'Tis the season to stock up on hostess gifts! From scented candles to tasty treats, find out what TODAY on-air talent love to give and get during the holidays:
Ann says she loves to give candles, although she doesn't have one specific brand (she's an equal opportunity sniffer!). We recommend the Dipytque line, which ranges from spicy (pomander) to floral (gardenia) scents. Diptyque Paris, $28-$60, Diptyque
Natalie knows the way to a host's heart is through the stomach. What does she depend on? "Always wine and maybe a food item, cheese or dessert," Natalie said. We suggest Fromage d'Affinois, a rich and creamy cow's milk cheese. Fromage d'Affinois, Tastings Gourmet Market
Al surely knows how to sniff out a good gift. He's a fan of the Jo Malone grapefruit candle. Jo Malone candle, $35, Neiman Marcus
Savannah has a holiday sweet tooth: she likes to give the tasty gift of MarieBelle's hot chocolate. Single-serving hot chocolate envelopes, $27, MarieBelle
Was there any question that Kathie Lee likes to give wine? "I had [Chappellet 2010 Chardonnay] recently and liked it," the fourth-hour host told People magazine. "It's great hostess gift!" 2010 Chappellet, $32, Chappellet.com
Sara Haines relies on something sweet during the festive season: Baked by Melissa mini cupcakes. "They are amazing," says Sarah. "LOVE them." Mini cupcakes, 25 / $20, Baked by Melissa
The favorite hostess gift of Star Jones of TODAY's Professionals comes from Santa Maria Novella. "I have given a variety of their items from $25 to $100," says Jones, "but within your budget, I would choose the scented tablets for closets." Scented tablets, $30, Lafcony.com
TODAY style editor Bobbie Thomas is all about education -- especially when it comes to cheese. She's a fan of the chalkboard cheese board: "Who doesn't love knowing what 'that' is?" Reclaimed slate cheese board, $48, Uncommongoods.com
"I take a nice set of cards or stationery," NBC’s chief medical editor Dr. Nancy Snyderman said of her holiday season gift. We recommend the sophisticated and clever card sets from Kate Spade. Confetti cards, $20, Papyrus
"These candles from Jennifer Miller Jewelry are my favorite hostess gifts!" says Jill Martin. "Every woman loves a fun candle to spruce up any room." Peace candle, 2 / $30, Jennifermillerjewelry.com
One of TODAY nutritionist Joy Bauer's favorite hostess gifts is an oil mister. "These reusable misters allow you to save hundreds of calories by lightly coating your pans with oil instead of pouring it straight from the bottle" Joy explained. "Plus, they’re better for the environment (and your wallet) than those disposable canisters!" Oil Mister, $15, Williams Sonoma
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