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21 unique hostess gifts that aren’t flowers or wine

Gifts perfect for delighting any host.

Entertaining is an art, and the right gift can make all the difference. This curated selection of hostess gifts combines thoughtful design, gourmet flavours and subtle touches that delight any host.

For the trend taster

Perfect for hosts who love discovering bold, unexpected flavours and staying ahead of culinary trends. From Pamela Anderson’s artisanal pickles to hot chili-infused honey, these gifts are guaranteed to delight any adventurous palate.

holiday Special 16-piece Nanaimo Bar box. Featuring Classic, Eggnog, Spiced Apple, and Candy Cane flavours, it’s a delicious hostess gift

Holiday Nanaimo Bars

Northern Bars

Send a sweet holiday surprise with Northern Bar’s first holiday special 16-piece box. Featuring Classic, Eggnog, Spiced Apple and Candy Cane flavours, it’s a delicious and thoughtful way to celebrate the festive season.

Shop Now $55.00 16 pieces
A hexagon-shaped jar filled with Chili Infused honey from Hiveology.

Hot Chili Infused Honey

Hiveology

Hiveology specializes in all things raw honey, harvested using minimal intervention. This hot-honey infusion is an inviting amber mixture made with five different types of locally grown chili peppers, making it ideal for barbecued meats or chicken wings. 

Shop Now $22.00
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Holiday Snack Platter

Nutterie

Nutterie’s cheerful combination of Red Sugar Peanuts, Yogurt Pretzels, Praline Love Mix and Matcha Almonds is the perfect festive treat to share.

Shop Now $27.99
Hors D'Oeuvres Cocktail Napkins

Sardine Cocktail Napkin Set

Piecework

An olive, an oyster, a sardine tin and a wedge of cheese bring a playful touch to this set of four embroidered linen cocktail napkins. A fun hostess gift for the friend who always serves cocktails with a fabulous spread of snacks.

Shop Now $64.00
Seve De Mars Bourbon Maple Syrup is a great gift

Bourbon Maple Syrup

Sève de Mars

Quebec’s Sève de Mars repurposes used bourbon oak barrels to age its maple syrup. It’s only fitting, then, that the brand makes a bourbon-flavoured version of the Canadian delicacy. The syrup imparts notes of vanilla, coffee and hazelnut – perfect for cocktails.

Shop Now $56 set of two
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Prinsesstårta Candle

Flamingo Estate

Inspired by the famous Swedish princess cake, this indulgent candle blends sweet almond, creamy marzipan, warm spices and soft amber. A deliciously unexpected hostess gift for the friend who loves beautiful desserts and a beautifully scented home.

Shop Now $87
A box of Baker's Choice Carolina's Artisan Brownies are a perfect hostess gift

Baker’s Choice Box of Brownies

Carolina's Artisan Brownies

Carolina’s nine-piece Baker’s Choice box of brownies features a rotating mix of signature and seasonal brownies — think chocolate fudge, salted caramel and dulce de leche. Made locally in small batches with all-natural ingredients and sustainable Callebaut dark chocolate, it’s a foolproof gift for any sweet tooth.

Shop Now $34 for box of nine

For the stylish host

Ideal for hosts with a keen eye for design, these gifts combine beauty and practicality. From chic home accents to eco-friendly essentials, each item enhances their space while showing your thoughtful taste.

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White Ribbed Christmas Tree Soy Candle

Market Candle Co.

With its sculptural tree shape and elegant ribbed detailing, this hand-poured soy wax candle doubles as festive décor. Available in Frasier Fir or Evergreen & Apples, it comes in a reusable ceramic holder, making it a thoughtful hostess gift that lasts beyond the holidays.

Shop Now $40
Snowy Mountains Colour Changing Nordic Mug - Davids Tea

Snowy Mountains Colour Changing Nordic Mug

David's Tea

A little winter magic in a mug! Pour in hot tea and watch the trees transform into a snow-covered forest. Complete with a stainless steel infuser and a lid that doubles as a saucer, this 16-ounce ceramic mug is a charming gift for the tea lover on your list.

Shop Now $32
Sannihaus 3-d printed vase with flowers

BAUHAUS Flower Vase

Sonnihaus

This Canadian-made vase seamlessly blends functionality and artistry. This beautifully-crafted piece is made out of sustainable material using 3D printing and is perfect for displaying flowers or fresh herbs.

Shop Now $25.99
Canvas Square napkins with green scalloped edges

Holiday Homecoming Cloth Napkins

CANVAS

Elevate your holiday table with the CANVAS Holiday Homecoming Collection Square Cloth Napkins. Crafted from recycled cotton and finished with a refined scalloped edge, these elegant napkins bring effortless sophistication and sustainable style to any festive setting.

Shop Now $16.99 4-pk
Wild Flickr Candle Company Toasted Coconut

Toasted Coconut Wood Wick Candle

Wild Flicker

Hand-poured in small batches, these wood wick candles are made from all natural soy and coconut wax and the paraben-free fragrance is coconut with a hint of vanilla.

