$25 and Under

Gradient Puzzle

This 500 piece puzzle will challenge you or the diehard puzzle lover in your life, a zen conquest in gradient black and white or yellow and orange. Designed by Bryce Wilner, it’s 500 pieces and 18″ x 24″ when finished. Also available as a 1,000 piece puzzle in 20″ x 28″.

Added: November 2024

This product is sold by Areaware

Minimalist Leather Slippers for Kids

These minimalist handmade slippers come in 13 colors. Made from nubuck leather and sewn with linen thread, they are accessibly priced and great for gifting. Available in multiple sizes, they’re accessibly priced for your kids and anyone on your list.

Added: October 2024

This product is sold by CP Slippers

K Bloody Mary Mix

Founder Khia Nelson wears many hats, and from her work in catering, restaurants and bars she developed a fresh take on the classic Bloody Mary mix. It has just the right balance of spicy, savory and sweet and is great on its own, with a NA spirit, or alcohol. It’s vegan and organic, too. Price is for the 12 oz bottle, a 25 oz bottle is available for $18.

Added: October 2024

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Happy Valley Chocolate Bar

One of our favorite bars from beato Chocolates in Ojai, CA, a woman-owned company, is their Happy Valley Chocolate Bar—the valley referencing their own Ojai Valley, known for many things including its tasty Pixie tangerines. This Fair Trade, 72% bar features orange oil and is sprinkled with dried Pixie tangerine peel. Perfectly balanced with its citrus flavors, it’s a refreshing profile that benefits from the company’s terroir.

Added: September 2024

This product is sold by beato Chocolates

Nu Technical and Down Detergent

We believe in using the right tool for the job, and Arc’Teryx’s Nu Technical and Down Detergents do just that. Specially formulated to clean your technical and down apparel (and your down comforter too) at cool temperatures, these bleach- and plastic-free washes optimize waterproof materials and revitalize feathers and synthetic insulation. Note that the Nu Down Detergent is $18

Added: September 2024

The Body Wash Santal

Incorporating epsom salt, magnesium and pure sandalwood oil, The Body Wash in Santal is designed to help relax your muscles and your mind. It’s formulated using plant-based surfactants (like Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate) to be an effective cleanser without leaving your skin feeling dry or tight. Suitable for people with sensitive skin, it’s free from SLS, SLES, silicones, phthalates, parabens and PEGs. This silky soft body wash leaves your skin feeling refreshed and supple.

Added: September 2024

This product is sold by Necessaire

The Astrology Tea Collection

Magic Hour is a creative force in tea with its great blends and witty collections. On a recent visit to the Ojai, California-based tea maker we sampled several teas in their zodiac collection—Aries Garden of Eden Oolong, with its rose, blackberry, bergamot and reishi mushroom, was was a favorite. Great gifts, the teas are available in assorted bags and containers. Price is for a Sampler Pouch sized bag (which makes 10-15 cups).

Added: September 2024

This product is sold by Magic Hour

Dominique Ansel x Grands Moulins de Paris Pastry Flour

Celebrated NYC-based pastry chef Dominique Ansel of cronut fame and so much more (see our CH Video with him) has just launched an exciting new pastry flour. Made in partnership with Grands Moulins de Paris, France’s go-to professional flour company, this is the first time that his preferred blend is available to the public. The French grown and processed flour is milled to T55 giving it a lighter and fluffier consistency. It has a lower gluten content than most other flours and is intended for baking soft, fluffy things like chiffons, sponges, pancakes, crêpes, etc. Try it out with many baking recipes and feel the difference it makes. It is packaged at 750g / 1 lb 10oz.

Added: August 2024

This product is sold by Amazon

Hide and Seek Plush Volcano + Dinosaurs Dog Toy

This plush dog toy set features a volcano and six squeaky dinosaurs. Many dogs love the adventure of these sets, where a group of things live in a larger toy. You can pop a few treats in along with the creatures for even more stimulation. Also consider the cute photos of your dog with a dinosaur in its mouth. It measures 8.5″ x 9.5″ x 8.5″

Added: August 2024

This product is sold by AKC

Cotton Rib Ouroboros Jock

Multi hyphenate designer Joseph Aaron Segal brings playful energy to his range of clothing and home accessories, and the simplicity of his jock strap with a snake waistband is a refreshing find in a category populated with basic or tacky options. Available in black or white cotton with a contrasting ribbed waistband, these are made in the company’s Providence studio. Other styles and underwear versions are also available.

