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1. A 12-piece spice rub set if they're looking to jazz up their cooking. They can be used for all kinds of dishes and cuisines and reviewers say a little goes a long way, too!
2. An electric fondue pot that'll keep things nice and toasty 'til the very last bite. They won't have to fiddle around with open flames or worry about temperature fluctuations — reviewers say even chocolate won't get scorched.
3. A compact air fryer that'll produce delicious crispy treats (with just a fraction of the oil of a traditional deep fryer). It's super simple to use AND clean so they won't have to spend hours decoding complicated instruction manuals.
4. A hot sauce sampler that'll tingle their tastebuds. Each bottle is inspired by a different cuisine and varies in spice level so they're sure to find a fave.
5. A pair of truffle-infused hot sauces that are as decadent as they are delicious. The sauce isn't *just* hot, either — red chili is blended with rich black truffle and sweet agave nectar to create a mouth-tingling symphony of flavours. Since it comes with two, you might even wanna keep one for yourself!
6. A Godiva hot cocoa set so they can really lean into the season — who doesn't love a mug of hot chocolate on a snowy afternoon?
7. And a set of hot chocolate toppers if they really wanna kick things up a notch. They'll get all the best seasonal toppings (think crushed candy cane and red sprinkles), plus classics like marshmellow and chocolate cookie crumbs.
8. A fancy Aerogarden kit so they can enjoy homegrown produce all year round. It has the power to detect when their greens need more food (don't worry, a bottle's included!) and will even remind them when it's time to hydrate their leafy babies.
9. A meat injector that'll infuse their roasts with plenty of flavour (and keep them from drying out, too). It's also great for shooting jam into homemade donuts or brine into home-cured foods!
10. A tin of Spanish saffron if their dishes could use a lil' kick in the pants. These crimson threads are delicately floral, super fragrant, and will have them planning their next Mediterranean getaway ASAP.
11. A 4-in-1 indoor grill if they're not ready to say goodbye to BBQ season just yet. It can sizzle, sear, and roast, and has a handy baking setting, too, so it can pick up the slack when their oven's already filled to the brim.
12. A cookbook for home chefs that'll turn up the dial on all their home-cooked meals. It's chock-full of tasty comfort foods that reviewers say are easy to follow (even for newbies), while hitting all the flavour high notes they're craving.
13. A set of four cocktail syrups that'll help upgrade their adult beverages from drab to delicious. They're super versatile, too — they'll taste delightful poured over desserts or splashed into a hot tea (basically anywhere they want a lil' more flavour).
14. A gin-making kit so they can unleash their inner mad scientist. It comes with a bunch of tasty aromatics (like juniper berries) that'll transform any boring neutral alcohol into a mouthwatering treat in less than two days.
15. A pair of magnetic air fryer reference sheets that'll take the guesswork out of using their new fave appliance. They can be slapped right onto their fridge (or just about any metal gadget), which means they won't clutter up your pal's kitchen space.
16. A set of minimalist spice jar labels that'll help them keep track of their seasonings. They're made of waterproof vinyl that reviewers say won't tear or peel (even after a spin through the dishwasher).
17. A complete charcuterie set that has a concealed drawer for all their cheese knives (and it comes with four, too). The board's divided into sections for all their meats and cheeses, plus a handy cracker shelf. It even comes with a matching round fruit tray!
18. A sous vide device that will help them nail this tricky cooking method. It doesn't require complicated setup or precision measurements, either — they'll just need to pair it with the companion app to get the exact results they want every time.
19. A jar of Manuka honey, because the plain stuff just won't do. It's floral, aromatic, and contains a ton of natural enzymes that'll work magic on sore throats, digestive troubles, and even acne.
20. A set of ultra-sharp kitchen knives so they can finally ditch their ancient ones. They're full-tang blades, meaning they won't have to worry about the knives snapping mid-chop.
21. A cheese-making kit that'll help them whip up some ooey-gooey goodness in under an hour. Best of all, it doesn't matter what their preferred style of ~fromage~ is — this kit's got everything they'll need to make 10 different varieties!
22. A set of barrel-aged coffee beans that'll kick their java addiction into high gear. The fresh beans are treated to a long rest in boozy barrels, giving them a deep, rich flavour that ordinary blends just can't compete with.
