One of the best things about having a foodie on your gift list is that they usually like to cook. Conversely, one of the most difficult things is finding gifts for foodies that they either don’t have or haven’t tried.
We’ve gathered up some of our favorite food and drink related gift ideas that the food connoisseur in your life is sure to love.
Great Gift Ideas for Foodies
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Pampered Chef Cooking Blender
Make your favorite chef a star in the kitchen with the Pampered Chef Deluxe Cooking Blender. We all know about blenders for smoothies, milkshakes and Margaritas, but the Deluxe Cooking Blender has a heating element that allows you to also cook with it. Whaaaa???
By having the benefit of cooking the smoothest sauces and soups all in one appliance, the Deluxe Cooking Blender can do so much more than a normal blender. You can make your favorite nut butter or alternative milk with this blender, or even cook a batch of jam without having to clean another pan. It is powerful and the pre-sets take the guesswork out of the cooking cycles. There’s also custom settings for your special recipes, plus a cleaning cycle. The Deluxe cooking Blender includes a recipe book, as well as a strainer, and other useful tools. Give your chef a gift they will use several times a week to up their cooking game.
Boos Block
If you watch any of the cooking shows on TV, the one thing you notice is they all use the John Boos & Co. cutting boards in their kitchens. They are quite simply, the best; John Boos & Co has been in business since 1887, so you know they’ll be around long after you get your board. There are several configurations and styles of cutting boards to suit any just about any design or use.
My particular favorite is the end cut cutting board, but they have butcher blocks to carts, as well as a everything from countertops to rolling carts made with the same craftsmanship. These need just a little care to keep them looking great for generations. A little oil, a little wax, and maybe some light finish sanding when they get too cut up. Any cook would be happy with a gift of a quality cutting board from John Boos & Co.
Frittaire
The Frittaire air fryer looks a little different from the other air fryers on the market today, with its clear round vessel and fun colors like Sage and Orange as well as black and white. But the first impression is just the start. You can watch your food cook in the round glass dome. It has a rotisserie and can roast a whole chicken, and a fry basket, so French Fries and breaded foods cook evenly. The unit has an electronic keypad for setting temperature and time. Not only that, it’s self-cleaning (just add soapy water) and let the Frittaire do the rest. You will find new ways to use your Frittaire every day when you see how much easier it is to use than the other air fryers on the market. It even includes recipes so you can get cooking right away.
Carbon8 Water
We’ve all seen the home carbonation systems where you fill a bottle with water, attach it to the unit, and let it do its thing. You create a full bottle of carbonated water in just a few seconds. That’s great, if you use an entire bottle in a short amount of time; or if you’re making a flavored carbonated beverage and everyone wants the same flavor. Enter the Carbon8 Water System, which allows the user to make as little as one glass at a time of deliciously fizzy carbonated beverage. The Carbon8 Reactor also filters your water, eliminating chlorine and other off-flavors. Save your CO2 for actual drinks instead of making a big bottle that goes flat before you finish it. The Carbon8 Water System eliminates waste by enabling the user to make just what they need and is perfect for cocktails and mocktails.
Carnegie Deli
The Carnegie Deli is legen-dary for their sandwiches. Is a trip to New York even complete if you don’t go there? Now you can get the classic sandwiches delivered to your doorstep. Well, you can get all the fixins to make the legendary sandwiches delivered. The Ultimate Holiday Feast includes the exact same corned beef, pastrami, mustard, and even their amazing sourdough rye bread as the deli serves. You even get a jar of sour pickles. How great is that? This is perfect for a party or a low key evening at home that you want to feel special.
Don’t forget the Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake. These are like little cheesecake truffles that are absolutely decadent. Enrobed in white chocolate, the rich pumpkin spice cheesecake is the perfect counterpart. While you could definitely eat a whole bag – and I wouldn’t tell if you did – just a couple pieces are very satisfying.
Bamboozle Prep and Serve Serving Tray
Bamboozle may sound like a board game, but it is actually a line of earth friendly mixing bowls and entertaining pieces. I love that they are biodegradable and made from bamboo, they are sturdy, and nicely designed. My new favorite piece is the Prep and Serve Set, which is designed by Chef Elizabeth Karmel in collaboration with Bamboozle. It has all the things you need, from a half sheet pan, a coordinating tray and six cups for ingredients, condiments, or toppings. Great for carrying burgers outside to the grill, making a salad bar or even an ice cream bar with all of the toppings. Bamboozle products are dishwasher safe, biodegradable, and are attractive too.
BlendJet 2
Smoothies and shakes are all the rage right now. Pretty much everyone is drinking them at some point during their day. That’s where BlendJet2 comes in. This portable, personal sized blender is perfect for taking with you on the go. It’s powerful enough to do the job of a big blender but in a compact size. The Blendjet also works wonders on salad dressings, baby food, sauces, and even mixed drinks.
Prisma 7 Qt Enameled Cast Iron Covered Square Dutch Oven
Tramontina’s 7 Quart Dutch Oven is destined become a favorite pan for the home chef. Perfect for slow roasting, top of the stove cooking and serving, this pan is not only a workhorse, but pretty. It’s modern squarish shape will update any tabletop, and the three color options add another layer of sophistication. Sneak a peek at the white with gold trim – you might need one, too!