The Ultimate Host & Hostess Gifts: Boutique Favorites for Every Gathering
- Pretty Lovely Gift Boutique
- Aug 31
- 4 min read
Updated: Sep 2
As party season approaches—or let’s be honest, any season that calls for good food and great company—it’s time to stock up on thoughtful, fun, and functional host and hostess gifts. Whether you're attending a backyard barbecue, a holiday dinner party, or a happy hour, arriving with a unique gift in hand is the perfect way to show appreciation.
At Pretty Lovely Gift Boutique, we’ve curated the ultimate collection of host and hostess gifts that go beyond the typical bottle of wine. From entertaining essentials to quirky conversation starters, here are our favorite picks that any host will actually use and love!
Host and Hostess Gift Ideas
🧀 Charcuterie Board Cheat Sheets - $12.00
Help your host or hostess become the ultimate board boss! These clever Charcuterie Board Cheat Sheets can be placed right on a table, or elevated on a sturdy cutting board, and takes the guesswork out of assembling a beautiful, well-balanced spread. With guides for meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and more, they make entertaining feel effortless. Pair with several small jars of local jams or honey, and a set of charcuterie utensils like our Fa La La La Charcuterie Knife Set (perfect for the holidays), for a complete gift set!
🍇 "Eat, Drink & Be Happy" Charcuterie Board - $37.50
This positive-themed Charcuterie Board is a party in itself! With etched script that reads “Eat, Drink & Be Happy,” it sets a festive tone for any get-together. Perfect for holiday hosts, housewarmings, or those spontaneous Friday night wine-and-cheese sessions.
🥙 Jumbo Food / Baking Cups - $15.00
These jumbo food cups are made for hearty handheld bites. Great for serving chips and dips, wings, sliders, side salads, chili, soups, cake and ice cream, and much more. Any host will appreciate having these on hand. Bonus: They come in a variety of fun designs and make cleanup a breeze. You can also use them to cook baked treats in as well.
🥤 Reusable Plastic Cups - $18.00-$22.00
Durable, stylish, and ready for repeat use, our reusable plastic cups (sets of 10) are a crowd favorite. Choose from seasonal designs, football sayings, or even these pickleball-themed cups for your dink-loving pickleball friends. Toss in a ready-to-mix cocktail packet or plastic flask and you are party-ready. Your host will thank you later.
🍷 Wine Opener Set - $18.00
A great wine opener is a kitchen drawer essential, but a More Wine Please 2pc Wine Opener Set? Yes, please. Gift this sleek corkscrew opener and pourer that pairs perfectly with a bottle of their favorite red or bubbly. It’s a foolproof host or hostess gift for any gathering.
🍺 Craft or Open Bar Bottle Openers - $10.00
Whether they’re popping craft beer or artisan sodas, an eye-catching bottle opener is a small-but-mighty host or hostess gift. Gift these Wooden Bottle Openers for maximum style and function. Perfect for a friend or family member with a home bar setup.
🔥 Grilling Tools & Smash Burger Press - $35.00
For the grill master host, step up their cookout game. These durable grilling tools and smash burger presses are perfect for outdoor chefs who love to sizzle. Trust us, there’s no going back once you’ve had a properly smashed burger with crispy edges - everyone else will love them too! Mmmm!
🍫 Gimme S’mores Roasting Tool Set - $35.00
For the outdoor enthusiast with a sweet tooth, our Gimme S’mores Roasting Tool Set is a campfire essential. With four extendable sticks featuring fun sayings like “hot stuff” and “gooey” on the handles, they’re perfect for roasting marshmallows at backyard bonfires, campsites, or on the beach. It’s a gift that brings the cozy vibes—and the sticky fingers—every time.
🥃 15 oz. Flexible Plastic Flasks - $10.99
Tailgates, concerts, beach days, you name it. Our flexible plastic flasks are made for portable party moments. Lightweight and reusable, they’re discreet, durable, and oh-so-fun to fill with your beverage of choice. They come with a funnel for easy pouring, and a carabiner for easy clipping. Toss one in a tote, or clip onto your belt loop, and you are ready to go. Note: These can also be customized with a corporate logo for corporate gifts (100 piece min), just contact us for a quote.
🍻 Coaster Drinking Games - $9.99
Functional and fun host or hostess gift? Awesome. These Coaster Drinking Games aren't your average coasters; each one features a different drinking game to get the party started. With four games included, it’s a compact crowd-pleaser and the ultimate icebreaker/conversation starter for any gathering. Just add drinks and let the good times roll!
Wrap It Up: Boutique Bonus Tip
Want to turn your gift into an experience? Wrap your gift in a fun and functional jelly bag, add a handwritten tag, and a bling keychain or mini star ornament for an even more personal touch. Many of these items pair well together - like a wine opener + reusable cups + charcuterie cheat sheets - for a themed gift bundle your host will rave about.
Final Cheers
Being a great guest is easy when you're walking in with a thoughtful gift and we’ve made it even easier by curating all these unique finds that you can purchase online. Whether you’re shopping for a first-time dinner party host, or your most seasoned entertainer, these gifts are designed to bring joy, spark conversation, and most importantly be used and enjoyed for months to come.
Visit Pretty Lovely Gift Boutique to find all these gift ideas, and a whole lot more. Let’s toast to great hosts, yummy food, and good times ahead!
Cheers!