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As if this year hasn’t been crazy enough, the holidays are approaching and that means we’re busy trying to plan get-togethers at home, menus to please all palates and ways to make everyone’s 2021 *a little better* in the end.
One of the biggest tasks of all involves finding the perfect holiday gifts for our loved ones. Holiday gift guides can be super overwhelming, so let us help! We’ve compiled a lofty list of the 77 best food and beverage gift ideas, that will save you invaluable time this holiday season. Whether you need something unique for the gastronome in your life, or a one-of-a-kind present for the person who already seems to have it all, we have you covered.
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We all have foodies in our lives, right? I mean, there’s so much yummy stuff to enjoy! So, with them in mind, browse through our delicious selection of foodie gift ideas, from practical to over-the-top options. You’ll find an ice cream of the month club, an avocado tree growing kit, ingredient-themed socks, delicious and savory meat rubs and sauces, a pasta machine, a sausage gift basket and so much more.
Each and every one of the food and beverage gifts on this list caters to all budgets, personalities, ages and genders, so you’ll 100% find something for anyone with a zeal for cooking, baking, or just plain eating.
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Ice creams for when you need just the right amount of extra. 6 pints include: Cognac with Gingerbread, Gooey Butter Cake, Mexican Hot Chocolate, Pistachio Macaron, Salted Peanut Butter with Chocolate and White Chocolate Peppermint. Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream Grand Holiday Collection, $68
The subscription gift that keeps on giving. Based in New York’s Hudson Valley, Sfoglini combines the best organic American grains with classic Italian techniques and shapes to create more than 30 types of pasta from Semolina Trumpets to the recently launched Cascatelli. Sfoglini Pasta of The Month Club, $65-120
Fact: No one ever wants to buy wine keys for themselves, but everyone loves a whimsical corkscrew gift. Bergdorf Goodman Godinger Bottle Stopper Corkscrew, $57
Know a busy mom (or dad) who could use some healthy meal prep help? Provenance Meals’ 3-Day Feel Good Fix Program flushes out inflammatory toxins, boosts your system and gives your body the nutrients it craves, while eating delicious food all day long. Provenance Meals Feel Good Fix, $178
Smells like…finely crushed lobster shells, freshly drawn butter and a quaint coastal Maine village. The lobster lover in your life won’t be able to get enough!
Drawn Butter with Lobster Dust Candle, $25
Consciously crafted in California, Gray Whale Gin was inspired by the migratory path of the Pacific gray whale and sourced from six botanicals that can be found along the majestic creatures’ journey from Baja all the way to the Arctic. Gift a bottle to your favorite gin lover this season. Gray Whale Gin, $40
Renowned as the most aromatic of truffles, Piedmont Whites infuse Petrossian’s new olive oil with an intoxicating scent and earthy notes. Be warned, you’ll never be able to go back to regular olive oils after this.
Petrossian Piedmont White Truffle Olive Oil, $33
Tchibo’s innovative machine uses high-tech German engineering to produce an aromatic, fresh, and customized cup in seconds, straight from whole coffee beans. It’s also eco-friendly and uses bean-to-brew engineering, eliminating the need for coffee filters, K-cups, pods or capsules.
Tchibo Single-Serve Coffee Machine, $299
The Veuve Clicquot Holiday Tape is a walk down memory lane for any Veuve (and ’70s) fan, but even better—the gift comes with an exclusive Spotify “So Retro” playlist to be enjoyed whilst sipping Yellow Label. The ultimate pairing.Veuve Clicquot Cassette Tapes + Yellow Label, $53
Consider this a clean Sakara version of the seasonal classic (made with non-GMO popcorn, Himalayan salt, coconut oil and nutritional yeast), arriving just in time for gifting—and holiday movie marathons! Sakara Holiday Popcorn Trio, $45
We guarantee there will be no more fighting over who has to carve the holiday meat with this stylish set of tools. Also on our wish list: the “House-warmer” gift set. New West KnifeWorks The Carving Set, $548
Only the best for someone who is the best. This over-the-top Petrossian picnic basket comes with: 125g of Caviar, Pork Saucisson, Salmon Rillettes, Petrossian Baguette Toasts, Mini Blinis and Crème Fraîche.
Petrossian Picnic in the Park, $315
Even if you forget the highlights of a cocktail party the next day, you’ll always remember an epic cocktail napkin. These chic little squares are embroidered with drinking quotes from famous lushes and are the perfect hostess gift. Signature Napkins Drinking Quotes, $25
Take your favorite griller’s skills to the next level with the Whiskey Bent BBQ Seasoning Kit 6-Pack that includes: The Bird and The Blazin Bird, The Grind and The Rocks, The Old Fashioned and The Fix.
