18 Fun Finds For Foodies & Cooks

To please a cook,you have to be clever. They may just have everything they need. To please a foodie, you must have good taste. Think gourmet. This gift guide has a little something for all of the food lovers on your list.

Sabre Paris Bistrot Cheese Knife 

I could use one of these. It guarantees a clean cut of their favorite hard cheese.  Also in Tortoise $50

Perigold

VSOP 25-Year Barrel-Aged Balsamic Vinegar & Arbequina Extra Virgin Olive Oil Gift Set

Any cook knows that to create something delicious, you must have good ingredients. Your foodie will drizzle the oil and vinegar over grilled veggies, create delicious pan sauces and more. $75.95

Williams Sonoma

Tortilla Starter Kit

Oh the aroma of fresh masa and warm tortillas filling the kitchen.  Meet the Tortilla Starter Kit. It comes with everything they need for the best

Mexican meal at home.  The tortilla press is a top pick from Epicurious. $110

Goop

Alva Nori Cast-Iron Mortar & Pestle

This cook has always wanted one. And how nice that it is so good looking! 25% off in your cart tonight.

Food52

Personalized Flamingo Estate Extra Virgin Olive Oil

One of my favorites. This olive oil is luxurious. When Ina Garten says " 1/2 cup of "good olive oil," she means this. It has been named one of the 10 best olive oils by Food and Wine. More than good enough for any cook or foodie. Personalize it and it becomes even more special. $82

Flamingo Estate

Happy Hour Notecards
For the cook or chef that also is a cocktail connoissieur. These are just so fun! Make them your holiday card or invitaion. The foodies in your life will be shaken and stirred after openning this gift. $88. Save 20% today.

Dear Annabelle

French Home Chopstick Set

Foodies and cooks both crave Asian at times. This set features 2 chopsticks with faux ivory handles,, ceramic rests, and sauce bowls.  It's so good looking. $34 .95

Sur La Table

Dom Perignon Limited Edition Gift Box ny Takashi Murakami 2015

A gorgeous gift for champagne drinkers and art lovers. Very special and rated from 95 - 97 points from the experts.  $309

Wine

Geoffrey Zakarian Balsamic Glaze Set

An experienced cook knows how to make a glaze, but it's not easy without burning it.  This is a kitchen shortcut that saves time and tastes delicious.  Zakarian will be well known to most. The set includes a smoked, original, and honey balsamic glaze. $36 with Free Shipping

QVC

Chocolate Covered Potato Chips
You need to just take my word for it. These are the best things since sliced bread. It's the perfect bite of sweet and salty. Available in two or threes. priced up to $80, and worth every penny.
Neiman Marcus

Savini Tatufi Truffle Gift Set

Held in high esteem by cooks and gourmets alike. The minute they open this gift, the rich earthiness of truffles will fill the room. Included in the set is Truffle Flavored Salt, a Summer Truffle Butter Sauce, and Salsa Del Tartufaio Sauce. And let's talk about the fabulous presentation box! $80

Verve Culture

DS&D Urga Pasta Water Candle

 If you put the correct amount of salt in the pasta water, it almost smells like the sea. A candle burning in the kitchen will get the other food smells out. $70

Goop

Mackenzie-Childs Rolling Pin

Who can resist a chic check? The baker will love this ceramic kitchen tool! $60

Neiman Marcus

T- Torch

The coolest in a cigar lounge, but it also comes in handy in the kitchen. This terrific lighter will make quick work of browning meringue and creating creme brulee, too. $78

Goop

Artisan Infused  Salt Discovery Kit

These specialty salts will elevate whatever they are creating  - tasty dishes or cocktails. The kit includes Sriracha Salt, Lime Salt, Espresso Salt, Jalapeno Salt, Black Truffle Salt, and Fleur de Sel.  $44

Uncommon Goods

Mannkitchen Pepper Cannon
Let's face it. Most pepper grinders aren't worth a grain of salt. So I went on a hunt for the very best one. The Pepper Cannon was at the top of every pro's list. It's 20% off for Cyber Monday! $159

Amazon

Porthos Portuguese Sardines 

If  your food lover has been to Portugal or Spain lately, they are probably longing for sardines.I have been told that these Tin Fish are the best~ $35.99

World Market

Golden Artisan Citrus Juicer

This gift has the cool factor. It has been handcrafted from aluminum. Avasilable in five colorways,  ( the red is fun) and is fit for any kitchen. 

