The New York Times - Gifts you can get at the grocery store

A closeup of a block of uncooked ramen noodles wrapped in a pink bow.

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Realizing on December 24 that, despite your best make-a-list-and-check-it-twice intentions, you’ve forgotten to get a Christmas gift for someone is ... unfortunate. But don’t worry.

Just enter the supermarket—as in, literally go enter your local grocery store. You’ll find a trove of surprisingly gift-worthy items that are likely still in stock, including higher-end versions of everyday staples and even a few Wirecutter picks.

Grocery store gifts we love→

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Gifts on aisle 2

Five different brands of olive oil pictured with a cheese board.

Our favorite olive oils

Put a bow on any of these bottles, and make a foodie’s day.

Twelve bottles of blanco tequila; all in various brands, shapes, and sizes; with a few lime slices scattered about.

The best blanco tequilas

Not all presents have to be solid. Liquid will do just fine.

An assortment of iced and decorated holiday cookies, on a white surface.

Everything you need to bake holiday cookies

From a nimble rolling pin to durable cookie cutters, these essentials can help make holiday baking easier.

We’re sure you’ve got the big holiday dinner all planned out. But if you need ideas for what to whip up in the morning, we think Melissa Clark’s new breakfast casserole recipe looks delicious.

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