It’s no secret that we’re all in on gifting at Zest.
Our team is thoroughly dedicated to the art of sending someone a present that makes their whole day. And since this squad’s inception, we’ve seen our fair share of goodies that makes us say, “Wow, I wish someone would give this to me!”
(Heads up! This gift list is very food-heavy. Apparently the way to a Zester’s heart is through their stomach.)
Asked to dish out their top gift picks this holiday season, the Zest team put together their ultimate wish list. See what gifts make the top of their gift list, then make sure to send some of these primo products to people you love.
The Zest Team’s Top Picks for Holiday Gifts
Signature Cookie Assortment by Levain Bakery
Who loves it:
Jeremy
What’s in it:
Each of Levain’s original four cookie flavors:
• Chocolate Chip Walnut
• Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip
• Oatmeal Raisin
• Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip
Send as a 4-, 8-, or 12-pack of cookies wrapped in cellophane bags and hand-tied with a ribbon.
What’s it cost: $29 – $80.50
Beef Stick Bundle by Porter Road
Who loves it:
Shreya
“They’re good.”
What’s in it:
• 20 Butcher’s Original Beef Sticks
• 20 Sweet Heat Beef Sticks
What’s it cost: $80
“The Gift Set” by Graza
Who loves it:
Alex
What’s in it:
The Duo Gift Set
• “Sizzle” cooking EVOO
• “Drizzle” finishing EVOO
• One adorable gift box
What’s it cost: $42
Any Bag of Beans from Partner Coffee
Who loves it:
Jeremy
“Really excellent specialty coffee, plus they look pretty on your counter!”
What’s in it:
Whole beans roasted to perfection!
What’s it cost: $15 – $18
Wine Jelly Trio by Clif Family
Who loves it:
Christine
What’s in it:
Three jellies from Clif Family’s organic farm kitchen, made from their wines.
- White Wine Jelly: A delicate balance of flavors, ideal for pairing with light cheeses and appetizers.
- Rosé Wine Jelly: Subtle notes of fruit and floral undertones, creating an elegant companion for brunch spreads and light fare.
- Red Wine Jelly with Cracked Pepper: A bold blend of red wine infused with a touch of cracked pepper, perfect for complementing hearty dishes and charcuterie.
What’s it cost: $36
The Greatest Hits Plus by Jasper Hill Farm
Who loves it:
Jeremy
What’s in it:
• Two ACS Best in Show Winners: Harbison and Cabot Clothbound
• Multi-year Best in Class Winners: Willoughby and Alpha Tolman
• International Reserve Supreme Champion: Bayley Hazen Blue
• Two festive pairings
• JHF’s signature blue gift box
What’s it cost: $125
Chocolate Chip Deep Dish Cookie Cake by David’s Cookies
Who loves it:
Alex
What’s in it:
A giant* 10” cookie filled with chocolate chips and topped with chocolate chunks, Hershey’s Mini Kisses, and chocolate ganache drizzle.
*This cookie weighs 4 lbs.
What’s it cost: $59.95
The Dalmore™ Scotch-infused Chocolate Collection by Vosges Haut-Chocolat
Who loves it:
Shreya
What’s in it:
Nine pieces with three chocolate parfums to complement and enhance the aromas of The Dalmore™. Each whiskey chocolate truffle is infused with its unique single malt expressions and paired with raw honey ganache, candied orange peel, early-harvest first press Mediterranean olive oil, spiced ginger crumb, and vanilla bean coffee burnt sugar caramel.
What’s it cost: $42
Single-origin Truffle Collection by Dandelion Chocolate
Who loves it:
Christine
What’s in it:
• A 15-piece assortment of creamy, velvety, single-origin truffles featuring their most chocolatey, nutty, buttery, and fruity cocoa origins.
• An illustrated tasting guide
• The classiest packaging you ever saw
What’s it cost: $60
The Newbie by Milk Bar
Who loves it:
Liz
“I’m from the midwest, and there’s nothing I dislike more than making a decision. This bundle is perfect for me and everyone I know because they’re not forced to pick just one thing!”
What’s in it:
• 6” Birthday Cake
• 12 B’day Cake Truffles
• Milk Bar Pie
What’s it cost: $144
Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies by Levain Bakery
Who loves it:
Shreya
“Peanut butter or bust!! These cookies freeze SO well, and there's no better joy than realizing you have some frozen, popping them into your oven, and enjoying!! The gift that keeps on giving.”
What’s in it:
• 4, 8, or 12 sweet, savory, perfectly balanced cookies
• Cellophane packaging wrapped hand-tied with ribbon
• Signature Levain gift box
What’s it cost: $29–$80.50
The Luminous Capsule by Brightland
Who loves it:
Christine
“Ohhh, the California Orange Blossom Honey! I put it on cheese, greek yogurt, and fried chicken. You don’t have to be a foodie to appreciate this one.”
What’s in it:
Awake, our bold and robust cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil designed for grilling, roasting, sauteing, stews, and bread. Made with early-harvest Arbequina and Picual olives.
• Parasol is a raw Champagne vinegar that is double fermented with California chardonnay grapes and juicy Navel and Valencia oranges.
• California Orange Blossom Honey is a radiantly golden honey. Intensely-floral and amber hued with a clean, citrus finish.
• The Spout is our much-requested, brushed gold, stainless steel spout to ensure smooth pours.
What’s it cost: $88
Baker’s Choice Cookies by Grove Cookie Company
Who loves it:
Liz
“Always gift the Baker’s Choice. It guarantees your people will get whatever awesome flavor is being baked at the moment!”
What’s in it:
• A variety of at least two cookie flavors currently on the Grove Cookie menu.
• Comes in packs of 4, 6, 12, and 18
What’s it cost: $14 – $49
The Pair by Brightland
Who loves it:
Alex
“The Champagne Vinegar is 🤌”
What’s in it:
• Rapture is a raw Balsamic Vinegar that is double fermented with California zinfandel grapes and ripe Triple Crown blackberries.
• Parasol is a raw Champagne Vinegar that is double fermented with California chardonnay grapes and juicy Navel and Valencia oranges.
What’s it cost: $44
