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This microwave popcorn maker doesn't use any oil and serves up to four cups of popcorn, enough to get you through at least part of a Netflix binge. It's easier, healthier and cheaper than using microwave popcorn bags, and is small enough to store easily.
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Sushiquik Super Easy Sushi Making Kit • For the budding chef in your life, this kit will teach the basics of sushi making. $25.00 at Amazon.
Five Farms Irish Cream • This Irish cream liqueur is sourced and produced in County Cork, Ireland, using the dairy cream from five family-owned farms in the region and 10 percent Irish whiskey. It was developed with and imported by Holladay Distillery, of Weston, Mo. $29.99 at Randall's Spirits.
The Balvenie Thirty • What to give the Scotch lover who has everything? How about a bottle of 30-year-old whisky that is as much for show as it is for sipping. If you really want to drink it, it is said to be exceptionally rich, mellow and complex. $899.99 at The Wine and Cheese Place, 7435 Forsyth Boulevard, Clayton.
Price and Kensington 2-cup teapot • Tea aficionados will adore this handsomely proportioned, discreetly elegant pot. A beautiful candy-apple red, it is just the right size for tea for two. $11.75 at The London Tea Room, 3128 Morganford Road, St. Louis.
Joie Microwave Popcorn Popper • This microwave popcorn maker doesn't use any oil and serves up to four cups of popcorn, enough to get you through at least part of a Netflix binge. It's easier, healthier and cheaper than using microwave popcorn bags, and is small enough to store easily. $5.99 at The Container Store, 1769 South Brentwood Boulevard, Brentwood.
Copper ribbon cookie cutters • What a great way to celebrate an award-worthy friend or relative than with these copper ribbon cookie cutters? And if they decided to return the affection by sharing some homemade treats, well, we all come out winners! $62.00 at Civil Alchemy, 8154 Big Bend Boulevard, Webster Groves.
Falcon teapot • This enamelware teapot in cheery white with blue rim design is an ideal gift for a tea lover. Each teapot holds two cups – perfect for sharing some warmth and well wishes. $31.15 at Civil Alchemy, 8154 Big Bend Boulevard, Webster Groves.
Bacon lip balm • Let the bacon lovers in your life taste bacon on their lips any time they want with this tube of bacon-flavored lip balm. Bacon lip balm does not contain actual bacon, so it's great for vegetarians who may miss bacon. $2.95 at Archie McPhee.
Barsys robotic bartender • If you like mixed drinks, this is the gift of your dreams. You put the ingredients in the machine, then pick a drink from your app. The robotic bartender, Barsys, spits it out. The app comes pre-programmed with more than 2,000 drinks or you can customize your own. $1,050.00 at Barsys.
Shop Local gift box • This box of goodies has an assortment of foods made in Missouri: soup mix from Thompson Farms, pork seasoning from Urban Farmgirl, honey from Gibbons Bee Farm and more. Online shipping available. $31.99 at Olde Town Spice Shoppe, 334 South Main Street, St. Charles.
Beer bomber jacket • This beer bomber jacket from the St. Louis Hop Shop will keep your hand warm and your 22-ounce bottle of beer cool and cozy. $10.00 at St. Louis Hop Shop, 2600 Cherokee Street, St. Louis.
Handblown glass mug • Sip a cup of tea or coffee from this 10 ounce handblown glass mug from CHEMEX, which is shaped to echo the CHEMEX coffee maker. Teatopia also offers more than 80 loose leaf teas. $20.00 at Teatopia, 2606 Cherokee Street, St. Louis.
Dinosaur creamer • Add a bit of roar to your tea time with this adorable brontosaurus creamer. The shop also sells tiny pitchers in the shape of penguins, cats, elephants and cows, as well as loose leaf teas for customers to brew at home. $6.00 at Tea Rex, 2710 Cherokee Street, St. Louis.
Kitchen Boa • Drape this boa around your neck while in the kitchen and you’ll never fumble for a towel to wipe your hands or grab a messy tray of food again. It’s long, so unlike a dish towel, it won’t slip off your shoulder onto the floor, and the two ends can be grasped easily by either hand. They are available in multiple styles and colors. $19.99 at Chef’s Shoppe, 2320 Troy Road, Edwardsville.
