Valentine’s day is a special moment to show the person you love how much they mean to you and to take the time to be together. And what better way than to give your significant other a gift that involves cooking! Here is our list of special Valentine’s day gift ideas. Happy valentine’s day!

Lovable Cupcake Apron for Her

European design Cup Cakes apron from Amour Infini, 100% natural Cotton, with a large pocket and adjustable neck and waist ties.

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Funny Apron for Him

Hot Stuff Coming Through Black Aprons for Men with 3 Pockets Makes a great gift for any barbecue lovers on Valentine’s day.

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Set of Two 6 Holes Heart Shaped Silicone Mold

Let’s bake together with these silicone mini heart-shaped cake molds. Come in a set of two. 100% silicone, heat resistant from -40 to 445F, size:10.55×7.16×1.3 inch, hole dia: 2.95×2.75inch

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9 Piece Baking Gift Set Heart Shaped Cookie Cutters and Spatula Set with Two Heart Decor Serving Plates

It’s the ideal valentine’s day gift for the bakers in your life!

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Set of Silicone Spoon Chocolate Molds

Making chocolate spoons is easy and awesome and for valentine’s day, It is even more so! The kids will love to make them! The silicone molds are oven safe and you can do so many things with them like peppermint candy, gummy, cake topper decorating, baking cookies, ice cube, Jello, Popsicle, and more.

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Kay Dee Designs Valentine Kitchen Towel Set

Set of 2 Pink & Red Hearts with Lavender Flowers Valentine Dishtowel Set for Valentine’s Day. Perfect for a romantic dinner or baking. Set of two soft and absorbent kitchen dishtowels made in 100% Cotton.

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Large Size Scented Candles Gifts Sets

Set of 4 scented natural soy wax candles to make your valentine’s table smell divine with 4 fragrances including gardenia, lavender, jasmine, and vanilla. Perfect gift for Valentine’s Day. Each votive candle is 4.4 oz and burns for 20-25 hours.

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Ultimate Beef Jerky, Bold Almonds and Beer Nuts Bouquet for Valentine’s Day

Creatively crafted this handmade bouquet is filled with 10 varieties of Name Brand Jerky, Blue Diamond Almonds, and beer nuts. It comes with a personalized gift card for your custom message.

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Designer Picnic Backpack Bag for 2

Ready for a romantic picnic with this stylish picnic backpack for two. It comes with a cooler compartment, detachable bottle/wine holder, fleece blanket, plates, and cutlery. It comes in several colors.

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Louise Davidson’s cookbook Cooking for Two Box set

450 healthy and easy-to-make two-serving recipes 8 books in 1 set including recipes for the slow cooker, 5-ingredient, cast iron, 15-minute meals, air fryer, Instant Pot, ketogenic diet, and desserts recipes.

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Everything Chocolate – A Decadent Collection of Morning Pastries, Nostalgic Sweets, and Showstopping Desserts

Can we think Valentine’s day without talking chocolate? This book from America’s Test Kitchen has amazing recipes and is highly recommended for any chocolate lovers in your life with 200 recipes where chocolate is the star ingredient from breakfast to show-stopping desserts.

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Set of 12 Decorative Gift Boxes

Why not treat your significant other with a gift made from the heart and packaged in these amazing gift boxes? They are ideal for treats like cake, cookies, truffles, homemade goodies, chocolate or candies. Many choices of colors. Ideal for the truffle recipe that follows!

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Best Truffle recipe ever!

 

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cup good quality dark chocolate chips
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup chocolate hazelnut spread such as Nutella
• ¼ cup hazelnuts, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• Cocoa powder for dusting
• Additional hazelnuts for coating (optional)

Directions

1. Place the chocolate chips and butter in a bowl.
2. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium to medium-high heat just until it begins to boil.
3. Remove the heavy cream from the heat and pour it over the chocolate and butter mixture.
4. Stir or whisk until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
5. Add in the chocolate hazelnut spread, hazelnuts, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
6. Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2-4 hours or until firmly set.
7. Place the cocoa powder in a bowl, along with the hazelnuts, if using.
8. Use a small scoop or spoon to scoop out a small amount of the mixture.
9. Roll it into a ball shape using your hands. Place the truffle into the cocoa and dust liberally. Then, roll in finely chopped hazelnut if desired.
10. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve or gift.

Recipe from Louise Davidson’s cookbook Celebrate Christmas 75 Sweet Treats Recipes for the Holidays

 

Here is our list of the best gifts for foodies, cooks and food lovers on your list. You are sure to find the perfect gift. We update this list often, so make sure to come back and visit.

The prices are just an indication and are those that were listed on November 25th and may change at any moment.

