It’s the most wonderful time of the year – time to share my gift guide for foodies! I have 50 ideas that range from kitchen essentials to more advanced tools to unique and unexpected gifts. Find a gift for your favorite foodie on any budget!
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I don’t know about you, but I am ALWAYS looking at gift guides to find some unique products for the people on my list (and myself). When I got married, I did a ton of research on kitchen tools and appliances. Plus, I am constantly window-shopping on Amazon to discover new products. This list compiles some basic kitchen essentials, some more advanced kitchen tools, and some unique and unexpected items.
The list is sorted by price starting as low as $8 and ending with presents over $300. No matter your budget, there is something on this list for you! I’m dying to share this list with you, so let’s just dive right in!
This blog is all about the ULTIMATE 2023 Gift Guide For Foodies (50 Gift Ideas For The Home Cook On Your List)!
P.S. – I created an Amazon list where you can shop all the items listed below in one place – check it out by clicking here!
*Please note that prices fluctuate constantly on Amazon!
Gifts Under $10
1. This Meat Thermometer
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- Price: $10
- This is the meat thermometer I have used for years! A meat thermometer can be tremendously helpful in determining when your meats are done cooking. Everyone knows it’s important to ensure you aren’t over or undercooking your meats. A meat thermometer is the best tool to cook your meats just right every time.
2. HANDHELD MILK FROTHER
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- Price: $9
- These milk frothers are a lightweight and convenient way to froth your milk in your morning coffee. Beyond that, they are perfect for mixing everyday powders with ease! I use this for mixing in my daily collagen powder
3. No Effort Pizza Cutter
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- Price: $10
- The best pizza cutter! Perfect for your pizza-loving friends!
4. Salt & Sugar-Free Spice Blends From The Spice Girl Kitchen
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- Price: $8
- I may be biased, but my salt & sugar-free seasonings are perfect for any foodie on your list. They are unique and unexpected. Your food-loving friend will love trying something new to (literally) spice up their everyday cooking. Click here to check out the options!
Gifts Under $50
5. Refrigerator Lazy Susan
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- Price: $20
- This refrigerator lazy susan is perfect for your loves-to-organize foodie friend (aka people like me).
6. Gravity Salt & Pepper Shakers
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- Price: $30
- These are the salt and pepper shakers of the future. They auto-grind your salt & pepper just by flipping it upside down. It’s a one-hand, battery-operated machine to make your salt and pepper experience that much easier! P.S. You can put my Elements of The Earth Tri-Salt Blend in your new salt shaker when you get them!
7. Electric Can Opener
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- Price: $32
- This electric can opener is something I use weekly in the kitchen. It is a nice luxury compared to the handled can openers!
8. Chocolate Fondue Pot
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- Price: $35
- This would be perfect for your hostess with the mostess or someone who simply loves desserts. It would also be great for foodies looking to engage their kids in the kitchen! You can make caramel apples, or fondue, or opt for the deluxe smores maker for the perfect indoor smores experience!
9. Bread Proofing Basket (Sourdough Starter Kit)
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- Price: $30
- This kit contains everything you need for basic bread making. It’s perfect for the homemakers looking to make more homemade bread!
10. Food Ornaments
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- Price: around $10-20
- A food ornament can be an unexpected unique favor to give to your favorite foodie. Click here for my favorite option (cute little butter ornament) – but there are tons of other options like a KitchenAid ornament, garlic ornament, or an apron ornament (plus endless other options)!
11. Foodie Dice
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- Price: $24
- A fun new way to shake up your cooking routine, these dice inspire creating simple, seasonal meals. Simply select the five primary dice, add a seasonal veggie die, and roll. Then shop, cook, and eat! Over 186,000 possible meal combinations to inspire creativity in the kitchen. Includes 5 dice (protein, cooking method, grain/carb, herb, bonus ingredient) and 4 seasonal veggie dice!
12. HOT crispy oil
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- Price: $14
- A blend of fresh crispy garlic, shallots, and hot chili peppers – this chili oil is a unique ingredient to gift to your favorite spicy lover!
13. Funny Dish Towel
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- Price: $15
- This whimsical dish towel is a unique gift for any home cook with a sense of humor (or love of cheese)!
14. Hot Sauce Gift Set
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- Price: $36
- A hot sauce lover’s dream! This set is perfect for your spicy food lovers – complete with 7 different hot sauces inspired by flavors from around the world.
15. Make your own hot sauce gift set
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- Price: $45
- This set is a fun interactive activity to make a unique hot sauce flavor!
16. Cookbooks
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- Price: varies
- I don’t know any foodie who wouldn’t love a new cookbook. They offer new opportunities to discover recipes that they have never tried and learn new techniques that they can add to their kitchen skills. Here are some of the cookbooks on my Christmas list this year:
17. Great British Baking Show Game
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- Price: $35
- A fun game for all your Great British Baking Show fans!
