Sferra Grande Hotel Duvet Cover

If Sferra’s linens feel familiar, it might be because you’ve already experienced them at a luxury hotel—you can find the brand at many high-end properties. Now, you can bring that sophisticated sleeping experience home with the Sferra Grande Hotel Duvet Cover. Crafted from pure long-staple cotton percale, this collection takes inspiration from the bedding found in the world’s most luxurious hotels.

The medium-heavy fabric offers a crisp, cool touch that promotes a restful night’s sleep. Featuring an elegant white base with a colorful satin-stitched embroidery border, it adds a refined touch to your bedroom. With a wide variety of color options, you can easily find the perfect match to complement your decor.

Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set

You might not sleep in a mansion like Oprah, but you can recreate her bedding situation with Cozy Earth’s Bamboo Sheet Sets. Named one of Oprah’s favorite things, these luxurious sheets are made from 100 percent premium bamboo viscose. The soft fabric not only feels good, but also helps regulate temperature.

Cozy Earth’s sheets will get softer with every wash—and they are deliberately oversized so you never have to deal with the annoyance of a too-small fitted sheet popping off the mattress again.

Fishers Finery Pure Mulberry Silk Pillowcase

Wake up looking refreshed with Fishers Finery Pure Mulberry Silk Pillowcase. Made from 100 percent pure silk, these smooth pillowcases will prevent wrinkles and protect your hair from damage (and bedhead). The silk fabric also helps regulate temperature, keeping you cool at night.

Target Performance Sheets

An 800 thread count sheet set at an under $100 price point? You can find it at Target, where their signature sheet set garners rave reviews at an affordable price. Made from 100 percent cotton, these sheets are breathable, durable, and wrinkle-resistant. 

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Gisou Lip Oil

We all have that one person in our life who is constantly applying lip gloss or lipstick to their lips. This hydrating lip oil is the perfect stocking stuffer for anyone who flies often. Made with Mirsalehi honey and bee garden oils, it gives a high gloss without stickiness, and with ultra hydration. It comes in three shimmer-finish colors and three high shine finish colors. 

Drunk Elephant Skincare Set

Spending a lot of time on a dry airplane can do a number on your skin, so treat them with this skincare kit from Drunk Elephant. This vegan and cruelty-free six-piece travel set includes a jelly cleanser, hydration serum, fresh day serum, polypeptide cream, night serum, and an SPF 30 tinte mineral cream. 

Riemot Drink Holder

We all know the feeling of trying to hold our phone (which usually has our boarding pass on it), juggling a coffee, a personal item and our carry-on suitcase around the airport. Make things easier on the frequent flyer in your life by 

Away Carry-On

We’ve all had bag envy when traveling -and the ultimate envy is when a fellow traveler waltzes onto the plane wheeling an ultra-chic carry-on from Away. You will be someone’s favorite person if you gift them this. Available in fourteen different colors, you can pick the one you know they will love. These suitcases are durable, have four 360-degree wheels, interior compression, and an underside grab handle for utmost ease. You can even personalize it to give it that extra special touch. 

Quince Scarf

Is it a scarf? Is it a blanket? No matter what you think it is, this scarf from Quince will be a favorite for frequent flyers in your life. Made from a blend of cashmere and silk, it is insanely soft, lightweight, and has a fine fringe. Perfect for throwing into a carry-on for when the plane gets a little too chilly, or adding a pop of color to any outfit (it’s available in eight colors). 

Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds

Anyone who flies frequently knows the importance of a good pair of noise canceling earbuds, and they will be forever grateful when you gift them Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds. It comes with three sizes of eartips to fit ears of all sizes and a charging case. They have customizable modes along with quiet, immersive and aware to make a listening experience like no other. 

Foldie Tote Bag

Frequent flyers are always looking for the best carry-on or personal sized bag, and they will love the Foldie. Available in fourteen colors, the bags easily fold up into themselves – perfect for storage or throwing into a suitcase to have on hand. It features removable, padded shoulder straps, a trolley sleeve that slips easily over a suitcase handle, and zippered compartments to make organization a breeze. 

All Birds Shoes

A good pair of travel shoes should be on every frequent flyers Christmas list, and All Birds are the best ones out there. We love the wool runners, which are super comfortable and slip easily on and off – perfect for security. They are available for men and women. 

Bombas Socks

I think I get my husband Bombas Socks every single Christmas, and he is never disappointed. From a lightweight no-show, to merino wool blends, these socks are comfortable and breathable. Available for women, men and children, in a variety of colors and styles.

LLBean Toiletry Bag

Help keep the traveler in your life organized with the LLBean toiletry bag. It’s durable, and has a spot for everything. It features a removable mirror and shower caddy, and has liquid-friendly zippered compartments to keep any leaking liquids from getting on the other items. Monogram it for a personal touch, it’s a gift they will have for years (I’ve had mine, a gift from my parents twenty years ago!) 