Emile Henry pizza stone • Forget takeout; with this French-made Emile Henry pizza stone you’ll be crafting delicious pies in your own home. It’s durable — cook and cut on it with no worries; it has a 10-year guarantee — and makes an eye-catching addition to any kitchen. $59.99 at Chef’s Shoppe, 2320 Troy Road, Edwardsville.
Dinosaur taco holders • Dinner time is sure to be fun time with these Tricerataco & Tacosaurus Rex Taco Holders from Prehistoric Appetites. $35.94 at Walmart.
Etched-cutting-board • You can use it as a cutting board or a kitchen sign, and the engraving is included. $34.95 at Meant to Be, 111 Market Street, Kimmswick.
Dark wood peppermill and salt shaker set • These classically designed shaker and grinder set come prefilled with kosher salt and Tellicherry black peppercorns. The cut-out container holding the set makes an elegant gift box. $34.95 at Penzeys Spices, 246 THF Boulevard, Chesterfield.
American Heart and Soul Spice gift box • Eight spices representing the diversity of cooking across America are featured in this gift box. The American Heart and Soul spice gift box includes recipes incorporating the various spices. $34.95 at Penzeys Spices, 246 THF Boulevard, Chesterfied.
Mizzou serving tray • Watching college games will be even more fun when you serve chips and dips in this Mizzou serving tray. $46.99 at The Mizzou Store, 10 THF Boulevard, Chesterfield.
Zojirushi 5.5-cup rice cooker • Developed in Japan at the original rice cooker factory, this machine cooks rice of all types and also steams foods in the accompanying steamer basket. It's the Rolls Royce of rice cookers. $179.99 at Crate and Barrel, 1 The Boulevard, Richmond Heights.
Sriracha keychain • Do you know someone who likes to put Sriracha on everything? Then we have found the perfect gift with this keychain (just fill the bottle separately). $8.00 at Urban Outfitters, 1491 St. Louis Galleria Street, Richmond Heights.
Beer Paws Beer Biscuits • Even dogs can enjoy craft beer with these peanut butter-flavored treats that are high in protein and fiber. The biscuits are made from the brewer's mash, produced in the beermaking process, from more than 50 craft breweries around the country, including Urban Chestnut Brewing Co. and 4 Hands Brewing Co. Available in a 12-ounce tub. $14.99 at Airedale Antics, 7316 Manchester Road.
Beer Paws Beer for Dogs • Man's best friend can also be man's best drinking buddy. Beer Paws Beer for Dogs is a tasty blend of beef base, malt extract and vegetarian K9 glucosamine that can be added to your dog's food, freezed and enjoyed on a hot day or just lapped up from a bowl. (There's no alcohol in this "beer.") Single bottles contain 8 ounces. $6.99 at Airedale Antics, 7316 Manchester Road.
Larder & Cupboard Strawberry Lemon Verbena Perserves • Larder & Cupboard's Strawberry Lemon Verbena Preserves, housemade by store owner Cindy Higgerson, are delicious with toast, desserts, cocktails, cheese and more. But you don't have to take our word for it: The Good Food Foundation honored the preserves with one of its 2018 awards. $11.00 at Larder & Cupboard, 7310 Manchester Road, Maplewood.
Expedition Chocolate Co. chocolate bar • An indulgent chocolate bar (2.8 ounces) by St. Louis chocolatier Rick Jordan is made from cacao nibs aged in Rally Point Rye whiskey barrels from St. Louis-based StilL 630. A delicious local collaboration for the chocolate lover in your life. $10.00 at Larder & Cupboard, 7310 Manchester Road, Maplewood.
Tito's Candy Bento Box • Sugarfina partnered with Tito's Handmade Vodka to create this vodka candy collection: Tito's-infused American Mule Bears, ''martini olive'' almonds and a mini mule mug. $28.00 at Von Maur, 2 Fountain Grass Drive, Lake Saint Louis.
Ninja Coffee Bar • If you know a coffee connoisseur, this machine is perfect for them to make all their fancy coffee-house brews at home. $199.99 at Kohl's.
KitchenAid Stand Mixer • If there's a baker in your life, they'll definitely appreciate a new stand mixer. Maybe they'll even make you something in gratitude. $379.99 at Kohl's.
