1. A Le Creuset cast-iron pan for the serious chef who has been dying to get the *perfect* crust on their steak but hasn't had the right pan to really GET there.
2. A pack of oven liners to protect the bottom of their oven from any overflow/oozing and let them continue on pretending they're competing on The Great British Baking Show worry-free.
3. Adorable cat measuring spoons that'll make them want to stop opening gifts and whip up a fresh batch of cookies right ~meow~.
4. Oven mitts they'll love ~beary~ much — especially because they're actually heat-resistant.
5. Or a brown sugar bear that is as cute as it is functional and'll keep their sugar from getting hard as a rock over time. When the mood strikes to bake something delicious they won't have to head out to the store for an extra ingredient.
6. A cast-iron skillet so they can cook yummy dishes like rosemary chicken, pasta with veggies, and veggie fajitas. If they're whipping up dinner for a party of two, three, four, or more, this pan will quickly heat up large quantities of food. It also has great heat retention, so their meals won't get cold when it's time to eat.
7. A muffin pan decked out in confetti to ensure every time your pal bakes or gets appetizers ready it'll feel like a party.
8. An ironic garlic chopper inspired by Dracula that'll make any chef smile and prevent their fingers from smelling like pungent garlic all day.
9. Cut resistant gloves — a must-have for anyone who isn't super confident in their knife skills and would like to keep all of their digits.
10. A Tasty by Cuisinart immersion blender to add a pop of color to your pal's kitchen and help them create smooth soups and and sauces in a snap.
11. A handheld knife sharpener they can use to bring their most-used kitchen utensils back to life in a flash without destroying their countertop or cutting boards.
12. A 12-piece set of ceramic cookware your significant other who does the majority of the cooking in your house might actually shed a tear over.
13. And felt pot and pan protectors that'll keep their new ones (or old ones!) in tip top shape.
14. A devilish gadget they can use to pull out pesky toaster trays or oven racks without burning their fingers.
15. A breakfast sandwich maker for those rainy Sunday mornings where all they want is a cure to their hangover but can't physically venture farther than the kitchen.
16. Or a rapid egg cooker that'll make their breakfast faster than they can say, "Which came first, the chicken or the egg?".
17. An easy-to-read food scale they can keep handy to make recipes with the utmost accuracy.
18. An 8-in-1 kitchen gadget tool complete with a funnel, a juicer, a grater, an egg cracker, a shredder, a can opener, an egg separator and a measuring cup. They'll never be without a must-have tool again!
19. A silicone baking mat set so their salmon and asparagus meal can heat up well without causing a mess. They can place one of these on a baking sheet if they don't want to deal with drippings or moisture after an oven session.
20. An elegant cupcake stand that'll let them host a tea party the Queen of England would approve of — tiny finger sandwiches and all.
21. An electric indoor s'mores maker, because a treat as tasty as this shouldn't only be enjoyed in the summertime.
22. Or a non-stick donut pan they'll be so glad they own come the middle of winter when they irrationally find themselves craving an apple cider donut.
23. A ceramic "Grate Plate" for all of their garlic, ginger, and citrus grating needs. It's fully equipped with a silicone garlic peeler and a wooden handle gathering brush, so no flavorful bit will go unused!
The Grate Plate is an Oregon-based, mother and daughter–owned Etsy shop established in 2016 that specializes in colorful, handmade graters.
And for major bonus points, these are dishwasher-safe!
Promising review: "So excited to gift this to my sister! She loves to cook, but also ends up grating her fingers fairly often, so this was the perfect solution. It is of great quality, the color is beautiful, and the packaging protected it during shipping (and, as a bonus, all I need to do is seal the box back up and wrap it for the holidays)." —Meg
Get it from The Grate Plate on Etsy for $31.99 (available in 19 colors).
24. A clip-on colander that'll be incredibly helpful if they're draining pasta with one hand. It easily fits on round pots and pans and gently lets water out. They won't have to worry about rotini or ravioli pieces falling in the sink anymore.
25. A set of four waterfall champagne flutes so you both can toast to how delicious the meal your cooking fiend of a friend just made.
26. An electric food chopper to cut down your roomie's meal prep time so you can spend those precious hours binge-watching Friends together for the hundredth time instead.
27. A picture-perfect Kate Spade kettle they'll probs want to display on their counter because it's just SO pretty!
28. A monogrammed tile-style mug that'll make their morning cup o' Joe feel all the more special (and unmistakable).
Promising review: "I love the style and look of these mugs...so elegant! I first purchased two for my husband and myself and ended up purchasing for all four of my kids to be able to enjoy hot cocoa or tea with us. I hand-wash and don't microwave in them just to be safe and extend the life of them. Love!" –NeeHi
Get it from Anthropologie for $14 (available in 24 letters).
29. An ever-popular Instant Pot with so many uses they'll need to take a deep breath before deciding what to make with it first.
