The 15 Most Delicious Gifts for Your Foodie Friends & Family
Give the gift of yum this holiday season.
Searching for that perfect gift to give the food-and-drink obsessives in your life this season? Rather than send them that boring cheese plate again or yet another chef’s knife, we’ve uncovered 15 must-have kitchen essentials that are sure to wow even the most discerning foodie. From small-batch California chocolates and a caviar gift set that’s just begging to be shared over a bottle of champagne, to minimalist salt and pepper shakers and the season’s most in-demand cookbook, these are the holiday’s best gifts for food lovers.
Pineapple Collaborative The Holiday Set
$65
Olive oil is a kitchen staple for even novice cooks, which is why we love this small-batch, California-grown, and sustainable brand (not to mention their aesthetically pleasing packaging). This holiday bundle comes in two colorways and will be pre-wrapped with a custom card, so it couldn’t be an easier gift to give.
Sakara Popcorn Trio
$45
Remember those giant popcorn tins from the ’90s? Well, Sakara has updated them for 2020 with a mix of organic, gluten-free, dairy-free, and non-GMO flavors—sweet, salty, and “cheezy.” We guarantee you and a friend will finish this in just a few sittings.
Kin Euphorics Kin Spritz, 4 Pack
$27
One of the leading brands in the relatively new “functional beverage” category, Kin Euphorics promises all the lightness and subtle buzz of alcohol, but without the hangover. It uses a blend of botanics, adaptogens, and nootropics—a combination of natural and synthetic compounds that have been found to benefit different parts of the brain. This four-pack of spritz (in citrus, spice, hibiscus, and ginger) is the ideal gift to bring to a small dinner party with friends.
Roe Caviar Gift Set
$110
Is there anything more luxe than a tin of white sturgeon caviar? This set comes with sustainably farmed California caviar, plus a wooden presentation box and mother-of-pearl spoon. We recommend you pick up a tub of crème fraîche and the crispiest potato chips you can find (plus a bottle of champagne if you’re feeling festive) and settle in for a night of much-deserved decadence.
Caraway Cookware Set
$495 $395
Whether you’re new to the cooking game or you’re looking to upgrade your mismatched pots and pans, this cookware set is a no-brainer for your home kitchen. The fry pan, saucepan, sauté pan, and Dutch oven come in five different color options and have a ceramic coating, which means you have everything you need to cook an amazing meal like a pro (and look good doing it).
andSons Chocolatiers Holiday Joy Box
$65
You can never go wrong with chocolate for the holidays. Brothers Marc and Phil Covitz founded their company last year in Beverly Hills after years of watching their mother run the local outpost of Swiss chocolate brand Teuscher. The 24-piece holiday box has a mouthwatering variety of flavors from spiced cinnamon caramel to marzipan and saffron. Might as well pick up a box for yourself while you’re at it.
Xi’an Famous Foods: The Cuisine of Western China, from New York’s Favorite Noodle Shop by Jason Wang
$32
If you don’t live in NYC, then you’re likely not familiar with the noodle cult of Xi’an Famous Foods. These are some of the tastiest Western Chinese dishes in the city, and the founder Jason Wang’s long-awaited cookbook is finally here. Re-create some of the most beloved recipes from your home kitchen until it's safe to sit down with a steaming, spicy bowl at one of their New York locations.
McBride Sisters Collection Black Girl Magic Bundle
$65 $62
Another California-based sibling duo, Robin and Andréa McBride turned their passion for wine into the largest Black-owned wine company in America. Their sustainable blends are delicious, easy to sip, and remind us of a time when we could connect with our girlfriends over a bottle or two. This three-pack includes a rosé, a riesling, and a red blend, so no matter who you gift this to, they’re sure to discover a new wine they love.
East Fork Horn Salt & Pepper Set
$28
Yes, these are made with water buffalo horn, harvested after the animal died so as to not waste any organic material. If that’s not a conversation starter at the dinner table, we don’t know what is these days. Help your loved ones upgrade their kitchen accessories for some all-encompassing stylish decor.
The Big Cheese 2.5 LB Extra-sharp Aged Cheddar Cheese
$49
What are the holidays without eating copious amounts of cheese? In our opinion, there’s no better way to say I love you than with two and a half pounds (you read that right) of aged, extra-sharp, entirely delicious cheddar. Founder Josh Gentine is the third generation of the Sargento Foods cheese legacy, so you know this isn’t your run-of-the-mill cheese plate addition. Put a big ol‘ bow on it and ask your friends and family to please share.
Truff Variety Pack
$70
For all the spice fanatics in your life, this trio of signature hot sauces is guaranteed to make them smile (and probably sweat). The white sauce is our favorite, with white truffle, agave, chili pepper, and coriander. Just make sure your giftee has plenty of water nearby.
Beautini Mask Sip Love Holiday Kit
$70
An afternoon masking session pairs perfectly with a warm cup of tea, which is why this set of eight masks and eight teas is the ideal gift for that food and beauty lover in your life. Glowing, hydrated skin for the ones you love? Sign us up.
Eataly When in Toscana
$90
We’re all missing our ability to travel, especially around the holidays, so why not give your loved ones a basket that transports them to Italy right from their kitchen? Pasta, mushrooms, pesto, olive oil—this kit has everything you need to whip up a delicious Italian feast for a few friends and family.
The Spice House Chicago Heritage Deluxe Collection
$70
Chicago doesn’t get nearly enough love as one of the best food towns in America. That’s why we’re gifting our snobbiest food friends this spice set, which includes eight flavors that are signature to the Windy City and used by the most popular chefs and restaurants.
Yukiko Morita Bread Lamp
$239
Sure, this baguette lamp is in no way edible, but you can’t deny that it is seriously adorable. And it is actual bread—it’s just been coated in resin to retain its shape. All you need is a AA battery to light up your kitchen. We guarantee this is a gift even your most food-obsessed friends have yet to receive.
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