Grizzly bear shaped cutting board • A wooden cutting board in shape of a grizzly also bears the St. Louis Zoo logo. Proceeds from all sales benefit animals and programs at the zoo. $24.00 at St. Louis Zoo Treetop Shop, One Government Drive.
Timolino Coffee & Tea Maker • Timolino's gravity-filtering system lets you brew the perfect cup of tea or coffee with no mess. Just scoop loose-leaf tea into the 16-ounce brewer, add hot water, allow to steep and then place the whole thing over a cup to dispense from the bottom. $18.33 at Traveling Tea, 2707 Sutton Boulevard, Maplewood.
Dras Fab meat hook • Grill that steak to juicy perfection with this versatile hand-hammered-steel meat hook, crafted by Andrew Andrasko of Dras Fab Fabrication + Design. Its pigtail hook will let you flip a hunk of meat with a simple motion. $25.00 at NHB KnifeWorks, 7328 Manchester Road, Maplewood.
Handmade cutting board • Wood cutting boards by St. Louis craftsman Doug Edmondson will instantly elevate your charcuterie presentation. Styles and prices vary; this one is made with cherry, maple and walnut. $95.00 at NHB KnifeWorks, 7328 Manchester Road, Maplewood.
Printed wine hand towel • Rough day? Wine about it with these clever printed hand towels by Mud Pie. Assorted designs are available, and the woven cotton towels measure 26 inches by 16½ inches. $8.99 at Intaglia Home & Garden, 7195 Manchester Road, Maplewood.
St. Louis-themed coasters • Enjoy a little local nostalgia while also protecting that tabletop from unsightly water rings. These printed coasters feature a variety of St. Louis-area locations, signs and memories. $12.50 at Intaglia Home & Garden, 7195 Manchester Road, Maplewood.
Inbox of Herbs Kit: Rosemary • The chef in your life loves cooking with fresh herbs. Gift him or her this box that includes farm fresh, ready-to-harvest rosemary, a bamboo planter, micro-nutrient root boost and recipes. $28.00 at Gardenuity.
Dolce & Gabbana Smeg toaster • Really, for the person who has everything, comes a designer toaster. Italian-based Smeg teamed up with Dolce and Gabbana for this retro cool toaster from its Sicily is My Love collection. $850.00 at Williams-Sonoma.
Flavored simple syrup set • When you are mixing drinks, inventive simple syrups can make a beverage extra special. This set features four varieties including cucumber habanero and pear rosemary. $30.00 at Uncommon Goods .
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Fortnite phone case • Yes, parents everywhere loathe Fortnite, the video game du jour. But kids love it, and they'll love these cool phone cases. $8.95 at Battle Royale Shop.
Joie Microwave Popcorn Popper • This microwave popcorn maker doesn't use any oil and serves up to four cups of popcorn, enough to get you through at least part of a Netflix binge. It's easier, healthier and cheaper than using microwave popcorn bags, and is small enough to store easily. $5.99 at The Container Store, 1769 South Brentwood Boulevard, Brentwood.
Neon chess pieces • Add some personality to the classic board game with these mix-and-match chess pieces, which come in eye-popping hues such as fuchsia, turquoise and indigo. $5.00 at Q Boutique, 4652 Maryland Avenue.
Holiday kitchen towels • The clean winter prints on these basket-weave cotton towels are festive for teachers, neighbors or as a hostess gifts. $5.95 at Cornucopia, 107 North Kirkwood Road, Kirkwood.
Charcoal facial soaps • These “lumps of coal” are practical but fun – perfect for a teen who wants to be pampered. The activated charcoal cleans pores while the lavender keeps skin feeling soft and fresh. $8.00 at KIND Soap, 20 Allen Avenue, Webster Groves.
Flow rings • This modern take on the Slinky toy is a great stocking stuffer for kids, tweens or teens. Play with it at your desk to relieve stress or grab the hand of a partner and let it roll and flow up and down your arms. $7.99 at Amazon.
Bacon lip balm • Let the bacon lovers in your life taste bacon on their lips any time they want with this tube of bacon-flavored lip balm. Bacon lip balm does not contain actual bacon, so it's great for vegetarians who may miss bacon. $2.95 at Archie McPhee.
