The Best Gifts for the Host
Words by Tanya Small
They treat you, you treat them. Choose from our gift edit and be welcomed with open arms.
Thinking of grabbing something from your host’s local supermarket? Not on our watch. Bottles of wine and boxes of chocolates may get you through the door, but these decorative homewares, delicious pantry staples and more will win you a place on their guest list forever. Find something special for every hosting personality in our thoughtful gift guide.
Gifts for the Home Body
Every now and then, you step into a home that oozes comfort and character. Treat its host to self-care essentials such as candles, bath products and cosy home furnishings to help them unwind after entertaining.
Dr. Vranjes Firenze Limone Cedrato Fragrance Diffuser
Bring the scent of a blooming Italian garden to their home with this clean, refreshing fragrance from Dr. Vranjes Firenze. Its notes of Florence citron and lemon blossom will ripple through their space like a citrus-scented summer breeze.
Jo Malone London Lime Basil & Mandarin Soap
This invigorating soap from Jo Malone London is ideal for helping your host recharge. Its zesty fragrance will leave their skin gently scented with notes of juicy mandarin and delicate, herbal basil.
For the Late Nighter
The clock may be ticking, but your host isn’t watching it. Help them keep the night going with crowd-pleasing luxury games and free-flowing beverages.
Wedgwood Bone China Helia Coffee Cup and Saucer
We’ll bet that the host who’s up all night is also the one who heads straight to their coffee machine in the morning. So why not add a little luxury to their AM pick-me-up ritual with this 22-karat gold-embellished cup and saucer from Wedgwood?
Smythson Playing Cards Twin Pack
Deal your host a royal hand with these gilt-edged playing cards from Smythson. The brand is one of only seven suppliers to hold a Royal Warrant issued by Buckingham Palace, and if there’s one thing that’s guaranteed to keep the night going, it’s a competitive game of cards.
For the Chef
Some people cook out of necessity; others cook because they love to – and you can taste the difference. If you know a host whose dinner party menus could rival a Harrods restaurant, then why not gift them a new ingredient or kitchen utensil to play with?
Les Terres Blanches Fleur de Sel Noirmoutier Salt
Any chef will tell you that good quality salt is the secret to unleashing a world of flavour on the palate. Your host will love adding depth to their dishes with this finishing salt from Les Terres Blanches – harvested by hand from Noirmoutier Island in France.
Harrods Middle Eastern-Inspired Honey
Hot honey may have stirred up a buzz this year, but we’ll bet your host knows many more ways to showcase this golden nectar. Just wait and see what they invent with this jar of acacia honey from Harrods, infused with pistachios, fragrant rose petals and cardamom.
For the New Homeowner
After a stressful period of unpacking boxes, your host will need something to make them smile. Whether they’re an interiors lover or not, they’ll surely appreciate a housewarming gift that reflects their personality.
Bordallo Pinheiro Lidded Tomato Bowl
If your host loves bold colours and quirky designs, this striking tomato bowl from Bordallo Pinheiro will be an instant hit. Whether it’s used daily or it’s simply admired, this is the kind of gift that never gets put away.
Laetitia Rouget Glass Amour Carafe
From water dispenser to Laetitia Rouget carafe – the stylish upgrade every host needs. With this joyful design on the table, your host can focus on what really matters: entertaining you.
The Harrods Gift Guide
From gifts beyond their wildest dreams to a new way of imagining what loved ones might like, your quest for the perfect present ends here.
