To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at Portage Times asked our friends at The Grommet for their latest and greatest practical gift suggestions for 2021.
These guides are geared towards specific interests. You’ll be able to find something for even the toughest person on your Christmas shopping list.
Top 5 Grilling Gifts
1) Grilling Spice Gift Set

Fire up the grill with some new flavors. This set of grilling spices was curated to help take grilled proteins and veggies in a tasty new direction. It includes three of Curio Spice Co.’s signature (and unique) spice blends along with applewood smoked sea salt from Maine and recipe cards for inspiration. It’s all directly sourced from growers and farms to ensure freshness and purity.
2) Q-Swiper Grill Scrubber Set

Reach for grill wipes instead of a bristle brush the next time you’re ready to clean the grill. The bristle-free Q-Swiper Grill Cleaning Wipe System features a stainless steel scraper to remove burnt-on food, a flexible scrubbing pad, and tough, grease-absorbing wipes—with food-contact safe cleaning agents—to let you get between the grates for a fresh, grime-free surface every time.
3) Original Round Cutting Board

The wood from this self-healing, end grain cutting board is harvested and assembled in a small, Nova Scotia mill. They cut it to expose the intricate patterns and gradients of the growth rings. But besides the aesthetic benefits, the fibers are lined vertically to close and heal after you’ve cut them. That keeps knives sharper and your board cleaner. It even has rubber feet to prevent moisture from getting trapped. With proper care and seasoning, this heirloom Larch Wood board will last you a lifetime.
4) Mosquito Repellent Incense Sticks

Ward off pests with natural mosquito repellent incense sticks. High concentrations of citronella, cedarwood, rosemary, and other oils naturally combat mosquitoes and smell great, too. This formula doesn’t contain any DEET or petroleum, and the incense is clean-burning, so you can feel good about using it.
5) Pizza Oven for Gas Grill

This stainless steel insert transforms a gas grill into a grill top pizza oven. It sits on the grill grate and is designed to maintain and circulate heat to cook a crispy pizza in about eight minutes.