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59 Kitchen Gifts Any Home Chef Will Love

Cooking is about to get more fun.

By Medgina Saint-Elien, Isis Briones and Jessica Cherner
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While some people may not appreciate kitchen gifts as much as, well, self-proclaimed home chefs, anyone who knows how to ice a cake, roast a chicken, or bake a casserole will love such presents. Plus, what better way to say thank you for constantly feeding you delicious dishes you could never make yourself than with a luxurious present they'll actually use? So we hunted around for useful tools, utensils, and even ingredients that all home chefs—whether they're professionals or novices in the kitchen—will appreciate.

From a set of 1950s-inspired cloth bowl covers (for the bakers and bread makers) to a 10-in-1 toaster oven that doubles as an air fryer, there are a lot of solid options below. The best part? We included a massive price range, starting at just $10. Otherwise, feel free to splurge on something that will become a game-changer in the kitchen, like a matcha starter kit or a best-selling cast-iron skillet.

From small businesses to big-name brands, all of the products on our list are practical in the best way. And every time the lucky recipient uses it, they'll think of you! What could be better than that? The winter holidays may still be a little ways away, but we don't suggest waiting any longer because these best-sellers are going to fly off the shelves pretty quickly. So get there first and snag the best ones before they're officially gone for good.

For the Tearless

OXO Good Grips Chopper

Good Grips Chopper
For the Tearless

OXO Good Grips Chopper

$23 at Amazon$45 at Walmart$23 at Wayfair
Credit: Amazon

This chopper isn't just easy to use—it also makes for easy cleanup once you're done cutting up those nuts and veggies.

For the Griller

Gotham Steel Indoor Smokeless Grill

Indoor Smokeless Grill
For the Griller

Gotham Steel Indoor Smokeless Grill

Credit: Amazon

The backyard barbecue just came indoors. Get charred burgers even in the middle of winter on this countertop cooker. Bonus: The nonstick griddle cleans much faster than the traditional grate.

For the Efficient

UÜTENSIL The Unique Automatic Pan Stirrer

The Unique Automatic Pan Stirrer
For the Efficient

UÜTENSIL The Unique Automatic Pan Stirrer

Credit: Walmart

This handy gadget makes sure everything in your pan stays consistently stirred—perfect for those tricky recipes that require a lot of attention.

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For the Fried Food Aficionado

CRUXGG Digital 10-in-1 Toaster Oven with Air Fry

Digital 10-in-1 Toaster Oven with Air Fry
For the Fried Food Aficionado

CRUXGG Digital 10-in-1 Toaster Oven with Air Fry

Credit: Walmart

Even your friends who don't enjoy cooking will be in awe of this stunning dual-functioning gadget. Serving as an air fryer and a toaster oven, your food will be cooked to perfection every single time by combining heat and turbo convection for a delicious, crispy meal.

For the Butter Lover

Buttercup Butter Maker

Amazon’s Choice
Buttercup Butter Maker
For the Butter Lover

Buttercup Butter Maker

Now 27% Off
Credit: Amazon

Nothing is more satisfying than spreading homemade butter on a freshly baked roll, or at least that's what your foodie friend will say after receiving this charming gift.

For the Storer

PrepSealer Food Saving Tritan Vacuum Container

Amazon’s Choice
Food Saving Tritan Vacuum Container
For the Storer

PrepSealer Food Saving Tritan Vacuum Container

Credit: Amazon

No need to fuss with a long marinade when this gadget's vacuum pump achieves the same effect in minutes.

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For the Sweet Tooth

Ninja CREAMi Ice Cream Maker

Editor’s Choice
CREAMi Ice Cream Maker
For the Sweet Tooth

Ninja CREAMi Ice Cream Maker

Credit: Amazon

Choose from functions like milkshake, sorbet, smoothie, and gelato to create the dessert of your choice in one touch. It's a compact gadget and includes two pint containers for when your friend wants to save their tasty creation.

For the Vegetarian

Dreamfarm Spina In-Sink Salad Spinner

Editor’s Choice
Spina In-Sink Salad Spinner
For the Vegetarian

Dreamfarm Spina In-Sink Salad Spinner

Credit: Williams Sonoma

We can't get enough of this salad spinner (it won a Live Better Award)! With one pull of the handle, this must-have will dry your salad and keep it within the basket so there's no green left behind. To stop the spinning, just press down again and lunch is ready!

For the Perfectionist

Our Place Perfect Pot

Perfect Pot
For the Perfectionist

Our Place Perfect Pot

Credit: Our Place

There's no better time than the present to gift kitchenware from Our Place. We're sure the chef in your life has the popular pan, so build out their collection with this pot! It's available in seven beautiful hues to crisp, boil, braise, steam, strain, and more.

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For the Odor Free

GreenTech Environmental pureAir FRIDGE

 pureAir FRIDGE
For the Odor Free

GreenTech Environmental pureAir FRIDGE

Credit: Amazon

This amazing air purifier keeps food fresh and odors out. Open your fridge without fear of the smell of leftovers!