 

JUST FOR FUN GIFT IDEAS

Lodge Cast Iron Mini Cake Pan. Pre-seasoned Cast Iron Cake Pan for Baking Biscuits, Desserts, and Cupcakes

I just love cooking with cast iron cookware and Lodge makes some of the best cast iron cookware there is. And this mini cake pan is just amazing for cooking on the stovetop, oven, and the campsite during camping trips. It makes the perfect cornbread and biscuit. I just love love love this pan.

 

Price: $23.86

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Kilner Butter Churner, 1l

Have you ever wondered how butter is made? Now you can with this easy to use and stylish butter churner. Just pour heavy cream for 10 minutes and voila you have part butter part buttermilk!

 

Price $21.61

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Miracle-Gro Twelve Indoor Growing System, Planter for Leafy Greens, Herbs, and Flowers

I just love cutting fresh herbs and adding them as I cook. In the winter this can be more challenging where I live with the snow and all but with new design from miracle grow, it makes it all possible.

 

Price: $239.99

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Adjustable Rolling Pin

This rolling pin is the dream gift for any baker on your list. Rolling evenly dough, be it for cookies, pies, tarts, pizza is always a challenge but with this adjustable rolling pin you can evenly flattens dough to ensure uniform baking.

 

Price $14.99

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Cookie Press Gun, 2019 Newest Cookie Press with 2 Macaroon Baking Mat Sheets,16 Decorative Stencil Discs and 6 Icing Tips,2 Cleaning Brush,100ml Measuring Cup for Cookies and Biscuit and Churro Maker

I love to bake cookies for my family and what a better way to impress everyone by making fancy looking cookies with this easy to use cookie press which comes so many options. It makes a wonderful gift for any baker in your life!

 

Price: $23.99

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Molecule-R – Beginner Molecular Mixology Kit + FREE Recipe Book – COCKTAIL R-EVOLUTION

Impress your guests this holiday season with cocktails made with this molecular mixology kit. It has everything you need to get you started including detailed instructions and plenty of recipes for drinks with and without alcohol. Or even better offer it as a gift it’s sure to be a big hit.

 

Price: $49.95

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Holiday Gingerbread Man Accent Plate

It’s just fun to serve gingerbread cookies in this gingerbread man plate from Lennox! Makes a great gift for the holidays to anyone on your list.

 

Price: $13.99

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Engraved glass 9″ Pie Plate – Personalized – Homemade Pie

How great would it be to serve your favorite homemade pie in your own dish! I sure would! A perfect gift for any baker.

 

Price: $26.95

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Check out Louise Davidson’s Aunt Gertrude’s Secret Pie Cookbook for some great pie recipes, too!

 

Lovely Cherry Blossom Ceramic Teapot with Integrated Infuser Basket

You can steep 24 ounces of your favorite loose leaf tea. It makes an elegant gift for any tea lover. Other colors and patterns available

 

Price: $26.98

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Retro Looking Recipe Box

My grandmother used to have one of these where she had all her recipes written on cards or newspaper clippings of her favorites. I just loved to go through her box when visiting and choosing a recipe we would make together. This box is perfect for this, a legacy that is passed down from one generation to another.

 

Price: $19.99

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Personalized Happy Camper Oven Mitt, Pot Holder and Towel Set

Makes a great gift for anyone who loves camping with the retro camper and flower design. Get your name printed on each item. How cool is that? Several options available for only one, two or three items.  A complete set shown here includes 1 potholder, 1 oven mitt, and 1 dish towel. Many choices of colors.

 

Price for the set $44.98

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Hamilton Beach Dual Breakfast Sandwich Maker

Save time in the morning preparing nutritious breakfast with this Hamilton Beach breakfast sandwich maker. Just place your ingredient and let the machine do its magic in 5 minutes only! Makes a wonderful gift for anyone on your list.

 

Price: $39.98

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OXO Good Grips 2-Cup Fat Separator

This little gadget by Oxo is a time saver. It separates the fat from the other juices in your pan. I just love it and use it often. Makes a great gift that will be appreciated.

 

Price: $14.40

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Sous Vide Precision Cooker

It’s true, it cooks meats perfectly! It’s like making fine dining restaurant meals at home. This 1000 Watts model from Anova comes with wi-fi, and the Anova app is included. The clamps are adjustable and removable, and that’s an important feature to have so you can use any container. It can cook continuously up to 5000 hours. A solid cooker, well worth it to cook the perfect food every time. A gift idea that will be a dream come true to any cook on your list.

Price: $99.99

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To cook sous-vide, you will need a vacuum food sealer. Click here to check the Anova’s model and you will need also a container of some sort. You can use any container. I like the Anova model since it’s made for this type of cooker. You can check it here.

Large Square Airtight Coffee Canister in Cream by Charlotte Watson

A timeless classic that will look great in any modern or traditional kitchen!

