You probably won’t be surprised to learn this was my FAVORITE guide to put together. I love food, and I love sharing and celebrating it!
p.s. ALL of these gift guide posts are packed with items I either use and love, have purchased or have on the list for my own people. Enjoy!
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1) Salt Fat Acid Heat https://amzn.to/2TPOTvS
If this is any indicator of how much I LOVE this book…
I buy it often as a gift (this doesn’t even include the first two times I bought it from a store!!) and use it myself on the regular. The BEST guide for the budding chef, or anyone who’s interested in becoming a better cook. The illustrations are beautiful and fun, and the advice is AWESOME. No doubt my first and best pick!
2) The Flavor Bible https://amzn.to/2HWiQIa
Second only to Salt Fat Acid Heat is the Flavor Bible. My copy is worn and tattered, because I’ve been using it for YEARS, ever since I learned about it in culinary school. It literally brings you through how every ingredient and cuisine imaginable goes together. SO invaluable in the kitchen.
3) Microplane https://amzn.to/2GmgEci
You’ve heard me wax poetic about my microplane. Mine even broke this year… and I kept on using the broken piece until my new one came in, I love it so much. This makes a great inexpensive and useful gift for the foodie in your life (plus they come in fun colors!).
4) Vegetable knife https://amzn.to/3oSYeBu
My personal favorite knife brand, I love global because they’re super light, sharp, easy to keep clean (and beautiful). The vegetable knife is one of my personal favorites, and a great gift, because it’s a size not many home cooks have- but it works great for tasks you don’t quite need a chef’s knife for… but could use something bigger than a paring knife. For a REALLY good quality knife, the price point is decent, as well.
5) Pasta machine https://amzn.to/32b3iau
If you (or your giftee) love fresh pasta, you NEED a pasta machine! Homemade pasta is much easier to make (especially when you have a machine to roll and cut it) and it’s a delicious treat for any foodie.
6) Maldon Salt https://amzn.to/32bfh85
Salt might seem like a funny gift, but maldon is different! Flaky and delicious as a finishing salt for savory or sweet (a sprinkle on top of grilled meat or anything with dark chocolate or caramel), and I love that this one comes with a little jar, which makes for a great gift.
7) Artisinal Soy Sauce https://amzn.to/3oSkj37
If you know, you know. This soy sauce is BEYOND, and for the Japanese food lover… this is a great gift.
8) Thermopro wireless thermometer https://amzn.to/3oU8oBW
A great thermometer is a kitchen essential… a wireless one is next level! This is a great gift for the foodie who might not buy themselves one!
9) The Ninja Air Fryer https://amzn.to/387UKF6
Ok, I know air fryers are trendy– but this one also dehydrates, as well as air fries. So cool! Such a great gift (and right now it’s less than $100!)
10) The Always Pan https://fromourplace.com/products/always-essential-cooking-pan
Last but not least, this one is on MY personal wish list! I’ve heard great things– what a cool do-it-all pan to have in your kitchen!
Which of these items will you add to your list?? Share with me over on Instagram!