For the Well Seasoned

FinaMill Battery-Operated Spice Grinder

Amazon’s Choice
Battery-Operated Spice Grinder
For the Well Seasoned

FinaMill Battery-Operated Spice Grinder

Credit: Amazon

This award-winning battery-0perated spice grinder makes seasoning food incredibly easy. The set includes two pods to adjust coarseness. With one touch, any meal is elevated.

For the Leftovers Lover

Caraway Glass Food Storage Set, 14 Pieces

Glass Food Storage Set, 14 Pieces
For the Leftovers Lover

Caraway Glass Food Storage Set, 14 Pieces

Credit: Caraway

Another Caraway item we're obsessed with, this storage set has a (nontoxic and microwave safe!) container for virtually every leftover. It's a bit of a splurge for the entire set and storage system, but can you really put a price on never having mismatched plastic lids again?

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For the DIY Expert

Spade to Fork Organic Home Garden

Best Seller
Organic Home Garden
For the DIY Expert

Spade to Fork Organic Home Garden

Credit: Etsy

Growing your own food at home just got so much easier. This kit grows spinach, kale, arugula, and lettuce. A veggie lover's dream!

For the Recipe Follower

Prepara iPrep Adjustable Stand

On Sale
iPrep Adjustable Stand
For the Recipe Follower

Prepara iPrep Adjustable Stand

Now 34% Off
Credit: Amazon

This stand makes it even easier to follow a recipe from your phone or tablet. It comes with a stylus so you don't get flour all over the screen.

For the Entertainer

Luxury Living Furniture Fab Slabs Paddle Board

Fab Slabs Paddle Board
For the Entertainer

Luxury Living Furniture Fab Slabs Paddle Board

Credit: Amazon

The cook in your life will appreciate this natural antibacterial cutting board made from 100 percent sustainable camphor laurel trees in Australia. Each slab is unique and smells like the great outdoors upon arrival. It will become a staple in their cooking routine.

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For the Garlic Enthusiast

Garlic Baker

Best Seller
Garlic Baker
For the Garlic Enthusiast

Garlic Baker

Credit: Amazon

You know the person who loves to serve fancy hors d'oeuvres at holiday meals? This nifty terra-cotta contraption is for them. You can roast garlic in it to get it perfectly soft and creamy for spreading on bread. In between festivities, it helps keep several heads fresh.

For the Professional Fryer

COSORI Air Fryer Pro

On Sale
Air Fryer Pro
For the Professional Fryer

COSORI Air Fryer Pro

Credit: Amazon

Making all sorts of crispy snacks like fries and bacon becomes way easier with an air fryer, without the need to use tons of oil in a deep fryer or a pot. This capacious one can serve a crowd.

For the Fresh

Food Huggers 5-Piece Set

Amazon’s Choice
5-Piece Set
For the Fresh

Food Huggers 5-Piece Set

Credit: Amazon

Keep produce fresh after you've cut into it with these food-saving covers, which can replace your rolls of plastic wrap. This set comes with four sizes to fit just about any fruit or veggie.

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For the Health Nut

Cuzen Matcha Starter Kit

Best Tested
Matcha Starter Kit
For the Health Nut

Cuzen Matcha Starter Kit

Credit: Amazon

Our editors are obsessed with this sleek matcha maker that won't take up space on your counter. It includes delicious ground matcha packets and is super easy to use. You can happily enjoy a cup whenever you visit your friend!

For the Safe

Material The Forever Peeler

The Forever Peeler
For the Safe

Material The Forever Peeler

Credit: Material

Shopping editor Jess Cherner reaches for this small but mighty rose gold peeler whenever she's in the kitchen. You don't have to apply a lot of pressure to peel away the skin of fruits and veggies. Plus, it comes with a handy replacement blade to slide onto your peeler when it gets dull in the future.

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Medgina Saint-Elien
Senior Market and Partnerships Editor

Medgina Saint-Elien covers everything your home needs. She writes about exciting new product launches, hands-on reviews, and the "lightbulb" moments in every maker's story. In overseeing key HB editorial franchises, including the Live Better Awards, Saint-Elien champions the work of BIPOC entrepreneurs in the design and beauty industries. In addition to House Beautiful, her work has been published in Byrdie, Snapchat, and more. Outside of work, the writer and poet can be found documenting her travels on social media and saving memes for future use.

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Senior Shopping Editor

Isis Briones is House Beautiful’s Senior Shopping Editor, she’ll find the best items for your home at every price point. She also loves to travel, so don’t be surprised if she hooks you up with some travel deals. Find more of her work published in Complex, Architectural Digest, Teen Vogue, and more.

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Jessica Cherner is House Beautiful’s associate shopping editor and knows where to find the best high-low pieces for any room.

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