If you're looking for the perfect gift for the foodie in your life, look no further! We've put together a list of 19 kitchen essentials that any culinary enthusiast will love. From cookware to knives to utensils, we've got you covered. So whether you're looking for a birthday present, a Christmas gift, or just something to show your appreciation, these 19 kitchen must-haves are sure to please!
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BUTEFO 8 in 1 Kitchen Tool Set All in 1 Multipurpose Kitchen Gadget Kitchen Tool Bottle
The multifunctional gift is the perfect thing to get someone who has everything. It can be used as an orange squeezer, measuring cup or grater for cheese--and then take on different shapes when you need it!
"I had wanted one of these for a couple of years due to the fact that I like to collect oddities. It is very reasonably priced. All of the pieces stack together to the make the wine bottle shape when storing. Each piece has its own use. They all work very well....no complaints at all. And for what it's worth the collectable factor was great fun for me. My only con is that the measurements on the measuring cup are not in English. This would make a great little gift for the kitchen fanatic in your life. I absolutely love mine!" Amazon Review by Erienne
Great Gift for the Kitchen Fanatic
BUTEFO 8 in 1 Kitchen Tool Set All in 1 Multipurpose Kitchen Gadget Kitchen Tool Bottle
TOPIST Angry Mama Microwave Cleaner
Get rid of food splatters with a quick and easy solution! Fill this angry woman up with water and white vinegar, pop it in the microwave for seven minutes and be amazed with a truly clean microwave that just needs a quick wipe!
"Did I need Angry Mama to clean my microwave? No. But did I want it? Heck yes! Did it clean clean my microwave? Heck yes it did! Am I banned from ever using is while my sister is around? Also heck yes! If you want something fun to clean your microwave AND annoy your sister at the same time, I highly recommend Angry Mama!" Amazon Review by Melissa
Get rid of food splatters with a quick and easy solution!
TOPIST Angry Mama Microwave Cleaner
Stainless Steel Butter Spreader
Why use sharp knives when you can easily shred cold butter for smoother toast application? This nifty spreader does the work of other tools in one simple step!
"I love this butter spreader. At first I was baffled at how to properly use it. I watched the video provided in the descriptive portion on the product page & then I was set. This isn’t made to cut pieces of butter & spread it on toast or bread. It’s made to use the holes within the knife to pick the butter up off the top of the stick as my picture shows. That’s a hard stick of butter fresh from my refrigerator. Once I slowly spread it over the top I was set to spread it on my toast. I don’t use force. I gently pick it up & spread it. The knife is sturdy & cleans perfectly in the dishwasher. I’ve had it for over a year & it still looks brand new. This is genius & it’s a gem I found on Amazon. I do recommend it. Watch the video & you’ll be set on how to properly use it!" Amazon Review by mesh
HyperChiller HC2BG Patented Iced Coffee/Beverage Cooler
Want iced coffee, now? Chill your drink instantly with this frozen container. Just add hot beverages and swirl to create an icy cold cup of goodness!
"I love this thing. I use it almost every day for my afternoon coffee. Also works great for wines. Very easy to use and clean. I do wish it was a bit easy to measure what is going in there but overall love this device!" Amazon Review by Kindle Customer
Chill Your Drink Instantly
HyperChiller HC2BG Patented Iced Coffee/Beverage Cooler
Bees Knees Honey Sampler Gift Box
Honey, we've got your sweet tooth covered. It's time to retire basic sugar and reach for these honeys that not only taste better but are better for you! With a variety of flavors from habanero heat, sale infused honey and honey with a fresh squeeze of Meyer lemons; our duos will have any dish feeling like it was made just right - because they were designed with care (and flavor!) in mind!
"Had used one of these products in the past and saw this multi pack during Amazon Prime Day at a good price and couldn’t pass up the change to try some other flavors. Not disappointed by any means." Amazon Review by Bob
Gramercy Kitchen Cocktail Smoker Kit
This amazing smoker can make your favorite drinks taste even better! You’ll be able to infuse smoke into Bourbon, beer or anything else you like. It's perfect for entertaining guests because it creates such a unique experience that they won't ever forget - plus people love trying new things when hosting parties anyway right?
"Works perfectly for smoking bourbon! Make sure you use it under the kitchen fan or outside because it does it’s job!!! I can’t wait to try doing cheeses with it. If you can’t figure out what to do with the clear plastic circle, make small slits in the middle and use the cap on the hose to shove it through and seal/hold it over your glass. At least that’s what I did with it, haha!" Amazon review by Michilko
Root Mushroom Farm Shiitake Mushroom Growing Kit
Home-grown food is always the best and this super simple, this mess free log will make it easy to serve your friends fresh mushrooms.
"I got 2 full harvests from this log, and anything over 1 is considered a bonus. It was very easy to take care of and entertaining to watch the mushrooms grow, especially since I am very bad with plants. I want to inoculate some of my own logs now. I would say I think the price may be a little steep since I could have paid about $12-20 at the grocery store for the amount of mushrooms I got. Lots of fun though." Amazon Review by racheleva86
Caravel Gourmet Spicy Sea Salt Sampler Set
The best gifts come in tiny packages, and that couldn't be truer for The Caravel gourmet salt set. These cute gifts of gourmet salt are the perfect stocking stuffer, and will come in handy for those friends who are looking for a little extra seasoning on the go.
"I bought these as a gift for my mom, and she talked about how good they were so I went back and bought myself a set. I took off one star because when you are opening the tins sometimes they spill and you lose some product." Amazon Review by Melissa
Two Tumbleweeds Foodie Dice
Give your friends some great dice and they'll never question what to make for dinner again. With each block boasting a different protein, starch or method of cooking starches can be changed up monthly depending on the taste you're going after that night!