 

Price: $28.99

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KITCHEN ESSENTIAL GIFT IDEAS

Lodge Cast Iron 4-Piece Cookware Set

Cast iron cookware is a must for anyone who loves to cook. Yes, they are heavy but the flavors that comes with cooking with cast iron is so worth it and on top of that, you get some iron transferred into your food which makes it the healthiest cookware there is. This set from Lodge is an exceptional value. It comes with a 10.25” Skillet, a 10.5” Round Griddle, a 5 Quart Dutch oven with lid. With Lodge cast iron cookware are pre-seasoned and have unparalleled in heat retention and are manufactured in America. It makes a perfect gift for anyone on your list.

 

Price: $95.99

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Vitamix A3500 Ascent Series Smart Blender, Professional-Grade

A powerful blender is a must in anyone’s kitchen and this Vitamix blender is perfect for making any blended preparation hot or cold. It has a 64-ounce capacity.

 

Price: $524.95

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Breville BFP800XL Sous Chef Food Processor

Everyone needs a good food processor. And this Breville Sous-Chef Food processor model comes well equipped with a variety of discs and blades to chop, slice, grate, and more. It has a powerful motor and comes with 2 processing bowls, one with a capacity of 16-cup (3.8 L) and the other, smaller with a capacity of 2.5-cups. It comes with a handy storage compartment for all your accessories. It’s an investment well-worth it that will last for a very long time. I would love to have this under my Christmas tree this year as mine has seen better days!

 

Price: $285.00 (price is reg. $499.99)

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KitchenAid Artisan Tilt-Head Stand Mixer with Pouring Shield, 5-Quart, Empire Red

This is by far in my opinion the best stand mixer there is. It’s perfect for any baker on your list. I have had mine over 10 years now and it’s working perfectly. It has many attachment possibilities like pasta maker, grinder,… which make also great gifts for anyone who already has one. This model has a 5-quart capacity and comes in multiple colors

 

Price: $279.00

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Cuisinart HM-90S Power Advantage Plus 9-Speed Handheld Mixer with Storage Case, White

Sometimes, you just need to quickly mix something up without having to get the stand mixer out. This practical and powerful 9-speed handheld mixer does the job perfectly. And it has an integrated case for easy storage. It makes it an essential tool to have and a great gift for the holidays or any time of the year!

 

Price: $58.15

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Ninja FD401 Foodi 8-qt. 9-in-1 Deluxe XL Cooker & Air Fryer-Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker, 8-Quart

If you don’t own a multi-cooker, this 8-quart capacity multi cooker Ninja Foodi is a great choice for the price. This new model added the air fryer function on top of the usual other multi-cooker functions: pressure cooking, sear/sauté, baking, broiling, steaming, slow cooking, dehydrating, and yogurt making. It’s a great tool to prepare meals in only one pot. Makes a dream gift for anyone that loves cooking.

 

Price : $199.99

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Bamboo Box Container for Salt and Pepper

This is very practical to have on your counter when you prepare food so you can readily season your ingredients. I like this particular container as it has two compartment for storing salt and pepper. It makes a great gift for anyone who loves to cook.

 

Price: $12.99

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Nonstick Bakeware Set

 

Good quality baking sheets and cupcake/muffin pans are some essentials every kitchen should have. This set from Rachel Ray fits the bill perfectly. I love the fact that you have can have colored solid handle grips and include a 10 x 15-inch cookie pan, two 9-Inch round cake pans, and a 6-cup muffin pan.

Price: $31.04

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Larousse Gastronomique: The World’s Greatest Culinary Encyclopedia, Completely Revised and Updated Hardcover 

Anything you need to know about cooking, food preparation, ingredients and more is in this encyclopedia with its 1216 pages! Makes a wonderful gift for anyone who likes to cook.

 

Price: $54.99

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Le Creuset Heritage Stoneware Rectangular Casserole Dish

It’s always a great idea to own a casserole dish that comes with a lid. The stoneware material makes the food cook evenly in an oven up to 500⁰F. This model from Le Creuset is the perfect size of 9×13 and has several color choices.

 

Price: $109.95

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Staub Cast Iron 5.75-qt Coq au Vin Cocotte – Turquoise

Everyone needs a Dutch oven and preferably a cast-iron Dutch oven. It will last forever. I really like the Staub line of Dutch oven made in France. It’s very expensive but so pretty. It would make anyone on your list scream of joy… well at least me, especially if you select one from the coq au vin series. I love roosters!

 

Price: $263.95

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Not sure where to start with cast iron Dutch oven cooking? Louise Davidson’s Cast Iron Dutch Oven Recipes cookbook is a good idea! And if you need more, there’s also the second volume.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Lodge 7-quart Cast Iron Dutch Oven with Handle Holders

Alternatively, a more economical option for a cast-iron Dutch oven is the American-made Lodge pre-seasoned 7-quart capacity. Yes, it’s big and a fantastic choice for large families. It’s also available in smaller sizes. I love all Lodge products and they make a wonderful gift for Christmas or any time of the year!

