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2024 Top Holiday Gifts for Food Lovers and Home Cooks

2024 Top Holiday Gifts for Food Lovers and Home Cooks

The holiday season is just around the corner, and it is time to make a list of gifts we’re going to give to the people we care for in our lives. To your family or friend who loves to cook, here are 30+ gift ideas for you to choose from. Whether you have a budget of less than $25 or $100 and up, we’ve got you covered.

The prices are just an indication and are those that were listed on October 4, 2024, and may change at any moment.

 

 

Under $25

 

Zassenhaus Magnetic Retro 60 Minute Kitchen Timer

For cooks who love anything retro, this kitchen timer is sure to be a happy addition to their kitchen. The timer is constructed of high-quality steel with a built-in magnet for durability. With this, there sure won’t be any burnt recipes anymore!

Price: $24.92

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Funny Christmas Baking Apron

Bring laughter to the kitchen with this festive baking apron, perfect for adding a dash of humor to holiday cooking! This apron keeps the chef clean and stylish while baking up holiday treats.

Price: $7.99

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Cuisipro Stainless Steel Egg Poacher

Poaching eggs takes time to master. For the friend who can’t seem to get it, this stainless steel egg poacher will be their problem solver and they can now enjoy poached eggs for days!

Price: $19.18

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MOOACE Countertop Wine Rack

This holiday season, gift the wine lover in your life a chic and practical way to showcase their favorite vintages! This is a stylish and functional addition to any kitchen, keeping favorite wines within easy reach while adding a touch of elegance to the space.

Price: $24.99

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Custom Tumbler With Handle

Perfect for keeping drinks hot or cold while cooking up a storm, this sleek and functional tumbler is great for coffee, tea, or a refreshing beverage between kitchen tasks. It’s a thoughtful Christmas gift for food lovers who enjoy staying hydrated or caffeinated in style while they whip up delicious meals!

Price: $24.95

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OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Fish Turner

This is a must-have tool for effortlessly flipping delicate fish fillets, pancakes, or grilled veggies with precision. Its flexible, slotted design makes turning and lifting foods easy while preventing breakage.

Price: $15.95

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Vigar Florganic Daisy-Shaped Dish Brush

Brighten up kitchen chores with this functional yet playful addition to any sink. Made from sustainable materials and designed to tackle tough messes, this charming dish brush adds a pop of fun to cleaning. Plus, this is a perfect gift that’ll fit in Christmas stockings!

Price: $13.99

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U-Taste 1.5oz Angled Turkey Baster

Elevate your holiday feasts with this baster, crafted for precise basting and flavor enhancement! Its innovative design makes it easy to reach every corner of your turkey, ensuring a succulent and mouthwatering result. For a fantastic cookbook, get a copy of Louise Davidson’s Vintage Holiday Cookbook – Timeless Memorable Old-Fashioned Recipes for Christmas and the Holiday Season and relive the glorious holiday feasts of the days past with these timeless vintage Christmas and holiday recipes.

Price: $19.99

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Gnocchi Boards and Wooden Butter Paddles

These are the perfect tools for creating authentic, homemade gnocchi and beautifully shaped butter. Designed for precision and ease, they help elevate any dish with handmade texture and detail. Give this to the food lovers in your life so they can enjoy crafting gourmet meals with traditional charm!

Price: $13.99

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Under $50

 

BELLA XL Electric Ceramic Titanium Griddle

For breakfast lovers, this extra-large griddle will surely be a welcome addition to their kitchen. The unique ceramic non-stick coating is 8 times more durable and cooks up to 30% faster than standard non-stick coatings. The one who’ll receive this from you will surely have fun using this griddle to cook recipes from Lina Chang’s Breakfast Copycat Recipes.

Price: $47.81

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Japanese Retro Dinner Plates

With these dinner plates, your friend will surely enjoy serving their homecooked meals. It comes in four different colors and can be used to serve dishes, pasta, salad, snacks, chicken wings, and more.

Price: $48.99

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Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Double Dutch Oven

Every kitchen must have a Dutch Oven. This pre-seasoned cast iron one from Lodge can be used to sear, sauté, simmer, bake, broil, braise, roast, fry, or grill.

Price: $49.00

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Gourmet Salt Sampler Collection Gift Set

If you’re unsure what to give your friend who loves to cook and almost has everything they need in their kitchen, this salt sampler is the way to go. It has 18 kinds they can try and mix in their recipes.

Price: $34.99

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Bamboo Serving Platter

Amp up the holiday charm to any gathering with this delightful serving platter! Perfect for showcasing festive snacks, cheeses, or desserts, its unique design makes it a standout centerpiece. This Christmas, it’s great for cooks and food lovers, adding a fun and functional touch to their holiday celebrations!