Shop Now $28.00
Tea towel is a hanging rainbow print of real botanicals

Pressed Flower Tea Towel

Studio Fresh Press

These 100% premium cotton tea towels feature original pressed botanical art, grown in the maker’s Ontario city garden and hand-pressed in her home studio. With vibrant colours, they’re a beautiful and thoughtful gift for anyone looking to elevate their kitchen linens.

Shop Now $28.00
Stainless steel ice bucket is a great gift

Stainless Steel Ice Bucket

H&M Home

This sleek stainless steel ice bucket brings designer style to any gathering at a fraction of the cost. Its soft, rounded silhouette comes complete with a matching lid and elegant ice tongs for effortless entertaining.

Shop Now $59.99

For the home chef

These gifts are perfect for hosts who love spending time in the kitchen and delight in crafting delicious meals from scratch. From clever kitchen tools to artisanal pantry staples, each item is designed to inspire creativity and make cooking—and entertaining – a true pleasure.

Newfoundland Salt Company Gift Box are finishing salts that make a great gift

Finishing Sea Salts from Newfoundland

Newfoundland Salt Company

Handcrafted in small batches from the pristine waters of Trinity Bay, these finishing sea salts add a crisp, delicate crunch that transforms any dish. From smoked juniper to green alder to coffee salt for chocolate lovers and matsutake for pastas and soups, each blend elevates flavours with a uniquely East Coast touch.

Shop Now $40.00

Kanel Salt + Sabre Paris Demi-tasse Spoon

Kanel and Sabre Paris

A fabulous and unique hostess gift — beautifully packaged, practical, and elevated. Kanel’s premium spice blends paired with a chic Sabre Paris demi-tasse spoon and a petite enamel bowl make this a little trio any home cook would love.

Shop Now $25.00 and up
a small rosemary plant is an excellent hostess gift

Rosemary Plant

JOMO

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), with its fragrant, needle-like leaves and delicious culinary flavour, makes a thoughtful and practical hostess gift. Perfect for a sunny windowsill, it brings both beauty and year-round freshness to any home kitchen.

Shop Now $15.00
Red crab spoon rest

Red The Crab Spoon Rest

OTOTO

This non-slip silicone utensil rest and spoon holder takes off the hassle while you do the hustle. Red’s sturdy claws are heat-resistant and built to hold spoon, tongs, ladles and other kitchen utensils.

Shop Now $23.00
oil and vinegar bottle is a great hostess gift

Vintage-Style Oil & Vinegar Bottle

TableCraft

There’s something about decanting olive oil or vinegar into a glass bottle that just feels sophisticated. This option includes a tight-fit stainless-steel spout for clean, steady pouring and a wide base to ensure it never topples over. Gift with a bottle of quality olive oil like Mandy’s Olive Oil.

Shop Now $13.50
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Swedish-inspired oven mitts

FIKA

FIKA is mostly known for their Swedish-inspired cookware, and their oven mitts are similarly versatile and stylish. The pair includes a full-size oven mitt, and a smaller one to use for lifting hot lids.

Shop Now $24.99

Ice Cream Spade

Zeroll

Zeroll is a legendary brand in the world of ice cream, thanks to their technological innovation with heat-conductive liquid. The spade is perfect for large-scale scooping, such as for doling out big servings or transferring homemade ice cream from the maker to a storage container.

Shop Now $20.97

For the entertainer

For hosts who love throwing unforgettable parties, these gifts bring style, function, and fun to every gathering. From whimsical cocktail accessories to sleek serving tools, each item helps your host impress guests with flair and personality.

A box of items that are all about little luxuries

My Moment Gift Box

Baskits

Send a little luxury before the party with this curated collection for rest, relaxation and indulgence. It includes Mary Macleod’s Chocolate Crunch Cookies, Wendell Estate raw prairie honey with a wooden dipper and Mimi and Liloo’s Cheeky Chai Tea — all beautifully presented in a reusable wooden box.

Shop Now $40
Guests on Earth Eco Dish Soap Starter is a great hostess gift

Eco Dish Soap Starter Set

Guests on Earth

This plant-based dish soap gift set features a chouice of our signature Citrus Oasis or new Woodlands essential oil blends. The refillable set includes a bulk pouch (enough for five 500 mL bottles), a reusable vessel, and a monogrammed sisal-fiber dish brush — all biodegradable, cruelty-free, and free from harsh chemicals

Shop Now $70
Light green plastic table caddy with wooden handle.

Tierra All Together Table Caddy

Guzzini

This light green carrying caddy is made completely with post-consumer recycled plastic and wood. It’s perfect for toting things like condiments and cutlery from the kitchen to the dining room, packing things for picnics or just keeping countertops tidy.

Shop Now $57
Aplat Denim Casserole tote

Aplat Food Carrier Tote

Aplat

Aplat’s 100% certified-organic denim food carrier tote is produced using low-impact fabrication methods. It’s been brilliantly designed to carry a pie dish upright – and look great while doing it.

Shop Now $103

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