Whiskey Bent BBQ Seasoning Kit 6-Pack, $50
Take the hassle out of grocery shopping for a new mom (or busy dad!) with a subscription service that allows you to shop by diet, lifestyle and pantry needs. Hungryroot also has over 3,000+ recipes so they’ll never be at a loss for what to make. Hungryroot Subscription, $69-129
If you know a someone who can’t live without their morning smoothie, the BlendJet 2 is the gift that keeps on giving. It’s portable, so they can take (and drink it) on the go, plus the TurboJet technology powers through anything in 20 seconds flat: ice, frozen fruit, leafy greens and more. BlendJet 2, $50
Get off the beaten track and explore the diversity of Provence by tasting six hand-picked wines from three of the most iconic estates in the region. Or, sample their Burgundy Tasting Kit. VIVANT Provence Essentials Tasting Kit, $65
Every at-home chef always needs more olive oil. Save your favorite foodie a trip to the store with Pasolivo’s award-winning extra virgin oliveoils in flavors like California Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic-Lemon, Cilantro Lime and Rosemary. Pasolivo Mini Flavorful Favorites, $105
Nothing says holiday party-ready quite like these celebration coasters from home decor queen Kim Seybert. Gift them with this chic BG champagne bucket if you’re feeling extra generous. Kim Seybert Celebration Coasters, Set Of 6, $65
Fromage fans will obsess over this cheese baker that’s ideal for preparing cheese to be served hot: melted brie-based appetizers, mini-fondue or a French ‘raclette’ style dinner. Emile Henry Cheese Baker, $55
Making homemade Indian food doesn’t have to be intimidating anymore. Good Food For Good’s organic Indian cooking sauces combo includes four jars of healthy, bold and complex flavors inspired by the land of spices. Good Food For Good Curry In A Hurry Indian Sauces, $36
Pasta enthusiasts will set for countless dinners at home with Pastene’s Specialty Gift Box that includes six different varieties of pasta, two different sauces, four types of gourmet vegetables and a can of Tonno (tuna) to top it all off! Pastene Specialty Gift Box, $40
Relatable. Available in your choice of signature scent: luxe mango guava or limited-edition spices and evergreen. Pies Before Guys Candle, $35
Featuring the same tried-and-true tools the Blue Apron Culinary team swears by, this bundle includes: a custom French wire whisk, a pair of sturdy tongs, the “use-with-every-recipe” olive wood spoon, a metal slotted spatula and a versatile silicone spatula. Blue Apron The Kitchen Drawer Bundle, $48
Fact: Some of us are just not into outdoor grilling. Grilled food? Yes. Dealing with an actual grill? No. Enter Staub’s grill pan, which is perfect for preparing meat, poultry, fish, veggies and more, for healthier eating. Staub Square Grill Pan, 12″, $200
Curated for flavor, versatility, and quality, the Great for Grilling bundle features quality cuts, flavorful seasonings, and chef tips. Blue Apron Great for Grilling Butcher Bundle, $55
Holiday parties call for bubbly! Clean citrusy acidity and spice notes of fruitcake, with lemon meringue, quince and honey, make this a refined Champagne fit for toasts.
Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Blue Label, $40
You don’t need to have a green thumb for this avocado growing kit! Simply change the water every two weeks and let the boat do the rest. Avocado Tree Growing Kit from AvoSeedo, $11
For the whiskey aficionado in your life, why not treat them to a bottle of exceptional whisky, produced in Cognac, France? Alfred GIRAUD French Malt Whisky is made for explorers of taste who especially love perfection. VOYAGE by Alfred GIRAUD French Malt Whisky, $155+
A true cheese snob will always appreciate more toys dedicated to their passion, such as a Cheese Vault, mini “Partyclette” for melting fromage on baguettes and crackers, or a Slate Cheese Board, all available in Blue Apron’s marketplace. Blue Apron Partyclette, $72
Upgrade your favorite at-home cook’s kitchen with the salt recommended by NOMA chefs! SALTVERK is a flaky Icelandic sea salt that can elevate even the most basic recipes and is currently available in six different flavors inspired by the region. Saltverk Icelandic Salt Set, $45
Store leftovers and snacks in these graduated lidded bowls that lend an earthy and minimalist style to your kitchen. Hawkins New York Set of 3 Essential Lidded Bowls, $58
The ultimate gift for any outdoor (or tailgating) enthusiast who likes to stay hydrated in style. The YETI Hopper Flip 12 Cooler is made with closed-cell foam for exceptional cold-holding power, a leakproof HydroLok Zipper and a double-sided TPU exterior. Comfortably fit 12 cans inside—or a lot of wine and cheese. YETI Hopper Flip 12 Cooler, $250
