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$90 at Macy’s<\/u><\/a>$90 at Kohl’s<\/a>$90 at Lowe’s<\/a>See more options<\/a> $35 at Amazon<\/u><\/a> $33 at Amazon<\/u><\/a> $200 at Amazon<\/u><\/a>$200 at Macy’s<\/a>$200 at Sur La Table<\/a>See more options<\/a> $139 at Kan Kitchen<\/u><\/a> $45 at Amazon<\/u><\/a>$60 at Abt Electronics<\/a>$60 at Shop Premium Outlets<\/a>See more options<\/a> $43 at Amazon<\/u><\/a> $90 at Amazon<\/u><\/a>$100 at Macy’s<\/a>See more options<\/a> $180 at Amazon<\/u><\/a>$200 at Sur La Table<\/a>$200 at Target<\/a>See more options<\/a> $15 at Amazon<\/u><\/a>$15 at Ace Hardware<\/a>See more options<\/a> $35 at ThermoWorks<\/u><\/a> $95 at Amazon<\/u><\/a>$95 at Wayfair<\/a>$95 at Sur La Table<\/a>See more options<\/a> $35 at Material<\/u><\/a> $309 at Amazon<\/u><\/a>$330 at Wayfair<\/a>$365 at Macy’s<\/a>See more options<\/a> $350 at Wayfair<\/u><\/a>$380 at Amazon<\/a>See more options<\/a> $56 at Amazon<\/u><\/a>$56 at Kohl’s<\/a>$56 at OXO<\/a>See more options<\/a> $93 at Amazon<\/u><\/a> $165 at Butcherbox<\/u><\/a>See 13 more<\/a><\/p>\n While KitchenAid\u2019s cordless hand blender<\/a> isn\u2019t as powerful as some of its wired rivals or countertop models, what it lacks in oomph it makes up for with convenience. There are no speed dials to adjust, just squeeze harder on the trigger to make it go faster. Meanwhile, the lack of wires gives you one less thing to worry about when you\u2019re making sauces or smoothies (especially if you\u2019re doing it on the stovetop). And with a battery life that can blend up to 25 bowls of soup on a single charge, your loved one will probably run out of energy before this thing does. \u2014 Sam Rutherford, Senior Reporter<\/em><\/p>\n $90 at Macy’s<\/a>Explore More Buying Options$90 at Kohl’s<\/a>$90 at Lowe’s<\/a><\/p>\n A good half-sheet pan is a must-have and Made-in\u2019s<\/a> is exactly the kind of simple, no-frills bakeware that should be a staple in every kitchen. It\u2019s available in both standard aluminum or non-stick versions and is oven-safe up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. It stacks nicely when not in use and it\u2019s so good that after I bought my wife a set, my mother-in-law went and bought three for herself. Who says utility isn\u2019t trendy? \u2014 S.R.<\/em><\/p>\n $35 at Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n If you’re looking for a good gift for the baker in your life, a classic Silpat<\/a> is a key piece of kitchen equipment they should have. The non-stick sheet makes pumping out dozens of cookies, scones or biscuits a cinch. There are even versions with outlines for macarons, so you can make sure your confections are a consistent size. I\u2019ve had the same Silpat for almost 10 years and it\u2019s still as slick as ever. This is one kitchen tool that can stand the test of time. \u2014 S.R.<\/em><\/p>\n $33 at Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n It can be hard to justify an expensive kitchen gadget that only does a single thing while taking up a bunch of counter space. But if you know someone who strives to live healthy and loves a vitamin-rich drink every day, a good juicer<\/a> could change their life. Thanks to its dual speed settings, Breville\u2019s Juice Fountain<\/a> can capably handle both soft ingredients like berries and hardier fare like ginger and carrots. It can also separate out pulp so you get super smooth and luscious juices and, despite having a number of components, cleaning it isn\u2019t as much of a chore as you might think. So while it\u2019s not a multitasker, the Juice Fountain does one thing really well, and there\u2019s something admirable about that. \u2014 S.R.<\/em><\/p>\n $200 at Amazon<\/a>Explore More Buying Options$200 at Macy’s<\/a>$200 at Sur La Table<\/a><\/p>\n I got this knife<\/a> as a gift earlier this year and it quickly became my favorite, so now I can\u2019t think of a better present for a serious home cook. Out of the box, it was razor sharp, while its inverted teardrop handle fits comfortably in the hand. It\u2019s also perfectly balanced which makes it easy to wield. And while its 66 Damascus layers are certainly pretty, the blade also features little dimples that help prevent food from sticking while cutting. If anyone you know has been looking for a new kitchen MVP, Kan\u2019s 8-inch chef knife is a top pick. \u2014 S.R.