Usher in a Masala Renaissance ($95): From Oakland-based Sana Javeri Kadri's Diaspora Co., this six-pack of South Asian spice blends is guaranteed to knock their aprons off. No dish will ever be bland again with the flavors of chai, haldi doodh, garam, and more all sourced from small, regenerative family farms. // Shop online at diasporaco.com.

Oakland-based Whitney Sharpe’s sculptural pieces in elegant geometric shapes are the right blend of fine art and whimsy. The Allelos candelabra ($180, top right) has perfectly rounded curves and a beautiful speckle finish. // Shop online at thelatchkey.com.

Get your guys on the road to healthy skin with Jaxon's Lane's travel skincare set ($50). It includes a pair of gel eye masks, moisturizer, sunscreen, and face wash all in a waterproof pouch. ICYMI: dermatologist darling Jaxon Lane is a SF men's grooming brand that uses advanced Korean technology and natural ingredients in its products. // Shop online atjaxonlane.com.

For the art lover who's always wanted to learn to paint, nothing could be more bucket list–worthy than a creative retreat to Puglia, Italy. Founded by one of our favorite Bay Area artists, Caroline Lizarraga, and her Italian husband, Curiosare Italia hosts luxurious experiences featuring painting classes from the master herself paired with culinary adventures, architecture tours, meetups with local artisans, and more. Plus, guests get to stay in a stunning Italian villa. Classes are offered in the fall and spring (May 7-14 and 14-21, 2023); total amateurs are welcome.

// Starting at $5,000 for the week; learn more and reserve a spot at curiosareitalia.com.

The newest must-have item for all wellness junkies: nootropics, aka supplements that may have a positive impact on the brain, helping to enhance certain cognitive functions. The Bay Area founders behind No. 8 put all those good-for-you benefits into deliciousgummies geared toward focus (matcha and mint), energy (ginger and yuzu), sleep (elderberry and peach), and calm (lychee and pear). Give the best of all worlds with No. 8's Harmony Set of four ($198). // Shop online at8.health.

Before any traveler hits the road, they’ll want to make sure their devices are protected and prepped for potentially bumpy terrain. Casetify's Y2K collection of phone cases ($72-$98) are as extreme as they sound—bounce-proof, MagSafe, and designed to take serious impact. Plus, they come in an array of funky artist-designed prints like magic mushrooms, leopard, and groovy '60s themes. Look for the brand's first U.S. brick and mortar store to open in Santa Clara soon. // Shop online at casetify.com.

Keep the goats bouncing and the turkeys gobbling all year round with a fun, farm-themed gift from Sonoma’s Goatlandia Farm Animal Sanctuary, which rescues farm animals in need and educates and empowers people to look beyond animal agriculture to plant-based alternatives. Among our favorites this year are their illustrated note cards ($5.50-$15) featuring rescued animals from the farm, their fashionable goat hoodies and tees ($25-$50), and their 2023 barnyard calendar ($30). For a more experiential gift, sign up for a private tour or a goat hike with lunch. // 2336 Olivet Ln. (Santa Rosa), goatlandia.org

Launched by two design-loving mamas, Ligaya Tichy (founder of Wild Child) and art kit creator Alex Aranda, Majo Ideas' new collection of activity books featuring a range of artists ($21/one-time purchase, monthly subscriptions available) takes aim at helping kids develop skills and vocabulary in a whole new way. Volume 1 centers around color and includes sticker sheets, mini mailable postcards, and holographic vinyl. // Shop online at majoideas.com.