Do you pull your hair out every festive season, wondering what to buy for his Christmas stocking? While most men at some time, have been way off the ‘good gift radar’, presenting us with the newest model of dishwasher, toolkit or vacuum cleaner, most of us women get quite stressed out in our pursuit of the perfect man gift. This festive season, to save you from pulling your hair out, we’ve come up with a few funky ideas for him.
MINI RETRO DESK FRIDGE
@KOOLATRON
WWW.WAYFAIR.CO.UK
A simple and stylish way for him to keep his favourite can of something ice-cold while he’s slogging away at his desk. Simply plug in and after five minutes it provides a cool 8.5 degrees home to canned drinks or food of your choice. The fridge fits 6 x 330 ml cans. This black Retro Desk Fridge from Koolatron is priced at £53.78 from Wayfair – in the sale now – and is bound to make him smile when he opens this Christmas.
PAUL NEWMAN AUTOBIOGRAPHY
@SURREYFASHIONWEEKUK
WWW.JUMBLEBEE.CO.UK/SFW2022SILENTAUCTION
In 2008, Paul Newman tasked his best friend with interviewing the people who had shaped his life, in order to create an oral history of it. After hearing and reading what they had to say, Newman dictated his own version. Now, this long-lost candid, unvarnished memoir of an American icon can be yours. Full of wonderful stories and recollections by his family, friends and luminaries including Tom Cruise, George Roy Hill and Martin Ritt.
POPULAR CARD GAMES
01372 276219
Popular Card Games is full of exciting card game challenges! This magnificent game set includes rules to thirty-five-well known and interesting card games, two decks of cards, game money and a scoring block – everything you need for a night of card games. With this great set, you will have fun for hours. A perfect gift for him this Christmas and a great stocking filler for any man in your life.
LIQUID GOLD WHISKY
01372 277713
WWW.LIQUIDGOLDWHISKYCO.COM
Give the gift of Whisky to that special man in your life. For your festive drink needs come and chat with the team or check out our website. Choose from an impressive array of Liquid Gold Whisky Co. gift selection boxes or beautifully packaged boxes of spirits ranging from £50 – £250. Head down to Ashtead High Street to see the full collection from the purveyors of fine whisky and sprits. You can also sign up for a membership to get exclusive access to their fantastic events and tastings.
HOWARD & CO. ATTIRE
@HOWARDANDCO_ATTIRE
DARRANHOWARD@GMAIL.COM
Get him into the fashion forward suit wearing clan! Fed up with him permanently in jeans and tracksuits, well get the finest handcrafted attire from Kent based fashion label Howard & Co Attire for only £495 including suit jacket, waistcoat, cravat and trousers. They hand tailor suits for all occasions, focusing on dapper menswear and handmade shoes. Favoured by celebrities including pro boxer and Love Islander Idris Virgo and Warren Phillips.
TRANSFORM YOUR GARDEN
@THEGARDENALCHEMIST
The Garden Alchemist can transform your outdoor space, creating your dream garden whatever your budget and design needs. Only working with trusted trades, landscapers and suppliers across the breadth of Surrey, with three decades experience in design and horticulture, no job is too big or too small. With a vast knowledge 3D design, The Garden Alchemist can totally immerse you in your new dream garden. Now offering 25% off for Surrey Rocks readers.
SILENT POOL DISTILLERY TOURS
01483 229136
WWW.SILENTPOOLDISTILLERS.COM
Dive into the world of the Silent Pool Distillery on an immersive 90-minute distillery tour, showing you where the magic of gin production takes place, as well as finding out a few secrets behind the Silent Pool Gin recipe. Wander down to the banks of the Silent Pool to learn of its eerie history and how its legend inspired the gin. The tour finishes off with a full tasting of Silent Pool Gins, going on to sample a number of Small Batch Range of gins, cordials and aperitivos.