<\/em><\/p>\n $139 at Kan Kitchen<\/a><\/p>\n Everyone has their preference when it comes to cutting tools, but I think everyone could use a ceramic knife<\/a> in their arsenal. Starting at under $50, they\u2019re relatively affordable. But more importantly, they are much sharper,hold an edge up to 10 times longer and are lighter than traditional steel blades. That makes them less tiring to use, and you don\u2019t ever have to worry about them rusting either. Just remember, ceramic is more brittle than metal, so tell your giftee to stick to slicing fruits, veggies and boneless meats \u2013 leave hacking through bones to other knives. \u2014 S.R.<\/em><\/p>\n $45 at Amazon<\/a>Explore More Buying Options$60 at Abt Electronics<\/a>$60 at Shop Premium Outlets<\/a><\/p>\n After being disappointed with a bunch of non-stick pans from big names like All-Clad to smaller brands plastered across social media, I went on a quest to find something I could trust. And after trying out Misen\u2019s options<\/a>, I found a winner. Not only are Misen\u2019s pans significantly cheaper than premium legacy brands, but I\u2019ve also found they maintain their non-stick coating (which is also PFOA-free) much better over time. So if you know someone who would appreciate a good, affordable no-nonsense pan for cooking eggs, crepes or anything else that can get a little gummy, look no further. \u2014 S.R.<\/em><\/p>\n $43 at Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n Air fryers might seem like just a fad. After all, they\u2019re just compact convection ovens, right? That\u2019s true, but that doesn\u2019t mean they don\u2019t work. In our experience, pod-shaped air fryers are able to produce crispier foods than their convection oven counterparts and they\u2019re much easier to clean too. If you have someone in your life who loves the idea of \u201cfrying\u201d foods without the oily mess, an air fryer could potentially be a fantastic gift.<\/p>\n Our favorite air fryer<\/a> is the 6-quart Instant Vortex Plus<\/a> with ClearCook and OdorErase. It has a display window so your giftee can check how the food looks. It also uses odor-eliminating filters that help reduce cooking smells \u2013 a feature that many air fryers lack. The six-quart size in particular is what we recommend; it\u2019s large enough to fit four large chicken thighs or a whole pound of wings. The basket internals are nonstick so it\u2019s easy to clean, plus the inner rack is dishwasher safe. \u2014 Nicole Lee, Commerce Writer<\/em><\/p>\n $90 at Amazon<\/a>Explore More Buying Options$100 at Macy’s<\/a><\/p>\n A sous-vide machine<\/a> makes an excellent gift because, while it\u2019s great for cooking meat and eggs, its somewhat limited usage means it\u2019s the kind of gadget many people can\u2019t justify buying for themselves. But if you give one as a present, it can unlock a higher plane of cooking precision thanks to the ability to dial in the doneness of a steak down to a single degree. Never again will you have to guess whether a filet is medium or medium rare, it\u2019ll be perfect every time. Anova\u2019s Precision Cooker 3.0<\/a> also features a powerful 1,110-watt heating element and Wi-Fi connectivity so you can keep tabs on your dish from your phone. And if you ever run out of ideas for what to cook, Anova\u2019s handy companion app comes with a huge list of recipes. \u2014 S.R.<\/em><\/p>\n $180 at Amazon<\/a>Explore More Buying Options$200 at Sur La Table<\/a>$200 at Target<\/a><\/p>\n A good grater is a must-have in the kitchen, and just like Band-Aid is to adhesive bandages and Kleenex is to tissues, Microplane<\/a> has become synonymous when it comes to zesting and grating. The classic model comes with a no-slip plastic handle and an included protective cover and it can handle anything from parmesan cheese to garlic to nutmeg. And priced at $16, it\u2019s an ideal kitchen gadget gift even if you don\u2019t have a ton to spend. \u2014 S.R.