 

Price: $54.90

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FOODIE’S DREAM GIFTS OF FLAVORS

Amish-Buggy Month Club (Taste of the Month Club)

I love Amish recipes and cook them often, simple goodness. Why not give the gift that keeps on giving for a whole year! Your choice of Fudge of the Month or Taste of the Month Club from Amish Buggy. It’s the best fudge I ever tasted!

 

For the Fudge of the Month club, the lucky recipient will get 1 pound of fudge every month for a year!

Price for the Fudge of the Month Club: $205.99 for 12 delivery

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For the Taste of the month, the lucky recipient will get each month a new Amish product. January – Tripleberry jam 18 oz. February – Chocolate fudge 8 oz. heart March – 3 packages of licorice (strawberry, red rasp., apple) April – Pickled baby beets 18 oz May – Chow Chow Mild 18 oz. June – Garden Salsa medium heat July – Raspberry Jalapeno jam 18 oz August – Peach Pie Filling – Sept. – Apple Butter 18 oz. Oct. – Brittle (1-peanut, 1-pecan) November – 1lb Turtle fudge December – 2 pkg Amish candy (peanut butter balls, white pretzels). Products may vary slightly.

 

Taste of the Month – Price: $205.99 for 12 delivery

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Gourmet Flavored Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil Variety Set of 4

This set of flavored extra virgin olive oil includes the 4 following flavors: Tuscan Herbs, Truffle, Garlic and Basil. All winners for me and perfect for dipping bread. Each bottle contains 8.5 fluid ounces. Makes the perfect gifts for anyone on your list.

 

Price: $24.99

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VAHDAM, Green Tea Loose Leaves from Himalayas, Makes 50 Cups, 100% Natural Tea, 3.53oz Package

I love Vahdam teas. Here is my favorite green. It grows on the Himalayas and tastes so much better than any tea I ever had. It makes a perfect gift for the tea lovers on your list. Best of all it’s hand-picked tea comes from a company that respects producers with ethical fair trade values and give back 1% of sales back to the tea growers communities.

 

Price: $14.95

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Infused Sea Salt Sampler Tins with Bamboo

This set of infused sea salts contains 6 reusable tins of 0.5-ounce each and comes with a bamboo spoon. The flavors include smoked bacon Chipotle, Hawaiian bamboo Jade, 5 Pepper, garlic medley, rosemary, and Hawaiian black lava Sea Salts. This makes the perfect gift for any foodie on your list!

 

Price: $18.99

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Olive Oil & Vinegar Infusion Kit

You can create your own olive oil and vinegar infusions with this lovely kit which includes 40 recipes, detailed instructions, 2 500-ml (about 2 cups) bottles with dispenser. 64-ounce Mason jar, funnel strainer, and a kitchen thermometer.

 

Price: $47.99

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Wisconsin Cheddar Cheese Wheel Variety Pack

I love cheddar cheese and some of the best are made in Wisconsin! This gift box comes with 3 1-pound wheels of Cheddar Cheese encased in a food-safe wax; includes Mild, Medium, and Sharp Wisconsin Cheddar. What a great give to keep for yourself or give to your cheese lover on your list.

 

Price: $36.00

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Lovely Gift Basket with Fresh Fruit, Cookies, Cheese, and More

Need I say more! I love to get those for my friends or family. Everyone just raves about them. And you can add your own message when you send it as a gift. Great for the coming holiday season.

 

Price: $49.95

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Organic Flavored Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, Pear, Raspberry, Fig and Pomegranate Vinegar 4-Pack Variety Set, 8.5 fl oz. Per Bottle Great Gift Set

What about giving flavored balsamic Modena vinegar? I just love the fruity flavors from this set from Mantova: pear, raspberry, fig, and pomegranate. Makes a lovely gift for any gourmet cook on your list or a hostess gift during the holidays or any time of the year!

 

Price: $23.00

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STOCKING STUFFERS GIFT IDEAS

You Had Me at Bacon Apron

My husband is getting this one for sure! This apron is 100% cotton, one-size-fits-all and handmade in the USA. It’s just a perfect gift for anyone who loves bacon!

 

Price: $40.00

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Beeswax Food Wrap | Variety Pack of 3 | Turquoise Harmony

Being environmentally friendly is more and more important in this time and age. Why not do our part in the kitchen with these fashionable beeswax food wrap and avoid the plastic wrap. The set comes in 4 size wrapping anything from small piece of fruit to covering a large casserole dish. Beeswax food wraps protect your food and let it breathe just like nature’s peel & rind. I love these wraps, they are easy to clean and you can reuse them over and over.

