Gifts for the Hostess with the Mostess

With the holidays just around the corner, I started thinking about hostess gifts. We all know that a nice bottle of wine or some beautiful flowers are always appreciated, but I am hoping you all will have some more unique ideas. What do you like to give to your friends when they host a cocktail party, holiday dinner, or invite you over for a weekend stay? What was the best or most meaningful hostess gift you ever received?

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