Hot sauce fanatics rejoice! We’ve found the chicest firey comdiment on the market from Truff. Topped with diamond-shaped caps, this luxe set comes with all three of TRUFF’s truffle hot sauces: Original, HOTTER and White Truffle. Truff Variety Pack, $70
Celebrity chef Daniel Boulud and Italian coffee house Lavazza have teamed up for a Brunch of Champions gift box overflowing with Cannelé de Bordeaux pastries infused with coffee, almond croissants, brioche, lemon-chive butter and Daniel Boulud Smoked Salmon for his famous scrambled eggs. Now it’s a question of who to give it to… Daniel Boulud x Lavazza Brunch of Champions Gift Box, $159
Gift the gift of the best date night ever with Krug’s music pairing experience curated by VOCES8 and Ozark Henry, along with a special food pairing curated by Chef Cassidee Dabney of Blackberry Farm. Included: 1 bottle of KGC 169eme Edition, 2 Krug Le Joseph glasses, Blackberry Farms Smoked Onion Jam, Buttermilk Dressing, Cornmeal Lavosh Crackers, Pickled Baby Carrots and Southern Season Cheese Straws. Krug Grande Cuvée 169ème Édition Music Pairing Experience & Tasting Kit, $369
What do you get the foodie-meets-puzzle obsessed person in your life? Food puzzles, obviously! ‘The Eve’ showcases the quintessential holiday feast once it’s put together. Jiggy Puzzles The Eve by Ana Hard, $49
A holiday advent cal like no other! 24 premium, nip-sized gins await behind these little paper flaps, like Four Pillars Bloody Shiraz Gin, Hendricks Lunar Gin, Bathtub Gin and more. The Spirit Co. Premium Gin Advent Calendar, $120
Cocktails made easy. Stock your favorite spirits and water in the machine and they will be released, mixing with the cocktail capsule contents while being dispensed. Premium Cocktails On Demand from Bartesian,$350
Calling all cheese fanatics! Whether you’re looking to explore new flavors or venture into an undiscovered category, this selection is for the adventurous at heart. With a group of 3-4 unique cheeses hand-selected by cheesemongers each month, this collection is guaranteed to tickle your taste buds. Murray’s Cheesemonger’s Picks Cheese of the Month Club, $75
Even the consummate hostess could use one more whimsical cheese platter. This marble statement piece (sourced from Greece), combines old-world craftsmanship with everyday function and will look A+ on your table or counter. Anthologist Donkey Marble Cheese Platter, $395
Give the wine enthusiast who has everything this delightful Italian bubbly that comes in a sleek chill box, keeping wine cool for up to four hours! When you pop a bottle of this 100% chardonnay blanc de blancs, you unleash the original sparkling wine made from the first Chardonnay grapes planted in the Trentino mountains by Giulio Ferrari in 1902. Ferrari Brut NV, Trentodoc with Chill Box, $27
Good news for Katz’s lovers—you can get your hands on their reubens whenever you want. Katz’s has been serving traditional Jewish fare for over 132 years and their pastrami and corned beef sandwiches are the gold standard. Choose from their Reuben Package, High Holiday dinners, Grilling Kits and more. Katz’s Deli Packages, $90+
This professional tool is super fast and more accurate than any other cooking thermometer on the market. It has become the top consumer cooking thermometer for home use. Classic Thermapen from ThermoWorks, $79
Fully accessorized with burner, stainless steel base and four fondue prongs, this oak-handled pot will take you from fromage fest to chocolate heaven in a Swiss instant. Ceramic Fondue Set from Boska, $89
Enhance your favorite at-home bartender’s kit with these five all natural bitters in a handy pocket size. Flavors include: Tonic, Peach, Olive, Cucumber and Chocolate. The Bitter Truth Cocktail Bitters Bar Pack, $20
Dip into the flavors of the four corners of the world. These 15 herbs and spices by Julie Pedersen let you explore the core flavors of five different cuisines. Gourmet Oil Dipping Spice Kit from Simply Dashing,$39
Who doesn’t love a gourmet gift box? You’ll find full-size items in Dan the Sausageman’s box so you can enjoy more than a taste and all foods are shelf-stable. Gourmet Sausage Gift Basket from Dan the Sausageman’s, $70
This self-watering herb pot cultivates herbs almost all by itself. It’s a low-maintenance way to try your hand at gardening. Ceramic Self-Watering Herb Pot from Livana, $40
Enjoy having 5-liters of your favorite craft brew right in your kitchen, and keep it cold and fresh for 30 days after tapping. Fill the included 5-liter keg growler, or use any standard pressurized or non-pressurized mini keg. Stainless Steel Tap Beer Growler by HomeCraft,$175
Homemade pasta is easy to prepare with this old-fashioned Italian-made machine, the same kind used in home kitchens throughout Italy. The optional attachment rolls, stuffs and crimps dough to make pillow-like ravioli. Pasta Machine from Imperia, $80
