Last Minute Holiday Gifts For Your Foodie Friend

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 28: Mark McKie and Mitch Edwards share cooking tips specific for people in self isolation with their social media fan base on March 29, 2020 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Don Arnold/Getty Images)
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 28: Mark McKie and Mitch Edwards share cooking tips specific for people in self isolation with their social media fan base on March 29, 2020 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Don Arnold/Getty Images)

Last minute gift ideas for the foodie friend, culinary connoisseur, and aspiring home chef in your life.

Whether they aspire to be the next Ina Garten or are just starting out on their home cooking journey, these gifts will be sure to make someone happy. Remember: the best gifts are the ones that people aren’t quite willing to buy themselves but would absolutely love if they received. And as always, self-gifting is always an option!

dash of bleu ceramic salt cellar - amazon.com
Dash of Bleu Salt Cellar / Amazon.com

Salt Cellar ($15.49)
Salt might be one of the most important ingredients in cooking, which is why it should always be kept out and accessible. This salt cellar with a nice ceramic body with a bamboo top looks great on the counter.

Urban Cheesecraft DIY Cheese Kit / Amazon.com
Urban Cheesecraft DIY Cheese Kit / Amazon.com

DIY Cheese Kit ($15.00)
Combine a love of cooking with a new, fun project. This vegetarian, non-GMO, gluten-free kit produces a fresh farmer’s cheese similar to ricotta. Great for aspiring cheesemongers or to do as a fun activity with kids.

Garcima 15-Inch Carbon Steel Paella Pan, 38cm, Silver / Amazon.com
Garcima 15-Inch Carbon Steel Paella Pan, 38cm, Silver / Amazon.com

Paella Pan ($21.52)
You might be wondering what on earth can I use a paella pan for if not making paella all the time? The quick-heating, shallow and flat pan is actually incredibly useful for cooking things like roasting vegetables, searing meats, and can even stand in as a griddle for pancakes.

Cuisinart 635-16OP Chef’s Classic Nonstick Hard-Anodized 1-Quart Open Pour Saucier / Amazon.com
Cuisinart 635-16OP Chef’s Classic Nonstick Hard-Anodized 1-Quart Open Pour Saucier / Amazon.com

Saucepan with Pour Spout ($20.99)
A saucepan with a pour spout is most commonly used and known as a butter warmer. However, they are also great for warming up all types of liquids and sauces. The pour spout and nonstick surface also help for easy draining and cleaning with minimal mess.

Uno Casa Cast Iron Tortilla Press / Amazon.com
Uno Casa Cast Iron Tortilla Press / Amazon.com

Tortilla Press ($39.95)
Similar to the paella pan, this seemingly single-use product actually can be used for multiple things. Use a tortilla press to create dumpling wrappers, make flatbreads, flatten chicken breasts down, or even for heat press transfer shirts!

FoodSaver FM2000 Vacuum Sealer Machine / Amazon.com
FoodSaver FM2000 Vacuum Sealer Machine / Amazon.com

Vacuum Sealer ($99.99)
For the ambitious foodie. If you’re not using it to make deep marinades or sous-vide, perhaps you can use it to help store items for longer.
Stocking Stuffer Option: Mini Bag Sealer ($9.99)
It may not vacuum seal, but this mini heat sealer would make a great stocking stuffer. Reseal chip bags and cereal bags for ultimate freshness.

toaster oven air fryer - amazon.com
Cuisinart TOA-60 Convection Toaster Oven Airfryer, Silver / Amazon.com

Air Fryer ($199.95)
The hottest kitchen item of 2020. Every home cook either has one or is deeply curious about it. This one by Cuisinart doubles as a toaster oven and can also be used for baking in small batches. Perfect for the solo cook.

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