With green tea being the new black and all, you can find the stuff at any price range in your local grocery store, but that doesn’t mean you’re getting quality. But if your giftee really enjoys a  good cup of tea  - and the peace and calm that comes with it - you should send them the real thing, and the very best.

Direct from Paris, the teas of the Mariage Freres company are considered by many to be the absolute best in the world. We agree.

Gifts of Tea from $15.

Mariage Freres Tea

Cultural critic Elvis Mitchell and portrait photographer Timothy Greenfield-Sanders collaborated on this multi-platform project that generated a book, a documentary and an education series. Gorgeous portraits and insightful interviews make this coffee table book a coveted gift.

$19.97

The Black List

Why measure your portions in ounces when you can measure them in portions equal to the volume of water in a cumulus cloud, the volume of one human breath, or the volume of the brain of a Tyrannosaurus Rex! Traditional measuring units are included, but  making the switch is half the fun. A terrific gift for budding chefs.

$12.95

Measuring Cup

How many times have you thought “If only there were a way to bundle brain teasers, exercise and puzzles into one sleek, portable package – what an outstanding gift that would make!” Wait not, want not –

Nintendo DS has gone grown-up with a new hand-held system in a Metallic Silver color and games like Brain Age, Language Coach and Crosswords DS, designed to keep you mentally sharp; My Weight Loss Coach and Quick Yoga Training for peak performance; and Mystery Case Files, for when you just feel like goofing off.

Perfect for that best friend or for treating yourself!

Gaming system: $129.99 MSRP; Games: $29.99 MSRP

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Cor Soap has been touted as the wonder facial soap for all skin types. The secret ingredient? Silver. The healing and anti-inflammatory properties of this metal have been studied for centuries. Captured in this unique soap, the creators of this product have listed those properties and four different types of collagen as the formula designed to minimize wrinkles, kill bacteria and feed the skin with vital nutrients. Nothing says “You’re worth it,” like this extravagant gift.

 $115.00

Cor Soap