Our JJD Gift Guide for 2022

Who doesn't love the thrill of watching someone open a gift that you've chosen especially for them? We've got you covered with our 2022 Gift Guide - a unique and curated gift list of our favorite things - some of them from our hometown of Pittsburgh, PA!

Read on to see what will make your friends and family smile with delight as they unwrap their gift this year!

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For the Food Enthusiast

Gorgeous goblets, the Oil & Vinegar store (try the date & bacon vinegar!) and a family-fun outdoor pizza oven - you're sure to find the perfect gift for the food lover in your life!

1. Eternal Snow Goblets, Set of 4

2. Staub Cast Iron Cocuette, 5.5 Quart, in Basil (other colors available)

3. Ooni Pizza Oven

4. Specialty Oil and Vinegar Set from Oil and Vinegar in Seven Fields, PA

5. Nitro Cold Brew Coffee Maker

6. Cocktail Smoker Kit from Crafthouse by Fortessa

7. Brooklyn Slate Cheese Boards

8. "Around the Board" Cookbook by Emily Delaney

For the Book Lover

For the one who always has a book in their hand (and three more waiting to be started), these gifts celebrate their favorite past time.

1. Library Card Book Tote

2. Kindle Paperwhite

3. "One More Chapter" Sweatshirt

4. Bookends

5. Rechargeable Book Light

6. Literary Candle Collection

7. Customized Book Embosser

For the Techie

From an on-demand mute button for their laptop, to an outdoor projector and screen that's sure to be the hit of next summer's movie night, gift them one of these selections and see them light up!

1. Video Conference Mute Button

2. Bluetooth Beanie Hat

3. Courant Mag2 Wireless Charger for iPhone and Airpods

4. SAMSUNG Galaxy Buds, Mystic Bronze

5. Google Pixel Watch

6. KODAK Inflatable Outdoor Projector Screen

7. Anker NEBULA Capsule, Smart Wi-Fi Mini Projector

8. Sonos Portable Wireless + Waterproof Speaker

For the Kids

From a kid-friendly 3D printer to a make-your-own smores kit (with real toasty marshmallows!), our picks are sure to please the kiddos in your life with high-and low-tech gifts.

1. Meditation Mouse

2. KidiZoom Creator Cam

3. Science of Cooking: Ice Cream

4. Harry Potter Hogwarts Crest Light Sign with Magical Wand Control

5. 3D Printer

6. Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Tales of Extraordinary Women 

7. All-New Echo Dot, 5th Generation, for Kids

8. Melissa & Doug Let's Explore Campfire S'Mores Play Set

For Her

Seasonal scents from 837 North Candles (crafted in Pittsburgh, PA) or a genius scrunchie with a hidden pocket are just a few of our picks that provide a bit of fun or luxe for her to enjoy.

1. Calming Shower Steamers Gift Set

2. Hidden Pocket Scrunchies

3. Modepaleis 10-Piece Fragrance Set

4. Cashmere Throw

5. J CREW cotton long-sleeve pajama set

6. 837 North Candles, based in Pittsburgh PA

For Him

Elevate his everyday essentials with some luxe gifts that will bring a smile to his face, like a new shaving kit, or a warm and cozy cashmere scarf.

1. Steel City Logo Long Sleeve T

2. Leather Toiletry Travel Bag

3. Double Face Cashmere Scarf

4. The Art of Shaving Full Size Kit

5. MLB Game Used Baseball Bat Bottle Opener

6. Patagonia Men's Down Sweater Hooded Jacket

7. Hydro Flask Day Insulated Soft Cooler

8. Spiceology Global Flavors BBQ Rubs and Seasoning Set