Check out our 2025 Holiday Gift Guide for some of our favourite things to gift this holiday season. With so many options, there is something for everyone.
One of our favourite things to curate every year is the Holiday Gift Guide. Finding thoughtful gifts doesn’t have to mean going far or spending big. Whether you’re shopping for food lovers, homebodies, game-night champs, beauty enthusiasts, or experience seekers, this guide highlights fun, local, and unique ideas that feel special without the stress.
Explore these hand-picked favourites across Eat, Drink, Play, Feel Good, Experiences, and Tech & Tools — perfect for everyone on your list.
Eat
Seven Spice
A flavourful blend that instantly elevates meats, veggies, and rice dishes—an easy win for the home cook who loves bold seasoning. I love using it on wontons or cooking my eggs in the chili oil. So delicious!
OG Ghee
Rich, creamy, and aromatic, this small-batch ghee adds depth to every dish. A perfect gift for anyone who loves wholesome, elevated cooking staples. The OG Ghee Gift Box is a great little sampler so that people can experience the Original, Herb & Garlic and Chai Spice and adds flavour to any meal.
Master Chocolat Dubai Bar
The Dubai Chocolate Bar from Master Chocolat definitely deserves a try and is perfect for anyone’s stocking. Crafted by world-renowned chocolatier Bernard Callebaut, this bar is filled with pistachio cream and kataifi and is so indulgent.
PEI Popcorn Mix
Our gift guide wouldn’t be complete without popcorn. We go through a lot in this house. The PEI Popcorn Mix includes caramel corn and potato chip pieces. A sweet–salty, totally addictive popcorn mix from Prince Edward Island. Great for movie lovers or snack aficionados.
Crema Novi
Chocolate and hazelnut are a match made in heaven and I truly can’t get enough. The Crema Novi is an ultra-smooth Italian hazelnut spread made with high-quality Piedmont hazelnuts. A heavenly upgrade to toast, baking, or straight-off-the-spoon snacking.
GoodBake
I’m a snacker and I love grazing and not committing to something big. The little bite sized brownies from GoodBake are perfect when you want a sweet treat.
Drunken Pho Vietnamese Chili Oil
The Drunken Pho Vietnamese Chili Oil is a fragrant, spicy, umami-packed chili oil inspired by Vietnamese flavours. Drizzle on noodles, eggs, dumplings, or anything needing a fiery punch.
Drink
Monin Spiced Brown Sugar Syrup
Who needs to go to the coffee shop when you can make warm, cozy drinks at home. The Monin Spiced Brown Sugar Syrup is perfect for winter lattes, cocktails, or mocktails—this syrup adds a sweet kick of spice to any drink.
Monin Yuzu Pineapple Syrup
I am a sucker for Yuzu and Monin’s Yuzu Pineapple Syrup is bright and tropical with citrusy tang. This is a new flavour and a portion of the yuzu fruit in this syrup is harvested from Monin’s owned orchard! A fun mixer for spritzes, sodas, or creative cocktails.
Monin Yuzu Purée
Yuzu is Monin’s 2025 Flavour of the Year. It is vibrant and zesty with the punch of real yuzu—an amazing ingredient for bartenders or anyone who loves experimenting with flavour or perfect in something as simple as a lemonade. I think it’s so good to cook with too and pairs so well with seafood.
Barbet
I think it’s important to feature fun non-alcoholic drinks so that everyone is included in the fun over the holidays. Barbet is a chic, flavour-forward sparkling beverage crafted with botanicals. Ideal for the non-alcoholic drink lover who still wants something special in their glass.
Lonely Driver Coffee
Lonely Driver Coffee is a Calgary born brand rooted in passion, craftsmanship, and the rich coffee heritage of Vietnam. What began as a love for cars, culture, and community has grown into a small batch coffee company built on quality and connection. Their beans are sourced directly from farming communities across Vietnam who practice regenerative, sustainable agriculture. Every batch of 100% specialty grade Robusta is certified organic and fair trade, delivering bold character and consistent quality.
For an authentic brew, we love the Vietnamese phin filter, a simple, slow drip method that creates a rich, fragrant cup perfect for quiet mornings, shared moments, and cozy winter days.
Play
Duplik
A hilarious drawing game where accuracy doesn’t matter—just follow the quirky instructions and laugh at the results.
Brick Like This
A building-brick kit made for kids and adults who love design, creativity, and nostalgia. Fun, mindful, and display-worthy, Brick Like This is perfect for lego lovers.
Just One
A cooperative party game where everyone gives one-word clues—but they can’t match! Easy to learn and always a hit, Just One is a great holiday game.
Exploding Kittens
The wildly popular, fast-paced card game that brings chaos, strategy, and guaranteed laughter to any gathering. Card game or board game – which Exploding Kittens is better?
Feel Good
Milk Jar Doug Candle
Milk Jar is a favourite around here and you can find so many of their scents all over my house. Doug is perfect for the holidays with a sweet pine scent. It’s warm, cozy, and nostalgic—this candle smells like a winter hug.
Milk Jar Doug Diffuser
While they are mostly known for the candles, Milk Jar also has diffusers! Scented with high quality, phthalate free fragrance oils, it’s a long-lasting, low-maintenance way to bring that same comforting scent to any room. The Doug diffuser is sure to warm up any space over the holidays.
Sahajan Skincare
I’m a little bit late to the skincare game but what a difference it makes. I am in love with the Sahajan line and it’s made a world of difference. Sahajan is ayurvedic skincare powered by ancient ingredients and modern science. Luxurious, effective, and perfect for gifting someone a moment of self-care. My two favourite items are the Nourish Creme Riche which is so luxurious. The Radiance Skin Serum is a vitamin-C rich serum for smooth glowing skin.
Experiences
Alberta Food Tours
One of the most delicious ways to explore a place is by going on a food tour. Alberta Food Tours creates a culinary adventure that highlights the best local makers, hidden gems, and delicious stories in various neighbourhoods in Alberta. It’s the perfect gift for food lovers who prefer experiences over things—thoughtful, local, and unforgettable.
8 Cakes – Paint-A-Cake Experience
If the season is creating stress, this is the best way to destress while spending time with a friend or loved one. 8 Cakes is offering a Pain-A-Cake Experience until the end of December where guests paint their own edible masterpiece on a delicious cake canvas. The price includes a drink, an iced cake, icing, sprinkles and as much time as you need to decorate. Fun, interactive, and perfect for all ages, this experience blends artistry with dessert — ideal for anyone who loves trying something new (and sweet!).
Tech & Tools
Thermoworks Thermapen
When hubby started perfecting the smoker and the grill, we realized the importance of a good meat thermometer. The Thermoworks Thermapen is something we cannot live without. It’s the gold standard of kitchen thermometers: lightning-fast, precise, and built to last. A must-have for grillers, bakers, and anyone serious about perfect cooking.
Cook
Cookbooks
While it’s easy to just get on to any app and find a recipe that you want to make, there is still something special about picking up a cookbook and going through the pages. I like to peruse them, bookmark the pages that I want to make and just get a little space away from the screen.
Check out these cookbooks published by Robert Rose:
Zero Proof Drinks & More: 100 Recipes for Mocktails and Low-Alcohol Cocktails
Solo: Embrace the Pleasure of Cooking For Yourself
How To Add Flavour: An Introduction To Spices and Herbs
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