<\/em><\/p>\n $15 at Amazon<\/a>Explore More Buying Options$15 at Ace Hardware<\/a><\/p>\n There\u2019s no shortage of instant-read thermometers out there, but ThermoWorks\u2019 ThermoPop<\/a> has been a staple in my kitchen for a long time. Yes, it\u2019s cute, but that\u2019s only one reason to buy it over others. The latest generation, the ThermoPop 2, is quite accurate and provides temperature readings in just a couple of seconds, plus it’s splash resistant and pretty easy to clean. It also has a screen that you can rotate to show you the temperature in different orientations, making it easy to use in all kinds of positions. Plus, you can\u2019t beat its $35 price tag, which is a steal for an accurate thermometer like this that also has an attractive, pocketable design. \u2014 Valentina Palladino, Senior Commerce Editor<\/em><\/p>\n $35 at ThermoWorks<\/a><\/p>\n Anyone who has watched even a handful of cooking shows or videos has probably seen this cutting board in the background. And the reason is that they\u2019re just great products that deliver everything you need and nothing more. Boos blocks<\/a> are available in a huge range of shapes, sizes and woods, from small circular boards to huge maple slabs with juice grooves. That said, if you\u2019re planning on gifting a cutting board this nice, don\u2019t forget to include proper care instructions, which at the very minimum include oiling it once a month. \u2014 S.R.<\/em><\/p>\n $95 at Amazon<\/a>Explore More Buying Options$95 at Wayfair<\/a>$95 at Sur La Table<\/a><\/p>\n Everyone needs a good pair of scissors, and it doesn\u2019t hurt if they look good too. The Good Shears<\/a> sport soft silicone handles and sharp micro-serrated blades that should make quick work of anything short of beef bones. And unlike a lot of cheaper competitors, the Good Shears are dishwasher safe and can be taken apart for sharpening or cleaning. \u2014 S.R.<\/em><\/p>\n $35 at Material<\/a><\/p>\n Sure, you can cook rice on the stovetop or even in an Instant Pot. But unless you\u2019re a pro chef, the results will never be as good as what you get from this. For years, Zojiriush has made some of the best rice cookers on the market and this model<\/a> uses induction heating to make rice faster and quieter than before. There\u2019s also dedicated settings for practically any type of rice you can think of (white, brown, jasmine, sushi, Gaba brown and more) along with the ability to keep rice warm for hours, without it getting soggy or overcooked. It\u2019s an essential kitchen gadget for anyone who cooks a lot of Asian food, and if your recipient needs to feed a big family, there\u2019s even a larger 10-cup model. \u2014 S.R.<\/em><\/p>\n $309 at Amazon<\/a>Explore More Buying Options$330 at Wayfair<\/a>$365 at Macy’s<\/a><\/p>\n A good blender can completely change the way someone cooks. It can simplify and speed up the process of making a velvety hollandaise, or you can use it to make homemade flour from ingredients like rice and oats. And if you\u2019re using a nice one like Vitamix\u2019s Explorian<\/a>, you can even blend and cook entire soups in it. But most importantly, with Vitamix\u2019s reputation for durability and five-year warranty, this blender is a gift that will keep on giving for years and years. \u2014 S.R.<\/em><\/p>\n $350 at Wayfair<\/a>Explore More Buying Options$380 at Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n A good kitchen scale is an essential kitchen gadget, especially in times when loose volumetric measurements just don\u2019t cut it (like baking). Not only does OXO\u2019s Precision Scale<\/a> support both metric and imperial measurements, it also features accurate 0.1-gram measurements that go up to six pounds. There\u2019s also an easy-to-read digital display with a built-in timer, and its minimalist design will look good in practically anyone\u2019s kitchen. \u2014 S.R.<\/em><\/p>\n $56 at Amazon<\/a>Explore More Buying Options$56 at Kohl’s<\/a>$56 at OXO<\/a><\/p>\n Admittedly, this might not strictly be a gift for a cook, but it\u2019s definitely handy to have around the kitchen and great for creating a custom sodas or cocktails. The SodaStream Terra<\/a>, is the company\u2019s most affordable sparkling water maker. For just $100, the starter kit includes the device itself, a reusable 1L bottle and a CO2 cylinder. You can also spring for the $130 hydration pack if you\u2019re shopping for an avid cocktail maker or seltzer addict. That tacks on two more 1L bottles, two 0.5 liter dishwasher-safe bottles and 40ml lemon flavor drops. The whole setup is super easy to use too, and doesn\u2019t even need to be plugged in. Just attach the CO2 tank, fill up the bottle with water and then tap to add bubbles. From there your giftee can mix and match flavor packs to suit their taste while also cutting down on waste from packaging and transporting heavy cans or bottles. \u2014 S.R.<\/em><\/p>\n $93 at Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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