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Lap of luxury from head to toe

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The Millennial man in your life might not expect slippers, but he’ll surely welcome the idea of thoughtful athome luxury. As everyday as it is impressive, this soft, hand-sewn pair is made of vegetable-tanned, breathable leather sturdy enough to endure a quick coffee run. FEIT men’s slippers, $500, A B Fits, 1519 Grant Ave., S.F., www.feitdirect.com. Created at the St. George distillery in Alameda, this small-batch, single malt Scotch whisky will surprise the spirits connoisseu­r in your circle, thanks to a unique aging process involving casks that previously held wine and Japanese-style plum liquor. The result is crisp, with a touch of sweetness. St.

$65; try local spirit stores such as K&L, www.klwines.com. Who wouldn’t want a spark of creativity in the upcoming year? This clever matchbox contains 50 matches with creative prompts like “Create something from nature” that will keep the recipient busy well into 2020. Between activities, it will also look great on the coffee table.

$12.95, www.chronicleb­ooks.com. A box of addictive, gluten-free pastries by one of the Bay Area’s most beloved wholesaler­s is a gift perfect for a sweet-toothed recipient. Choose from ube, matcha, churro or Thai tea muffins. Mochi muffins, $4.50, Third Culture Bakery, 2701 Eighth St., Berkeley. In a foodie kitchen filled with high-tech equipment, this profession­al G-Fusion Teton Edge knife will be the sleeper hit. A modern twist on the classic Japanese Santoku, its highperfor­ming alloyed steel is ready to take on the sturdiest of vegetables. A slick leather case and a bold, colorful handle add to the visual appeal. New West Knifeworks knife, $299, 1380 Main St., Suite. 102, St. Helena, www.newwestkni­feworks.com

Sydney Evan Rainbow necklace,

“Edibles: Small Bites for the Modern Cannabis Kitchen” makes a strong case for photogenic cannabis-infused culinary experiment­s. Written by Stephanie Hua, the woman behind the elevated marshmallo­w brand Mellows, it will put a smile on the face of any adventurou­s relative. Chronicle Books, $19.95, www.chronicleb­ooks.com

 ?? Russell Yip / The Chronicle; styled by Lauren Benward Krause ?? George Spirits Baller Whiskey,Chronicle Books Spark Creativity matchbox,
Russell Yip / The Chronicle; styled by Lauren Benward Krause George Spirits Baller Whiskey,Chronicle Books Spark Creativity matchbox,
 ?? Russell Yip / The Chronicle ?? Not all caps are created equal. Some are made in Japan, include an inner leather sweat-resistant headband, and utilize high-quality fabrics like trendy corduroy and soft velvet. Know a special guy whose life is unimaginab­le without a hat? Look no further. Poten baseball hats, $95, Self Edge, 714 Valencia St., S.F., www.selfedge.com. $860, www.sydneyevan.com. Edibles aren’t what they used to be, and
Russell Yip / The Chronicle Not all caps are created equal. Some are made in Japan, include an inner leather sweat-resistant headband, and utilize high-quality fabrics like trendy corduroy and soft velvet. Know a special guy whose life is unimaginab­le without a hat? Look no further. Poten baseball hats, $95, Self Edge, 714 Valencia St., S.F., www.selfedge.com. $860, www.sydneyevan.com. Edibles aren’t what they used to be, and

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