These gift ideas are perfect for anyone who loves food and meal prep – this list includes mostly gifts that $50 or less with some splurges.
Get them what they really want
Hey everyone! I'm here with the BEST EVER holiday gift guide on the blog, and it's for the special food lover in your life!
Whatever the case may be, I've scoured the internet for all things cool in the world of food-related gadgets and have rounded up some of my favourites.
Some of the items in this gift guide are even on MY wishlist this year, so you can rest assured that you will find something for everyone on your list.
Prefer video? Watch my gift guide instead!
Bonus last-minute gift ideas
If you're looking for more gift ideas, here are some I have not linked to below – they are just general ideas to get you started!
- Recipe magazine subscription (I love Fine Cooking and All Recipes)
- Cookbooks (I recommend Everyday Dinners, Instant Pot Cookbook and 7 Ways as a start)
- Grocery store gift card
- Macarons, cookies, fancy chocolates or other desserts
- Kombucha, sparkling waters, beers, ciders, wines, fancy spirits
- Uber Eats gift card (for those inevitable nights you want takeout)
- Specialty hot sauces, seasonings, crackers, cheeses, snacks and any other gourmet food items that are local to you
- Food and wine tour (odds are a local company or winery will offer gift cards for this)
Stocking stuffers
Cocktail mixes are always a great idea, but these drink mixes are perfect for travel.
For the baker in your life, these copper measuring spoons are such a treat!
Taco holders are perfect for taco night, especially when you're making multiple flavours.
Get your own sushi making kit for a super fun night with friends and family.
Bento box containers are so perfect for healthy lunches and separating ingredients.
A variety of shapes and sizes with spatulas is handy!
Silicone muffin trays are great for muffins or egg cups without all the mess (they're dishwasher safe too!).
These sandwich bag racks are perfect for keeping bags open while you add in a marinade.
This creme brulee set is super cute and affordable for those dessert lovers in your life.
Chocolate molds are also a super fun idea for those who love to experiment and make their own truffles or nut cups.
A cheese knife set is perfect for entertaining
A garlic press is a must for any kitchen, and this is my absolute favourite one!
These foldable water bottles are perfect for hiking and music festivals!
These reusable metal straws are perfect for the eco-conscious loved one who is trying to move away from plastic straws.
These large ice cube trays are perfect for cocktails and iced coffee so they won't water down your drinks!
This Dressing Emulsifier is amazing for mixing up and storing your favorite homemade salad dressing.
This Bamboo Cutting Board with Prep Storage has three prep drawers that you can put food in after chopping.
This Kitchen Conversion Magnet is a brilliant way to convert different measurements when you're cooking on the go.
These Funny Tea Infuser Shapes are perfect for tea lovers and are a quirky, affordable gift when you run out of ideas.
Keeping an oil mister on hand helps prevent you from buying those aerosol cooking sprays.
These non-stick egg rings shape perfectly round fried or poached eggs for delicious breakfast sandwiches.
These beeswax wraps are a great alternative to plastic wrap. They're reusable so they're great for the environment.
These refillable coffee filters work perfectly with KEURIG machines and are a great way to save money on new pods.
The Silpat baking mat is a non-stick silicone baking mat that replaces the need for butters, oils and parchment paper.
This mandoline also comes with a mini spiralizer that you can use for these healthy spiralizer recipes.
This herb keeper and storage container will keep those bunches of herbs fresher for longer.
This dry pasta measure comes with different holes which make it easy to measure pasta portions for one, two or three.
This produce keeper is a great way to waste less fruit and vegetables and slows downs the spoilage process.
Holiday Gifts: $5 to $50
In line with cocktail mixes, you can buy some fancy glasses from a high end store to make cocktails or have fancy glassware.
These Moscow mule mugs are a great addition to any bar cart – this is my brother's fave cocktail!
This infusion pitcher is such a genius way to flavour your water naturally without all the pulp floating around.
I love electrolyte powders, they're great for mixing into your water when you need a boost in hydration.
This DIY Kombucha Starter Kit is perfect for the kombucha addict in your life (ummm, hello, ME!).
Obviously these glass meal prep bowls are a staple in my house and they're microwave and dishwasher safe.
Souper Cubes are great for freezing leftover pastas, sauces and soups. Just freeze in the blocks, then pop one out.
These glass bowls with lids are so much nicer than having a bunch of plastic containers.
Okay, let's be real: these coffee syrups aren't exactly the healthiest BUT they're a great way to save on coffee runs.
This knife sharpener keeps your knives at peak performance and is a must for any true foodie.
A rice cooker can cook more than just rice! Prep your quinoa, couscous and other whole grains ahead of time with ease.
This 3-in-1 SuperPot with Grill Plate is perfect for camping trips or cooking on the go.
A mixology set is the perfect gift for the amateur bar tender in your life!
The Bialetti Pasta Pot lets you drain noodles without a colander. How genius is this?!
Holiday Gifts: $50 to $75
Silicone reusable bags are great for the home chef trying to cut down on plastic – they're freezer-friendly AND dishwasher safe!
This spice tower is perfect for neatly storing all your dried herbs and spices so you can finally clear out that messy cupboard.
This indoor herb garden is perfect for growing delicious fresh herbs year round!
A juicer is a great way to save on cold pressed juices (see my three recipes to get started!)
A fancy knife set PLUS cheeseboard is even better! And don't forget the red pepper jelly and pickles.
Splurge Gifts ($100+)
I love this container set for dry goods like flour, rice, pasta, etc. They are such a game changer for pantry organization!
A pasta maker is a great idea for home chefs who want to take on a project without it taking forever.
This Belgian Waffle Maker with Removable Plates is perfect for the messy foodie in your life.
The Philips XXL Airfryer has to be one of my new fave kitchen appliances! It makes them MUCH healthier.
The Le Cruset Dutch Oven is coveted by pretty much every foodie, and can switch from stovetop to oven no problem.
The Vitamix is the ultimate blender…seriously. It's like a blender and food processor all in one and is well worth the cost.
Butcher Box is an awesome meat delivery services that operates as a monthly subscription. You can choose from high-quality grass-fed meats and free-range poultry, and it all gets delivered frozen.
Now what would I do without my Instant Pot?! This appliance has changed the way I meal prep since it cooks everything FAST.
The Shun Premier Santoku 7-Inch Knife is the sharpest knife out there and its blade even reduces drag when cutting.
Giving someone a Hello Fresh Subscription is basically the equivalent of buying them a meal plan and groceries!
The SodaStream Sparkling Water Maker is your answer to alternatives to sugar-laden sodas!
The KitchenAid Mixer is another coveted item most foodies would love to get their hands on – specifically the bakers!
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