30. Stainless steel mixing bowls that'll nest nicely inside one another so they won't have to worry about where the heck you're going to store six bowls in their tiny (but efficient!) kitchen.
31. An electric indoor grill, so they can make mouthwatering burgers all year long whether it's 20 or 90 degrees outside.
32. A floral Vera Bradley apron to protect their clothes from flour, oil, and other debris that can usually be found flying around their kitchen.
33. Reusable baking cups so they can say "see ya'!" to getting frustrated while attempting to peel the paper off your freshly baked muffins and cupcakes.
34. A KitchenAid hand mixer to help them whip up their favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe without wearing out their arm.
35. Shredder claws so they won't have to suffer from burnt fingertips while trying to finally get a smidge closer to flawlessly replicating their grandma's famous pulled pork recipe.
36. A batter dispenser, that'll let them create perfectly round, fluffy pancakes that honestly could be featured on the cover of Bon Appetit magazine.
37. A culinary blow torch that'll make you the coolest gift giver EVER — mark my words.
38. A set of vintage-inspired fromage knives that'll have your friends wondering who cut the cheese.
39. A hand-painted bowl to bring a pop of color to their kitchen — and have them thinking you went to a pottery class for their birthday gift.
40. A cold brew coffeemaker for anyone that prefers their coffee icy but isn't a huge fan of emptying out their wallet at a coffee shop every morning. Barista status: obtained.
Promising review: "I have been drinking caffeinated beverages everyday for half my life. Usually brewing hot then cooling it down with ice which was quite a process to do every morning. Then I came across this cold brew pitcher and thought I'd give it a try. It's great, easy to use and clean, very convenient, lasts for a couple weeks, I love it! Making a pitcher of coffee take less time than a normal brewer and makes enough for at least one cup a day for about a week, depending on how much coffee concentrate is used. I haven't used my normal coffee or espresso machine since I got this cold brew system. The coffee seems to taste better as well, not a huge difference but it's somewhat noticeable." —Birnbaum
Get it from Amazon for $26.26+ (available in two sizes and three colors).
41. A sandwich cutter and sealer so they can make Smuckers Uncrustables copycats at home — especially when their toddler decides bread crusts aren't their favorite food.
42. A set of "floating" kitchen knives in an acrylic case that'll look amazing on their kitchen countertop and help them dice up meat, veggies, and other foods with ease.
43. And a bottle of Mike's Hot Honey because they're constantly looking for new ways to enhance the flavor of all of their favorite snacks and gourmet creations, and this bottle holds the answers to their sweet n' spicy prayers.
Promising review: "I tend to shy away from spicy foods, but I couldn’t resist the opportunity to try a new condiment to liven up snacks and recipes with. I was afraid the spice would be overpowering, but it’s actually quite mellow and smooth; just the right touch of heat. So far, I’ve enjoyed this on fruit salad (banana/strawberry/blueberry) with cottage cheese and drizzled on the original Chick-Fil-A sandwich....so delicious!" —Tiger Paws
Get it from Amazon for $8.32+ (available in three quantities).
For more info, check out our full review of Mike's Hot Honey.
44. A cute binder so they'll have a place to store all of heir family's favorite recipes... or those concoctions they've recently stumbled upon on TikTok.
45. A sleek utensil that looks like a simple spatula, but it's actually so much more. They can use it as a slotted spoon, spatula, turner and it even features an edge that's perfect for light slicing and dicing.
46. A set of leak-proof storage containers they can pop right in the microwave, because they shouldn't have to dirty extra dishes just to enjoy leftovers.
47. A digital food thermometer that gives an instant reading, so they can rest assured that their meats are cooked to the perfect temperature.
48. A roll-up dish-drying rack that's a major space saver and surprisingly multifunctional. It can also be used as a trivet mat on their countertop or simply as a way to turn their sink into some extra counter space when they're cooking. Tiny apartment dwellers, rejoice!
49. A multipurpose stand that's basically the helpful kitchen assistant they never knew they needed. Not only will it prop open plastic bags, but it also doubles as a sleek drying stand for bottles and glassware.
50. A hanging garbage bag holder so they can easily dispose of their scraps without having to walk over to the trash can every single time.
51. A vacuum sealer that will pair nicely with a sous vide — or they can simply use it for safely storing leftovers (or the other half of an avocado!) for longer periods of time.
52. A genius brush and squeegee combo so they can swipe all their countertop messes directly into the sink. It even has a built-in ledge so they can hang it when not in use.
53. A nifty strainer that attaches to the side of any pot so they'll never get burned while awkwardly straining into a colander ever again!
54. A rotating utensil holder so they can spin away and grab whatever they need. Sometimes the simplest kitchen gadgets are truly the most helpful.
The chef in your life is definitely going to give you a five-star rating in gift giving ;)
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