Price: $25.99

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Cast Iron Tortilla Press 8 Inch

This tool creates perfectly pressed, authentic tortillas at home, delivering restaurant-quality results with ease. Its sturdy construction ensures even pressure for consistent thickness, making it ideal for both corn and flour tortillas. This holiday season, treat the culinary enthusiast in your life to a gift that inspires delicious homemade meals and gatherings!

Price: $29.95

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BOSKA Cheese Curler Amigo Stainless Steel

Elevate culinary creations with this perfect tool for any cheese lover! This sleek and durable curler effortlessly shaves and curls cheese, adding a gourmet touch to charcuterie boards, salads, and pasta dishes.

Price: $49.99

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UMAID Himalayan Salt Block For Grilling, Cooking, Cutting and Serving

This is the perfect gift for cooking enthusiasts, offering a unique way to grill, sear, and serve with a touch of gourmet flair. It enhances flavors naturally while doubling as a stunning serving platter, making it a versatile addition to any kitchen. This Christmas, surprise them with a gift that elevates both cooking and entertaining!

Price: $49.99

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Kaffè Coffee Grinder

There’s nothing better than making coffee with freshly ground coffee beans. Make sure you have this coffee grinder at home as it ensures maximum freshness and rich aroma by grinding coffee beans immediately before use, releasing the coffee beans’ fragrant essential oils. With fresh coffee, the recipes from Sarah Spencer’s Coffee Recipes: Hot and Cold Coffee and Espresso Beverages to Make at Home will turn out even tastier.

Price: $39.95

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Cuisinart Hand Blender

With this hand blender, mixing and blender will be a breeze! It has a comfortable handle, 2 speeds, and a measuring cup. Make smoothies and soups and sauces with this hand blender without transferring to other containers.

Price: $49.49

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Under $75

 

Lenox French Perle Carved Turkey Platter

Add elegance to holiday gatherings with this turkey platter, a stunning piece crafted from durable stoneware with intricate detailing. This holiday season, gift it to the cook who loves to entertain in style. It’s both a beautiful serving piece and a cherished keepsake for holiday meals!

Price: $59.94

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COSORI Wireless Meat Thermometer Digital

For meat and BBQ lovers, this digital thermometer will ensure precise temperature measurement and prevent undercooking or overcooking. Monitoring both the internal and ambient temperatures will surely result in tastier grilled meats.

Price: $69.99

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Kook Moroccan Tagine

The tagin is legendary for cooking the most tender, aromatic, and flavorful stews. This is a great gift for a friend who loves to cook various cuisines. This dish is shaped with a conical closed lid, which allows steam to circulate with very little water. The steam continuously bastes the ingredients, keeping them soft and buttery.

Price: $69.96

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Double Sided Magnetic Knife Holder

With this magnetic knife holder, your loved one’s knives will be in full view, and they can appreciate the beauty of sharp knives in their kitchen, the ultimate friend for every cook.

Price: $59.99

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Pfaltzgraff Winterberry Holiday Dinnerware Set

This elegant and durable set is perfect for holiday feasts and makes every dining experience special. It’s a delightful Christmas gift for those who love to cook and host, ensuring they create lasting memories around the table!

Price: $69.97

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Under $100

 

Hydroponics Growing System

This growing system is perfect for home cooks who love using the freshest ingredients. This self-sustaining indoor garden allows them to grow their own produce without soil, right on their countertop!

Price: $89.96

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Nextmug, Self-Heating Coffee Mug

This keeps every sip at the perfect temperature, ensuring that hot beverages stay warm from the first to the last drop. It’s best for busy cooks who appreciate a hot coffee while prepping meals.

Price: $99.95

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YOSUKATA Carbon Steel Wok Pan

Here is another kitchen must-have that all home cooks would appreciate and love. It’s perfect for cooking up Asian-style dishes, especially when one is craving dishes like egg fried rice or kung pao chicken like the recipes you’ll find in Sarah Spencer’s Best Wok Recipes from Mama Li’s Kitchen: Healthy, Quick and Easy One Pot Meals for Busy Families.

Price: $91.99

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Over $100

 

 

Home For The Holidays XXL Gourmet Gift Basket

Treat the food lover in your life to this gourmet gift basket, a lovely collection of gourmet delights that’s perfect for festive gatherings. Filled with artisanal snacks, decadent sweets, and savory treats, it’s a feast waiting to be enjoyed or shared.

Price: $190.21

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Philips Viva Collection SoupMaker

With this soupmaker, the one you’ll gift this to can now make fresh soup whenever you want. No waiting, no planning, and no additional appliances necessary.

Price: $129.95

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Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker Machine

For the ice cream lover in your life, this Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker Machine will surely be their favorite present this holiday season. Also, give them a copy of Louise Davidson’s Ice Cream Cookbook: Homemade Ice Cream, Gelato, Sherbet, and Frozen Yogurt Recipes with and without an Ice Cream Maker so they can make the best ice cream, sherbet, gelato, and frozen yogurt with easy-to-prepare recipes all day.

