Host and hostess gifts are a lovely way to show appreciation to those who open their homes to friends and family. Whether it’s a cozy dinner party, a festive cocktail soirée, or an extended weekend stay, thoughtful gifts for hosts and hostesses express gratitude for their generosity. From chic candles to wines to humorous napkins, our curated gift guide offers a variety of options for every style and taste.
Virgin River Blue Spruce + Winter Clove 6oz. Jar Candle Gift Set ($60, Virgin-river.com)
Spread some holiday cheer with this candle duo that includes two wintery scents in 6oz Glass jars: Blue spruce is a blend of evergreen, eucalyptus, cinnamon, fir, moss, cedar, and amber, and Winter Clove combines the scents of nutmeg, cinnamon, clove, orange, and vanilla.
This Limited Edition Holiday Collection is beautifully packaged and ready for gifting, and the glass jars have a metallic finish that creates a festive glow when lit.
No Reservations “No Politics Please” Disposable Cocktail Napkin Set ($25)
No Reservations is known for its entertaining accessories that have a dash of humor. These napkins are a cheeky way to avoid drama at the dinner table!
The high-quality, stylishly designed napkins are also available with other sayings, like Please Leave by 9, Thank Full, You Didn’t Hear it From Me, and Oy Vey. There’s a style for every host!
Even Keel Expedition Bath Fizzy Set ($34, Evenkeeldays.com)
For the host who craves a relaxing soak, this six-piece collection of fizzy bath salts will be just the treat they need.
The set includes six fizzy bath cubes handcrafted in Brooklyn with rich, natural butters, essential oils, and natural clay tints. They smell exquisite, containing essential oils like lemongrass, cedarwood, and peppermint. Your host can also use these delightful cubes as shower steamers or room refreshers. You can add a tasteful handwritten card for $1.50.
Le Drop Market Totes ($24 and up, Ledrop.com)
Instead of a boring paper gift bag, nestle something special in one of these sweet totes!
The sturdy, washable, canvas totes are available in three sizes, 13”, 16”, and 18”, and feature vibrant artwork – fun designs for the holiday are the peach, pear, or banana designs. Le Drop also makes beautiful journals, starting at $22.
Kind of Wild Wines ($75 for a 3-pack, Kindofwildwines.com)
Kind of Wild was co-founded by celebrity chef Katie Lee Biegel, and this 3-bottle gift pack includes very chic, artful paper coasters with food pairings and wine information from Katie Lee.
If you’re invited to a big to-do, like a grand Thanksgiving meal, especially if an overnight stay is involved, one bottle of wine won’t really cut it.
This 3-pack is a beautiful way to say, “Thanks for having me!” Kind of Wild wines are sourced globally and organic, with no additives. Choose from nine different wines, including Syrah-Grenache Rosé, Skin-Fermented Grenache Black (Orange Wine), Montepulciano d’Abruzzo D.O.C., and Brut Nature Sparkling. I tried several, some with friends, and they were a big hit. Kind of Wild donates a portion of its proceeds to environmental foundations.
LOCOCO Magic The Cocoa Kit ($37.50 and up)
Who doesn’t love cocoa? But most cocoas are packed with sugar and have no health benefits to speak of. Lococo, which is dairy-free and gluten-free, is an adaptogenic blend of functional mushrooms, organic cacao powders, coconut milk, and low-glycemic sugars (less than a third of the sugar in traditional cocoas).
The Original Spice flavor was named a “best” hot cocoa by Food & Wine, and I can see why. It really is delicious, and when you drink it, there’s no indication that it’s actually good for you.
The LOCOCO Cocoa Kit, a unique host/hostess gift, is available in three sizes. The kit includes a bag of Original Spice Cocoa, a rechargeable frother, and a wooden measuring scoop.
Everlasting Candles ($80, Everlastingcandleco.com)
Candles are a safe bet for gifting, but if your recipient would appreciate something unusual and special, consider giving these reusable candles that run on Pristine Oil, a clean-burning mineral oil, instead of wax.
Everlasting Candles are available in a wide variety of vessels and colors, and the sets come with the vessel, candlesticks, a bottle of Pristine Oil, and a funnel. Because the candles never melt down, they always look chic and polished. The candles smoke for a few seconds the first time you light them, but after that, they are smoke-free and burn for hours. The candles are handmade in Vancouver, Canada, through their partnership with the Disability Association of Canada, which provides employment opportunities to differently-abled individuals.
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