Verve Culture

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A Gift Guide For Foodie Fathers

Everyone knows that the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. This Foodie Friday we are giving you a short cut with a roundup of tasty Father's Day Gifts. A Foodie can be someone that just enjoys eating inspired food or anyone that has a passion for creating fabulous food. There is an idea here for all kinds of Foodie Fathers.

Gonnelli 1585 Tuscany Extra Virgin Olive Oil

With a bottle this gorgeous, you might mistake Profumo d'Olivia for a fine perfume. This Italian EVO does have a fabulous fragrance. You will notice scents of almonds and fresh artichokes. It manages to be a little spicy, bitter, and a little herby all at once. A foodie father will have a nose and the tastebuds for this special gift.

Food52

Smithey Hand-Forged Carbon Steel Party Pan, 17"

If Dad loves cooking for a crowd, this pan gets the party started! He will fry up a dozen eggs and a pound of bacon for Sunday Brunch, or paella for a party. It's also perfect for seafood served on ice. So cool for the cook!

Smithey Ironware Company and Food52

Grass Fed Beef

Sustainably sourced, Rastelli's has a long family commitment to you, and the farmers and fishermen that they have partnered with over the years. Their meat is butchered and aged in house.  Why not give Dad the healthiest meat there is? The grass fed selection is just yummy!

Rastelli's

Sundays With Sophie: Flay Family Recipes For Any Day Of The Week

Few things make Bobby Flay happier than cooking with his daughter Sophie. What a sweet treat for Dad, especially if you are his daughter. The best price by far is at....

Amazon

Daniel Boulud Smoked Salmon Collection

Perhaps Dad has been to one of Chef Boulud's restaurants. I have several times, and it is a real treat for the taste buds, and so is this gift. Think Tequilla & Cilantro Salmon, Single Malt Whiskey and Cardomom Salmon, and much more. He will savor your good taste!

Goldbelly

Le Comptoir De Mathilde

This good looking kitchen tool will never see the inside of a cabinet. It's too pretty to put away. It's a mix of Himalayan Sea Salt and peppercorns swirled with berries. At $38 it's a great gift for Dad or any host. Made in France.

Neiman Marcus

 KitchenAid Cordless Hand Mixer

Oh the places Dad can go with this cordless mixer. Now he will be able to whip up some pancakes anywhere in the kitchen! Currently on sale at

Williams Sonoma

Nambe Novo French Rolling Pin

Oh I want one! Not only is this tool good looking,  it works wonders for turning and pivoting while rolling out the pie crust, pizza crust, or pasta dough.

Bloomingdale's

KitchenAid Yummly Smart Thermometer

This smart thermometer takes the guess work out of cooking. It's bluetooth enabled! The app knows exactly how long to cook your fish, steak, chops or what have you. It's genius, and Dad will love it.

Amazon ( $20 less) or Food52

Regiis Ova Caviar by Chef Thomas Keller Classic Caviar

You might just get an extra piece of the inheritance pie if you gift Dad with this. Town and Country magazine says sending someone a nice caviar is like sending a party in a (very chic) tin. This caviar was created by Chef's Keller at his French Laundry restaurant. Ships for free and in time for Father's Day from...

Goldbelly

Kettle Pizza Outdoor Pizza Oven Kit 

Turn his charcoal grill into a wood burning pizza oven. Cooks in 8 minutes. Any pizza loving Dad will love this. Now on sale at....

Crate and Barrel

Sur La Table Exclusive Pride Products

Love really is the best ingredient. And Dad's come in all sizes, colors, and beliefs. Who cares as long as he is a good Dad? 10% of the proceeds from this collection go to True Colors United, a non-profit that implements innovative solutions to youth homelessness. The focus is on the unique experiences of LGTBQ of young people. It's a gift that keeps on giving.

Sur La Table

Wine Infused Salts

If he is a foodie, chances are he also loves wine, especially when cooking. Happy to say that these are made with Pacific Sea Salt ( no Morton's here.) Added to the salt are complimentary herbs, and wine that has been reduced to a very concentrated syrup. They add a rich complexity to anything you flavor with them. Click the link to read about the fabulous flavors.

Uncommon Goods

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