Added: July 2024

This product is sold by Pretty Snake

The Singularity Is Nearer: When We Merge with AI

For nineteen year’s Kurzweil’s The Singularity Is Near has been the standard bearer of the future of technology. Most of what he predicted then is now part of our daily lives. The Singularity Is Nearer: When We Merge with AI is an entirely new book with the same objective. While we’re always up for a fun, light summer read, this has captured our attention as we think about the rapid advancements in AI and how it’s impacting, or soon will be, nearly every aspect of our lives. He shares his views on biotechnology, after life technology, nanotechnology, AI, 3D printing and more. It’s not light or fun, but it’s certain to inform your understanding of the near future.

Added: July 2024

This product is sold by Viking / Penguin Random House

Tattoo Balm

Mad Rabbit’s all-natural tattoo balm brings together a suite of natural elements that provide moisture to your tattooed skin, helping make it brighter. Shea butter, cocoa butter, carnauba wax, almond oil, Frankincense and lavender, simply and effectively, provide the nourishment your tattooed skin needs.

Added: July 2024

This product is sold by Mad Rabbit

Euroscrubby

Euroscrubby’s upcycled cotton scrubby is a durable, machine or dishwasher washable item that handles all of your kitchen, bathroom and other scrubbing needs. Colorful, food-safe, inexpensive and versatile, these scrubbys outperform competitors. Price is for a 3-pack. Other options are available.

Added: June 2024

This product is sold by Amazon

Rainbow Crunchy Candy Puffs

Freeze Dried Moon Puffs freeze dries popular candy, putting a unique twist on it. Of their many options their Rainbow (and Rainbow Sour) Crunch Candy Puffs are our favorite—crunchy freeze dried Skittles bursting with flavor.

Added: May 2024

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GuruNanda Concentrated Mouthwash

We’ve finally found the effective, natural, eco-friendly mouthwash we’ve been looking for in our ongoing quest to reduce plastic use, with the bonus of also solving packing for travel. This concentrated Ayurvedic mouthwash features pure essential oils like clove, cardamom, fennel and peppermint with a touch of Stevia; it’s preservative free with nothing artificial added. We’ve found GuruNanda to be more effective than the many other natural products we tried. The small, 2 oz glass bottle features a concentrated mouthwash that provides up to 300 rinses, easily replacing the large plastic bottle you have at home and is perfect for travel, too.

Added: May 2024

This product is sold by GuruNanda

Salmon Squares

Introducing Kismet’s Slow Cooked Salmon Squares—a premium treat crafted with love and care for your cherished canine. These gourmet treats feature real salmon as the number one ingredient, slow-cooked to perfection to lock in both flavor and nutrients and they’re infused with antioxidant-rich superfoods that promote overall health, supporting your dog’s vitality and wellness. Every purchase of these tasty treats supports Kismet Cares, a philanthropic initiative that contributes to Project Street Vet and Paws for Life, making each bag of Slow Cooked Salmon Squares part of a larger mission to give back to the community and support animal welfare. Just launched this month, Kismet is the brainchild of Chrissy Teigen and John Legend and offers other treat formulations, nutritious food and cute merch.

Added: May 2024

This product is sold by Kismet

Kimchi Salt

This bright, tangy and flavorful sea salt hits all of kimchi’s tasting notes. Use it to liven up soups, eggs, fries and more. San Juan Island Sea Salt fully evaporates sea water in the summer sun to create their salt. This variety adds Gochugaru peppers, ginger and garlic and will definitely awaken your taste buds.

Added: April 2024

This product is sold by San Juan Island Sea Salt

Socks That Protect Sloths

Conscious Step creates socks, hoodies and candles that feature illustrations of a range causes—from protecting Sloths to building homes, planting trees and saving rainforests, providing meals to those in need, and many others. A donation is made for each item purchased, one small way for you to subtly share concern about our world and the many ways in which we can help make a difference, however small it may seem. Purchasing a pair of these socks sends $1 to Conservation International. Kids and toddler sizes, , footies and more are also available.