Nomatic Sling Bag

Every frequent traveler needs a convenient, reliable sling bag for the airport, and the Nomatic Sling Bag is the perfect choice. It has an RFID safe pocket for important cards, tamper resistant zippers, and internal mesh pockets for organization. 

Trtle Travel Pillow

Everyone has the traditional travel pillow, so wow the frequent flyer in your life with the Trtle. This lightweight travel pillow has a “scientifically-proven internal support system ensures better head and neck alignment,” and offers complete head and neck support- in a variety of ways. Use it in front, in back or on the sides. 

Basic Concepts Foot Rest

I love getting people things they wouldn’t typically buy for themselves, and this foot rest falls into that category. It’s one of those things that frequent travelers may not realize they need, but once they have it, they won’t know how they lived without it. It fits over the tray table, and you put your feet on it, making for a more ergonomic position while you fly. And, it’s cheap! 

Tile Luggage Tracker

These luggage trackers will make any traveler breath easier when they check their luggage. If luggage gets lost, and this is in it, you can see where it is on the app on your phone. It’s slim enough to keep in a wallet, purse or other small items as well. 

Priority Pass

Help frequent flyers have a more enjoyable time at the airport by gifting them the Priority Pass- which gives holders access to hundreds of airport lounges around the world. Airport lounges offer complimentary food and drinks, WiFi, sleep pods and more. Plus, members can bring a guest, so if you travel with whoever you give it to, you can benefit too! 

Global Entry

Give loved ones the ultimate travel gift this year by paying for their Global Entry application fee. TSA PreCheck is included with Global entry, so not only will it make getting through security a breeze, it makes getting through customs much easier (and faster). If the $120 price tag is too high, TSA PreCheck costs just $78 and may be a more affordable option – especially if the receiver doesn’t travel internationally often.

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The Best Budget Travel Gifts

The perfect travel gift doesn’t have to be a budget-breaker—these affordable gifts all clock in at $20 or less. 

A Framed Travel Photo

A framed travel photo has a personal touch that beats out even the priciest present. Walgreens and Staples offer low-cost photo printing for as little as $0.29 per print. Add a unique frame from the craft store and you have an instant heartfelt holiday memento. Many frames come in multi-packs, helping you check off several people on your list for under $20 total. 

You can elevate this concept and order your prints on canvas from services like Shutterfly or Frameology. Both sites offer frequent sales (at the time of writing, canvas tile prints from Frameology are on sale for just $19) and Shutterfly in particular offers freebies to those signed up for their mailing list. 

A Silk Sleep Mask

Whether they are regular red-eye passengers or frequenters of five-star stays, any traveler will appreciate help getting some shut-eye on the road. The Quince Silk Sleep Mask is a luxury gift at a budget price, just under the $20 mark. This 100% mulberry silk mask is hypoallergenic, thermoregulating, and comes in twelve soothing colors. 

A Smartphone Mini-Tripod

A mini smartphone tripod is the ideal gift for solo travelers who don’t want to miss out on prime ‘plandid’ shots. This one from Bower is particularly versatile, with six configurations and a maximum height of 36 inches.  

The Best Mid-Range Travel Gifts

These travel gifts, priced between $20 and $80, are more expensive than the previous category but still solidly affordable for many budgets. 

Cotopaxi Packing Cubes

Though the functionality of packing cubes is hotly contested, these Cotopaxi Packing Cubes earn their spot on the list by pulling double duty. Available in a set of three in varying sizes, these packing cubes are made from breathable mesh that will keep your essentials from getting musty while packed away and allow you to see what’s inside each cube. The handle on each cube means they can easily double as individual bags while you’re on-the-go.  

Loop Earplugs

A pair of Loop earplugs are perfect for anyone traveling for a concert or just wanting to protect their ears in noisy and crowded tourist attractions. The Loop Experience 2 model reduces the volume of an environment up to 17 decibels while still maintaining quality of sound, while the Dream Loops are well-suited for sleeping on a noisy plane due to their soft silicone body and  innovative design that lies flush against the ear. 

Ries Travel Toiletry Bottles

If you know a traveler whose at-home vanity is littered with mini tubes of shampoo, a set of Ries Toiletry Bottles will be the answer to their packing prayers. These bottles are TSA-compliant for carry-on luggage and the airless pump design minimizes the chance of spills. Best of all, their sleek design makes them cute enough to leave out on the bathroom counter post-vacation until any leftover product runs out. 

The Best Splurge Travel Gifts

Have a little extra cash to burn on a special traveler this holiday season? These splurge travel gifts run anywhere from $80 to $200.

