Best gifts for foodies: great food gift ideas for the amateur chef in your life
Cook up a storm this Christmas
Food and drink is by far one of the best things about Christmas. After all, when else is there's so much of it! But for some people, food is a year-round obsession – and you're probably going to want to reflect that in your gifts to them, too. That's where this list of the best gifts for foodies comes in.
In recent years, food-related gifts have come a long way from a bottle of booze and a cheap box of chocolate. Now, there are Instagram-worthy recipe books, more luxury teas and coffees than we'll ever drink, and an array of kitchen tech from brilliant coffee machines to fun little cooking gadgets.
So, whether you're buying for a baker or looking for a keen home cook, we've collected some of the best gifts for foodies you can buy this Christmas – from cheap and cheerful accessories to investments that will stand the test of time.
- Looking for some more gift ideas, take a look at our best stocking fillers, best gifts for him and our main Christmas Gift Guide for more inspiration
Best gifts for foodies
We all know someone who loves to drench everything they eat with hot sauce – so why not help them do it? This pocket sriracha bottle can be popped in a bag or attached to a keychain and taken out and about. They'll never complain about bland food again.
No foodie gift guide would be complete without a Le Creuset, would it? The absolute gold standard when it comes to cooking, Le Creuset won't let you down. It's expensive, yes, but boy is it worth it.
3. Nothing Fancy by Alison Roman
Buy now from AmazonChances are you've seen some coverage of this book or of Alison herself, who regularly writes recipes for the New York Times and others. This book is perfect for anyone who likes to entertain – simple, delicious recipes to cook when you're hosting.
Making every meal special, these black truffle slices are preserved in extra virgin olive oil and make the perfect gift for even the most discerning foodie.
There's nothing like perfectly fresh sushi – so why not encourage someone to make it for themselves at home? This sushi making set contains everything you need to make sushi – a rolling mat, rice, nori sheets, wasabi paste, seasoning and a serving set. All you need to provide is the fish.
Made with juicy citrus fruit, warming spices, and sweet vanilla, this rum marmalade is sure to warm you up at the breakfast table.
We named this our best coffee machine earlier this year – and it has some great features to live up to the accolade. Gorgeous design, amazing tasting coffee, and easy to use. Yes, it's a bit pricy for a Christmas present – but if you want good coffee, it's worth it.
Start their day with a zing with this refreshing orange and ginger tea. delicious taste, high quality tea, AND the box looks great in the kitchen. Perfect.
With a digital control panel allowing you to perfectly control temperature, this sous vide immersion cooker will appeal to anyone who fancies themselves a bit of a chef. Sous Vide cooking is all the rage – and it's said to help retain vitamins and minerals in food, so there's a health benefit too.
'tis the season to dig in to enough cheese to sink a ship - and now even vegans can get involved thanks to alternative cheese merchants La Fauxmagerie. The cheesemonger's faux cheese and pickle hamper will set you back around £25 and allow your taste-buds to experience a Branston x La Fauxmagerie December taster box, crammed full of the best cheese-inspired alternatives around (and a dollop of pickle for good measure).