Price: $149.95

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Anova Culinary Sous Vide Precision Cooker

With this sous vide cooker, your friend can now make restaurant-quality dishes this Christmas in the comfort of their own home. Pair it with Sarah Spencer’s Sous Vide Cookbook: Preparing Restaurant-Quality Meals with Easy Delicious Sous Vide Recipes, and they’ll gladly get to cooking immediately.

Price: $176.00

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WÜSTHOF Classic Seven Piece Knife Block Set

If you have the budget and would love to go all-out to your friend or loved one, this 7-knife block set from Wüsthof will make a wonderful give to show them your love.

Price: $370.00

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Hamilton Beach Premium Dough & Bread Maker Machine with Auto Fruit and Nut Dispenser

Give the gift of fresh, homemade bread with the Hamilton Beach Premium Dough & Bread Maker this Christmas! It’s ideal for anyone who loves to cook or bake. This kitchen essential turns homemade baking into a simple, enjoyable experience.

Price: $111.99

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Delicious and Easy Homemade Edible Holiday Gifts!

Delicious and Easy Homemade Edible Holiday Gifts!

Give from the Heart with Personalized Homemade Edible Gifts this Holiday Season! In just a few minutes, you can prepare elegant and classic edible gifts! Your friends and family will love you for it!

Cranberry Panettone Mix

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: none | Serves: 10

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • ½ cup candied orange peel
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ½ cup raisings
  • ½ cup dried apricots, chopped
  • ½ cup candied ginger, chopped
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 3 ½ cups flour
  • 1 tablespoon dry yeast
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 large jar, approximately 2 quarts

Directions

  1. Combine the flour, yeast, and sugar in a bowl and mix well. Place in the bottom of your jar.
  2. Next add the remaining ingredients in layers upon each other and seal tightly.

Instructions to include with the gift

  • Empty the contents of the jar into a large bowl.
  • Combine 1 cup milk, ½ cup butter, 1 teaspoon orange extract, and 2 tablespoons of honey into a sauce pan and heat over low heat until butter is melted.
  • Add to the jarred mix, along with two eggs. Mix well. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
  • For a traditional Panettone, line two empty coffee cans with parchment paper and add the dough in equal amounts to each before setting aside to rise for an additional hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F/177°C.
  • Place the cans in the oven and bake for approximately 1 hour.
  • Let cool before removing from the cans and serving.

 

Salted Caramel Sauce

Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Serves: 12

Ingredients

  • 1¼ cups white sugar
  • ½ cup salted butter, cubed
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 8-ounce glass jar or bottle

Directions

  1. Add the sugar to a heavy sauce pan and heat over medium. Stir constantly until sugar begins to liquefy and turns an amber brown. Take care not to burn or scorch the sugar.
  2. Add in the cubed butter and continue stirring until butter is melted.
  3. Slowly add in the heavy cream and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Let boil for one minute before removing from heat and adding in the teaspoon of salt.
  4. Let cool slightly but not completely before transferring into the gifting jar or bottle.
  5. Include instructions to store the sauce in the refrigerator and heat gently when ready to use.

 

Old South Pralines

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Serves: makes 24 large pralines

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1½ cups white sugar
  • ½ cup salted butter
  • ½ cup milk or heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon maple extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1½ cups pecans, chopped

Directions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large sauce pan, combine all of the ingredients and heat over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until boiling.
  3. Let boil for several minutes, stirring continuously, until temperature registers 240°F/116°C on a candy thermometer.
  4. Remove from heat and continue stirring until the mixture begins to thicken and take on a bit of a grainy texture.
  5. Drop by spoonfuls onto the parchment-lined baking sheets and let cool completely.

 

Gingerbread Loaf

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 50 minutes | Serves: 12

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ginger
  • 1½ teaspoons nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup molasses
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup walnuts, chopped

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F/177°C and lightly oil a bread pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Stir to blend.
  3. In another bowl, combine the white sugar, molasses, butter, eggs and vanilla. Beat on low to medium speed until well blended.
  4. To the sugar mixture, add the flour and buttermilk in an alternating pattern, stirring until just blended after each addition.
  5. Fold in the walnuts and add the batter into the bread pan.
  6. Place in the oven and bake for 50-55 minutes.
  7. Let cool slightly before removing from pan.

 

Bourbon Infused Cherries

Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 5 minutes | Serves: 20

Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole, fresh cherries
  • 1 cup good quality bourbon
  • ½ cup brown sugar

Directions

  1. Clean cherries and pack them into a jar.
  2. Place the bourbon and brown sugar in a saucepan and heat over low heat, stirring until sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat.
  3. Pour the bourbon over the cherries and seal tightly.
  4. Refrigerate until ready to use.

 

 

***These recipes and more can be found in Louise Davidson’s Easy Homemade Edible Holiday Gifts. Click here or on the cover to get your copy now!

To download and print a copy of the recipes, click here.