An Automatic Pet Feeder

If the pet parent on your list is constantly torn between their love of travel and their love of their furry friends, then this automatic pet feeder is the solution to their woes. The PetLibro is WiFi-equipped and can be controlled remotely through its companion app. Two-way audio lets pet owners stay in contact with their cats or dogs even when they’re halfway across the world.

A Cozy and Stylish Travel Outfit

Travel days are the bane of vacationing for the fashion-forward among us, so give the gift of comfort and style with a functional, fashionable travel outfit. The Half-Zip Sweater from Everlane has an on-trend silhouette made from toasty warm wool for the cold plane cabin, while their Easy Pant solves the issue of uncomfortable buttons and zippers with its ruched elastic waistband. Get creative with combining discounts and sales to snag an entire outfit for under $200.

The Beis Weekender Bag

Even seasoned travelers find themselves in the awkward situation of packing a giant suitcase or stuffing everything into a tiny backpack for a weekend away. These awkward-length trips are easily accommodated by the Beis Weekender Bag. A level up from the typical duffel bag, this weekender has a separate compartment for shoes and a sleeve to easily attach it to a rolling suitcase.

The Best Luxury Travel Gifts

These luxury travel gifts have a hefty price tag ($200+), but they will be well worth the money to surprise the die-hard traveler on your list. 

Complete Luggage Set

Frequent travelers will be set for life with a high-quality luggage set from CALPAK. This starter kit includes an expandable carry-on, an expandable checked bag, three packing cubes, two washable pouches, and a luggage tag. For the total travel package, go the extra mile and throw in a toiletry kit.

Luggage preferences can be highly personal. If you’re not confident that you know their packing preferences, opt for a gift card that lets them choose their own set. 

Airline Gift Card

There’s no better travel gift than the gift of travel itself. Guaranteed to be met with shock and delight, gifting an airline gift card will let them book that dream trip they’ve been planning, whether you choose to cover part of the airfare or the entire thing. 

Priority Pass Airport Lounge Access

An early morning flight is much more pleasant when relaxing in a lounge instead of the terminal. Make the deluxe airport experience a reality for someone with a Priority Pass Airport Lounge Membership. The Standard Plus membership costs $279 and includes ten free lounge visits and a $35 fee for each subsequent visit. (Pro-tip: this gift can be bumped down to mid-range by opting for the $79 Standard Membership, however this tier does not include free visits).

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Wonder Boot Leather & Shearling

Stay comfortable, stylish and warm in these shearling-lined booties, perfect for your next cold-weather vacation. Available in three colors, they feature retractable stainless-steel studs that easily flip down to provide traction on slippery surfaces- perfect for winter weather. 

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Brouk & Co Leah 5 Eyewear & Jewelry Case

This foldable jewelry case seamlessly holds reading glasses, sunglasses, and jewelry.  It has a snap for secure closure and a hanging loop for easy access to accessories- making it the perfect addition for any traveler. 

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Cincha The Canvas Go-Tote

We at Smartertravel love a good tote, and we are thrilled to see that Oprah does, too! This Cincha tote will delight every traveler. The canvas is durable and water resistant, it has three external pockets, one internal pocket and two water bottle holders- so travelers have a spot for everything. It makes the perfect personal item for an airplane. 

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Women’s Coco Mittens

These mittens allow wearers to keep their hands warm and use their phones without taking them off (and without the sometimes finicky touch screen fingertips). Available in six colors, they easily fold down and stay down with a magnetic strip. Great for sightseeing on cold days. 

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Le La Lo Mommy & Me Travel Sweatshirts

These matching sweatshirts are super cute for families that love to travel. Moms can don the “Vacay Mode” sweatshirt, while their smaller counterparts match with “travel buddy” sweatshirts or onesies. Made with 100% cotton, they are cozy yet lightweight. 

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Ray-Ban Meta Smart Sunglasses

The future is here, and it is in the form of sunglasses. These smart sunglasses from Ray-Ban have a built-in HD camera for recording and connecting to your phone to give the person you are talking to your point of view—an amazing feature when you are abroad and want to share your experiences with those at home. You can also text with voice commands and connect to your phone to listen to music through your sunglasses. 

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Smart Water Bottle 

This water bottle is a water bottle, speaker, and charger in one, taking things to another level. The speaker/charger detaches, so you can easily clean out your water bottle and reattach it without issue. The speaker has two USB-C ports for easy charging, and Bluetooth technology lets you listen to music and answer calls—all through your water bottle! 

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Bose Ultra Open Earbuds

Hate traditional earbuds? These open earbuds from Bose hook gently around the back of your ear, and don’t go in your ears – a big complaint many people have about ear buds. They are water resistant and have seven hours of play time (four hours with immersive audio). 

