My 2023 Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide

Tis the season of giving! Whether you have an easy shopping list or picky people to purchase for, I have a great holiday gift guide for you. Especially if you’re a last-minute shopper, you can look at some of these neat and eclectic presents and even have them delivered directly to your door. My guide features top-quality items for your home or office, inspirational books, outdoor adventure gear, design passions, nostalgic needs, and more – including a few items sure to incite a good laugh. Here is what is on my list for the top 2023 holiday gifts:

In the Kitchen

• Tufts and Batson set with Knives by Wusthof. This beautiful knife set brings fashion and function to the kitchen and is one of my favorites. Well worth the $4,600!
• Amazon.com: Totally Bamboo Chicago City Life Cutting Board, 7-7/8" x 15-3/4": Home & Kitchen - It’s fun and functional! This laser-engraved cutting board can be a staple in your home like mine, showcasing Chicago’s unique neighborhoods.
• Gas Powered Pizza Oven | Ooni Koda 12 — Ooni USA - I love pizza – especially when it can be stone-baked fresh in 60 seconds.
• Messermeister Chef’s Torch | Sur La Table - This is a tool to fancify various dishes and a kitchen essential, even for those like myself who love cooking but don’t consider themselves chefs.
• Canvas Apron | Williams Sonoma - Similar to how many superheroes are incomplete without their capes, so are we when in the kitchen without our aprons.
  

At the Bar

• Cherry Cordials Au Chocolat - These treats are the best ever! You can’t go wrong with cherries and high-quality chocolate.
• Bissinger's Classic Christmas Collection - These are also amazing from Bissinger’s.
• Whiskey Peaks Half Dome Decanter - Clear | Bar & Entertainment | Huckberry - A handblown decanter perfect for drinking my favorite cocktail: a Whistlepig Manhattan.
• Holy Jamon - If you like rich flavors like me, you should bring the mouthwatering taste of Spanish jamon into your house for the holidays.
  

Architecture and Design

• Humanize | Book by Thomas Heatherwick | Official Publisher Page | Simon & Schuster - An insightful book about contemporary building design from the fascinating mind of Thomas Heatherwick. I previously featured Thomas as my architect of the month and even had the chance to discuss how the spaces we develop can spark inspiration at his US book launch. I 10/10 recommend reading it!
• Thinking Architecture - For those who share my love of architecture, this book explores the world of designing buildings and its astonishing connection to life.

At the Office:

• Wild World Anton Thomas Posters - Incredible posters of our planet that feature various animals and details specific to different regions of the world.
• Wild World Laminated Poster - This poster is my favorite! It is very detailed and hand-drawn over 3 years full-time.
• Navy GG Bees Silk Tie | GUCCI® TR - This fun and formal tie interlocks the G pattern with woven bees. You’ll be the buzz of the office!

Out on the Trail

• Patagonia Down Hoody - My go-to to stay warm when hiking! I recently wore this on my hiking trip around Alaska.
• Ranger Fire Pit 2.0 | Solo Stove  - This will help keep you warm and fed while living life on the trail!
• Patagonia Wide Quandary Brimmer Hat - Stay cool in more ways than one with this hat, which is perfect for adventures in the sun.
• The 3 Best Trail Cameras Under $100 of 2023 | Reviews by Wirecutter - If you don’t have the patience to spend hours waiting in the woods to view wildlife, these trail cameras are a smart investment to enable you to see the animal action still!
• America the Beautiful Pass - America truly is the land of the beautiful, and this National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Pass is well worth the money. It’s your ticket to over 2,000 breathtaking sites!

Family Fun

• Newport Set | Recess Pickleball - If your family is competitive, you will love putting this pickleball set into action! It’s an enjoyable time for everyone.
• Original Kit – Magnetic Poetry - Magnetic kitchen letters are a blast from the 90s past. I appreciate this creative method of decorating and stimulating the mind. This kit includes over 300 words and fragments to take your imagination to uncharted territories – and make your kitchen fridge a fun puzzle or poem!

‍Handyman

• TOTO Washlet G450 Dual Flush Integrated Bidet Toilet - This is an awesome gift! This high-tech electronic bidet toilet promotes cleanliness in a modern and convenient way.
• 3.6V SCREWDRIVER KIT (CLASSIC) – Hototools - I couldn’t call myself Bob the Builder without a proper set of tools! This screwdriver kit has everything you need to tighten any loose ends or construct your favorite furniture.
• Everybit Tech Rescue Kit (46-Piece) | TEKTON | 28301 - In the new age of technology, we need the tools to repair not only our homes but also mobile devices, laptops, video game consoles, and more. Trust me when I say this kit has got it all!

Splurge-Worthy

• NVIDIA HGX Server - What an incredible piece of technology to make giant leaps for large-scale AI and HPC with unprecedented performance, scalability, and security for data centers. If you are concerned about the price, don’t worry – it’s on sale for a low $296,736.00! ‍
• Rivian SUV R1S - A durable dream car that helps you explore the places you love and make great memories in style!

I hope that something on this list of amazing presents caught your eye. If not for someone else, maybe you should treat yourself to something on this list! Regardless, may everyone have a cheerful holiday season.