Whether you’re shopping for a seasoned chef or an eager beginner, finding the right gift that won’t break the bank can be challenging. Fear not! We’ve found five kitchen essentials to help elevate their cooking game without stretching your wallet.
AnySharp Knife Sharpener from Youzey ($15.99)
This highly rated and deceivingly affordable sharpener has diamond-honed Tungsten Carbide blades to sharpen knives with just a few light strokes. The base has a patented Power Grip suction cup that keeps the sharpener in place as you use it. It’s also small enough for those with limited counter space. Available in several colors.
Made In Cookware Baking Slab ($109)
Made In Cookware designs durable and stylish cookware for home cooks and professional chefs. This unique Baking Slab has a low rim, making it ideal for everything from focaccia to sheet cakes. The porcelain Slab allows for even heating, and it’s microwave- and oven-safe up to 650F. It’s also thermal shock resistant, so you can freeze, bake, and serve, all in the same vessel. I also love their stainless steel Grill Press ($69) for making smashed potatoes, paninis, and burgers on the stovetop or grill. It’s nice and heavy for easy pressing, and the raised handle keeps your hand away from the hot cooking surface. It also has a (removable) leather handle that enhances its stylish look.
Earlywood Essentials Set ($58)
Your home chef has wooden spoons, but they probably don’t have these! These four flat wooden cooking tools are not only beautiful, but they have so many uses, including smashing garlic, sauteing, and even serving salads
The beautiful, handcrafted wooden kitchen utensils are made in the mountain town of Red Lodge, Montana. FOLLOW US for more gift guides!
Tramontina All in One Plus 5-Quart Pan ($84.99, $69.98 at the time of this writing)
This is one of those pans that every home cook should have, whether they are a novice or a pro. We have plenty of pans and return to this one again and again.
The dishwasher-safe, oven-safe, easy-to-clean pan is compatible with induction, gas, electric, and ceramic glass cooktops and can be used for everything from sautéing to steaming. The set includes the 5-quart Pan, an aluminum lid, a stainless steel steamer insert, a bamboo multi-purpose utensil, and a bamboo trivet. Available in several chic colors and comes with a lifetime warranty.
The Silicone Kitchen Starter Set ($64.50, $49.98 at the time of this writing)
This set of reusable, silicone baking essentials will be a welcome gift for the home cook who loves a quick and easy cleanup! The set includes 24 regular-sized baking cups, 12 jumbo baking cups, 24 mini baking cups, two half-sheet silicone baking mats, and two quarter-sheet silicone baking mats. All items in the set are non-toxic, BPA-free, and made of 100 percent food-grade silicone. They are also oven-safe (up to 445°) and safe for use in the microwave, air fryer, dishwasher, and freezer. And they’re non-stick! No need for grease or non-stick spray.