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PurseN LITTMINI Lighted Mirror Case

Perfect for shorter trips, this mini-lighted mirror case will hold your essential accessories without taking up much space in your bags. Available in twelve colors, you can keep your earrings, necklaces, and small make-up items in it, and easily re-apply your make up with the handy lighted built-in mirror. 

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Pixie Mood Travel Neck Pillow

No travel product round-up would be complete without a travel pillow, and Oprah agrees. This neck pillow from Pixie Mood comes in five colors, and includes a matching carrying case. It’s compact, lightweight, and is made with memory foam, giving you the utmost comfort. 

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Sneex The Icon

Looks like a pump, and like a sneaker… Maybe I’m aging myself here, but I couldn’t help but remember the catchy tune from an Easy Spirit commercial for high heels: “Looks like a pump, feels like a sneaker.” Except with these, it looks like a pump and a sneaker and feels like a sneaker. I’m not sure how I feel about these (ok, I’m sure, I think they are weird), but for someone who loves heels and also loves the look of sneakers – these are the travel shoes for you. 

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Other items on Oprah’s List For Travelers: 

• Melt Fit Essential Legging
• Melifluos Faux Fur Collar Scarf
• Brochu Walker The Looker Layered V-Neck Sweater
• Rivet Utility Manifester Jumpsuit
• Violet and Brooks Chloe Velvet Earmuffs
• Justin Gregory Kim Gloves

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OXO Venture French Press Coffee Maker

For the dad who still needs a great cup of coffee no matter how far from civilization he is, OXO’s Venture French Press Coffee Maker is the perfect gift. This travel-sized French press is made from a shatter-resistant, BPA-free plastic that’s durable to take camping, and weighs just over 2lbs., so it’s lightweight enough to take backpacking. Typically avoid French presses because your coffee turns out gritty? OXO’s version has the typical plunge filter, plus a secondary one built into the spout.

Scentbird Subscription

Does your dad need a new signature scent? A Scentbird subscription can help him find his next cologne—and give him a travel-friendly way to transport it through airport security. Simply take a quiz to help Scentbird learn your fragrance preferences, and they’ll send you a travel-sized refillable carrying case plus a new scent to try each month. Scentbird carries big name brands like Cartier and Michael Kors, as well as niche fragrance houses to discover. Be surprised with a scent or pick out a list of ones to try. 

ROAM Custom Luggage

It’s time to upgrade that battered old suitcase your dad has been carting around since before you were born. Save him from getting a boring black suitcase (that will inevitably get mixed up with someone else’s on the baggage claim carousel) with a custom suitcase from ROAM. Started by two former Tumi executives, ROAM luggage is made from the best possible materials to make a smooth-gliding, rugged suitcase. Send dad a gift card so he can spend hours on ROAM’s website creating his own custom carry-on or checked bag. 

ROAM’s suitcases can be customized in nearly endless ways, with nine color options available for the front, back, zipper, binding, wheels, carry handle, monograph patch, and lining. 

Customizable YETI Cooler

Whether your dad has a favorite sports team or wants to represent his alma mater, YETI’s personalized coolers will make him smile every time he reaches for a beverage. You can even add a personalized water bottle or travel mug for a complete set.

Cadence Travel Containers

Help your dad stay ultra-organized on the road with Cadence Travel Containers. These perfectly travel-sized, leak-proof, refillable containers can hold medication, sunscreen, shampoo, shaving cream, or any other toiletries. The labels can be customized to fit dad’s routine, and all the containers are magnetic to help them stay together in his toiletry bag. 

Bonus: Unlike most travel containers, the Cadence are dishwasher safe, so they can be easily cleaned after every trip. 

Flaviar Whiskey Club

A Flaviar Club Membership is the perfect gift for the worldly whiskey connoisseur. Each shipment contains one bottle of whiskey and one tasting box. There are three subscription tiers—Thoughtful (2 deliveries), Generous (3 deliveries), or Grand (4 deliveries). Shipping is included in the subscription price, and recipients also get free access to Flaviar Black—a membership club with perks like access to rare products and premium tasting boxes—for one year.

World Travel: An Irreverent Guide

For Anthony Bourdain fans, foodies, or anyone who loves a good story, World Travel: An Irreverent Guide is the perfect book to gift. This last book by Anthony Bourdain features stories from the explorer himself, as well as essays from his friends, family, and colleagues. The book takes readers on a culinary tour around the world, offering travel advice alongside entertainment.

