We all know the type: They treat the kitchen as their sacred domain and they have everything just so. Their biggest joys involve oven temperatures, liquid measures and meat thermometers. They love nothing more than to provide tasty treats and delectable dinners to family and guests, and they are always looking to expand their culinary skillset and deepen their roster of go-to recipes.
These foodies can, of course, be somewhat difficult to shop for given their precise tastes and needs, but with a little thought and imagination, you can find gifts that’ll become their new favorite implement, conversation-starting kitchen item or comfort zone-pushing piece of new gear.
Keep reading to find out more about our top foodie gift picks.
Why We Love It: A Costco membership is the perfect gift for your friends and family. What’s not to love about Costco? Stock up on all the best snacks and groceries from brands you love and of course, Costco’s private label – Kirkland Signature
Deal Alert: Receive a $45 Digital Costco Shop Card* when you join Costco as a new member and enroll in auto renewal of your annual membership.
The Cost: Starting at $65/year at Costco.com
Why We Love It: Tacos are a perennial crowd-pleasure, but a true lover knows that what separates the “good” homemade taco from the “great” is homemade tortillas. This gorgeous red, cast iron tortilla press is not only a nice aesthetic addition to the kitchen, it also ups your taco game considerably.
The Cost: $48.00 at verveculture.com
Why We Love It: It’s booze and chocolate? Do we really need to explain further? Packaged in an exquisite crocodile print gift box, the Compartes set features a selection of 5 gourmet chocolate bars: Margarita Lime, Martini Espresso, Champagne, Whisky, and Strawberry Champagne. It promises – and delivers – a unique tasting experience.
The Cost: $64.95 at compartes.com
Why We Love It: A true coffee lover is not unlike a wine connoisseur, so why not help them explore their caffeinated horizons with a selection of coffees suited to their tastes? Trade offers a wide variety of coffee types and different subscription models so you can give the gift of exotic, gourmet coffee to anyone who prefers to level up their morning cup of Joe.
The Cost: From $15.75 at drinktrade.com
Why We Love It: Any chef worth his or her salt needs the right knife. Dull, ordinary blades just won’t – we’re so sorry – cut it, so give them their new can’t-live-without implement. The Misen 8-inch Chef’s Knife is made from Japanese steel known for its incredible sharpness, and also its durability – the Misen knife is also lightweight and precisely balanced to feel natural and comfortable in the chef’s hands.
The Cost: $94 at misen.com
Why We Love It: Presentation is everything, and that starts with the chef. Make sure they look like the master of their domain in this hardy, utilitarian apron. Available in an array of colors – and even designs that pay tribute to the U.S. flag, California, and Texas – this 100% cotton denim apron is not only stylish, but it’s double chest pockets and huge lap pockets make it endlessly functional.
The Cost: $85.00 at hedleyandbennett.com
Why We Love It: Foodies love to add a little personal touch to their dishes and decor, so why leave out the old kitchen workhorse the oven mitt? Blue Q offers an array of hilarious, foul-mouthed, and sassy oven mitts that are sure to match the sense of humor and personality of that irrepressible foodie in your life.
The Cost: $16.99 at blueq.com
Why We Love It: Olive oil is a cooking essential, but it can also be easily over-used. Make sure your foodie or overworked chef can deliver precise sprays of oil each and every time with this refillable oil sprayer. They won’t have to fumble for oversized bottles or worry about drippy tops – these oil sprayers keep things moving, well-seasoned, and easy to clean.
The Cost: $17.99 at walmart.com
Why We Love It: It’s always impressive when you see a unique spin on a tried and true cooking tool. This stainless steel ball which not only does the job blending sauces, batter and marinades, but it’s just cool to look at. A neat twist on the traditional whisk design, these flexible spokes and tiny metal balls are easy to clean and incredibly durable.
The Cost: $27.95 at williams-sonoma.com
Why We Love It: Making your own sourdough bread always sounds like a great thing to do, but who has the time or patience? Well, give the gift of inspiration with this Seasoning Kit, guaranteed to up your giftee’s dough game. Featuring flavors from Pumpkin Spice to Tuscan Tomato, it will spark (or re-spark) the joy of homemade bread.
The Cost: $40.00 at uncommongoods.com
Why We Love It: The skillet is one of those all-purpose essentials that no kitchen should ever be without. Finding the right one can also be tricky, but this 12-inch cast iron skillet from Stargazer is up to the challenge. A mix of timeless and modern construction, the Stargazer features a unique “stay cool” handle that keeps your hands safe and comfortable no matter what’s on the menu.
The Cost: $165.00 at Amazon
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