Enjoy this special edition of our newsletter, here to help make holiday shopping easier with 90+ gift ideas.
Win the holidays with these gift ideas
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Season’s greetings, Boston. Festive time is upon us — and in between hot cocoa drinking and twinkle light hanging, we’re guessing you’re shopping for a few special people on your list. Look no further than the official BOStoday gift guide, with 90+ gift ideas including unique local treasures and the season’s hottest items.
Including a knitted blanket and a punny candle.
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Local pick:WHOOP 4.0 | $239.00 | Get in a great workout without a gym buddy with this wearable fitness tracker from the locally headquartered brand — 12 month subscription included.
Smeg Electric Kettle | $149.95 | Splurge on a coveted retro-style Smeg appliance, perfect for making teas and coffees all year long.
Knitted weighted blanket | $135.99 | Perfect for a bed or couch, this 15-lb blanket offers comforting weight with an aesthetic knit finish.
Local pick:Boston City Map Pouch Tote | $20 | This tote bag comes with its own pouch, so you can easily take it with you, and it doubles as a map in case you don’t want to ask for directions.
Melissa Clark’s “Dinner in One” | $29.99 | A New York Times bestseller + a best cookbook of the year by Food & Wine, Melissa Clark’s recipe collection serves up delicious, one-pot meals for dinner.
Automatic curtain opener | $89.99 | A smart device that opens curtains automatically by smartphone app, Alexa, or Google Home — they can even set schedules.
Ceneda large cooler bag | $24.99 | This insulated, leak-proof tote is perfect for family road trips, beach trips, and everything in between.
Car backseat organizers | $19.99 | Speaking of road trips, these backseat car organizers are every parent’s best friend + come complete with a tablet holder.
200 Kids Conversation Cards | $29.97 | Transform family dinners with a conversation-starting card game that asks kids and adults fun and meaningful questions.
Local pick:Off the Eaten Path tour | $90.00+ | Help the parents discover something new with a tasty North End tour.
Bento Lunch Box | $32.99 | Gift parents an organized + colorful lunch box complete with a food jar, dividers, and silicone utensils.
Smart calendar + chore chart | $319.99 | The future of chore charts is here — treat parents to the ultimate family organization tool, complete with Google calendar syncing, color coding, and meal planning.
Including comfy flannel and a customized book embosser.
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Local pick:New Balance running shoes | $69.99 | Whether you’re training for the Boston Marathon or taking a jog around the block, the local brand has shoes to get you moving.
TheraGun Mini Massage Gun | $199.00 | A compact and travel-sized deep tissue massager that can relieve sore muscles and speed up recovery in between workouts.
Sherpa-lined flannel shirt jacket | $49.98 | Choose your favorite plaid pattern + snag them a warm jacket great for hiking, trekking, and camping all season long.
“From the library of” book embosser | $17.95+ | For the partner who loves to read, this personalized gift will add flair and meaning to their home library.
Including a jam advent calendar and an heirloom pie dish.
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Local pick:Custom Boston wine glasses | $17.49 | Let the neighbors know you’d like to stay over for a glass of wine without actually saying it.
Toschi Amarena cherries | $19.99 | Perfect on cheese boards, atop ice cream, or straight out of the jar, these Italian Amarena cherries are a little luxury.
Pompom fringe blanket | $22.99 | Because who doesn’t love curling up with an ultra soft blanket at the end of the day?
Wine opener gift set | $59.99 | Level up neighborhood wine night with a wine decanter set complete with an electric opener, aerator, and foil cutter.
Local pick:MBTA 5 metal ornament bundle | $89.99 | Make sure you pick the right shipping option so these MBTA ornaments arrive on schedule.
Le Creuset heritage pie dish | $55.95 | Give the gift of a classic, heirloom pie dish they’ll bake comforting treats in for years to come.
Including the best headphones and a dorm-friendly basketball hoop.
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Local pick:L.L. Bean Original Bean Boots | $129.00+ | Trekking to class is a little bit easier with these boots build to endure rain, sleet, or snow.
Stanley Quencher | $45.00 | The internet-famous water bottle, available in cute colors like Matcha Cream.
Cropped puffy vest | $36.97+ | A stylish vest for warmth walking to classes.
Including the best lint roller and a pet cam.
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Local pick:Red Sox premium pet collar | $20.06 | Made of faux leather, this collar is built to last and comes in sizes suitable for dogs or cats.
Thoughts of Dog 2025 calendar | $17.99 | Gift a daily pup-spective of a sweet dog with this adorable and funny daily calendar.
Cat tunnel bed | $48.99 | A plush and ultra-soft cat pet bed with a fun feature — there’s a tunnel inside for cats to explore.
Local pick:Finn Paw Hero | $20.00 | The salt and cold sidewalks can do a number on your dogs paws, but this revitalizing paw balm will help your pup recover.
Furbo Mini Pet Camera | $99.00 | The ultimate home security camera for watching pets while you’re away.
Pawprint keepsake kit | $16.95 | A DIY kit for pet owners to make their very own personalized clay pet keepsake.
Local pick:1,000 Piece Panoramic Boston Puzzle | $25.99 | This jigsaw puzzle makes the perfect indoor activity for someone who never wants to stop exploring Boston.
Including a nut milk maker and a stuffed burger press.
Almond Cow Nut Milk Maker | $249.95 | The ultimate gift for your dairy-free friend, this nut milk maker can turn their favorite nut or seed into milk at the touch of a button.
Honey sampler set | $46.99 | A sweet gift including salty honey, hot honey, and Meyer lemon honey.
“Be Ready When the Luck Happens” by Ina Garten | $34 | One of this year’s most anticipated memoirs from Ina Garten, aka the Barefoot Contessa, beloved Food Network personality and cultural icon.
Stuffed burger press | $19.95 | Foodie friends can make burgers stuffed with cheese, bacon, onions, jalapenos, or whatever they dream up with this grill accessory.
Local pick:Sok-It Boston Bruins Sok | $14.99+ | Even in the winter, you’re drinking iced coffee — we get it — and these beverage covers will keep your drinks cool and your hands warm.
Sous vide precision cooker | $89.90 | Home cooks can take their cuisine to a whole new level with this sous vide cooker that achieves the perfect level of doneness.