Goldbelly Food Delivery

Whether it’s a childhood food your dad still reminisces about or a local delicacy from a trip he can’t stop talking about, a delivery from Goldbelly can satisfy a craving without leaving home. Goldbelly delivers iconic foods from across the country, carefully packaged to arrive fresh and ready to cook (if necessary). You can get authentic Philadelphia cheesesteaks from Pat’s King of Steaks, Chicago deep dish pizza, New York City bagels from H&H, lobster rolls from Maine, and pretty much any other type of food you’re in the mood for delivered right to your door.  

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Scratch-Off World Map

Etsy Shop: MapsInternationalUSA

This one is a classic, and for good reason. A scratch-off wall map is a great way to keep track of your travels and to motivate you to cross new destinations off your bucket list. This particular version starts in a classic sepia tone and slowly reveals its colors as you scratch off new locations. 

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Minimalist National Parks Print

Etsy Shop: GranitePress

Do you love travel but you’re not sure how to work it in with the rest of your decor? Try these minimalist national parks prints from the GranitePress. See the sandy swoops of Zion or the spiky landscape of Joshua Tree evoked in these mesmerizing geometric designs. With 76 options, you can find a piece that works with any color scheme.

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Leather Cable Organizer 

Etsy Shop: AuthorL

Okay, we know that a handmade leather cable organizer may seem a little extravagant, but the minute you’re struggling to yank your power cord from the bottom of your carry-on, you’ll be wishing you had a neat little case to keep things organized. As an added bonus it makes charging your laptop during a layover feel a little more professional and put together (even if you’re just catching up on the last season of Bridgerton).

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Travel Fund Jug 

Etsy Shop: ALLSALESAREVINYL

Add some functionality to your decor with this World Map Travel Fund jug. Fill it up with loose change and dollar bills to go toward your next trip or store your leftover converted currency  from your last adventure. 

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Personalized Passport Cover and Luggage Tag 

Etsy Shop: SRCshopCo

This passport holder makes a great personalized gift for a fellow traveler or as a treat for yourself. The seller offers a variety of leather finishes to choose from and a number of different designs and fonts to customize both the front and inside pockets.

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Travel Buddy Necklace

Etsy Shop: WanderandLustJewelry

Looking for something for that travel buddy who’s been with you through every delayed flight and hotel mishap? This dazzling airplane necklace is a perfect—and surprisingly affordable— option. It comes in gold and sterling silver with six different options for chain length (although you can expand these options by adding a chain extender for a small additional price). Give it an extra special personalized touch by adding a birthstone drop.

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Cork Board Map 

Etsy Shop: SugarBlushStudio

If you’re someone who’s focused on knocking all fifty states off your to-travel list, this table top cork board map of the United States is the perfect purchase. An elevated version of your classic paper pushpin map, this framed cork board lets you mark down your travels city by city. It comes with color coded pins to categorize trips by “yours, mine, and ours”, making it particularly well-suited for couples or as a wedding gift.

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Portable Cutlery Set

Etsy Shop: EcoParadiseGoods

Up your sustainability game with this portable wheat straw fiber cutlery set from EcoParadiseGoods. Each set consists of a fork, a knife, a spoon, and chopsticks. The sets come in four colors with coordinating carrying cases, making them easy to throw in a carry on or picnic basket. The best thing about this eco-friendly buy is that it’s just as useful in your own kitchen drawer as it is on-the-go.

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Personalized Travel Keychain

Etsy Shop: BakerStDesignsCo

Commemorate that once in a lifetime roadtrip or set your future travel goals in stone (or in this case metal) with this engraved travel keychain. You can choose anywhere between one and fifteen engraved stainless steel washers, all held together on a personalized leather band. 

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Faux Leather Toiletry Kit

Etsy Shop: JJleatherhouse

With a waterproof PU leather exterior and a waterproof nylon lining, this bag can withstand that ever present puddle of water on the hotel bathroom counter. At roughly twelve by seven inches with a variety of organizational straps and pockets, you can fit just about any toiletries you need. Get yours monogrammed in case you leave it behind in the hotel or give it as a thoughtful gift to a fellow traveler in your life. 

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Best Foodie Gifts for the At-Home Cook

The Rise: Black Cooks and the Soul of American Food: A Cookbook

This critically acclaimed cookbook has been at the top of many bestseller charts. The Rise offers a glimpse into the diversity of black culture and history through food. The book is filled with 150 recipes from everyday meals to celebration dishes. A few of the recipes in the book are steak frites with plantain chips and green vinaigrette and grilled short ribs with a piri-piri marinade and saffron tapioca pudding.

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DIY Baking Kit from Crumble Crate

Even the best chefs can use some inspiration from time to time. Set up the home bakers in your life with a subscription to DIY Baking Kit from Crumble Crate. Each box contains recipes, step-by-step visual guides, and any specialty tools needed to make that month’s treat. Each recipe makes 12 to 24 servings, so there will be plenty to share.

