For the foodie on your list, I’ve compiled this yum-licious gift guide. From yummies to eat to the best of the best books of 2009, and finally some new tools to make cooking more fun. The best part? All are under $35…stock up!
Gourmet
Spice Rub Kit – Purpose Design, $15. Perfect for the gourmet griller.
Heritage Farm Favorites Seed Kits – Seed Savers, $13.50. 6 packs of favorite vegetable varieties.
Artisan Salt Sampler Set – Saltworks, $25 for the set. A fun gift for the novice or experienced chef in your life!
Bacon Peanut Brittle - Bon Bon Brittle, $15/ lb. If you know someone who hearts bacon…I can think of many on my list!
Sea Salt Caramels – Crate & Barrel, $19.95. The BEST caramel.
Books
Coco – $32.97. Part cookbook, part editorial review of the most 100 influential chefs of today.
Cook’s Illustrated Subscription – $26.95. The ultimate foodie magazine, amazing recipes and technique tips.
Food & Wine 2009 Cookbook – $19.77. The best recipes, wine pairings and menus of the F&W magazine from the past year.
Quick Cook – $23.10. Beautiful photography, recipes, techniques and tips to streamline your time in the kitchen.
Gadgets
Kuhn Rikon Mini-Pro Knife Sharpener – Amazon, $19.99. A must-have for any well-stocked kitchen.
Herb Keeper – Crate & Barrel, $19.95. Perfect for keeping herbs fresh longer!
Rolling Pin – Anthropologie, $24. Beautiful vintage design on bone china.
Mixing Bowl – Crate & Barrel, $24.95. Bright and cheery for any kitchen.
Fold Flat Cheese Grater – Delight, $21.50. Ideal for small kitchens!