 

Price $28,50

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AmazonBasics Reusable Silicone Baking Cups, Pack of 12

I just love those silicone reusable baking cups. They are perfect for muffins and cupcakes. They are just perfect for stuffing stocking.

 

Price: $7.99

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Mrs. Anderson’s Baking Ceramic Pie Crust Weights, Natural Ceramic

These little balls of ceramic are just the best to bake an empty pie crust and make it perfectly flat each time. Another perfect stocking stuffer for the bakers in your life!

 

Price: $5.99

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Garlic Keeper in Terracotta, Made in England, by Henry Watson

Keep your garlic fresh in this stylish terracotta garlic keeper. An original design from Henry Watson, made in England. Another perfect stocking stuffer.

 

Price: $29.99

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Breton Butter Dish – The Original Butter Bell Crock by L. Tremain, French Ceramic Butter Dish

 

A beautiful vintage looking Breton butter dish that lets you keep the butter fresh and spreadable at the same time. Modeled after the original French beurrier, the Butter Bell crock by L. Tremain. It keeps butter fresh and spreadable for weeks without refrigeration, spoilage or odors. Two-piece design features an inverted bell-shaped lid and crock base for serving butter at the table while protecting and storing the butter after each use.

Price: $23.95

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Cast Iron Garlic Roaster & Squeezer Set

This little gadget is amazing for making roasted garlic. You can use it in th oven or with the barbecue. Makes a great stocking stuffer for the barbecue chef in your family.

 

Price: $19.99

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Food Dehydrator

Time to make some jerkies! I love this dehydrator. You can make all your favorites dehydrated meats, vegetables, and fruits all at the same time in this practical and efficient machine.

Price $68.99

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Oil and vinegar dispensers

This makes perfect gift for any cook who wants to stop the dripping and perfectly pour the right amount of oil or vinegar in their preparations. I want one!

Price $49.99

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Sushi Making Set

Love sushi and why not make it at home with handy sushi making kit. Great for your next dinner parties.

Price $39.98

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GrandDaddy electric Deep Fryer

For an authentic fried food experience, this GrandDaddy fryer will be exactly what you need. It makes a great gift too!

Price $54.99

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Foodie Fight – A Trivia Game

So, you love food, test your knowledge with this fun game everyone can enjoy. Great as an hostess gift or any foodies in your life.

Price $18.99

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Back to the Roots Organic Mushroom Growing Kit

I love mushrooms and am especially fond of oyster mushrooms. This kit has delivered beautiful and delicious mushrooms in about 10 days. It was a treat to see them grow day after day and to cook them in a delicious garlic butter. Everyone enjoyed them so much. It can’t get fresher than this. It’s an original gift for anyone on your list. Next I am trying the pink oyster mushrooms.

Price $17.99

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Find many mushroom and other vegan recipes in my Vegan Slow Cooker Cookbook.

Kombucha Brewing Starter Kit

I am so thrilled about getting this for Christmas that I am even in the process of writing a cookbook about making kombucha. This kit is all you need to start your own at home brewing station. It makes a great gift for anyone who loves healthy kombucha and jun beverages.

Price $43.99

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Professional Culinary Kitchen Torch

To make the perfect crème brulée, or just when you need an extra searing on your favorite food including meats, you need one of these! It makes a great gift for the cook enthusiast that has everything.

Price $18.99

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Louisiana Roux Spoon Cajun-Themed Gift Set with Cookbook and Roux Spoon

Love to make and eat Louisiana food and this practical roux spoon is a fantastic tool. The cookbook is a bonus. Great gift for all the daring chef in your life!

Price $22.00

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Check out my Louisiana Cooking cookbook for many more recipes that’ll enrich your year.

Amish Gift Basket

I love Amish cooking. It always amazes me how you can take wholesome simple ingredient in the right combination and make delicious dishes. I received this Amish gift basket a few months ago and loved every product in it. It makes a great gift for anyone who loves food!

Price $59.90

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Find wholesome and simple Amish cooking and baking recipes in my Amish cookbook box set.

Silicon Mold Doggie Paws and Bones

I love cooking for my dog some healthy treats. These cookie molds make it fun and easy. Great gift for all the dog lovers on your list.

Price $8.99

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Paella Pan + Paella Burner and Stand Set – Complete Paella Kit

Impress your guess with an authentic paella! Make an impressive gift for anyone who loves to cook large savory meals for friends and family.

Price $138.97

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Extra Large Pastry Mat Silicone for Pastry Rolling with Measurements, 25.4”×17.7”

Making pastry from scratch has always been messy but not any more with this practical extra-large pastry silicone mat. Just love it. Easy to clean and perfect for rolling any pastry dough into the perfect shape.

