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The 26+ Passover Gifts to Bring to Seder Dinner This Year
From traditional Seder plates to luxe Kiddush cups and sweet Kosher treats, these are the best host and hostess gifts to bring to dinner this Passover
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Hosting a Passover seder is all about making cherished memories with family and friends — but it takes a lot of prep work to get there. From adding on top of the normal spring cleaning, to polishing the Kiddush Cup for Elijah, and making sure there’s enough time to slow-cook that brisket, this intimate evening means a lot of work. So along with reciting the four questions from the Haggadah, you should also be asking yourself: what am I going to get the host?
If you’ve been invited to a seder this year (the Jewish holiday starts the evening of April 22 and ends April 30), don’t just break out a bottle of wine (although we sure that will be much-appreciated). The best Passover gifts share a lot in common with a great hostess gift — something thoughtful, like festive decor and tchotchkes, or a yummy kosher treat (and it should be kosher) like raspberry jell rings and chocolate-covered matzo. Want to express your gratitude for the gracious invitation? Think of items specific to the holiday, like a matzah and afikomen cover. Or, consider a gift that can be used any time of year, like decorative printed napkins or a cookbook of Jewish recipes from around the globe.
To help you out, we’ve curated a list of perfect Passover hostess gifts that range from the practical to the whimsical (frog-themed salt and pepper shakers, anyone?). These are top-rated gifts with at least 4-star ratings that come from well-trusted brands, and will (hopefully) make the host forget about their Seder-related stress. Chag sameach and happy Passover!
1. Kate Spade New York Oak Street Seder Plate
$110.00
If the traditional seder plate had just been done up in pink, dayenu, but this playful, multi-colored porcelain take from Kate Spade is a standout. It features shining Hebrew characters for the ceremonial meals, and you can also buy a matching, post-modern kiddish cup to make this the trendiest seder on the block.
2. Passover Rooster Dinner Napkins (Set of 4)
$88
Inspired by a carmina figurata of a rooster in a Medieval Ashkenazi Haggadah, this napkin set will elevate the entire holiday table (although we do love paper napkins for quick clean-up). The embroidery with Hebrew writing is a meaningful touch that we’re sure they would appreciate over another piece of decor with “oy vey” on it.
3. Adora Rituals Miriam’s Timbrel Passover Tray
$46 $58 21% off
Now you can give Miriam a place at the seder with this Timbrel matzah plate, featuring our alchemical interpretation of her legendary hand drum. Hand-crafted from sustainable birch with black and gold accents, it’s stylish way to serve up food (and feminist values) along with adding an orange to the seder plate.
4. Economy Candy x Goldbelly Passover Candycare Pack
$89.95
An easy solution to finding Passover goodies at your local grocery store is to just impress your host with a gift pack stocked with an assortment of Passover-friendly favorites from the Lower East Side landmark, Economy Candy. Think: macaroons, chocolate covered matzoh, jelly rings, fruit slices, dried fruits and nuts.
5. Matzah Printed Fleece Throw Blanket
$28.00
Look, we like to have fun here, and if your host is more the casual seder type, this cozy matzah-printed throw blanket fits the bill. They can use it for after-dinner naps on the couch, watching movies with the family, or just to toss over their couch as a fun piece of decor (the cousin of the viral tortilla blanket).
6. La Chatelaine Hand Cream Trio Tin Gift Set
$29.00
Prepping for guests, or just trying to clean up after them? This set of three hand creams will give the host some much needed self-care, and are made with a high concentration of shea butter, vitamin E and argan oil to deeply moisturize and nourish tired, over-worked hands.
7. Taja Collection Passover Candle
$59 $79 25% off
Beyond the regular Shabbat candles, you can help illuminate their Passover celebration with this engraved holiday candle. The 100% soy wax candle is elegantly designed with notes of freshly-cut roses, which brings a sweet and floral ambiance to the Seder table if you don’t just want to show up with a bouquet of flowers.
8. The Jewish Cookbook by Leah Koenig
$39.49 $54.95 28% off
You won’t find a more well-researched and internationally-focused cookbook for the Jewish diaspora than Leah Koenig’s The Jewish Cookbook. The cookbook includes more than 400 recipes, including controbutions from famous chefs all around the world, like Yotam Ottolenghi, Michael Solomonov, and Alex Raij. You’ll find everything from old-school staples (charoset), to innovative noshes (pumpkin challah) galore, with info explaining the cultural relevance of each dish, as well as tips on how to serve them.
9. A&S Mezuzot Quartz Mezuzah Case
$59.98
You can bless their home with more than just your presence this Passover — this stylish quartz-marble case for their mezuzah is sandblasted with an engraved “SHIN” design, creating a unique look that matches any home decor. It can fit up to a 5-inch kosher mezuzah scroll, and come with strong double-sided tape for easy installation.
10. MacKenzie-Childs Frog Salt & Pepper Set
$49
Bring a little plague-themed décor action to the Passover dinner table with these sleek froggy salt and pepper shakers. This pair of regal Courtly Check frogs are presented in a gift box (so you don’t have to do any extra wrapping), it make an ideal gift for the host who loves unique table settings.
11. Michael Aram Matzah Plate
$95
While matzo isn’t exactly very glamorous, this unique serving plate that looks just like the unleavened cracker certainly is. Handcrafted with shining nickelplate, it’s sure to be a standout on their Passover table (especially if you fill it up with this decadent chocolate-covered matzo).