"I bought these for my husband, who is a chef. He likes to get creative and thought this would be a great idea to help him come up with various menu ideas with different constraints. He loved them!" Amazon Review by Amy
Anova Culinary AN500-US00 Sous Vide Precision Cooker
The sous vide machine is an excellent gift for cooking aficionados. This one heated water in record time and maintained the temperature within .1 degrees, providing you with perfectly cooked eggs or steak that will make any chef happy!
"My first attempt using this machine was an expensive steak, which came out perfectly after a pleasantly easy cooking experience. I made this purchase knowing exactly what I wanted to achieve and only after having scoured the internet for reviews and tips. The research paid off!" Amazon Review by Alan
Perfectly Cooked Eggs to Steak
Anova Culinary AN500-US00 Sous Vide Precision Cooker
Roundfire Concrete Tabletop Fire Pit
The personal fire pit is the perfect accessory for any outdoor event. You can use it as an opportunity to roast hot dogs and s'mores, or just sit around talking with friends under blankets while roasting marshmallows over low flames!
"Got this little guy on sale and it’s totally awesome! Great for my apartment balcony! It’s like your own personal little bonfire! Gunna throw a little fire glass in mine to make it look super awesome!" Amazon Review by Michael
DIY Gift Kits Hot Sauce Making Kit
The kit contains everything you need for making awesome sauce, from the peppers to bottle labels. With easy-to follow instructions it will have your mouth watering in no time!
"My husband is loving this kit so far. He’s knowledgeable on a variety of meat marinates and seasonings, so this is a great notch to add!" Amazon Review by ClaraG
Granrosi Bacon Grease Container with Strainer
Saving your bacon drippings is a must. They add so much flavor to any dish, but your foodie friend already knows that. Get them this bacon drippings container meant to hold the hot fat until ready to use again.
"A friend had one of these in her kitchen and I thought, "Where have you been all my life?" I'd been putting bacon grease in a coffee cup. This is the right size for any counter top. Very cute. The strainer removes the bits and allows you to keep "just the grease." No grease smell after you put the lid back on. Get one!" Amazon Review by RebelReviewer
Ooni Koda 12 Gas Powered Pizza Oven
Want to give someone a memorable gift they'll use every day? The Ooni Pizza Oven is the perfect choice. It requires little effort and can be used by just about anyone, but it's especially great for friends who love cooking!
A sleek design makes this oven easy-to work with; gas powered models offer more power when needed while electric versions exist as well so no matter what your preference may happen upon there will always something that suits you perfectly.
"First off, I have NEVER made a pizza oven pizza in my life. I am a very competent chef and grillmaster, but I had zero experience with one of these contraptions. I purchased this to do make your own pizzas for our Bengals tailgate and hopefully for fun family nights in the future. We followed the Ooni dough recipe (00 flour is NOT something sold at every grocery store) and it was fantastic. Of course I watched several videos before using the oven, which is advised, but this oven is very easy to use. Some basic knowledge gleaned from the Ooni website is enough to get you going." Amazon Review by Jason
Laevo Mortar and Pestle Set
It's time to bring your own spices and herbs into the kitchen. The new mortar & pestle will help you create healthy, homemade meals with an efficient grinding mechanism that can crush anything from coffee beans for a strong brew or spice up some potatoes!
"Love the weight of this item. The fact that there are two different depths/sides is even better. Really beautiful and high quality item." Amazon Review by TheCritcalVirgo
Heirloom Kitchen by Anna Francese Gass
Italian Anna Francese Gass has created a recipe book that not only contains mouthwatering interpretations of traditional dishes, but also shares stories from the women who make them. Through beautiful photos and historical tidbits about Italy's immigrant population in America, this Heirloom Kitchen: Heritage Recipes And Family Stories From The Tables Of Immigrant Women offers insight into their culinary culture as it passes down legacies to future generations through recipes passed on family heirlooms!
"I love that each cook had a story along with with the recipe. Sharing Food and stories is an intimate thing. Great twist on a cookbook." Amazon Review by KT
Urbani Truffles Italian Black Truffle Olive Oil
The Truffles from Urbani are some of the finest in all Italy, and this bottle is sure to please anyone who receives it. The luxurious black truffle olive oil will bring a new level of flavor for your favorite recipes while also being an thoughtful gift that can't be found anywhere else!
"I have tried out a few other varieties and this truffle oil has been the best! I can taste the delicious truffle flavor clearly instead of just the oil like many others. I purchased a "misto" oil spray can and it is perfect to help you get the flavor all over. I like to spray it on popcorn, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and salads...to be honest I spray it on pretty much anything that's how much I love it!" Amazon Review by Golly
Luxurious Black Truffle Olive Oil
Urbani Truffles Italian Black Truffle Olive Oil
Ceramic Japanese Ramen Noodle Soup Bowl, 2 Sets
These handmade noodle bowls are a great way to show your creativity with food. The deep, handcrafted design includes two holes and notches for keeping the chopsticks secure when you're done using them- plus it makes storage easier because there's less chance of losing these important utensils!
"Extremely large Ramen bowls, they are ceramic as described but light weight. The over sized wooden spoons and chop sticks look like art work. I am ordering 2 more sets so I have a 6 in total. I am very impressed with the packaging, they were wrapped with Styrofoam and sponge like materials in between the bowls. Not a chip or scratch on anything." aalove31
