If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. What to Buy Gift Guides Our Favorite Holiday Host Gifts Are Hugely Discounted Right Now — Deals Start at $16 Because there’s nothing worse than showing up empty-handed. By Lindsay Parrill Lindsay Parrill Lindsay is an experienced food writer who is formally trained in all things Culinary Arts, including fine dining, baking and patisserie, and wine Food & Wine's Editorial Guidelines Published on December 6, 2024 Photo: Food & Wine / Amazon The holiday season brings with it a lot of office parties, cocktail soirees, and neighborhood potlucks. But between all the planning and anticipation, we may forget that gifting the host with a small trinket of appreciation is an important part of good etiquette. Picking the right host gift can be tricky: Candles are cliché, Ina Garten says that wine is a no-no, and does anyone really need another monogrammed tea towel? That’s why we’ve compiled a list of our favorite on-sale host gifts from Amazon. No matter what kind of holiday gathering you’re attending, this list is sure to have a gift your host will love — and at a great price. Best Holiday Host Deals Chezerra Charcuterie Board Gift Set, $27, originally $50 Le Chateau Large Elegant Wine Decanter, $58, originally $65 Libbey Acacia Wood Cake Stand with Lid, $64, originally $70 Vigo Wooden Cookbook Stand, $20, originally $30 ChefSofi Mortar and Pestle Set, $20, originally $33 Le Creuset Stoneware Honey Pot, $39, originally $55 Kioxoho White Ceramic Flower Vase, $16, originally $21 JoyJolt Fluted Coupe Glass Set, $20, originally $35 Yyw Ceramic Bowls Set, $27, originally $40 Elle Decor Vintage Bedside Water Carafe with Tumbler, $25 Chezerra Charcuterie Board Gift Set Amazon $50 $27 at Amazon Between holiday parties, visiting in-laws, and snacking in front of the Christmas tree, the entire month of December is a perfect time to lay out some cured meats and cheeses. That’s why a good charcuterie board is the perfect gift for any holiday host. We love the three bamboo boards included in this set, which can be arranged according to your party size and creative whims. In addition to the boards, this set also includes matching cheese knives and two bowls for serving anything from your favorite olive mix to delicious jams and jellies. Le Chateau Large Elegant Wine Decanter Amazon $65 $58 at Amazon Ina Garten wisely advises against taking wine to any gathering, as there may be pressure put on the host to serve it immediately. A decanter, on the other hand, makes a perfect gift for a wine-loving host. This decanter from Le Chateau has a classic shape and design that allows for maximum aeration. Handblown and crafted from lead-free crystal glass, this beautiful piece is sure to be a show-stopper at your host’s next holiday party. Libbey Acacia Wood Cake Stand with Lid Amazon $70 $64 at Amazon The beautifully designed cake stand from Libbey is the perfect host gift for its versatility and beauty. Perfect for serving everything from cheese and crackers to Grandma’s cranberry Christmas cake, this stand is the perfect host gift. The warm acacia wood stand and gorgeous glass dome look beautiful in any kitchen. Vigo Wooden Cookbook Stand Amazon $30 $20 at Amazon Keeping a cookbook open and clean while you’re trying to cook can be a tricky endeavor, but this wooden stand is here to help. This cookbook stand from Vigo is sustainably made from recycled wood chips, scratch and stain-resistant, extremely durable, and foldable for easy storage. ChefSofi Mortar and Pestle Set Amazon $33 $20 at Amazon Whether you’re crushing seeds or nuts, smashing garlic, or all of the above for a perfect chimichurri, this mortar and pestle set is the ideal way to get it done. With its solid granite design, the set is built for functionality but is visually appealing enough to double as countertop decor. Le Creuset Stoneware Honey Pot Amazon $55 $39 at Amazon Giving your host any piece of Le Creuset is sure to make you the most popular guest at the party, but this charming honey pot will undoubtedly guarantee you a lifelong invitation. Crafted from Le Creuset’s signature stoneware, this little honey pot is a whimsical and charming addition to any kitchen counter. We especially love the silicone tip of the honey dipper, which allows for mess-free drizzling. Kioxoho White Ceramic Flower Vase Amazon $21 $16 at Amazon We adore this gorgeous vase from Kioxoho for its ability to blend seamlessly into any aesthetic, making it the perfect host gift. With its modern minimalist design and ribbed texture, this vase feels luxurious, even at such a modest price point. Sturdy and durable, the piece is made from 100% clay and would look stunning on any tablescape. JoyJolt Fluted Coupe Glass Set Amazon $35 $20 at Amazon The ribbed design of these coupe glasses will add a special touch to any host’s glassware collection. These handmade glasses are mouth-blown and large enough to hold up to 10 ounces of your favorite retro cocktail. Best of all, they come pre-packaged in an attractive gift box. Yyw Ceramic Bowls Set Amazon $40 $27 at Amazon Most people have an everyday set of nesting bowls somewhere in their kitchen cabinets. It isn’t often, though, that we see a set as uniquely beautiful as this one from Yyw. Made from high-quality ceramic and porcelain, these bowls are shaped to resemble a lotus flower when stacked together. The set includes five versatile sizes, ranging from 3.5 inches to nearly 7 inches. Elle Decor Vintage Bedside Water Carafe with Tumbler Amazon $25 at Amazon With its etched floral design, this vintage water carafe and tumbler set is as charming as can be. This piece is one of those luxurious little items that most people wouldn’t necessarily buy for themselves, which is what makes it a great host gift. Both pieces are crafted from durable, lead-free glass, and the cup doubles as a lid for the carafe when not in use. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit More Fresh Finds from Food & Wine Ditch the Black Plastic and Use These Kitchen Utensils Instead My Father-in-Law Is Ditching Toxic Cookware, so I’m Getting Him This Skillet Instead This 10-Piece Nonstick Cookware Set That Shoppers Call 'a Steal' Is Now 53% Off