23. A cocktail-smoking kit that'll jazz up their fave drinks at the push of a button. The handheld smoking gun is super simple to use, and the set comes with all the accessories (like wood chips!) they'll need to get started right away.
24. An eight-piece kitchen set that'll nest neatly into itself when they're not using it. Reviewers say each piece is lightweight enough for people with mobility issues (and is equipped with helpful handles, too).
25. A trio of swanky truffle oils that'll ~zhuzh~ up everything from soups to popcorn. Reviewers love that the flavours are rich and totally distinct and say a drop or two is enough to really enhance the taste of their food.
26. The Unofficial Harry Potter Cookbook, if Muggle recipes are feeling a bit "meh" at this point. It'll teach them how to concoct all their fave treats from the series (like treacle tart — Harry's fave!).
27. A crêpe griddle if they're looking to diversify their breakfast dishes. It's got five different temperature settings and will heat up nice and even, which means no more dreaded burnt spots — their old frying pan just can't compete.
28. A four-piece beer-tasting kit so they can finally give their ales the attention they deserve. Each piece is made of lead-free crystal (#swanky) and specially shaped to help them get the most out of each style.
29. A set of non-stick copper cookware if they're sick of scraping debris off their pots and pans. Even caked-on food will slide right off (and every piece is oven-safe, too).
30. A jar of crunchy salted caramel peanut butter that's chock-full of healthy fats and fibre. It'll hit all the flavourful notes of their fave snack food, without all the harmful palm oils and added sugars. PB & J's just got a whole lot tastier!
31. A wireless hand mixer so they can whisk and whip their way to tasty treats without worrying about pesky plugs. It weighs less than a pound, too, which means this baby's battery will likely run out before theirs does.
32. A dumpling and noodle cookbook that'll help them whip up their takeout faves right in their own kitchen. The recipes (all 70 of them!) include step-by-step instructions, plus tips, tricks, and ingredient swap-outs for easy-peasy cooking.
33. A mushroom-growing kit that'll sprout tasty fungi in less than two weeks (and doesn't require a green thumb, either). Starting their own shroom colony is honestly as easy as opening the box and watering — and it even comes with a handy mister.
34. A pair of Trader Joe's Everything But the Bagel seasoning blends that'll add a sprinkle of flavour to their favourite foods — no bagel necessary. They'll end up using it on everything from buttered popcorn to roast chicken (and thank you every step of the way).
35. A collapsible popcorn maker that'll give them perfect, fluffy kernels in minutes — no oil necessary. Reviewers say it can make enough for two people at once, which means they won't have to fight with their roomie over who gets the first batch.
36. An electric pepper mill that'll ~spice~ up their meals at the push of a button. It's got interchangeable snap-on pods they can fill with their fave ingredients and swap out when they fancy a change.
37. A recipe binder where they can safely store their favourite ones. It's got 50 blank pages for jotting down their concoctions, plus six tabbed dividers for storing loose recipes they snagged from family and friends.
38. An electric pasta maker that'll save them from having to roll those noodz out by hand. If you can believe it, this magic machine will actually mix and knead their pasta dough🤯 , so all they'll have to do is sauce it up and slurp it down.
39. A pack of handmade snacks that'll satisfy their sweet tooth. Whether they're whipping up a yummy hot chocolate or just snacking between courses, they'll reach for these treats whenever they get snacky.
40. A collapsible mandoline that won't take up every inch of their cabinet space. Don't be fooled by its low-profile design, though — this baby has razor-sharp stainless steel blades and five thickness settings so they can customize their slices.
41. A set of classic steakhouse knives that'll slice and dice right through their fave cuts. Their full tang design makes them stronger and more durable than other knives so they won't bend or snap in the middle of their meal.
42. A tiered steamer that they can literally set and forget. It can cook an entire meal simultaneously and is even equipped with a useful grain tray that reviewers say outperforms rice cookers.
43. A non-stick breakfast griddle that can cook up enough food for their whole family without breaking a sweat. The ceramic coating will make fried eggs and bacon slide off like a dream (while resisting scratches from their spatula).
44. A countertop sprout grower that'll make it easier than ever to grow their own mini herbs and veggies. Thanks to the ventilated lid, they won't have to deal with surprise mould growth, either.
45. And lastly, a set of sleek nesting utensils that won't take up every inch of their precious counter space. They can withstand high heat without warping, which means — BLESS — they're dishwasher-safe, too.
It's time to chow down, y'all!