The ultimate snack box for stress-free entertaining at home. This Hickory Farms sampler comes with everything for a successful munchie curing evening: sweet and spicy sausages, smoked cheeses, mustard spreads, nut mix—and they’ll donate $5 to No Kid Hungry with each box to help feed kids in need. Hickory Farms Give Back Gift Box, $50
With 11-in-1 functionality, it does everything a regular Instant Pot does. Pressure cooking and air frying both help you save time and cook healthy meals, while roasting and baking with the air fryer lid produces amazing results. Duo Crisp + Air Fryer from Instant Pot,$129
Sip sustainably with Pampered Chef’s Metal Straws! Metal Straws from Pampered Chef,$9
A tasty and healthy on-the-go olive snack in four delicious flavors. Natural Pitted Olives Variety Pack of 24 from Oloves, $28
This accurate, precise scale is designed for ease of use. The display pulls out so it’s simpler to see the readout, without the shadow of bowls or the edges of plates getting in the way. Precise Pull Out Display Scale from King Arthur Flour, $50
Leave it to Martha Stewart to create one of the best meal delievery kits on the market, thanks to her seasonally selected ingredients and special spice blends. Martha & Marley Spoon accommodates all your typical diet plans (with vegetarian, low-carb, and gluten-free options) and they even highlight the best dishes for kids, along with meals you can make in 30 minutes, or in one pot. Choose from 20 different recipes a week—for a 2-person or 4-person box—then get ready to enjoy making homemade meals together, with the ease of pre-portioned ingredients and recipe cards. Martha & Marley Spoon Meal Kit Delivery Service, $50-121
This rich, creamy Champagne with fine bubbles (at an affordable price) would make the perfect gift for a loved one, or provide an exceptional toast at a virtual gathering this holiday season. Champagne Pol Roger’s Brut Reserve ‘White Foil,’ $50
These are the 24 essential spices we recommend for every kitchen. Essential Spice Collection from Spice House,$110
This limited-edition rustic wood crate is full of small-batch spicy greatness. If you love spicy food, you’re going to lose your mind when you slide open this cornucopia of flavor-packed heat. Spicy Box Of Awesome – Hot Sauce Gift Set from Fuego Box, $55
The sampler is a replica of the old Vermont Grading Sample Kits used by Sugarmakers for generations. Pure Vermont Maple Syrup Grade Sampler from Mast General Store, $11
Make rich, creamy froth in seconds. The Milk Boss Frother gives that professional finishing touch to your latte. Milk Frother from Zulay, $14
The best practical plastic bag holder with pocket clips. Clip Food Storage Bag Racks from Kacaga,$16
Ergo Spout is the mason jar accessory of our dreams! ErgoSpout from Culinesco, $22
Designed to support a healthy lifestyle, this large-capacity air fryer oven features an advanced microprocessor and 7 preset Smart Programs designed for perfect results every time. Instant Vortex Plus 7-in-1 from Instant Pot,$130
There is no substitute for a genuine Johnny Apple Peeler! Johnny Apple Peeler with Suction Base from Victorio Kitchen Products, $30
Sister’s Sauce has no secret ingredients; it’s just a classic, simple bloody mary mix boasting ingredients you know and love. Bloody Mary Mix from Sister’s Sauce, $24
These indoor herb growing kits grow perfectly on a windowsill, in an apartment, or even on your countertop. Indoor Herb Garden Starter Kit from Spade to Fork,$24
From its powder coating to its versatile lid, these tumblers were carefully crafted to keep wine cold and spill-proof. 6-pack 12-oz. Stemless Wine Tumblers,$55
Take your pour over coffee or cold brew to go in this reusable double-walled glass bottle-wrapped. Pour Over and Cold Brew To-Go Bottle from Brumi, $37
This vibrant durable cast iron dutch oven delivers even heat distribution and great for everyday use. 6 Qt Enameled Dutch Oven By Artisanal Kitchen Supply,$70
Sous vide is taking off with home chefs as a whole new way to cook—and the newly updated Anova Precision Cooker makes it faster and easier than ever. Precision Sous Vide Cooker with WiFi by Anova, $140
This cotton nut milk bag will squeeze out the liquid more quickly and easily. Nut Milk Bags by Scengclos, $8
Within minutes you can have empanadas and churros created with a variety of delicious fillings. Empanada and Churro Maker by CucinaPro, $38
This gift set includes everyting you need to open, enjoy and successfully preserve a bottle of vino, including an electric wine extractor and vacuum preserver. Wine Gift Set with Electric Wine Opener from Ivation,$50
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