Price $22.99

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The Famous Instant Pot – 6 quarts

If you don’t already have one, this multi cooker has revolutionized the way we cook, it makes cooking so much easier. I use it all the time. Makes a great gift for anyone who loves to cook.

Price $99.95

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7-piece Accessories for your Instant Pot!

Expand your cooking experience of your instant pot with this practical set of accessories designed specifically for the Instant Pot. It includes a steamer basket with divider, a double egg rack trivet, a spring form cake pan, an egg bites mold, silicone pot holder, bowl clips, and tong. Make a great gift!

Price $49.95

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Lenox Holiday Dinner Plates, Set of 6

Add some chic to your holiday table with this collection of holiday themed china

Price $118.00

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Bamboo Steamer with Stainless Steel Banding

For an authentic taste of Chinese cooking, you absolutely need one of these. And not only to prepare Asian food but you can use it to steam anything, making it a very healthy cooking method. This bamboo steamer is just perfect for making steamed dumplings or any steamed food. These 10-inch stackable baskets make it easy to prepare a healthy meal with enough space to cook a whole meal. And the steel rims make it sturdier than many other models. As a bonus, you also get some reusable chopsticks and steamer liners. A great purchase for anyone interested in cooking authentic Asian and other meals.

Price: $29.99

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Dumpling Maker Tool

Love this gadget! Making dumplings has never been so easy with this stainless steel dumpling maker. Cut, fill, fold, and press to get the perfect dumpling everytime!

Price: $12.95

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10 Piece Excalibur Non-Stick Wok Set

Anyone knows that to cook healthy, stir-frying is a great choice for a quick and easy one-pot meal. And to make the perfect stir-fry, you can use a wok. This one is a 14-inch non-stick flat bottom wok and wooden handles, making clean up easy and quick. It comes with several accessories that are needed to cook authentic Chinese and other Asian food like a lid, tempura rack, 12-inch bamboo spatula, cooking chopsticks, a steaming rack, bamboo tongs, and more!

Price: $49.95

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For some delicious, quick and easy stir-fry recipes, you can check out my cookbook Everyday Chinese Cooking

Stainless Steel Spider Strainer Skimmer Ladle, 5.4 Inch

This is a very useful tool for Asian cooking and it makes a great stocking filler gift.

Price: $8.99

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4-Pair Bamboo Cooking Chopsticks, 13-Inch, Brown

The stay-cool bamboo chopsticks come in a pack of 4 pairs, and are the essentials in preparing the perfect Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Oriental, or other Asian-Inspired dish easier.

Price: $9.32

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I think you’ll enjoy the recipes from my Totally Vietnamese cookbook the most with these chopsticks, check it out.

ZYLISS Garlic Press “No Need To Peel” – Built in Cleaner – Crusher, Mincer and Peeler, Cast Aluminum

When cooking Asian food, you will need fresh minced garlic. Make your life easier with this sturdy garlic press. I have been using mine for several years for both garlic and ginger.

Price: $19.99

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KitchenIQ 50484 Ginger Grater Tool

I also use this ginger grater when I need lots of fresh ginger which I will preserve in oil or water for later use. You can also freeze in ice cubes and store in freezer bag for up to 3 months. What I like best with this little gadget is that you can peel, slice, mince, and juice your ginger.

Price: $26.70

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The ORIGINAL 60 Second Salad Maker

I love to make a quick chopped salad and this new kitchen gadget makes it a breeze. Insert your washed ingredients in the basket, cut in a few movements, and you get a fresh chopped salad in no time.

Price: $10.79

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Kyocera Ceramic Ginger Grater, White

The traditional way to grate ginger. This one is very efficient as it collects the minced ginger in the plate.

Price: $14.95

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32-ounce Bibimbap Stone Bowls

I love Korean Bibimbap and these bowls makes it easy to prepare. Makes a great gift for any Korean food lovers. You can also use them as hot pots for soups and other Asian foods as the granite stone use keeps the food hot for serving and adding an elegant touch on your table.

Price: $59.90

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Make some great bibimbap and other Korean recipes from my Korean Takeout Cookbook.

Stainless Steel Korean Chopstix Spoon Set

I just love this set of spoon and chopstick, everything you need when eating a delicious Asian dish. And everyone around the table have their own color!

Price: $16.99

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Multipurpose 10 in 1 Mandoline

There is a lot of slicing, cutting, grating, and shredding in Chinese cooking and this multi-purpose mandoline is very useful. This tool that will cut your prep time, easy and safe to use, and the design is cute! And you can use it also to separate eggs!

Price: $19.99

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ZELITE INFINITY Chef Knife

This 8-inch chef knife from the Alpha-Royal Series comes with the best quality Japanese AUS10 Super Steel 67 Layer Damascus blade making it razor sharp and perfectly balanced. It will please the most demanding chefs. Who doesn’t need a good knife in their kitchen? This 8-inch chef knife does the job quite nicely. This is the knife I use the most in my kitchen. It makes a great gift for anyone who loves to cook.

