10 Best Passover Hostess Gift Ideas
Bringing any of these holiday-appropriate options to your seder will be regarded as a mitzvah.
Mar 23, 2023
The holiday of Passover (or Pesach) commemorates the Israelites' exodus from Egypt more than three millennia ago. Passover lasts for either seven or eight days, depending on which denomination of Judaism is observing the holiday. This year, it begins the evening of April 12 and goes until the evening of April 19 or 20.
To celebrate the holiday, Jewish people traditionally have a seder, a ritual meal that takes place on the first night (and, in some branches of Judaism, the second night as well). The word "seder" literally translates to "order," because there is a specific sequence in which everything is supposed to be done during the meal.
As you might imagine, it takes a lot of preparation to make sure everything during the seder is in place and runs smoothly. This special and joyous gathering often involves a large number of friends, family, and members of the community, and with all the specific instructions and ceremonial touches the hostess needs to consider, she can have a lot on her proverbial (seder) plate.
If you're attending a seder this year, you'll want to bring your hostess something that shows how much you appreciate her taking on such a meaningful event in her home. Here are 10 unique Passover hostess gifts that are sure to be celebrated.
10 Passover hostess gifts to bring to seder
Personalized butcher block cutting board
Personalized butcher block cutting board
Shop : Passover Personalized Butcher Block Cutting Board from Personalization Mall
This show-stopping slab of North American hardwood will wow your hostess with its heft — it weights almost 5 pounds! Every time she uses this personalized board to chop up the ingredients for her famous charoset or slice the brisket for future seders, she will remember your thoughtful gesture.
Shop : Passover Personalized Butcher Block Cutting Board from Personalization Mall
Hand-painted Shabbat candlesticks
Hand-painted Shabbat candlesticks
Shop : Matashi Hand-painted Shabbat Candlestick (2-piece Set) from 1-800-Flowers.com
Ceremonial candles are lit at the dinner, so gifting a special set of candlesticks would be lovely for future seders, and can be used all year long. This set from Matashi comes with two in your choice of 14 different beautiful crystal designs.
Shop : Matashi Hand-painted Shabbat Candlestick (2-piece Set) from 1-800-Flowers.com
Herb garden trio
Herb garden trio
Shop : Herb Garden Trio from 1-800-Flowers.com
Parsley and herbs are frequently incorporated into the rituals of the seder, so this gift makes sense. And if your hostess likes to cook or has a green thumb, she'll appreciate you bringing something that feeds into her interests and passions.
Shop : Herb Garden Trio from 1-800-Flowers.com
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