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The 21 Best Kitchen Gifts to Buy for Foodies

Christian Gollayan
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Although it’s now possible to dine out and for people to eat at their favorite restaurants, most would rather cook and bake at home and attend to our dishwashers. If you’re looking for a great gift somewhat related to one’s kitchen for your loved ones (or yourself), this is the right place for you. A kitchen tool, gadget, or utensil is one of the best things you can give to make the most out of the kitchen experience. And while at it, you can even throw in an edible gift set to fill the stomach of yours or your loved ones. These gifts can come in handy to elevate homemade meals or add something new to anyone’s pantry.

Below, we’ve put together some of the best kitchen gifts to buy, separated into different categories so you can definitely find something to give, whether it’s for a professional chef or a newbie cook.

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Wolfgang Puck Stainless Steel 16.5-inch Roaster

Wolfgang Puck Stainless Steel 16 on a white backdrop.
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You’ll have to cook that turkey or duck somehow. To make that Herculean task easier, invest in this stainless steel roaster, which comes with a V rack to keep your protein free from any excess grease while still retaining moisture and flavor.

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ChefIQ Wi-Fi Smart Cooker

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When it comes to meal prepping, sometimes it’s simpler to just throw everything into a slow cooker and call it a day. Luckily, ChefIQ’s smart cooker makes the process even more seamless, thanks to high-tech features like auto-pressure sensors, an LCD touchscreen, and a built-in scale, so you’ll never have to measure your ingredients again.

Calphalon Precision Control Air Fryer Toaster Oven

Calphalon Precision Control Air Fryer Toaster Oven on a white backdrop.
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Whether you’re looking to make toast, bagels, or mini pizzas, Calphalon’s super chic oven has you covered. With this handy appliance, you get an air fryer and a toaster oven. It’s replete with state-of-the-art details like turbo convection for extra circulation.

Read more: Best Air Fryers

HiCoup Oyster Shucking Knife & Glove

An Oyster Shucking Knife & Glove set by HiCoup.
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To shuck oysters with finesse and precision, having a well-made knife is a must. No matter what shape or size the oyster, this high-quality shucking set will do the job. The solid pakka wood handle ensures a secure grip when shucking oysters. The blade is also durable enough to last throughout the years.

Verve Culture’s Thai Chef’s Moon Knife

Verve Culture's Thai Chef's Moon Knife.
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Don’t let the elegant design of this knife fool you: It can handle even the toughest of textures with precision, so you can prep your dinner that much quicker.

Read more: Best Chef Knives

Kelly Wearstler Bedford Fine Porcelain Dinner Plate

Kelly Wearstler Bedford Fine Porcelain Dinner Plate.
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Serve lovingly made dishes on a porcelain platter (literally) with these dinner plates from Kelly Wearstler, the unofficial Queen of bougie dinnerware.

All-Clad Cook Serve Stainless-Steel Tools

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A stainless-steel ladle, slotted spoon, tongs, and more make up this six-piece set, which also comes with the option of monogramming its container for a personal touch.

Vitamix 5200 Blender

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For the Paleo-crazed guy in your life, indulge his health kick with Vitamix’s premium blender, which can emulsify fruits and veggies in minutes.

Read more: Best Blenders

Anova Precision Vacuum Sealer

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Keep your proteins preserved for even longer than you can get by packing them in Ziplock bags with this state-of-the-art sealer, which keeps out air to prolong your grocery meat’s shelf life.

KitchenAid Pasta Roller and Cutter

KitchenAid Pasta Roller and Cutter in red.
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Nothing says you’ve made it quite like a KitchenAid mixer. So this is the perfect gift for pasta lovers. It comes with a three-piece pasta roller and cutter set to make spaghetti and fettuccine.

Caraway Dutch Oven

Caraway Dutch Oven.
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Instead of copping the usual Le Creuset Dutch Oven (which is gorgeous cookware, by the way), we recommend going for something a bit more unexpected and affordable with Caraway’s option. It comes with a mineral-based coating that’s easy to clean and is sold in plenty of colors to spruce up your counter.

Crate & Barrel Chambray Grey Apron

Man wearing Crate & Barrel's Chambray Grey Apron while baking.
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Turn up the heat with this classic gray apron that is made of cotton and linen. Anyone who receives this quality apron will be glad as it keeps their clothes clean no matter what they’re preparing in the kitchen.

Read more: Best Aprons for Men

Shun Cutlery Japanese Hinoki Cutting Board

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If you want one’s chef knives to stay sharp, this large cutting board made of Hinoki wood (Japanese cypress) is an ideal gift. This cutting board preserves the quality of the precious blades we use to slice mouthwatering ingredients.

Grinders and Graters

Chef’sChoice Ultimate Trizor Edge XIV Knife Sharpener

Chef'sChoice Ultimate Trizor Edge XIV Knife Sharpener.
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Keep your knives in tiptop shape with this electric knife sharpener, which is replete with diamond-encrusted interiors to buff and sharpen even the dullest blades.

Read more: Best Knife Sharpeners

Edible Goods

Bokksu Subscription Box

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Artisanal snacks come aplenty with this lovely Japanese food subscription box from Bokksu, which is the closest most of us will get to experience the land of the rising sun.

Read more: Best Subscription Boxes for Men

Harry and David Charcuterie Assortment

Harry and David's Charcuterie Assortment on a thick wooden board.
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Spruce up date night with this romantic (and incredibly tasty) meat and cheese plate from Harry and David.

Gifts for Drinking

Riedel Cornetto Decanter

Riedel Cornetto Decanter on a white backdrop.
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Add some Warhol to your vino pour with this fabulous confetti Green decanter (also available in three other colors) from one of our favorite glassware brands.

Cuisinart Electric Wine Opener

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Don’t let a stubborn cork stop you from drinking your favorite wine stat. Pick up this electric wine opener, which will uncork your bottle in seconds, for a quick and easy pour.

Whiskey Peaks International Mountains — Set of 4

Set of 4 Whiskey Peaks International Mountains glasses.
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The great outdoors and whiskey go hand in hand, which is best exemplified with these sleek glasses that contain a “topographic impression” of some of the world’s most famous mountain peaks.

Read more: Best Whiskey Glasses 

High Camp Flasks Firelight 750 Flask

High Camp Flasks Firelight 750 Flask.
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Yes, this sleek flask deserves a hard-won spot on your bar shelf, but it’s also incredibly utilitarian — this 750ml tumbler can hold a fifth of whiskey or a bottle of wine, so you can imbibe whenever the situation calls for it.

Lifestraw Water Filter Pitcher

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Because you always need to stay hydrated all day, this easy-to-use filter efficiently eliminates contaminants from your H2O.

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