Price: $129.97

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Quesadilla Maker

Love this electric quesadilla maker! It’s so practical and easy to use. Makes a great gift for anyone loving Mexican food and making quick snacks! And the price is just right. We use it a few times a week in our house.

Price  $ 19.99

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Attitude Aprons Fully Adjustable “Not All Superheros Wear Capes, Some Wear Aprons”

We all need an apron.. and this funny apron makes a great gift for any chef in your family or for friends. Makes a great stocking stuffing gift!

Price: $14.33

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Vacuum Sealer, Automatic Food Sealer Machine with Starter Bags & Roll for Food Savers and Sous Vide Cooking

We love this little tool that keeps our food fresh longer, keeps frozen food free of freezer burns, and it saves money and we have less food spoilage. Best of all it can also be used for sous vide cooking!

Price: $ 38.99

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Anova Culinary Sous Vide Precision Cooker

I’ve cracked for this sous-vide machine. It’s true it cooks meats perfectly! It’s like making fine dining restaurant meals at home. This 900 W model comes with wi-fi, and the Anova app is included. I’ll be publishing a sous-vide cookbook very soon!

Price: $ 99.99

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Terracotta Garlic Baker

I also love this roasted garlic baker and use it regularly. Roasted garlic makes any dish calling for garlic exceptionally tasty. The garlic roaster is made in terracotta and is safe to use in convection and microwave ovens. Makes a great stock stuffing gift for the cook in your life.

Price $14.99

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Gourmet Finishing Salts

As my mom always said you must taste and season your dishes every time you cook! And what is better than trying different gourmet salts. Makes a great gift for a hostess or any foodie in your life.

This set includes six of the World’s finest gourmet finishing sea salts and it comes with food pairing ideas. The salt included are: Fleur de Sel, Hawaiian Red Alaea Salt, Black Pyramid Salt, Alderwood Smoked Sea Salt, Spanish Saffron Flake Salt, and Sel Gris. And best of all, the cute little containers can be reused for your special spice mixes. This makes a fantastic gift for the foodie in your life.

Price: $ 39.99

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Lodge 8 Quart Camp Dutch Oven. 12 Inch Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Pot and Lid with Handle for Camp Cooking

I love, love, love every product made by Lodge made in the U.S.A.). Being an avid camper, this is a must for making camping meals magical. And this 8-quart is the perfect size for a family of 4 for preparing delicious stews, soups, chilis, baked beans and so much more. You will own this for years to come and will pass it down to the next generation. It’s that durable! It also come pre-seasoned so you can use it right away!

Price: $ 77.17

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Check out my Camping Cookbook: Dutch Oven Cast Iron Recipes Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 for some amazing recipes to use with this Camp Dutch Oven.

           

Staub 0.75 Quart Round Baking Dish

Love everything Staub and this one is just right to make small casserole dishes. It will become the most used pan in your kitchen. This beautiful Staub 0.75-quart capacity cast iron empaneled skillet pan is made in France. It comes with a cover and can be used from the stovetop to the oven.

Price: $119.99

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Large Casserole Baking Dish with a 3.8-Quart capacity

Everyone needs a large skillet pan and this one is a great choice and offers a great quality-price ratio. It’s perfect for paellas and other large dish preparations. You can sear, braise, sauté, broil, and fry and it can easily go from the stovetop to the oven. The enamel interior makes cleaning a breeze!

Price: $ 49.95

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With this dish, you can bake some amazing casseroles from my Casseroles cookbook.

Breville BBM800XL Custom Loaf Bread Maker

I have been using a Breville for years. This is a newer model. It has a slick design and lots of features my machine doesn’t have. I would not hesitate to recommend this one. It will last for years and your family will thank you because there isn’t anything better than freshly baked bread. And the variety of breads you can make is staggering from whole wheat, basic white, French, gluten-free, pizza dough to fruit breads and so much more. You can make loaves up to 2 pounds, which yields about 16 slices.

Price: $ 249.95

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You could also opt for a less pricey model like this one which has all the main features you need to make perfect loaves.

 

SKG Automatic Bread Machine 2LBI includes 19 Programs, 3 Loaf Sizes, 3 Crust Colors, 15 Hours Delay Timer, 1 Hour Warmer Function – Gluten Free Whole Wheat Breadmaker

Price: $ 97

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For easy bread machine recipes, don’t forget to check out my book here or click on the cover.

 

Triple Tek Insulated Rachel Ray Casserole Carrier for Potluck Parties, Picnics, Tailgates

Going to potluck over the holidays? Not a problem with this practical double casserole carrier! It makes a nice gift for any hostess or yourself! You can fit two 9-inch by 13-inch casserole dish. It comes in a variety of colors.

