'Tis the season for holiday parties!
Whether you’re the hostess with the most-ess or a partygoer looking for the perfect thank you gift, we’ve got you covered with some essentials to ensure good tidings and cheer wherever you are this holiday season.
Going Goo Goo
No holiday gathering is complete without a sweet treat, so delight your guests with a Nashville staple and America’s first combination candy bar, Goo Goo Cluster. Share the spirit of the season with Goo Goo’s Holiday Premiums, available in the White Christmas Premium (filled with dark chocolate peppermint ganache, crushed chocolate sandwich cookies, and vanilla nougat, all covered in a white chocolate candy shell and sitting on a crushed peppermint base), and the Night Before Christmas Premium made with all the same goodness but covered in a rich, dark chocolate shell. $12 (Goo Goo Chocolate Co., 116 3rd Ave. S., 615-490-6685; googoo.com)
Walking in a Whiskey Wonderland
While you’re hard at work cooking up the evening’s main course, give your guests something fun to snack on with Whiskey Glazed Party Mix from Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery. A perfect bar cart snack or hosting gift, whip up a standard party mix of your choosing and take it to the next level by coating it in a glaze made with Nelson’s Green Brier Tennessee Whiskey. The full recipe and directions for preparation can be found on Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery’s website. $34 (Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery, 1414 Clinton St., 615-913-8800; greenbrierdistillery.com)
Light Up the Night
Everyone loves a good candle, and this Old Fashioned Candle from Ranger Station is a charming way to cozy up your home. All Ranger Station candles are hand-poured into a reusable cocktail glass and come with a cocktail recipe pairing and box of matches, but this Old Fashioned Candle is particularly fitting for an evening of hosting and bartending. $39 (Ranger Station, 2905 12th Ave. S. #106; rangerstation.co)
Hoop There It Is
Show your holiday host how much you appreciate them with these Wrapped Laura Hoops from Judith Bright. Featuring a chic twist wrap, these stunning earrings are the ultimate hostess gift to bring a touch of elegance and uniqueness to match any festive occasion. $128 (Judith Bright, 2307 12th Ave. S., 615-269-5600; judithbright.com)
In Full Bloom
Brighten your home for the holidays with Amelia’s Flower Box from the beloved and locally owned, Amelia’s Flowers. Each unique bouquet is filled with vibrant, fresh, seasonal blooms. Whether you’re traveling for the holidays and looking to surprise your host with a gorgeous gift shipped to their doorstep or just wanting to eliminate some hosting stress by having fresh flowers sent right to your home, Amelia’s ships nationwide to ensure floral festivity wherever you are. $65 (Amelia’s Flowers, Multiple locations; ameliasflowertruck.com)
Spruce Up Your Space
Add some holiday charm to your home with this Pine Cone Medium Wood Tray by Michael Aram, available at Corzine & Co. Adorned with antique gold and darkened bronze patinas, this tray brings the warmth and whimsy of the holidays into any space. $290 (Corzine & Co., 4005 Hillsboro Pike #103, 615-385-0140; corzineco.com)