Le Cool Stuffing

Here’s a crouton-style stuffing flavored with aromatic Provencal herbs. Testers in The Times Test Kitchen liked the flavor and also the fact that the bread did not fall apart or turn mushy, the way many packaged stuffings do in baking. A recipe with suggested variations is given on the back of the package. One package is enough to stuff a 12- to 16-pound turkey.

Focaccia Country Stuffing with Herbes de Provence, 1-pound package $4.50, at Williams-Sonoma stores.

Precious Stoneware

Northern California artist Julie Sanders, of Cyclamen Studios has a new line of utilitarian serving pieces in absolutely gorgeous colors. The lead-free glazed stoneware pieces are highly durable and will go from refrigerator to oven without cracking.

Cyclamen stoneware, $38 to $85, at Freehand, Los Angeles.

The Gardenia Bowl

This handmade ceramic gardenia bowl is so beautiful that you’re tempted to use it as is or simply fill it with water and fresh gardenias. A companion vase is also available.

Gardenia bowl, $140, from Room with a View, Santa Monica.

Custom Christmas Cookies

Simply Classic Inc. of Whittier will customize cookies (either gingerbread or shortbread) for your special holiday party or company lunch. The cookies are covered with white, milk or dark chocolate frosting with your message or logo screened on top in a coordinated color.

Christmas cookies, $2.50 large; $1.50 small (minimum order 12 cookies), plus shipping and handling (varies according to location), (800) 962-4895 or https://www.simplyclassic.com