| Trish Clasen Marsanico |
Sophie Lou Jacobsen designed this style of cup, which features colorful borosilicate glass. The wavy glasses work for sipping water, cocktails and iced coffee or can be used as small vases. “They’re a super fun addition to any glassware collection,” says assistant food editor Joy Cho. “My friend got me a set of the pink ones that I love very much!”
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“This high-quality olive oil is a bit pricey for everyday use, so it makes such a special gift,” says assistant food editor Samantha MacAvoy. “Plus, the bottle will look great on their counter!”
Knives are the type of kitchen item that someone may not personally splurge on, but they will be seriously grateful to receive a high-quality chef knife as a present. (Yes, there really is a big difference between a good knife and a great one.)
“This was a first of many cloches that I have tested, but it’s still my favorite to make homemade sourdough or even other yeasted breads,” says kitchen reviews analyst and GH‘s resident bread baker Eva Bleyer. “If your loved one is serious about baking bread, it’s a gift that they will have for long time, thanks to it having the same durable material of your favorite Le Creuset dutch oven.
If they’re the type of person that says more anytime someone is grating cheese over their pasta dish at an Italian restaurant, they need a way to bring that experience into their home. “This one has a handle that makes it beautifully go from prep to table,” says chief food director Kate Merker.
Nothing says adulting quite like owning a set of matching kitchen utensils, so this gift is great for anyone who just moved into a new place or is ready to ditch their mismatched set. You can’t go wrong with GIR, made of high-quality seamless silicone and available in a range of stunning hues. (P.S. The GIR 3-Piece Set is also a solid option.)
A spice blend easily ups the delish factor of whatever you’re cooking, but picking just one jar to gift feels like a pretty big commitment. The solution: An assortment of Spiceology’s fan-favorite and most popular mixes, so they can try ’em all — as a rub, marinade, you name it, and discover a new obsession.
Assemble a package featuring a few ice cube trays in a variety of shapes and sizes, so they can chill their drinks in style. One of our editors uses hers all the time, even though her fridge comes with a built-in ice maker.
This brand sells jars of individual spices — with pretty present-worthy packaging — on Amazon, if you’re looking for a last-minute kitchen gift that will impress. On the Villa Jerada site, you will also find an assortment of Moroccan pantry kits. “These are beautiful and would work as a special food gift,” says food producer and recipe developer Tina Martinez.
Chances are the cook in your life is dealing with quite a few kitchen messes. Give them the gift of a clean kitchen, courtesy of a handheld vacuum. “This is amazing for crumbs, coffee grounds, you name it,” says Bleyer.
A milk frother is a serious game changer for anyone who loves coffee and lattes (just think about the frothy milk!). This model received top scores during milk frother testing in the Good Housekeeping Institute Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab. And it has four functions, so they can whip up foamy cappuccinos, steamed milk, and iced cold foam lattes like a real barista.
Trish (she/her) is the deputy food editor at Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things food, from cooking trends and delicious recipes to top-tested kitchen products and grocery finds. She has more than a decade of experience writing about food for GH, Women’s Health, Prevention, Redbook, Woman’s Day, The Daily Meal and Food Network. When she’s not at the supermarket or trying out a new recipe, you can find her at the beach, in her backyard or on the couch — typically with a glass of wine in hand.
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