12. ‘Dayenu’ Acrylic Earrings
$15
While these might seem a little silly, if your hostess loves to dress to the theme, these ‘Dayenu’ earrings would certainly be enough for them. Per the artist, ‘Dayenu’ is equal parts “a familiar part of the Passover Seder, an infernally catchy song, and a reminder to feel gratitude for what has been given, or perhaps even a way to say “enough already!'”.
13. Brightland The Luminous Capsule
$88
Brightland’s buzzy cold-pressed olive oil is the gift that keeps on giving (as a tasty part of meals to come, or just drizzled over matzo). The Luminous Capsule is great for hosting, since you get a raw Champagne vinegar that’s double fermented and a floral Orange Blossom Honey along with the oil. Besides looking stylish, the glass bottles actually protect the oil from damaging light, which will retain the secondary flavors of garlic, basil, lemon, and chili, too.
14. Oh Nuts! Kosher Fruit and Nut Gift Tray
$17.99 $18.99 5% off
You can order this seriously stocked gift tray and surprise the host ahead of time with 18 different types of dried fruits and nuts with a fancy presentation. This box includes kosher-friendly snacks like Medjool dates, Turkish apricots, California peaches and more.
15. Yair Emanuel Tree of Life Kiddush Cup
$69.90
This Kiddush cup makes an ideal gift for anyone hosting Passover for the first time. Designed by famous Judaica artist Yair Emanuel from his Jerusalem-based studio, this cup features a tree of life motif that symbolizes hope, and is sure to become an heirloom they can use for years to come.
16. Barbara Shaw Matzah Cover and Afikoman Bag
$45.00
This hand screen-printed gold mosaic matzah cover and Afikoman set will draw the attention of Seder guests and feel more personal than any plain towel could. The matzah cover has a gold flower motif with the Hebrew words ‘Mah Nishta na halayla haze (why is this night different?)’, and the Afikoman cover has the Hebrew word Afikoman at it’s centre.
17. Lodge Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven
$79.90
Everyone has their own secret to the best brisket, but the real secret weapon you should be gifting is Lodge’s enameled cast iron dutch oven. Unparalleled for heat retention and even cooking, this workhorse of a pot can not only sauté on the stove, but broil, braise, or roast in the oven up to 500°F. The best of form and function, this is the right tool for serving memorable Passover meals that not even their aunts can judge.
18. Morgan Wine Glasses (Set of 4)
$56
The “it” wine glasses right now, treat your host (and their dinner guests) to a colorful tablescape using these chromatic glasses. This set of four crafted borosilicate wine glasses is available in eight different hues and have a beautiful transparency so you can stare down all that kosher wine that’ll be flowing.
19. Bouqs Co. Blossom Delivery
$54
There’s nothing more classic than bringing over a beautiful bouquet of blooms when visiting someone else’s home. Get a head start with one of our favorite flower subscription services, which has tons of gorgeous bouquets available for delivery throughout Passover. This bunch of spring blossoms will bring them a big pop of color with pink carnations, pink lilies, peach roses, and blue delphinium.
20. Hedley & Bennett x Rifle Paper Co. Herb Garden Crossback Apron
$125
For the person actually braving the stove this Passover, Hedley & Bennett’s Crossback Apron is a seriously good gift for serious cooks. Beloved by professional chefs and amateurs alike, the apron is made from stain-resistant, pro-grade machine washable material, so it’ll stay fresh longer. Functional and comfortable, this collab with Rifle Paper Co. is themed after a spring herb garden (hopefully with some bitter herbs in there).
21. Embroidered Pomegranate Folding Basket Matzah Holder
$34.90
This elegant folding basket is the perfect place to store challah or matzah for Passover and definitely beats having to use a flimsy plastic holder. The basket is made of cream-colored raw silk and is then embroidered with a multicolored pomegranate design, a reminder that there’s goodness in each and every one of us (even the most frustrating of Seder guests).
22. Seder Plate Silver Cuff Links
$35
If your host is planning to wear a particularly dapper fit to dinner, these Passover cuff links will be the talk of the Seder. The detail on these are just amazing, and you can see clearly every item on the seder plate. The cuff links are made of shining pewter and measure .75 inches in diameter, with the center of the seder plate inscribed with “Pesach,” the Hebrew word for Passover.
23. Homeries Marble Wine Chiller Bucket
$34.99
This wine chiller is stylish, modern, and best of all, under $40. When your host isn’t keeping that bubbly at the proper temp, they can use it as a vase to show off bouquets and floral arrangements.
24. Seed + Mill Halva Fan Favorites Trio
$44.95
Halva is a flaky Middle Eastern candy that’s tahini-based and made by hand, but NYC’s Seed + Mill have elevated it further with ingredients like tart cherry and rich pistachios. This fan favorites gift set is perfect for dessert on its own, crumbled on ice cream, or baked into cookies.
25. Marble & Brass Monogram Board
$49.95
You can’t go wrong with a personalized gift like this monogram board from Williams Sonoma, which will definitely give them a luxe assist on the entertaining front. The pairing of white marble and polished brass is also just oh so classy.
26. The Passcaken
$99.95
Questionable name, insanely creative dessert — developed by NYC pastry chef Zac Young, the Passcaken is the turducken of Passover: a matzo-crusted coconut macaroon pie topped with flourless chocolate cake and raspberry mousse, garnished with gilded chocolate and sea salt matzo crumble. One thing to note is that while the Passcaken is made with Kosher for Passover ingredients, the cake isn’t officially certified Kosher, so keep that in mind if you’re bringing it over.