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Kitchen Mama Electric Can Opener

Opening cans just got a lot easier with this kitchen gadget. The gift is perfect for the at-home cook, grandparents, or just someone who hates twisting traditional can openers. The best part about this electric can opener is that it cuts along the side of the lid so there are no sharp edges.

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Mintrico Silicone Trivet Mat Pad

For home cooks who love taking dishes from the hot oven to the table, these trivet mat pads are perfect. The beautiful designs make them perfect to leave on the table all the time. These trivets are also freezer and microwave safe, making them a handy addition to the kitchen.

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Family Cookbook Project

Writing down family recipes to pass from generation to generation is a tradition that many people love. One way to make this even easier is with the Family Cookbook Project. This gift allows you to download the software to make your own family cookbook so all of your prized recipes are in one place. After you give this gift you can even collaborate as a family to work on the cookbook together.

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Zen of Slow Cooking Gourmet Spice Blends for Home Cooking

Slow cooker meals are some of the easiest and most delicious home cooked dishes. The Zen of Slow Cooking offers spice blends to throw in with your slow cooker meal bring even more flavor to the final dish. Each packet has a corresponding recipe on the back to show you how to make the best dish with each spice blend.

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Bold Palate Foods Plant-Based Sauces

For the home cook who choses to eat plant-based, or enjoys trying new things these sauces are a great option. Each sauce can be used as a marinade, salad dressing, dip, or sauce. The flavors are quite unique with options ranging from a plant-based ranch dressing alternative and a beet and mesquite flavored sauce.

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Best Foodie Gifts to Relive Vacation

Maine Lobster Roll Kit from Get Maine Lobster

If your family travels to Maine or anywhere in New England for summer vacation you know that a lobster roll is a must-get lunch. With Get Maine Lobster you can now have an authentic Maine lobster roll experience at home and for the holidays. The lobster roll kit includes two pounds of fresh frozen claw and knuckle lobster meat from wild caught lobsters off the coast of Maine, 12 classic New England split top buns, lobster seasoning mix, and prep instructions.

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Ooni Koda Outdoor Pizza Oven

Making authentic Italian pizza that tastes just like the pizza from your trip to Italy just got easier with the Ooni Koda Outdoor Pizza Oven. The pizza oven connects right to a propane tank, heats up in 15 minutes, and bakes perfect pies in 60 seconds.

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UNICOOK Heavy Duty Skewers

These stainless steel and bamboo skewers from UNICOOK will help them recreate incredible kebabs or just help them up their grill game. Each set contains twelve total skewers, six metal and six bamboo, along with a ribbed grill rack to keep food in place and elevated above the heat source.

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Mintrico Reusable Chopsticks

Upgrade sushi night with these chopsticks that are beautifully designed with a decorative top end and very narrow bottom that’s usefully for picking up delicate sushi or scooping up heaps of fried rice. The chopsticks are dishwasher safe and come with five pairs.

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IRVINS Salted Egg Potato Chips Crisps

This salty crispy snack is one of the most popular snacks in Singapore. Each bag of crisps are made with hand-picked salted egg, curry leaves, and red chili pepper, making for a truly unique final product. For the person who can’t get enough traditional culinary experiences from other countries these crisps are a fun gift.

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Bev’s Traditional Biscochitos Cookies

Traveling across the southwest means getting some traditional biscochitos cookies. These anise cookies from New Mexico are the state’s signature cookie. Each cookie is light and buttery with a hint of licorice flavor from the anise, making these a yummy holiday tradition.

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Gifts for the Ultimate Foodie

Maille Mustard Variety Pack

Finding good quality mustard on the grocery store shelves can be a challenge. While some people are completely fine with yellow mustard straight from the squirt bottle, others prefer something a little more refined. This Maille Mustard variety pack features four different mustards: Dijon Original, Old Style, Honey Dijon, and Rich Country. The mustards can be used in a variety of ways, from dressings to dips and spreads.

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Hudson Valley Marshmallow Co. Gourmet Marshmallows, French Toast

Making s’mores just got even more delicious with these French toast flavored marshmallows from Judson Valley Marshmallow Co. The marshmallows are hand-made in small batches then sliced and bagged before being sent out. The French toast flavor is reminiscent of maple syrup, butter, and custardy bread.

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Black Truffle Infused Laconiko Ultra Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Anything with black truffle is super indulgent and adds something special to somewhat boring dishes. The Black Truffle Infused Laconiko Ultra Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil is made with olives that are hand-picked in Southern Greece and has been named one of the world’s best olive oils.

