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If you're shopping for a master home cook or a professional chef, you may be thinking, What don't they already have? Most avid cooks already own the basics, so it can be tricky trying to find the right kitchen gift. You don't want to look silly buying them something they won't use or already have.
This is where we come in. We consulted with Team Delish and professional chefs to put together this list of must-have gifts for chefs. Whether it's a luxury item like a Le Creuset Dutch oven or Japanese knife or everyday items like a quality apron or kitchen towels, any chef or home cook is sure to love any of these picks.
If you're looking for more culinary gift inspo, we have plenty of more recs. Check out our guide for the best kitchen gifts, gifts for bakers, and gifts for wine lovers.
Hedley & Bennett All Day Crossback Apron
Hedley & Bennett aprons are very popular among chefs, and they're recommended by Justin Sullivan, associate food producer at Delish. They come in plenty of other colors, patterns, and styles.
Pineapple Collaborative The Olive Oil
This beautifully packaged olive oil is recommended by Delish associate food editor Francesca Zani. It's made using Arbosana and Koroneiki olives. Plus, it's organic.
Zwilling Enfinigy Milk Frother
Craft your own lattes at home with this insulated milk frother, recommended by Zani.
Sullivan also recommends the Enso Bunka Knife, which provides great control and is ideal for anyone with small hands.
Vitamix E310 Explorian Blender
Vitamix E310 Explorian Blender
Every kitchen needs a good blender, and a Vitamix is a powerhouse. This model is also our pick for the best blender.
Just because you can cook, doesn't mean you always have to. "It’s instant happiness in your oven," said Tyler Malek, co-founder and head ice cream maker at Salt & Straw. "They roll out new flavors every month, and each time they come out with a new combo I freak out and buy five."
Nothing beats homemade pasta. This pasta maker will take your dishes to the next level.
Another go-to for Malek is OffLimits Cereal. "Thoughtfully delicious cereals for those of us who nostalgically remember the 90’s cereal boom, sugar-crusted debauchery that it was, and hope for something more," he said. "The Zombie Pandan cereal is one of my favorites of all time and, as a pleasant side effect, is laced with adaptogenics to help you ‘chill.’"
Le Creuset Signature Enameled Cast Iron Oval Dutch Oven
Every chef can use a big cast-iron Dutch oven.
"As a huge cheese nerd, I'm treating myself to this cheese grotto this year," said Mackenzie Filson, Delish's temporary assistant digital food producer.
Diaspora Co. The Full Flavor Makeover
These are the bestselling spices from Diaspora Co., a company that sources single-origin spices directly from small family farms.
Modern Acacia Wood Serveware Charcuterie Board
These beautiful wood charcuterie boards are available in three sizes—perfect for cheese, pizza, and appetizers.
Braun MQ5000 Immersion Blender
This immersion blender is not just affordable, but Sullivan said that it's great for blending ingredients in pots and also saves space.
GE Profile Opal Countertop Nugget Ice Maker
GE Profile Opal Countertop Nugget Ice Maker
Lindsey Ramsey, Delish's director of content operations, is a big fan of this ice maker. It makes those little ice nuggets we all know and love.
Messermeister Preservation Recycled Knife Roll
This knife roll has plenty of room for knives, notebooks, and other kitchen gadgets.
Riedel Double Rocks Glasses, Set of 4
Every home bar needs a high-quality set of rocks glasses.
Mercer Culinary 7 Piece Plating Spoon Kit
“Serving spoons are just as important to chefs as a set of knives," said Oscar Cabezas, executive chef of Teleferic Barcelona. "They’re extremely versatile and used throughout the entire cooking process.”
Infuse food and drinks with a smoky flavor.
Fresh herbs can make all the difference in a meal. With this indoor herb garden, they'll have fresh herbs at their fingertips.
Five Two Everyday Soft Cotton Cloth Napkins
These napkins are made out of 100 percent cotton and are durable enough to use every day.
Allison Arnold is the Associate SEO Editor at Delish, where she writes about kitchen gadgets and food and culture. She likes exercising almost as much as eating, and has a thorough Google Maps ranking system for her favorite restaurants and bars. You can find her spewing hot takes on the food world and planning her next trip, all with multiple cans of seltzer open at a time.
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