The Food Lover's Gift Guide

Culinary literature, fancy butter knives, chef-approved kitchen gear—recommendations for those who love all things food.

This gift scout is dedicated to the acquaintance who enjoys solid food beyond mere aliment . Not only does she relish awell - marinated olive , but she also look up to the aesthetics of one ; not only does she shop the buzzy restaurant , but she also dress to be mistake for the chef .

In this guide , you wo n’t receive any comestible delights likefancy tins of fishorjars of gourmet chili crisp , but you will find solid food - conterminous goods that are sure to put smiles on the faces of those obsessed with food culture at large . Really great talent serve certain subprogram ( see : Japanese butter tongue ) , but the good gifts serve no affair at all ( see : paella ornament ) .

From microgreen growing systems to garlic - shape standard candle , here are all the best gifts to get the epicurean who really wishes you ’d stop calling them that .

‘my first popsicle’ book cover

Design by Maggie Rossetti for Thrillist

My First Popsicle, edited by Zosia Mamet

Instead of endow your bang onea cookbook they credibly already have , weigh a collection of solid food essays . This “ anthology of food and feelings ” is center around the store we associate with different meal in our lives , feature the voices of chefs , role player , musicians , and other celebrities . Patti Lupone share her childhood memories of seeking out shellfish , while Jia Tolentino reflects on the chicken dish she make to escape world . It ’s a double win if your giftee is a fan ofGirls , because this collection have a piece from Andrew Rannells and just so happens to be edited by Zosia Mamet .

Leath Fieldhouse

If you have any self - reliant growers on your list , consider setting them up with a hi - technical school microgreen sprouter . The Leath Fieldhouse , which sport full spectrum LEDs , can grow everything from broccoli microgreens to pea shoots . These greens are harvested just day into their living cps , so they can contain up to 40 time more nutrients compared to full - grow vegetables . With this simple machine , your brother will always have a nutritious garnish at the quick . Plus , the contraption itself is prompt by Japanese and Norse design , so it ’ll look ultra chic on any countertop or bookshelf .

John Derian Paella Ornament

This one ’s for the Quaker who embraces a food for thought - theme Christmas tree diagram . Encourage them to dump the tedious old candy cane hanger or Zea mays everta chaplet and treat them to this exquisite paella ornament , manus - blown in Poland . But if Valencian culinary art is n’t their style , John Derian has an overwhelming amount of schmalzy food ornaments to pick out from , miniaturise everything from sushi boats and avocado toast to caviar derriere and Viscount St. Albans - wrap asparagus .

Yui Brooklyn garlic-shaped candle

The only thing that would make this one - hammering allium sculpture well is if it in reality smack like garlic . But Yui candles , which are hand - poured and made in small batches in Brooklyn , are not meant for burning . They ’re there for home decor ; for your guests to pick up and put down ; for commence conversations at company . This cat is composed of rude soy and beeswax , featuring a lead - free cotton plant wick .

Birkenstock Super-Birki

Wedeclared 2022 the yr of the rubber clog , and for good reason . The water - resistive footwear provides the auspices you need when wangle in a slippery kitchen or tending to a garden . But , more significantly , they are the ultimate giving for anyone who obtains vogue inspo fromThe Bear . In blood line with the chefcore trend , Birkenstock ’s Super - Birkis can make any outfit look oh - so - utilitarian . These do in a number of fun colour .

It ’s also beena class for butter , apparently , and this tiny gadget is certain to change any dairy farm fan ’s living . If you ’ve ever struggle to spread refrigerated butter on toast — and merely have no forbearance to wait for it to thawing — look no further than this Japanese butter scraper . feature a line of tiny holes , the stainless steel knife produce lean ribbons of butter , soften them for easy spreading .

Susan Alexandra Olive Pick Barrette

jewellery designer Susan Alexandra isknown for her whimsical innovation , often featuring food and boozing favorites . This manus - bead barrette is made forfans of the dirty martini . This add-on , which comes directly from the ’ 90s , will be indisputable to elicit envious stare from across the taproom and copious olive puns .

Staub Tomato Cocotte

animation is simply too short to cook in regularly shaped cocottes . Not only will this advanced , red stunner fill up the cook in your lifetime with a sensory faculty of joy , but it ’ll also leave for a wonderful display at any dinner party . Made in France , the Staub Tomato Cocotte is fashioned out of enameled cast iron , which is great for retain heat while making soups , stews , pot roasts , and other slowly - cooked repast .

Papier Hanging Fruits recipe journal

For many of us , formula organization comes in the form of bookmarking various lozenge , never to be opened again . Preserve your precious creation the old fashioned waywith this beautiful journal , sectioned off by breakfast , lunch , dinner party , and treats . Each formula card layout contains place to note military rating , dietary requirements , and tips for each formula . There ’s even a maculation to list favorite stores , restaurants , and spot to try , as well as an index for ready to hand measurements and conversion . It ’s the ideal natural endowment for formula developers , organizational wonk , and those who merely enjoy putting penitentiary to newspaper .

Tak Tak Face Cup

The squiggly , wiggly barware trend is here to stay , and these glass , which are handmade to grade in Austin , each contain a personality of their own . When project your critter , take from a kitchen stove of human emotion : “ felicitous , ” “ Sad , ” “ Surprised , ” “ Salty , ” or “ Not impressed . ” you may even toss some earrings on them if you ’d like . These Tak Tak Face Cups are indisputable to bring charm to any stripe cart .

leath fieldhouse