‘Tis the season for holiday parties and family gatherings, when we’re faced with the question of what to bring our generous hosts. Let’s agree to plan in advance this 2026 season and keep a well-stocked supply of host gifts at the ready. To help you tick that box, we’ve put together a few of our favorites.
WE RECOMMEND…
NV Loviu Lambrusco Secco
NV Loviu Lambrusco Secco from Eno Fine Wines is lively, juicy, and full of Emilia-Romagna charm. Fine bubbles lift vibrant flavors of blackberry, black cherry, and wild raspberry, accented by hints of violet and a touch of earthy spice. Dry, refreshing, and lightly tannic, it delivers remarkable freshness with every sip. Polished with a playful Italian personality, it’s a sparkling red that shines alongside pizza, charcuterie, grilled sausages, and hearty pasta dishes.
Gnome Grown Pinch Bowl
A pinch of sweetness and a sprinkle of spice are always at hand with these assorted Gnome Grown-shaped bowls from Queen of Hearts. Enter the enchanting world of Gnome Grown! Delight in the hidden magic of the garden, where red-capped gnomes, industrious snails, and a canopy of bright blooms bring a nostalgic, storybook charm to every bowl.
McCrea's Single Malt Scotch Caramels Tube
Peaty and rich, spiked with smoky Ardmore Scotch. Intoxicating flavor, no hangover.
Jean-Michel Basquiat. 45th Ed. (45th Edition)
Get up close to the bold brushwork and scribbled words of Jean-Michel Basquiat, one of the most successful artists of his time. This XXL-sized monograph from Symposium Books gathers Basquiat’s major works in pristine reproduction. Texts by editor Hans Werner Holzwarth and curator and art historian Eleanor Nairne introduce us to a legend synonymous with 1980s New York.
Gold Stag Spreader
Homestyle’s Stag spreaders are a fun addition to any holiday host’s table. They really spread the joy of the holidays.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Macaron Crunch Bar Gift Boxes
Impress your hosts with these macaron crumbles in a peanut butter & chocolate confection from Ellie’s.
Gardener's Choice Arrangement
Show up to the party with the most lush arrangement of beautiful garden flowers in rich seasonal colors, hand-selected by the florists at Jephry Floral Studio. Always a hit.
First Snowfall 10 oz Soy Candle - Limited Edition Richard Scarry X Kalastyle Soap Co.
From Queen of Hearts, this clean-burning, hand-poured candle made with 100% soy wax gives off a beautiful glow. Thoughtfully designed with Richard Scarry artwork, it captures a sense of elevated nostalgia. A statement piece for the season, perfect for gifting or creating a cozy, design-forward atmosphere.
The First Snowfall in the Pines Collection features notes of soft cashmere woods, dusted ginger snap, satin santal, and warm cardamom — capturing the stillness of the first snowfall of the season.
Madame Fromage's Adventures In Cheese
A transporting guide from Homestyle detailing all things cheese, from how and where it's made to how to truly taste it.
Meet Madame Fromage, aka Tenaya Darlington. A charming, witty, deeply knowledgeable, and, above all, passionate caseophile—a fancy way of saying cheese lover—she’s here to teach us pretty much everything we need to know about choosing cheese, tasting it, pairing it, and sharing it.
Biggs & Featherbelle Polar Bar
This amazing vegan handmade soap from Craftland is the perfect gift for someone you love. It is made by sisters, Kelly and Kasey, in small batches and hand-poured in Jessup, Maryland. Containing no synthetic fragrances, additives, or preservatives, it leaves your skin feeling soft and smooth and smells fantastic.
Love this guide to buying host gifts in Providence? Want to shop small and shop local from these stores, along with a rotating lineup of pop-up marketplace vendors this holiday season? Check out the upcoming PVD Downcity Holiday Market from Dec. 4-7, 2025 in downtown Providence. Want to stay in the loop for future events, gift guides, new business openings, and more in downtown Providence? We’ve got you! Subscribe to our newsletter and follow @indowncitypvd on Instagram.