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Mulay’s Best Sellers 8-Pack

Handmade sausage from Colorado is a unique food gift that your friends and family will not soon forget. This Mulay’s best sellers bundle comes with breakfast links, breakfast ground, mild Italian links, mild Italian ground, original Italian links, chorizo, bratwurst, and meatballs. The company is woman-owned and family run, and all of their sausage is made with 100 percent antibiotic-free heritage pork.

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Gifts for the 21+ Foodie

Ullo Wine Purifier

For the wine lover in your life a wine purifier is a gift they will use over and over. The Ullo purifier will work with any red or white wine by removing sulfites but keeling all of the wine’s tannin, flavors, and aromas that make a glass of wine special. The removal of the sulfites alleviates headaches and hangovers caused by sulfites.

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Fundamental Cocktails for the Home Bartender

If one of your family members or friends is the entertaining guru they will enjoy the Fundamental Cocktails for the Home Bartender cocktail deck. The deck contains 52 cocktails printed on beautiful cards that can be set out for people to make different drinks. In fact, this allows the host or hostess of a party to actually enjoy a party instead of being stuck behind the bar cart all night passing out drinks.

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KANARS Old Fashioned Whiskey Glasses

Drink glasses can sometimes be boring, but these old fashioned whiskey glasses from KANARS are etched crystal making them durable and beautiful. Even if you don’t know anyone who drinks whiskey these would be great for other cocktails that require a rocks glass.

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Coravin Model Six Advanced Wine Bottle Opener and Preservation System

The ultimate gift for wine lovers has to be a Coravin Model Six Advanced Wine Bottle Opener and Preservation System. The Coravin brand is known to keep wine safe from oxidation and going bad, which allows it to continue to age in the bottle. With the system you can pour wine without ever removing the cork so you can enjoy a bottle for weeks or even years to follow after the initial pour.

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Gifts for the Outdoorsy Foodie

Carpathen Campfire Roasting Sticks

Going camping or just hanging out by the backyard fire pit likely means roasting marshmallows or cooking hotdogs on a stick. Forget the old wooden skewer or wire hangers and get the Carpathen Campfire Roasting Sticks. Each stick is extendable up to 34 inches making staying away from the flames of a fire safer for everyone while still getting perfectly charred bites.

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PREVAIL Jerky Variety Pack

Hiking in the woods usually means munching on beef jerky to keep your energy up but still have a light backpack. The PREVAIL jerky variety pack comes with four different flavors of beef jerky: original, spicy, umami, and lemongrass. Each piece of jerky is chewy without being tough and has a ton of flavor.

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Weber 51060001 Q1200 Liquid Propane Grill

Taking a small grill to a campsite to make meals is always a necessity. The Weber 51060001 Q1200 Liquid Propane Grill is a great option for the camper in your life since it’s compact but has a lot of power to make perfect burgers, hotdogs, and other tasty meals.

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Gifts for the Grill Master

Carpathen Smoke Tube

This smoking tube is perfect for the grill master who doesn’t have a smoker. The tube uses wood pellets to make smoke that will last for five hours to infuse meats, fish, cheese, and more. Wood pellets do not come with the smoke tube and will need to be ordered separately.

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Nuke Delta02 Authentic Argentinian-Style Outdoor Cooking Charcoal Gaucho Santa Maria Grill

For the ultimate grill master who has everything else this authentic Argentinian-style grill is a perfect gift. The grill is hand-made by artisans in Argentina and features a few different compartments for grilling. Each grill includes the grill, one cover, two swivel casters, one fire poker, one shovel, and one griddle.

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Old Arthur’s Barbecue Sauce

BBQ sauces are a super personal food item and everyone has an opinion on what BBQ sauce should taste like. This pack of three Old Arthur’s Barbecue Sauce is flavorful, with sweet and spicy notes is great on just about anything that you put on the grill, including chicken, ribs, and pork chops.

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MEATER Plus

Getting the perfect temperature on a steak just got easier with the MEATER Plus. The wire-free meat thermometer allows you to monitor your meats through an app on your phone. The app uses an algorithm to estimate how long your dish will take to cook and rest to plan the rest of your meal prep and cooking.

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Gifts for Kids

Unicorn Kids Baking Set

Baking with kids is even more fun when there’s a theme that kids love. Enter the Unicorn Baking Set. This kit includes a unicorn apron, 5 themed cookie cutters, a roller, frosting tips, and a recipe book. If your child isn’t a unicorn fan, the kit also comes in snowman and fox themes.

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Yummy Mismatching Kids Burger & Fries Food Crew Socks

Kids love getting fun socks for Christmas and these mismatching socks are so fun. They come in a variety of pairs, but the burger and fries are great for foodie kids to show off their favorite food combo. The socks have no-slip grips on the bottom so kids can’t go sliding down the hallway in these.

