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It can be a challenge figuring out what gift to give a host that’s beyond the ho-hum bottle of wine. You want to show that you’ve put some real thought into selecting a gift that shows your appreciation for the invitation and hospitality. But let’s face it – looking for the perfect host gift can often lead to a rabbit hole of indecisiveness and confusion.

Not to fret! We rounded up a mix of fun, useful and delicious gift ideas, and in varying price points, to help make gift-giving easy this summer. We recommend gathering a few gifts at the beginning of the season so you have a host gift at the ready for any last-minute party plans. Smokehouse by Thoughtfully Grilling Spices This gift was made for any BBQ connoisseur who is likely to spend most of the summer out on the deck and by the grill.

With 20 assorted flavours of spices and rubs, such as lime chipotle and black cajun, they won’t soon get bored of different ways to dress up their summer meals. $49.99 on Amazon Story continues below advertisement Ring Toss Varsity Stripe Game An outdoor party isn’t complete without at least one family-friendly game to entertain.

Your host will appreciate a new addition to their party games collection. While ladderball is always a favourite, your host may prefer a mor.