SILVER JEWELLERY
@SERGEDENIMES
WWW.SERGEDENIMES.COM
Design-led jewellery brand Serge DeNimes creates premium but affordable rings, necklaces, bracelets and earrings. All products are from the high-shine Silver Cross Necklace in Sterling Silver, hallmarked by the Goldsmiths’ Company Assay Office verifying its quality. Serge DeNimes produces premium, but affordable silver jewellery released in 3-4 collections per year, each with a unique theme and narrative behind each one.
GROOMED & WONDERFUL
01372 276219
A neat little grooming kit for those who like to stay immaculately trimmed – and perfect for travel wherever they go! The handy storage tin will make a perfect stocking filler and includes an elegant pear wood comb, fold-away nail clippers, sturdy stainless steel scissors and tweezers. Good for the home, perfect for trips away. Priced at only £12.99. Tin size 11x11x3.3cm.
COCKTAIL MAKER
@DRINKWORKS
WWW.MASTEROFMALT.COM
Is he always messing up your cocktails?! Then this nifty little number from Drinkworks for £399 allows him to simply put in a cocktail pod and make cocktails in under a minute by just the touch of a button. With 30 plus different cocktail variations to choose from you can wow guests with your cocktail making expertise! The Drinksworks Home Bar has an onboard chilling and carbonation device to make chilled, bubbly cocktails for you and your friends.
ITALIAN HAMPER
01372 372771
Italian wine bar and delicatessen, Trend 1, based in Leatherhead are offering hampers which make a perfect gift idea for your loved ones this Christmas – packed full of Italian goodies. It can be personalised too to suit cheese, meat, dessert or wine lovers or a mix of all four. Pop in and ask Giovanni and the team to create something special at a budget to suit you.
COCKTAIL MASTERCLASS
@THEGINKITCHEN
The Gin Kitchen Cocktail Masterclass provides the perfect skills to wow friends, family and loved ones. Held in the characterful Calf Shed bar, framed by rustic beams and cosy lighting, the stage is set to discover the flair and finesse of creative cocktail making. Guided through the ingredients, bar tools, techniques and tips under the expert tutelage of a cocktail bartender, learn to make the most beautiful, delectable drinks as part of this fun and fabulous experience.
LUC CLOTHING
@LUCCLOTHING
WWW.LUCCLOTHING.COM
Luc Clothing have just dropped their new collection of loungewear consisting of hoodies, sweatshirts, T-shirts and tracksuits. This uber cool brand from You Tube sensations, Woody and Kleiny – who recently presented for ITV’s Tik Tok “I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!” The brand has become a smash hit since its launch in 2018 with celeb fans including footballer Mario Balotelli, Chris Hughes and Alex Murphy.
ROLEX GMT-MASTER II
@ROLEX
If budget is not an option this year ladies, gifting him a watch like this new Rolex GMT Master II from Rolex will mightily impress him. This watch made from Oyster Steel featuring a black dial, two colour Cerachrom bezel insert in a blue and black ceramic with a Jubilee bracelet will ensure he loves you forever! Prices start from £22,000.
SURREY ROCKS PRINT ISSUE
@SURREY_ROCKS
WWW.ROCKSMAG.COM/SURREY
Love Surrey? You will love Surrey Rocks Magazine’s print issue coming out in January 2023 detailing the best our county has to offer. Their What’s On and Calendar tell you the coolest events coming up in 2023, Gastronomy Guide, the best restaurants and Fashion Guide, the best fashion and more! Plus, three features including the 7 Wonders of Surrey and the big reveal of the nominees for the Surrey Awards 2023.
FESTIVE + FEAST
@63RDAND1ST
For only £35 per person, enjoy a three-course festive menu for him. Start with a selection of small plates including Prosciutto with Spiced Fig Chutney, Lobster + Shrimp Bon Bon and Jammy Chicken Lollipops. Then choose a main; Vermouth Poached Turkey, Blade of Beef or Roasted Salmon and a selection of festive sides including Pigs ‘n’ Blankets, Roast Potatoes and Maple Glazed Parsnips. Finish with desserts including Molten Lava Chocolate Tart and Winter Trifle.
