Guys aren’t that hard to buy for, even though some might say differently. For most guys, there’s always some gadget or gear they’re lusting after. Yet, without fail, many women make the mistake of buying clothes for a guy. This isn’t a mistake in and of itself, the problem comes when ladies buy their guys the type of clothes they themselves like, or might want to see their guy wear — then become dismayed when the guy doesn’t wear it [...]

In theory, women should be pretty easy to shop for with the plethora of female products on the market, but we know sometimes guys need a bit of help. Just look at Doug’s ridiculous post on the subject. Clearly, he needs help. Here’s your gift guide to finding fun and interesting presents for the women in your life. There’s been a lot of buzz around this new fragrance by Helena Rubinstein for Demi Moore, Wanted. Just take a peek at [...]

Fellas, if you’ve been wondering what to get the women in your life, this is the post for you. Let’s break it down a bit. Now, most of the time here at GauchoBlog, we slant things towards savings. Not today. You know why? Listen — when you buy your women a gift, you better make sure you focus on finding the right thing. Focus on making her happy. This doesn’t mean spending a lot of money. Maybe. But if you [...]

You can almost bet on having a friend or family member that would relish receiving a cool or useful new kitchen something-or-other. There are two reasons for this: 1) Cooking can be repetitive. Anything that makes it easier can be a plus. 2) Cooking can be repetitive (most people eat several times a day), so anything that can inspire new flavors or approaches can be a delight. So, here are 8 great kitchen gifts to make cooking easier and tastier. [...]

This holiday season, it’s important to remember that Christmas is not just about receiving. More importantly it’s about giving, and giving doesn’t constitute gifts to just family and friends. It can be an extremely rewarding experience to give to someone in need who doesn’t ask for the latest gadget from Apple, but just a chance to go to school, get clean water or have a positive outlook for the future. Isn’t that enough to give you a warm feeling inside? [...]

Inspired by 6 Geese a-laying, today’s post focuses on some golden eggs of geek gear gifts. Remember, golden eggs aren’t always cheap. But there’s quite an assortment in this half dozen. 1. The Copenhagen Wheel I call it the ‘Freshencycle’ because it’s so fresh. The Copenhagen Wheel turns any regular bike into a hybrid e-bike controlled by your smartphone. Go ahead. Read that sentence again. That’s right. It captures energy while pedaling and braking to propel you on your way [...]

Guys, there’s nothing that ladies like more than jewelry. If they say otherwise, they lie. If you have a great women in your life that you want to make happy, buying her jewelry for a gift is a smart move. There’s a reason that this is the most popular time of the year to get engaged and give anniversary rings, or any rings, as gifts. Ladies, we know how much you like to go everywhere with your best friends (diamonds). [...]

Nobody likes grocery shopping, but with a little planning, trips to the store during the holiday season can be a great experience. Prices Slashed Typically, most stores slash their prices during the holidays, but grocery stores can take it even further with great coupon deals. My corner grocery store (Fryes) has made all manufactures and store coupons equal to a dollar, which really adds up quickly if you are a coupon clipper. Most of you probably don’t live around the [...]

Of all the gift choices available at Christmas, one thing’s for sure – giving books is here to stay. It’s a reliable present that can be offered as a standalone gift, an extra gift or even a stocking stuffer, and is not just for family and friends but also for coworkers and neighbours. Here are some simple tips on finding the right book, and a few ideas for the best books of 2009. Tip 1: Know Their Tastes It’s easy [...]

Turtle doves? Sure, they’re pretty. But not a great gift these days. Caring for them and cleaning up after them may not be the gift someone was hoping to get. Chocolate turtles though, well, that’s another story. So we’ll focus there. Holiday Chocolate Deals & Gifts Chocolate.com. The name says it all. Lots of chocolate, lots of interesting chocolate gifts. The Holiday Santa Pants with Chocolate is an attention grabbing gift for $33. M&M’s. Pretty basic, right? M&M’s offers stocking [...]