If you’re looking for fun, useful, and actually good gifts this year, this list is for you. I pulled together my favourite baking tools, foodie finds, running and triathlon gear, and outdoorsy essentials. This is basically a list of all of the things I personally use, love, or would be thrilled to unwrap. They’re grouped by price point to make things easier, so you can find a lil somethin no matter your budget!
You can also find everything linked in one place on my Benable here:
2025 Gift Guide.
Note: Some of the links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase.
Gifts Under $20
Icon Juice Glassware Collection – $16+
I’m so unbelievably obsessed with these glasses. I want one for every niche interest I have, every holiday, OMG they’re perfect
Adjustable Stainless Steel Rolling Pin with Thickness Rings – $17.99
The perfect beginner-friendly baking tool (but also loved by experts like me) – the thickness rings make it super easy to roll uniform thickness for perfect cookies and doughs!
Bicycle-Themed Shower Curtain – $14.99
A quirky, fun gift for the cyclist in your life! I have this and it brings me so much joy 🙂
Custom Beaded Bracelets – $15+
Cute bracelets made by my friend Jaclyn! Perfect for friends, training buddies, and secret Santa
Foodie Ornaments – $19+
Sur La Table really popped off with these! I LOVE the macarons, and the everything bagel is iconic.
Mug Topper Cookie Cutters – $17.94
Such a fun and cute idea! This would also make a fun Christmas activity to bake and decorate together 🙂
Lightweight Running Headbands – $10
Keeps ears warm without overheating. Ideal for winter runs, dog walks, and outdoor workouts.
Edible Food Markers – $11.99
Perfect for adding tiny details (like eyeballs or lettering) without mixing a whole new batch of coloured icing for 3 mL of use. Great for cookie decorators and kids.
Swimming Pull Buoy – $15
A simple but super useful swim tool for triathletes – it seems a little random but it has a unique shape that I really love, and would be a treat to get as a gift!
Kitchen Scale – $19.99
Total game changer for baking and cooking. Once you switch to weighing ingredients instead of measuring cups, you never go back. Amazing gift for any serious (or aspiring) baker.
LED Hair Scrunchies for Running in the Dark – $20
Cute and functional. Helps with visibility on early morning or evening runs.
Anthropologie Mugs – $11+
I know a mug is a cliche gift but these are SO CUTE!!
Bombas Half Calf Running Socks – $30
No joke, the comfiest socks I own and my fav for running. I know socks as a gift is seen as lame, but I would LOVE to get these!! I’d also recommend like… everything from their website.
Race Belt – $11.72
A small, practical essential for runners and triathletes that somehow everyone forgets to buy.
NYT Cooking (1-year digital subscription) – $15
You can gift a year-long subscription for under $20 right now! Every recipe I’ve ever tried from these guys SLAPS. Perfect for any home cook looking for new inspiration.
Medal Holder – $19.99
A much-needed way to organize finisher medals instead of keeping them in a drawer. For extra bonus points, hang it up and arrange the medals as part of the gift.
Gifts Under $50
Hairstrong Band Scrunchies – $30+
They are cute and they actually keep your hair in place. The perfect gift for any long-haired athlete!
Sur La Table Smash Burger Kit – $39.95
My father would LOVE this, and I bet yours would too! It comes with a heavy press for that signature crispy edge and a stainless steel tray to keep things tidy.
Smartwool Ski Socks – $23+
Smartwool makes the best ski socks! They’re warm, breathable, and they last forever.
Deck The Halls Red Mixing Bowl – $33
It’s pretty, it’s festive, it’s useful… What’s not to love??
Altitude Gym Gift Card – $22+
Give em a chance to go climbing! Altitude is such a fun way to spend a few hours when the weather outside is not great. Technically you can get a card for only $10, but a day pass is $22, so that’s kinda the ideal amount to gift!
Metal Cake Decorating Turntable – $47.49
A smooth cake table = smooth buttercream. This is such a good upgrade for anyone who loves decorating cakes and wants to level up their technique.
Matching Fleece Neckwarmer + Headband Set – $26.99
I have this and it’s SO cozy and cute. The colours this company makes are the best (I got the pink set!).
Greyhound Key Rack & Leash Hanger – $36.85
Greyhound people are obsessed with their greyhounds!!! And it’s a functional piece of wall decor that actually gets used every day.
Heartbreakers Pizza + Wine Gift Card – $50
I declare Heartbreakers the best pizza in Ottawa (and their kale caesar salad is INSANE). Gift someone a tasty carb load!!!
Quality Cake Pans – $20+
The best cake pans – they’re the only ones I use. I know from experience that it’s hard to convince yourself to invest in good pans, but once you have them it’s LIFE CHANGING.
Gifts Under $200
Garmin Varia RTL515 – $199.99
HIGHLY recommend gifting this to loved ones. It’s a game changer for cycling safely outdoors!
The Fiona Beaded Bag – $98
I truly need the espresso martini one… and the CROISSANT ONE??! Wow.
Nordik Spa Village Chelsea Gift Card – $157+
If you live in Ottawa… you already know. Runners, cyclists, triathletes, stressed-out friends, parents… literally everyone loves Nordik!
lululemon Swiftly Tech Long-Sleeve Shirt 2.0 – $78
This is like… THE running shirt. Every runner I know has one. And would love to have more!!
Staub Stoneware 4-Piece Baking Dish Set – $169.96
It’s pretty, it’s practical, and it’s massively on sale! Great value for money here.
Canopy Packable Jacket – $130
I love this jacket cause it packs into a backpack, and I always wanna be able to strip layers if need be! It’s a fun gift cause it’s not just another jacket, it has a neat lil extra feature.
Shield Hybrid Vest 3.0 – $120
The vest I wear all winter for running. Warm and has great pockets! A thoughtful purchase if you want someone to have a better time running in the winter.
TheraGun Massage Gun – $199.99
I know I’m sorry I feel like these are on EVERY gift guide… but they’re good gifts!!!
lululemon Wonder Puff Mittens – $88
They’re cute, they’re trendy, they’re warm, they’re the perfect lil treat!
Splurge-Worthy Gifts
High-Quality Stand Mixer (I recommend KitchenAid) – $579.99
The ultimate baker’s gift! It lasts decades and unlocks whole new recipe categories. I got my KitchenAid for Christmas in 2011 and still use it daily. Best gift ever!!!
Garmin Running or Triathlon Watch – $879.99
I’ve kept this reco generic, since you probably wanna discuss with your person what kind of watch they may want. But if they’re a triathlete, the Fenix 7 is a great option!
Epic Day Pass – $224+
Get them the gift of a day (or multiple!) on the slopes together!!!
Salomon Speedcross 6 Gore-Tex – $210
A pair of trail runners that will keep their feet DRY is so clutch. A nice luxury that will help them have a good run, even when conditions aren’t fantastic!
Le Creuset Round Dutch Oven – $250+
The best “I’ll use this forever” kitchen gift. For sure a splurge item, but this says I LOVE YOU (and maybe cook for me sometime??)
Ooni Karu Outdoor Pizza Oven – $399
I’ve been eyeing this for so long, would be thrilled if I got it as a gift. Perfect for anyone who loves cooking outside, or likes to host!
Salomon QST 100 Skis – $749.95
If you’re gonna gift them skis, make sure they’re pretty skis!!
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