Price: $ 34.99

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Philips Turbostar Airfryer

I love fried foods but let’s face that it’s not the healthiest choice. I have been using this air fryer and just love it! And I must say the food is better than I ever thought possible. It’s easy and quick to use and it’s definitively the next best thing to frying in oil. This new machine has a 1.8lb/2.75qt capacity, just right for families.

Price: $ 199.95

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With this air fryer, you’ll be able to make some delicious recipes, and you can find many such recipes in my Air Fryer Cookbook.

Bamboo Cheese Board with Cutlery Set, Wooden Charcuterie Platter and Serving Meat Board with Slide-Out Drawer with 4 Stainless Steel Knife and Server Set

Love cheese? And serving a beautiful platter to friends and family is even better with this perfect all organized cheeseboard. It makes an original gift for any cheese lover.

Price: $ 59.99

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Happy holidays!

Our top 10 gifts
for avid cooks this holiday season

 

It’s amazing to see all the novelties and products on the market for kitchen. It seems to be growing every year. For the first time, we decided to make a 10-top list for fun and maybe give you some ideas. Take a look at who made it to our list of favorite tools, equipment and gift ideas. You might want them for yourself or as gift for the cooks in your life.

 

10. The best ginger grater! KitchenIQ 50484 Ginger Grater Tool

 

This ginger grater is easy to use. It juices, grates, peels and slices ginger! I love how easy it is to use and well made.

 

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9. Instant Pot – It`s must!

 

The Instant Pot has taken over the kitchen by storm! With one pot, you can do so many things, it has become a must have in the kitchen. You can use it as a slow cooker, pressure cooker, rice maker, yogurt maker, steamer, sauté pan and food warmer. For a family of 4 adults, we use the 8 Quart size and it makes the tastiest stews and freshest yogurt you can have. Great gift for anyone wanting to add an easy-to-use multi-cooker from the beginner cook to the most skilled one.

 

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8. Mini Food Processor

 

You need to quickly chop or grate small quantities of food. The Cuisinart 4-cup capacity food processor is does the job for you! And the best is that the clean-up is a breeze as all parts are dishwasher-safe. It makes the perfect dressings and purées as well as chop the onions in a few pulses!

 

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7. Lodge Cast Iron Skillet – 10.5-inch Griddle

 

Yes, they are heavy! But boy are these the most durable and versatile pans in my kitchen Every cook needs one and why not get it from the oldest cookware company in the USA and still going strong since 1986! I love my Lodge cast iron skillets. I have several sizes of the regular skillets, but have been dreaming of getting the griddle pan.

 

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6. Etekcity Digital Kitchen Scale Multifunction Food Scale

 

When you need to weight the ingredients for your recipes to work out nicely, this food scale is perfect. Great design!

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5. Electric spiralizer

 

Want to eat healthier and add more veggies to your diet! The spiralizer is the perfect tool for that from zucchini noodles and curly fries to carrot ribbons; it gets excitement back into veggies! It has been very popular these last few years and now you can even add an electric spiralizer to your kitchen tool collection! I still use my manual one but would love to get this one for Christmas!

 

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4. For the BBQ, oven and even gas stove top! An Himalayan rock salt plate with holder

 

I have been at a BBQ dinner at some of our friends and ate the most amazing salmon steaks cooked on an Himalayan salt block. It’s a cooking technique that has been around for a while and I can’t wait to try it out! So, it’s on my list this Christmas.

 

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3. German Style Fermentation Harvest Crock Pot with Stone Weight, 5-Liter

 

Want to eat healthier, why not give fermented foods a try and improve your intestinal health and overall wellbeing? Making your own fermentation food with a crock pot makes it easier and more fun! It is the perfect size and the weight included makes the whole process much easier.

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2. Staub Cast Iron Coq au Vin Cocotte-Dark Blue, 5.75 QT

 

Having a good Dutch oven is essential and when it’s as slick looking as a Staub cast iron with a rooster handle, it’s even better. They have several models, I personally love the rooster!

 

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Another excellent choice for a cast iron Dutch oven from Lodge – way more affordable!

 

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1. Aerogrow’s AeroGarden Extra (LED) with Gourmet Herb Seed Pod Kit

 

Roll drum please, this is on top of my list! Grow your own herbs year around with this indoor garden! Fresh herbs conveniently there when you need them. I love the idea of fresh herbs that you plant and see growing right in your kitchen. I always wanted to get one of these! Better late than never!

 

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I hope this list can give you some ideas, some classic and some more out of the box.

I want to thank all our readers and let you know how we appreciate all of you. I wish all our readers some happy and peaceful holidays, spent with friends, and family around a table full of delicious foods!

 

Anne