18. Ceramic Pie Weights
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- Price: $20
- These colorful ceramic pie weights are perfect for your favorite baker! They help ensure the perfect homemade pie crusts!
19. Ramekins
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- Price: $25
- Ramekins come in handy for so many dishes, but it’s not a super common part of most kitchens. That makes it a great gift! A new product to experiment with.
20. Bartending Kit
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- Price: $50
- This bartending kit is perfect for your wannabe mixologist or friend who loves to host!
21. Pie Dish
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- Price: $40
- A pie dish is a must for all your pie-making needs!
22. Cookbook Holder
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- Price: $16
- Keep your cookbooks propped up and on the right page with this cookbook holder.
23. French Rolling Pin
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- Price: $43
- A rolling pin is a must for all dough recipes!
24. Bundt Pan
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- Price: $19
- Everyone loves a bundt cake! This nostalgic shape is perfect for your baker looking to expand into new realms.
25. Charcuterie Board Accessories
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- Price: $20
- This set includes a variety of cheese knives, forks, spoons, and flags to label cheeses!
26. Meat Tenderizer
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- Price: $20
- A meat tenderizer is a kitchen essential, in my opinion!
27. SALT
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- Price: $8-30
- We all know that salt is an essential ingredient in every recipe. This set of Gourmet Salts is infused with all kinds of goodies. OR you could opt for my ever-popular Elements of The Earth Tri-Salt Blend as a stocking-stuffer alternative.
28. grill set
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- Price: $27
- Upgrade your griller’s toolbelt with this 16-piece grill accessories set!
29. Immersion blender
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- Price: $43
- I use my immersion blender all the time to make blended soups and sauces a breeze!
30. 100 Piece cake decorating set
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- Price: $24
- This cake set is perfect for your beginner baker!
31. Salt & Pepper Cellars
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- Price: $25
- These marble salt & pepper cellars are stunning in any kitchen!
32. Silicone Microwave Popcorn Maker
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- Price: $16
- This popcorn maker is the perfect alternative to the bagged microwave popcorn. A healthier way to make microwaved popcorn!
33. Vegetable Chopper
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- Price: $20
- Save your loved one time and effort with this 13-in-1 vegetable chopper!
34. Liquid Measuring Cup Set
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- Price: $26
- Measure liquids with ease with these liquid measuring cups! A must in any kitchen!
35. Dry measuring cup set
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- Price: $23
- Measure dry ingredients with ease with these dry measuring cups and spoons. Bonus – they’re cute!
36. Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Set
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- Price: $25
- These stainless steel mixing bowls are perfect for any recipe!
Under $100
37. BALSAMIC AND OLIVE OIL GIFT SET
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- Price: $70
- Good quality balsamic and olive oils are a MUST in any kitchen.
38. Ninja Blender
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- Price: $100
- A good quality blender will get a TON of use in any kitchen.
39. Smart Meat Thermometer
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- Price: $100
- This smart meat thermometer is wireless, connects to Bluetooth, and is perfect for grilling, smoking, or oven cooking. It connects to an app on your phone so you can closely monitor the internal temperature of your meats!
40. KitchenAid Hand Mixer
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- Price: $100
- I would be happy if someone gifted me anything KitchenAid. This hand mixer is cordless and can be used in a multitude of ways!
41. Attachments for KitchenAid
42. A nice set of steak knives
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- Price: $90
- Steak knives never go out of style.
43. Dutch Oven
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- Price: $89
- Dutch ovens are amazing for slow roasting in the oven. Honestly, my Dutch oven changed my life – not to be dramatic or anything.
44. Food Processor
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- Price: $54
- A food processor is amazing for making dips, sauces, or snacks!
45. A Nice Cutting Board
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- Price: $90
- Another kitchen necessity that never goes out of style.
Over $100
46. Ninja 6-in-1 Air Fryer
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- Price: $180
- Any appliance that serves multiple functions is a win in my book!
47. Ninja Creami
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- Price: $220
- Another item on my personal Christmas list this year. Ice cream making just got easier!
48. Kitchenaid
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- Price: $330
- I received this for Christmas last year and I about died and went to heaven. A KitchenAid makes you feel like that girl.
49. A nice set of knives
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- Price: $190
- Another kitchen necessity that never goes out of style.
50. Instant Pot
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- Price: $150
- Pressure cook, slow cook, and more in this 7-in-1 instant pot!
This post was all about the ULTIMATE 2023 Gift Guide For Foodies (50 Gift Ideas For The Home Cook On Your List).
Did you try any of these items? Make sure to tag me @thespicegirlkitchen_ on Instagram or @thespicegirlkitchen on TikTok! I love seeing you CRUSH IT! I will be your ultimate hype woman!
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