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    Home » Lifestyle

    Foodie Gift Guide 2018

    Published: Nov 26, 2018 · Modified: Apr 11, 2022 by Andrea

    Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for your loved ones? Take a look at the ultimate foodie gift guide loaded with super useful gifts for the foodie, cook and baker in your life.

    We all need holiday gift ideas for our friends and family and hopefully, this gift guide will help you get on your way!

    My mission is to fill you up with inspiration so you can get the perfect gift, so I’ve put together some of my favourite kitchen appliances, tools and cookbooks, which have all been loved by your favourite petite cook and the rest of the family :).

    Whether you’re shopping for the cook in your life, a coffee lover, a gourmand or, you know, you just need a little inspiration on what to ask Santa this year, I hope you’ll find this little foodie gift guide helpful!

    1.Thermomix TM5

    foodie gift guide: Thermomix with cookbook and accessories.

    Starting off with my absolutely favourite kitchen appliances! I've been dying to have a Thermomix for as long as I can remember, and since I was gifted one, I can't stop using it! Thermomix is a multi-functional premium kitchen appliance that is loved by Michelin starred chefs and novice cooks alike because it’s simply the perfect cooking companion. This ultimate kitchen gadget weighs, chops, blends, mixes, grinds, grates, cooks, steams, whisks and kneads, all at the touch of a button. Plus, it comes with a full-colour touchscreen that displays step-by-step recipes.  Thermomix by Vorwerk, price on request

    2. Stand Mixer

    Foodie gift guide: smeg mixer on white background

    This award-winning cool retro stand mixer has been a long favourite and is a fantastic design example of the iconic italian brand Smeg. It comes in a wide choice of both classic and pastel colours, it’s surprisingly quiet but still very powerful, and it’s super easy to use and clean. An absolute must-have for any home. Smeg Mixer - available on Amazon.

    3. Vitamix

    foodie gift guide: vitamix blender The king of all blenders needs no introductions. I use my Vitamix literally every single day. This powerful blender is able to puree the toughest ingredients, and it goes well beyond making delicious smoothies. There are useful auto-settings such as soup and frozen desserts, but you can, of course, adjust the speed and power to fit your needs. Did I mention it also has the automated self-cleaning option? The most impressive and time-saver addition I’ve ever seen in a blender. Vitamix Blender - available on Amazon.

    4. Coffee Machine

    Foodie gift guide: Melitta CI Touch coffee machine , latte macchiato in clear glass cup, espresso in clear mug in the background

    As a true Italian, I'm very picky with my espresso. The first time I tried the CI Touch, my Italian soul absolutely rejoiced at the first sip of my perfect espresso! This beautifully designed coffee machine has all you could possibly ask for and beyond. One of my favorite features is the double bean chamber container, which allows you to select a different bean for any occasion  (I go for a full body intense flavour in the morning and a smoother aroma later in the day).

    Once you've selected your favourite bean, you're just one touch away from the perfect hot drink. The machine comes with preset coffee varieties such as espresso, café crème, cappuccino and latte macchiato and many other. All you have to do is select the desired quantity ( very handy!) and push the button. You can also select warm milk, frothed milk or hot water for a nice cup of tea. I promise, with this coffee machine you'll make any coffee lover especially happy! CI Touch Coffee Machine - Melitta

    5. Pasta Maker

    As a true Italian, I love making pasta at home, but since becoming a mum, it has been something I really didn’t have time for. This pasta maker solved the issue in a blink. It is incredibly easy and straightforward to use, making it the perfect kitchen gadget for novice and busy cooks alike.
    Featuring automatic mixing, kneading and extruding, there’s no much left for you to do - Did I mention the whole process takes less than 15 minutes? Fresh homemade pasta really doesn't get easier than this. Philips Pasta Maker - available on Amazon

    6. Cast Iron Shallow Casserole

    If you have already fallen for cast iron pots, you'll absolutely love this signature shallow casserole. I use it for anything from Italian bolognese sauce to Thai curry and French ratatouille. It's highly durable and comes in too many pretty colours! Le Creuset Shallow Casserole - available on Amazon

    7. 3-Piece Saucepan Set

    foodie gift guide: 3 piece stacked saucepan set, lids in the background

    These beautifully designed pans boast a thick base made up of copper sandwiched between two layers of stainless steel to ensure even heat distribution. These pans are absolutely a beauty to use for everyday cooking. We are a small family of three, so for us the set comes in the perfect sizes! 3-Piece Saucepan Set - Robert Welch

    8. Gold & Black Cutlery Set

    Foodie Gift Guide: Black and Gold cutlery set on a white plate and marble background

    Made from high quality stainless steel with a gold and black coating, this Instagram-worthy cutlery set is the perfect addition to a stylish dinner table! Salter 16-Piece Gold & Black Cutlery Set - available on Amazon

    12. Favourite Cookbooks

    Foodie gift guide: salt, fat, acid, heat cookbook on marble background

    I've put together some of my favorite new releases, which I'm devouring page by page and recipe by recipe as we speak! They all make great gifts for navigated cooks and novice cooks alike.

    • Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat by Samin Nosrat  (pictured above)
    • Season: Big Flavours, Beautiful Food by Nik Sharma,
    • The Food Lab by J. Kenji Lopez-Alt
    • Lateral Cooking by Nikit Segnit
    • Slow: Food Worth Taking Time Over by Gizzi Erskine
    • The Bread and Salt Between Us by Mayada Anjari
    • Food52 Genius Desserts by Kristen Miglore

    I hope this little  gift guide of mine will give you some inspiration and ideas to make the perfect Christmas gift for the foodies in your life!

     

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    Comments

    1. Annalisa Fran says

      December 15, 2018 at 2:44 pm

      I love the design of these items the most: classic mixer, classic shallow casserole, and the cutlery set. The pasta maker also should never miss in a house! Very good choices...

      Reply
    2. Binge on Basics says

      December 13, 2018 at 6:57 pm

      I always end up gifting coffee or pasta machine to my foodie friends and they love it every time. I will try gifting them something else from this list now

      Reply
    3. Kitchen Tools says

      December 12, 2018 at 9:31 am

      Believe me or not i am just fall in love with Gold & Black Cutlery Set i am gonna buy these ASAP.

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        December 12, 2018 at 1:20 pm

        I love it, so chic!

        Reply
    4. chefhazard7 says

      December 12, 2018 at 6:36 am

      I totally agree with the Vitamix assessment. I've been a professional chef for the past 15 years and a vitamix is the one gadget I couldn't live without.
      -Sparky

      Reply
    5. Rose A (@mail4rosey) says

      December 11, 2018 at 9:20 am

      I'm glad to hear it makes great espresso. I am picky about mine too. 🙂

      Reply
    6. Neri Ann says

      December 11, 2018 at 7:43 am

      Every foodie must have's! I should share this to my fellow co-foodies! Thanks for the idea!

      Reply
    7. Makito says

      December 11, 2018 at 4:09 am

      I have a lot of foodie friends so this is perfect for me to choose what kind of gifts to give them for Christmas!

      Reply
    8. LAKATWOMAN says

      December 10, 2018 at 11:22 pm

      There isn't one I don't like but my favorite goes to the black and gold utensils! Very chic

      Reply
    9. Kelly says

      December 10, 2018 at 9:37 pm

      I love all of these ideas. Especially the personalized cutting board with the kids writing on it so cute

      Reply
    10. ❄ Moonlight Mel ❄ (@_moonlightmel_) says

      December 10, 2018 at 10:00 am

      What a brillint foodie gift guide! Everything sounds amazing. I really want to get the smeg stand mixer

      Reply
    11. delhifundos2014 says

      December 10, 2018 at 9:24 am

      Looks like amazing foodie gift guide. The products which you mentioned in foodie gift guide is unique and different too. The Gold & Black Cutlery Set looks super. And I am ordering right away for my friends.

      Reply
    12. simplysensationalfood says

      December 10, 2018 at 8:45 am

      I love this gift guide and particularly love the cutlery, chopping board and the mixer

      Reply
    13. momi berlin says

      December 10, 2018 at 6:19 am

      i love the kitchen helper you have here. they are pretty awesome and truly makes homemaking job easier and fun and i may add, sophisticated.

      Reply
    14. Safia says

      December 10, 2018 at 4:27 am

      Great list! I don't know if you have something similar in the US, but in Canada we have a subscription service called Food Trip To. I've signed up my mother for it last Christmas and the way it works is that every few months she receives a themed box from a different country (eg. Spain, Martinique, China, ...) and in it you have a recipes and the dry ingredients for a full meal to experience the flavour of that country.

      Reply
    15. Pets Naturally (@dogtrainer4ever) says

      December 09, 2018 at 10:58 pm

      What a great foodie gift guide. Now, I need a Thermomix. I can't believe how many things it can do. Sounds amazing.

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        December 11, 2018 at 1:34 pm

        It truly is! It has been a massive help in the kitchen so far, and I can't wait to test it over the holiday dinners 🙂

        Reply
    16. healthyfitcouple.com says

      December 09, 2018 at 8:36 pm

      Love the coffee machine, I would be in heaven if my husband purchased it for me!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        December 11, 2018 at 1:36 pm

        Can't recommend it enough, it makes the best espresso I have ever had at home!

        Reply
    17. munniofalltrades says

      December 09, 2018 at 5:52 pm

      My boyfriend is a big foodie and he will definitely appreciate Coffee Machine. Loved the beautiful guide you have curated

      Reply
    18. Kristen says

      December 09, 2018 at 4:49 am

      awesome gift ideas!! i'm always looking for "different" gifts for friends and you gave me a few ideas!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        December 09, 2018 at 2:09 pm

        I'm so glad to have given you a bit of inspiration!

        Reply
    19. Bites 'N Pieces says

      December 08, 2018 at 7:28 pm

      What a great list! Thanks for all the ideas. I love that personalized cutting board.

      Reply

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