Seedlip Grive 42 Citrus, Seedlip Garden 108 and Seedlip Spice 94, Seedlips are best enjoyed when served with other beverages. Grove 42 is a zesty & complex, citrus-forward blend of three types of orange and uplifting spice distillates. The Garden 108 is a refreshing spring or summer drink best served with tonic and cucumber. The Spice 94 is a complex blend of aromatic Jamaican Allspice berry, cardamom distillates, two barks, and a bright citrusy finish. It can be served with something as simple as tonic and a twist of grapefruit. Zero calories, no artificial flavors, no sugar, and no sweetener, seedlips are non-alcoholic liquors that give people a healthy alternative to use in their cocktails. Consumers enjoy mixing them in non-alcoholic mocktails as well.
Italian Pantry Gift Crate- Step into an Italian country kitchen, and you're likely to find these classic culinary staples in easy reach. Our gift crate brings an authentic taste of Italy to your doorstep, from aged Modena balsamic to cold-pressed olive oil, semolina pasta, Genovese pesto, Taggiasca olives and a generous wedge of Pecorino Romano cheese. The collection arrives in a handy reusable wooden crate, making it a welcome gift for anyone who appreciates the signature flavors of Italy. Balsamic Vinegar: Rich, complex 20-year barrel-aged balsamic from Modena. (8.8 oz.) Extra-Virgin Olive Oil: Cold-pressed from Taggiasca olives in Liguria, Italy to produce a sweet, buttery oil with a fresh, delicate flavor. (3.5 oz.) Spaghetti: Artisanal pasta handcrafted with semolina flour and air-dried for a perfect al dente texture. (17 oz.) Pesto: Anfosso's DOP-certified Genovese-style pesto, prepared with Ligurian extra-virgin olive oil, cashews, pine nuts, Grana Padano cheese, basil and, of course, Genovese basil. (6.35 oz.) Olives in Extra-Virgin Olive Oil: Mild, sweet Taggiasca olives packed in light and delicate extra-virgin Taggiasca olive oil, all from olives in cultivated on the Anfosso family farm using century- old production methods. (6.5 oz.)Pecorino Romano: Aromatic, salty and pleasantly sharp cheese that's a perfect complement to highly-flavored sauces like Bucatini all'Amatriciana or Spaghetti alla Carbonara. (12 o
Fortnum & Mason Famous Tea Bag Assortment, Set of 60- Suppliers of the royal houses for over 300 years—an achievement honored by numerous Royal Warrants of Appointment—Fortnum & Mason is a destination for fine teas from faraway lands, and is the center of excellence, knowledge and passion for the golden brew that defines a nation. This tea bag assortment includes six of Fortnum & Mason's most popular teas: Royal Blend, Breakfast Blend, Afternoon Blend, Queen Anne Blend, Earl Grey Classic and Smoky Earl Grey, all neatly arranged in a gift box. Includes 60 tea bags, 10 of each variety (see More Info tab for details).
Be sure to check out my Food Gifts For The Gourmand too! And my Chef and Entertainer Gift Guide might give you some ideas as well.
