You know the table will be set with elevated dish wear and foods to share over the sounds of laughter and the best company. Everyone knows being the best guest means never showing up to the party empty handed, but there’s something growingly mundane about grabbing a bouquet at the nearest market on your way in.

Thank your host or hostess more personally, with these distinct gift ideas for your hostess unique as they are.

Swivel cheese & tapas board

Plan to bring charcuterie to share? This compact cheeseboard has places for crackers, jams and meats with an included cutlery set. Make an irresistible spread to share, and leave the board as a hostess gift.

Enjoying tequila tasting journal

Does your hostess adore a good party? This guided tequila tasting journal includes tips on selecting the best brands and educating your palate along with mastered cocktail recipes. Bonus guest points if you also bring the tequila. 

Olive oil gift curation box

Bring the taste of Italy with the old world delight of “pinzimonio” (dipping raw veggies or breads into olive oil and a scrumptious mix of peppers). This olive oil gift curation box includes a bottle of rich extra virgin olive oil from Puglia, Italy along with a Japanese, lampworked amber dipping glass.

3-in-1 Classics wooden chess, checkers and backgammon game set

Challenge your hostess to some after party gaming with this 3-in-1 classic game set in a beautiful natural wood finish. 

Gourmandise box of 24 macarons from Laudurée Paris

Nothing says best hostess gift of 2022 quite like Paris. This elegant gift box of 24 macarons includes Laudurée’s chef’s choice of assorted flavors including passion fruit, salted caramel, and blackcurrant violet. 

Mid century modern bluetooth vinyl record player

Give the gift of ambiance with this  mid century modern record player, complete with simple nostalgic design and bluetooth connectivity. 

Whimsical motif set of 6 wine charms 

Joanna Buchanan’s wine charms infuse your soirée with an optimistic mood and make a perfect thank you gift for any esteemed hostess. 

Engraved gold cake server

If you haven’t checked out Zara’s home goods, perhaps it’s time you did. This engraved gold cake server is crafted with stainless steel and offers an elegant way to serve desert. The perfect holiday hostess gift. 

Looking for more holiday or hostess gift ideas?

Check out some of my favorite bespoke foodie and home goods resources like Uncommon Goods and DLISH.

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