Any good retirement gifts for dear girlfriend in 40s?! $100 budget. She’s a Foodie, Travel fanatic, awesome mom, wife, friend and worked so hard for years.

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Janet Wallace · Answer

The Light You Shed Token: Catbird discontinued this...and then reissued it! The phrase is taken from a letter from RBG to Justice Brennan: "Dear Bill, See how the light you shed has spread! With appreciation, Ruth." I bought this during the first round and am thrilled it's back. It's SUCH a lovely gift.

Janet Wallace · Answer

Susan Shaw Sparks Fly Studs: My husband bought me my first Susan Shaw piece (a necklace) for Christmas, but these Sparks Fly Studs are on my wish list! Love pretty much everything from this Texas-based jeweler.

Dawson White · Answer

NYT 36 Hours in…: These books are my go-to gift for people who suddenly have more time on their hands. Well-curated weekend-long recommendations with food, lodging, activities, etc. They have them for myriad countries and regions.

Emilie Bienvenew · Answer

Fleur de sel au piment d'Espelette (Maison Arostéguy): Best salt for cooking and seasoning.

Bonus: get the ceramic version from Goicoechea pottery.

Emilie Bienvenew · Answer

Fun Vintage Pitcher: Entertain your love ones when pouring water!

Here is the french Pichet Canard Barbotine from Saint Clément

Emilie Bienvenew · Answer

Monin Syrups: I’m a big fan of MONIN syrups! The variety of flavours is incredible, the quality is consistently excellent, and the possibilities are almost endless.

From sophisticated cocktails to creative mocktails, or simply adding a little twist to sparkling water or homemade lemonade, there’s something for every taste and every age.

Perfect for entertaining and making both kids and grown-ups happy. Because who says the little ones can’t have fancy drinks too?

Emilie Bienvenew · Answer

Join a Food Tour during a trip: Whenever I discover a new city, I love joining a food tour. It’s one of my favourite ways to explore a place beyond the usual tourist spots.

You get to taste local specialities, discover little neighbourhoods and hidden gems you’d probably never stumble upon on your own, and — best of all — chat with local guides about what life is really like in their city and country. The kind of insights you won’t necessarily find in guidebooks or travel articles.

I’m particularly fond of No Diet Club, which offers street food tours in cities across Europe. Great food, great conversations, and a little local perspective.

Spines, Flicks, and Wax · Answer

Cavallini Papers & Co.: Beautiful notebooks, stationery, and vintage postcards for writing down memories, new adventures, or travelogues 😊

Sophia Lucchesi · Answer

goode company pecan pie: I have to give credit where credit is due: my sister’s college boyfriend sent one of these to our home for Christmas and I’ve been giving it as a gift ever since. It’s the best pecan pie you will ever have, and is the perfect thank you gift.