We know, gifting is tough. Finding that right balance of utility, thoughtfulness and aspiration is a science. We've decided to take some of the guess work out of gifting this year and share some of our favorite products of 2018. From white elephant, to host & hostess gifts to the wellness guru and home cook in your life, you will crush the gifting game. Let us know what you think, and be sure to share some of your finds with #joinedthebrigade.
Gifts For The Home Cook & Foodie
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Hedley & Bennett Smock Apron We love Hedley & Bennett at Brigade. Made from 100% French Linen, this apron is far from your grandmothers. For experienced home chefs, or novices, this makes the perfect gift. With large pockets to hold everything from your phone to kitchen tools and smock design this is sure to wow your in-house executive chef.
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Mr. Pete's Olive Oil Any home cook will tell you the importance of good olive oil. Your dish is only as good as the quality of ingredients you use, and the folks at Mr. Pete's get that. Their oil is made from the olives grown in their family grove in greece. Small batch, no-nonsense great oil. |
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Salt Fat Acid Heat This was our favorite cookbook of 2018, and we weren't alone. A NYT best seller and recent Netflix mini-series adaptation, Samin Nosrat does a beautiful job explaining the why behind each key element to a balanced dish. The home cook in your life will totally geek-out with this book, then make you lots of delicious things, so it's a win-win. |
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Jacobsen Salt Co. Finishing Salt Second only to our love of good oil, home cooks love of good salt is no-joke. And good finishing salt is quite literally the icing on the cake for any home cooked meal. Jacobsen's does an amazing job, all salt made in-house and small batch, offering an incredible flavor and texture that will elevate even simple chocolate chip cookies. |
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Gifts For The Host & Hostess:
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Brigade Kitchen Santoku Knife While we may be partial, the Brigade Santoku is the perfect host & hostess gift. An amazing value for the quality, and it comes in a gift box! If you don't believe us, just check out the reviews! |
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Snowe Home Cheese Board One thing you can count on when attending a party is a cheese board. Why not help elevate that essential part to every party with this classic yet edgy piece from Snowe home. Gift this to the host, and you'll sure to be invited back time and time again. |
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Bushwick Kitchen Bees Knees Spicy Trio We LOVE Bushwick Kitchen, and have a special place in our heart for their spicy honey. The perfect way to kick up boring condiments, and give a super unique and useful gift to your hosts. |
Gifts For The Wellness Guru:
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Do What Feels Good In Hannah Bronfman's new book, Do What Feels Good, she explores everything that encapsulates finding your wellness. While it's a very personal journey, Hannah does a great job at breaking down myths, and makes living a better and healthier life way more approachable, and fun. The perfect gift for any wellness guru, you'll be giving them the gift of self-care. |
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Charcoal Infused Bath Towels With properties that are anti-bacterial, anti-odor and all natural, these charcoal bath towels are the perfect give for anyone striving for all-natural all the time. This is the gift that will keep on giving, shower after shower. |
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Vivtruvi Stone Diffuser Aesthetically pleasing and bound to blend with any decor, this diffuser is perfect for the people who make their homes their oasis. Paired with some lavender and you've given them the gift of a restful night...what could be better? |
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Gifts For The Office White Elephant:
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Peach & Lily Sheet Mask Kit Admit it or not, everyone knows the Holidays are stressful. Between last minute travel to family dynamics and over indulging in food and drink, a refresh is desperately needed by the end of December. We love Peach & Lily's sheet mask kits, and think they're the perfect gift for an office exchange. |
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What Do You Meme? The perfect ice-breaker and party game, What Do You Meme is Apples to Apples - all grown up. Sure to get some laughs and get to know your co-workers. |
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Otherland Gift Set We love Otherland at Brigade Kitchen. Great scents and amazing packaging makes gifting a candle feel a whole lot cooler. Effortlessly elevated, sure to wow everyone in your office. |