Saffron and Honey

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The s&h gift guides are always a labor of love – I never recommend anything that I have not seen or tried myself or anything that I would not be happy to give or receive as a gift.

This year you have the following to choose from: the now traditional French(ie) Gift Guide for the aspiring Francophiles in your life; the Foodie Gift Guide that also doubles as a great source for Secret Santa gifts; The Traveller Gift Guide for family and friends that you may not see enough; and the Host(ess) Gift Guide to mail or to bring with you for a holiday stay.

As always, I encourage you to click around and get some fun ideas that will make holiday gifting both easy and interesting this year.

1. This Paris bag charm is perfectly charming (there are ones for other cities as well) ($65)
2. The French classics, the wine kind, are a reliable gift set for the “cork dork” in your life ($120)
3. Perfect for a dad gift, these steak knives from Dubost Laguiole are incredibly high quality ($139.95)
4. This holiday tea set from Palais des Thes would double as a lovely host present as well ($54)
5. How cute is this Frenchie dog stocking? I already know which dog-lover in my life this is for! ($35)
6. Your mom would likely love this heirloom quality Petit Plume classic tablecloth ($98)
7. I scoured through a lot of things on Chairish, but kept coming back to this vintage French porcelain box ($125)
8. It is a beloved gift every season and for good reason – this Diptyque mini candle set has all your favorites ($60)
9. Last but not least, every aspiring cool French girl needs some Filles en Rouge in her life – the palette! ($55)

1. For me travel is about convenience & comfort – this Merit set is a great way to bring your favorites with you ($118)
2. Great coffee to-go when you travel? That’s why Copper Cow coffee and creamer is so genius + seasonal flavors ($18)
3. I went to Joanna Vargas for a facial for the first time in NY and wow! Bring that feeling home with masks ($75)
4. Something fun to pass the time or for a family trip? This Hay backgammon set offers both ($45)
5. This silk Lunya travel pillow is on rare sale and definitely a little travel luxury ($89.60)
6. On a girls trip this summer, we all tried this weekender bag and decided we needed one. You do too, in kalamata ($95)
7. Who doesn’t love a travel set? All the essentials and for an unbeatable price – thanks, Target! ($20)
8. Sleeping on the road can be a challenge – this NodPod weighted eye blanket (yes!) really helps ($34)
9. Yes, another kit – this one offers both energizing and relaxing possibilities with an essential oil duo ($49)

1. Chocolate, Spice and Everything Nice in this set from Elements Truffles ($110 + 15% off KSUSHAS)
2. File this one under unnecessary luxury but I, for one, am obsessed with Nik Bentel’s pasta bags ($250)
3. Continuing the pasta lover trend, this is such a fun tea towel to add to any kitchen collection ($14.95)
4. I love a minimal kitchen tool or appliance – so much more timeless, like this Barebones kettle ($50, from J Crew)
5. A gift no one will ever say no to – a set of gourmet salts, you get six different one in this sampler ($29.95)
6. Spicy or salty honeys are a surprisingly versatile addition! Try it in dressings and pizza. ($49.99 + 10% off KSUSHAS)
7. A Christmas.Cookie.Box. Need I say more? In a beautiful storybook presentation and perfect for mailing ($49.99)
8. A wine rack or a work of art? A sophisticated gift for the one who has everything ($150)
9. Do you want to make your own tortillas at home? Does your best friend? This colorful tortilleria set is for you ($49.95)

1. I love the thoughtfulness of gifts for your host. These Hawaiian mists offer a sweet thank you ($30 +12% off KSUSHAS)
2. Another thing no one ever says no to is a big bottle of heritage olive oil from Flamingo Estate – am I right? ($48)
3. If you’re staying with friends or family for the weekend, these Missoni guest towels are a beautiful gesture ($130)
4. If your host is more of a minimalist, this wooden catch-all tray from Jenni Kayne is a crowd-pleaser ($175)
5. Flowers are always the perfect gift to send and these amaryllis (amaryllis-es?) just scream HOLIDAY! ($69.99)
6. After dinner mints, but elevated. When you don’t know what to bring, bring these gorgeous mint thins ($32)
7. In the same category, if your host is a coffee drinker, these Le Creuset cappuccino cups are timeless ($45)
8. This is a fun one I hadn’t seen before – cocktail bombs! Just drop into a carbonated beverage, alcohol optional (39.50)
9. Impress even the toughest gift critics with this truffle butter, salt and sauce set ($75 at Nordstrom)

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