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Bombombs Hot Chocolate Bombs

Hot chocolate bombs have taken over the internet this holiday season and with good reason. The hot chocolate bombs are filled with marshmallows that are exposed when hot milk is poured over each hollow sphere of chocolate. These hot chocolate bombs come in three flavors to make a cozy cup of hot chocolate.

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The Best Stocking Stuffers for Foodies

VEGKY Vegan Shiitake Mushroom Jerky

Beef jerky isn’t the only jerky in town anymore. The VEGKY mushroom jerky comes in a variety of flavors including original and spicy. This is a great alternative to traditional jerky for the plant-based eater in your life, or someone who just loves trying something different.

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Southern Recipe Small Batch Pork Rinds

Pork rinds are a southern staple when it comes to snacking, and there’s nothing better than a quality pork rind to munch on. The Southern Recipe Small Batch Pork Rinds come in unique flavors like spicy dill, Korean kimchi bbq, and Thai curry.

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Unique Pretzels

Owned and operated by the same family for six generations, Unique Pretzels are a fun stocking stuffer that kids and adults will love. The pretzels come in a ton of variations but a few favorites include extra salt splits and original pretzel shells.

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Venchi Suprema Chocolate Spread

For the chocolate lover, this hazelnut chocolate spread is straight from Italy and puts other hazelnut spreads to shame. The spread is made from Piedmont hazelnut paste to make the jar of spread the finest it can be.

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CatSpring Yaupon Black Tea

Yaupon is the only caffeinated plant in North America, making this tea truly an American treasure. CatSpring Yaupon is owned by two sisters in Texas who are working to create a variety of yaupon teas available to people outside of Texas.

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Lasto Foods Peanut Butter

There are people out there who can eat peanut butter by the spoonful. If you have someone in your family who is like that the Lasto Foods Peanut Butter is a fun stocking stuffer. The peanut butter is made from high quality ingredients and makes for a tasty drizzle on breakfast, over sweets, or just by the spoonful.

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Click And Carry

For the family member who only takes one trip to the car to unload groceries the Click and Carry is the ultimate stocking stuffer. The small item can carry up to 80 pounds worth of bags in one trip, so there’s definitely no second trip back out to the car for groceries.

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Copper Cow Coffee Vietnamese Pour Over

Vietnamese coffee is known for being super strong and fairly sweet making it a great afternoon pick-me-up. This pour over set is made from ethically sourced Vietnamese coffee beans, and all packaging is recyclable or biodegradable.

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Java Sok Reusable Iced Coffee Cup Insulator Sleeve

Iced coffee is a must for many people in the morning. The Java Sok reusable sleeves are a fun stocking stuffer that keep iced coffee cold and keep the cups from dripping water condensation everywhere. The sleeves come in a plethora of designs, colors, and sizes.

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Ultenic U10 cordless vacuum

Turns out spending all day at home really makes you notice those dust bunnies. However, nothing makes vacuuming more of a time-suck than having to stop and unplug it and replug it in every time you get far from a wall outlet. The Ultenic U10 Cordless vacuum solves this problem, making vacuuming as fun a task as possible.

This portable vacuum is cordless (you can run it for 40 minutes on one battery charge), and incredibly lightweight, making cleaning a breeze. My favorite feature: the washable dust container, which can be emptied hands-free for minimal mess.  

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OXO Aluminum Dish Rack

After discovering just how much dishes pile up when you’re suddenly eating every single meal at home, I was surprised at how much of a difference a good dish rack can make. OXO’s Aluminum version transformed my countertop with a clean-looking design (that actually stays clean, because you can put the drain board and utensil cup in the dishwasher). The plate racks keep my dishes organized and upright (and actually able to dry), and the adjustable drain board is great for small spaces.

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caraa Masks

Turns out, wearing a mask doesn’t have to be annoying—as long as you have the right one. Getting these masks from caraa have made all the difference in comfort—they’re breathable, don’t get sucked into your mouth when talking, and have a filter pocket for extra protection. 

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Simple Human Trash Can

When you’re working from home all day, you start to notice even the slightest of smells from an ordinary trash can. Upgrading to this Simple Human trash can has eliminated garbage smells in my kitchen/makeshift office. Plus, the divided trash/recycling sections has turned two ugly plastic bins into one sleek container that takes up less space and looks better. 

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GoWISE Air Fryer

Turns out, the air fryer trend is worth the hype. I got this affordable version off of Amazon, and it’s revolutionized my cooking. This air fryer comes in fun colors (the red adds a pop of color to any kitchen), and churns out perfectly crispy french fries, tater tots, pizzas, and more.   

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Grow Light

These grow lights can save plants in even the darkest of apartments. The LED lights mimic natural sunlight, and help plants thrive. This set of lights has a built-in temperature control to prevent your plants from getting singed. 

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