The holiday season is in full swing. And while we’re eager to enjoy good food and even better company, there’s also the lingering pressure to find the perfect present for your loved ones. Luckily, Taste of Home editors have you covered. We’ve scoured the internet, tested hundreds of products and consulted experts to find gifts for everyone on your list. Ready to shop? Here’s what our team is putting underneath the tree.
How We Find the Best Gifts
Every gift guide starts with research. Once we’ve narrowed in on a topic, we spend hours considering dozens of products. We start by evaluating winners in firsthand tests led by our Product Testing Team and editors. Next, we consider any trending or new-to-the-market products. Finally, we fill in the gaps with quirky, fun or unusual finds that we’re confident will spark joy. In some cases, we’ll also consult with an expert to guide our selections. Think—our Test Kitchen pros in a “gift for foodies” guide or new moms for our “best baby shower gifts” roundup. You can trust that every gift featured on our site was handpicked and carefully considered by a Taste of Home writer or editor.
Why You Should Trust Us
Our editors are always on the hunt for top-notch gift ideas. We bring decades of experience to the table as product testers, home decorators and kitchen experts. The team is led by deputy editor Katie Bandurski, who has over eight years of experience writing for Better Homes & Gardens, Family Handyman, Reader’s Digest and, of course, Taste of Home. Katie has personally tested hundreds of giftable products, and she brings her passion for holidays and special occasions to every guide we publish. Her only goal is to help readers find quality products that will make their lives easier and more joyful.