Added: March 2024

This product is sold by Conscious Step

Chaga Tincture

Family-owned and Oregon-based, Feral Fungi has been making premium mushroom supplements since 2016. Their line-up includes single mushroom tinctures, multi-mushroom blends as well as gummies. Their online store is highly educational and is organized by mushroom type, wellness benefit and even astrological alignment. Chaga is known for supporting the immune system and reducing inflammation so it’s a great supplement for almost everyone. Available as a single purchase or subscription in one or two ounce bottles, the mushrooms are ethically wild-harvested and extracted using a three stage process to maximize their effectiveness.

Added: March 2024

This product is sold by Feral Fungi

Campus B5 Notebook

Kokomo’s Campus notebooks—available in myriad versions—provide quality options for most needs. These inexpensive B5 notebooks open completely flat, making writing a breeze. This notebook is 50 pages and 6mm lined. Other sizes, colors and sheet volumes available.

Added: March 2024

This product is sold by Bungu

Genio Della (Frozen) Pizza

When we think of single-minded passion, vision and dedication, pizza chef and restauranteur Anthony Mangieri ranks high on our list. His celebrated Una Pizza Napoletana in NYC offers pizza in its purest form, perfectly cooked in a wood fired oven. You can’t always make it to your favorite pizzeria for a quality pie, and frustrated by the current frozen pizza offerings he took the challenge upon himself to create not just an acceptable, but an exceptional, frozen pizza. Made in Italy, Genio Della Pizza is now available in four traditional pies—Margherita, Marinara, Bianco, Broccoli Rabe. Pies use only the best, and most minimal ingredients, just like at the restaurant. Visit to find retailers near you, order locally on Fresh Direct, DashMart, GoPuff and Feed, or for national delivery on Goldbelly.

Added: February 2024

This product is sold by Genio Della Pizza

Printed Felt Pan Holder

A stylish, simple, sustainable, made in NY accessory to keep things cool in the kitchen. Made from natural felted wool which is printed with patterns, they are practical for dealing with hot pans, especially those with short handles, like cast iron. Available in several styles. Pot handles are also available.

Added: February 2024

This product is sold by Olga Joan

Expanding Dental Floss In a Refillable Dispenser + Refill

We’ve tried just about every brand of all-natural floss, packaged in paper or glass, and have not yet found a product that does the job. And though there are several great innovations in paper and glass packaging, we found that paper didn’t wear well in our travel kit. Then we tried Davids, and while it’s not perfectly eco-friendly it performs very well and makes every effort with currently available materials. It starts with the floss, which is made with polyester from recycled water bottles. The rest of the few ingredients include vegan wax, coco butter and essential mint oils. Importantly, the expanding floss performs extremely well, and in our tests rarely breaks (the main issue with all natural fiber options). Then there’s the plastic case, which is lightweight, well-engineered and easily refilled. If you aren’t familiar with the brand’s toothpaste, which comes in aluminum tubes, it’s also our top pick.

Added: January 2024

This product is sold by Davids

Heirloom Variety Box of Rare and Unusual Dates

Rancho Meladuco has been our go-to farm for California grown dates. A great snack, an ingredient in a recipe, or an addition to your cheese board, you’ll also discover some new flavors along the way. Their new two pound box is, as the name suggests, full of pitted heirloom dates that are likely less well known and definitely harder to find. They grow more than two dozen varietals, including old-world and new-world varietals including Abada, Empress, Mariana, Tarbazal, Honey and Riley. Each Heirloom Variety box is filled with a mix of whatever is ready to be harvested and comes with a seed planting kit so you can grow your own date tree.

Added: January 2024

This product is sold by Rancho Meladuco

Natural Bamboo Bandages

PATCH makes first-aid products that are eco-friendly and sustainable, including these hypoallergenic, latex-free bandages. Made from bamboo fiber, which has antioxidant properties, and featuring the company’s pressure sensitive adhesive and custom woven bamboo fabric pad, you can heal knowing you’re not damaging the environment. This B Corp also plants a tree for every online order. The value pack includes 100 bandages. Other designs and packages are available.

Added: January 2024

This product is sold by PATCH