Twinkling Treasures ornament • This ornament features six blinking colored lights that last about 80 hours. $8.50 at All About Animals, 407 South Main Street, St. Charles.
Dog ceramic tile • "It's not drinking alone if the dog is home" 6-inch-by-6-inch ceramic tile. $7.95 at Canine Cookies N Cream Dog Bakery, 822 South Main Street, St. Charles.
Vintage polyester shirt • Get your groove on with this vintage polyester shirt or another vintage find from this resale shop. Sales benefit the social services and childcare provided by the Guardian Angel Settlement Association. $5.00 at Angel Boutique Resale Shop, 2700 Cherokee Street, St. Louis.
Dinosaur creamer • Add a bit of roar to your tea time with this adorable brontosaurus creamer. The shop also sells tiny pitchers in the shape of penguins, cats, elephants and cows, as well as loose leaf teas for customers to brew at home. $6.00 at Tea Rex, 2710 Cherokee Street, St. Louis.
Button name tag • Label your gifts with a custom button you can design yourself. All types of sizes are available and prices vary depending on how many you buy and how many images you upload. The Cherokee Street location offers a special $5 price for walk-in customers. $5.00 at Buttonmakers.net, 2608 Cherokee Street, St. Louis.
Children’s storybook coasters • Whether you are a kid or just a kid at heart, these storybook coasters will take you back to your favorite childhood tales. Curl up with a beverage and a good book — maybe one that’s depicted on these locally made coasters. $4.00 at Afterwords Books, 441 East Vandalia Street, Edwardsville.
Multipet cat toy • Your kitty will be mesmerized by the colorful feathers on this hand-held toy. Or the kitty will ignore it altogether. Cats, go figure. $6.99 at Petropolis, 16830 Chesterfield Airport Road, Chesterfield.
Stink bombz • Indulge the lowbrow humorist in your life with a Stink Bomz, which each contain a "collectible fart friend" that make three unique fart noises and come with their own "silly smell." $9.99 at Tomy.
Sriracha keychain • Do you know someone who likes to put Sriracha on everything? Then we have found the perfect gift with this keychain (just fill the bottle separately). $8.00 at Urban Outfitters, 1491 St. Louis Galleria Street, Richmond Heights.
Beer Paws Beer for Dogs • Man's best friend can also be man's best drinking buddy. Beer Paws Beer for Dogs is a tasty blend of beef base, malt extract and vegetarian K9 glucosamine that can be added to your dog's food, freezed and enjoyed on a hot day or just lapped up from a bowl. (There's no alcohol in this "beer.") Single bottles contain 8 ounces. $6.99 at Airedale Antics, 7316 Manchester Road.
Maven Jax artisan-made cold process soap • No two batches of soap at Maven look alike, and an array of fun scents — such as Jax, the shop's classic fragrance for guys — means there's a soap for every body. They're handcrafted and made with plant "fats" (shea butter, coconut oil, rice bran oil and olive oil) instead of animal lard, and minimal packaging means little waste. (6.5 ounces) $9.00 at Maven Bath & Candle Co., 7290 Manchester Road, Maplewood.
Old World Christmas Toy Drum Ornament • The toy drum is a classic symbol of the holidays. Add some color and childhood nostalgia to your tree. $8.99 at Campbell House Museum gift shop, 1508 Locust Street.
Klean Kanteen Steel Straws • People all over the country are trying to cut down on plastic straw use. Join them with this four-pack of reusable steel straws, a good gift that will also let you feel good about yourself. $9.95 at Alpine Shop, 440 North Kirkwood Road, Kirkwood.
Printed wine hand towel • Rough day? Wine about it with these clever printed hand towels by Mud Pie. Assorted designs are available, and the woven cotton towels measure 26 inches by 16½ inches. $8.99 at Intaglia Home & Garden, 7195 Manchester Road, Maplewood.
"The Golden Girls" Mad Libs • Gather your gal pals and fill the blanks in these short "Golden Girls"-themed stories with adjectives, nouns and other parts of speech. Best enjoyed with cheesecake. $4.99 at Amazon.
Jansjö USB lamp • It never hurts to have one of these bendy-armed LED lamps on hand. They're great for illuminating a hard-to-see computer keyboard or desktop, or even to light up a piece of art or home décor. $5.99 at Ikea, 1 Ikea Way.