Holiday Hosting Guide 2023

We’ve asked some of our favorite local retailers to share their picks for the gifts and gadgets the home cooks and the house guests need all season long.

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’Tis the season to host for the holidays. And whether your house is the destination du jour or you’re planning a guest appearance at someone else’s holiday happenings, it’s always best to be prepared. We’ve asked some of our favorite local retailers to share their picks for the gifts and gadgets the home cooks and the house guests need all season long.

Epergne

A Belle Meade boutique, Epergne is an elegant spot for home accessories, tabletop décor, and gifts. (6592 TN-100, Ste. 100; shopepergne.com)

REINDEER GAMES

A little friendly competition is the perfect way to keep things interesting during the holidays. And these Printworks class board games in wood and acrylic offer up an aesthetic option that will keep your coffee table looking chic as the competition gets fierce. Dominos, $30; Tic-Tac-Toe, $55

TABLE MATES

Let your tablescape answer the call of the wild Juliska’s Clever Creatures Fox Salt & Pepper Set. $98

HEAD OF THE GLASS

Wow your guests with your signature cocktails—or at least your glassware. These smokey green hand-blown Sofia glasses from Blue Pheasant are a toast-worthy option. Highball, $30; tumbler, $26; juice glass, $20

SPICE UP YOUR LIFE

Dish out the perfect flavors or offer up a chef’s best friend with these gourmet salt and pepper grinders from Nicolas Vahé. $29 each

DEERLY DECORATED

Make a statement this holiday season (or all year long) with these stunning hand-woven pieces from Devon Willow. Stag with nestled glass vase, $295; pheasant with nestled glass vase, $175

Spread Market

This Germantown gem offers up fabulous wine and beer, unique pantry items, daily sandwiches, and more. (1330 5th Ave. N; spreadthings.com)

TIN THE SEASON

Tinned fish is one of the hottest trends in food right now. This Jose Gourmet Spiced Calamari in Ragout Sauce is not only a delicious (and easy) option to serve your guests, it would also make a fabulous gift for any host. $13

MEAT CUTE

What’s a party without a charcuterie board? And what’s a board without Mercado Famous Salchichón Ibérico Pork? With notes of nutmeg and black and white pepper it’s the perfect pork for your holiday spread. $15

BOOKED AND BUSY

For the oenophile host, La Buvette: Recipes and Wine Notes from Paris is a beautiful and thoughtful gift. Written by Camille Fourmont, owner of Parisian wine shop and café La Buvette, it’s a guide to wine, food, and Parisian entertaining. $24.99

THEY’LL LOVE THIS OLIVE

Whether you’re cooking for family and friends or gifting the chef in your crew, Fat Gold Olive Oil is a delicious offering, sourcing some of California’s best and most interesting olives. $36

ON A ROLL

Nothing says holiday mornings like ooey, gooey cinnamon rolls. Serve your guests or take a moment for some self-care and indulge yourself in these fresh or frozen options. $6 for one, or $10 for a frozen pack of two.

Bliss Home

From furnishings to home décor, Bliss has your whole house covered with chic and unique pieces. (2711 8th Ave. S; blisshomefurniture.com)

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

These stunning Cluster Serving Bowls are the perfect way to serve all of your favorite nibbles and noshes to your guests—mix and match nuts, olives, candies, and more. $139.99

WINE NOT?

Keep your wine chilled and ready to serve with this fun and functional aluminum two-bottle wine holder. It’s a game-changer for your hosting duties. $149.99

SET THE BAR HIGH

While the holidays are saturated with seasonal soirees, you can spread good cheer (and great spirits) all year long with this gorgeous Reza Bar Cabinet. It’s a fabulous piece to have in your home no matter the season. $1,599

BE BOWLED OVER

Hosting can be hard—but it doesn’t have to look that way. Make your spread look chic and effortless with these Delano serving bowls. If your food doesn’t have everyone talking, these serving pieces sure will! Starting at $49.99

APERITIVO TIME

Do as the Italians and enjoy a cocktail with friends. These stunning martini glasses, Champagne glasses, flutes, and shot glasses are a decorative and dazzling way to toast the holidays. Starting at $10.95

Corzine & Co.

For 50 years, Corzine & Co. has been the Green Hills go-to for china, crystal, silver, distinctive gifts and accessories, and antiques for your table. (4005 Hillsboro Pike, Ste. 103; corzineco.com)

A POLISHED GIFT

Looking for a thoughtful alternative to a bottle of wine? Gift your host this beautiful and functional bottle of Curator’s Choice Fine Wood Polish. After a season of hosting, they will surely be grateful for the aesthetic assist. $18

VASE TO VASE

This Tess Bud Vase by Kim Seybert is a beautiful accent to any room—put it out with dried flowers or seasonal blooms for the holidays and keep it out all year long. It’s a stunner in blush, red, blue, amber, lavender, and even clear. A perfect piece for any home. $20

BOWLED OVER

This stunning Rufolo Small Flower Bowl by Vietri makes a perfect wine coaster or candy bowl—a perfect piece to put out at parties or to gift your host! $32

CLEANUP COMMITTEE

Let’s face it—holiday guests can get a little rowdy. But don’t cry over spilled wine. This Chateau Spill removes red wine and any red-colored stains. Perfect for a season filled with the holiday hue! $8.95