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Gifts to Equip the Kitchen

Updated October 21, 2015
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Is there a foodie in your life who is in need of kitchen supplies? Equip his or her kitchen with these kitchen necessities. From basic tools to trendy gadgets, we have a gift that’s guaranteed to please both beginning and accomplished cooks.

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Vegetable and Fruit Spiral Slicer

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Introduce the foodie on your list to the “zoodle” craze with this trendy tool. With three interchangeable blades, the Sur La Table Vegetable and Fruit Spiral Slicer will allow a cook to create beautiful vegetable spirals, curly fries, shredded carrots, and so much more.

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Three Piece Knife Set

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Every cook needs a handy set of knives. This Three Piece Essentials Set from Kuhn Rikon includes a paring knife, serrated knife, and a peeler made with nonstick Japanese stainless steel and a nonstick coating to ensure quality performance.

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Multi-Strainer

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Simplify food prep with this handy Multi-Strainer from NewMetro Design that allows you to strain and drain with just one tool. The tool easily attaches to the rim of all pots and frying pans and drains any and all liquids.

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Pasta Cooker

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With Joseph Jospeh's M-Cuisine Pasta Cooker, the pasta lover on your list can quickly cook, drain, and serve pasta all in one dish.  To use, simply add pasta to the cooker and cover it with water before microwaving, and then use the integrated colander to drain the pasta. The Pasta Cooker is the perfect tool for college student living in a dorm or anyone looking to save time while cooking pasta.

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WoodGrain Cutting Boards

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Epicurean's WoodGrain Cutting Boards combine high-quality natural walnut, maple, or cherry grains and Epicurean’s signature wood fiber composite material to create a gorgeous and durable cutting board any cook would be excited to receive.

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Cast Iron Dutch Oven

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This versatile Sur La Table Lightweight Cast Iron Dutch Oven will allow the foodie on your list to cook up delicious one-pot meals, such as soups, stews, chili, and more.

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Cookbook Stand

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A cookbook stand makes a great gift because it’s something cooks might not realize they need until they receive one. Whether they’re following a recipe from a magazine, cookbook, or tablet, this beautifully crafted Reclaimed Wood Cookbook Stand will allow them to read while they prep.

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3-in-1 Multicooker

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Give the gift of convenient cooking with this multicooker. Featuring 3 fully programmable cooking functions, including simmer, sauté and steam, this 3-in-1 Multicooker from Cuisinart can do it all.

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Stainless Steel Skillets

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Whether you’re flipping pancakes, grilling sandwiches, or whipping up a stir-fry, these Sur La Table Tri-Play Stainless Steel Skillets will get the job done. The versatility of these skillets makes them a great gift for the beginning cook on your shopping list.

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Waffle Maker

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If you have any breakfast lovers on your list, giving them this Belgian Waffle Maker from Waring Pro will make their day. With this square rotating waffle maker, they can easily bake extra-deep and extra-delicious Belgian waffles.

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Elevate Wood Carousel

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This functional set of kitchen utensils is perfect for cooks of all abilities. The Joseph Joseph Elevate Wood Carousel is designed to improve hygiene and minimize the mess made by placing utensils onto kitchen surfaces. Each tool in the 5-piece set has a weighted handle with an integrated tool rest to ensure that the head of the utensil is always elevated off of the work surface.

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Prep N’ Drain Work Station

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This Prep N’ Drain Work Station from Tovolo will quickly become an indispensable tool for any cook. Featuring perforated sides for rinsing and draining and open corners for easy food transfer, this work station will allow cooks to prep multiple ingredients at once while keeping your cutting service clear.

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Hedley & Bennet Half & Half Apron

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An apron is another necessity that a cook can’t go without. Hedley & Bennett's aprons are handmade using top-grade materials such as American canvas, raw Japanese selvage denim, and European linens. This Half & Half 2.0 Apron makes a fantastic gift, and you could even add a personal touch by having it embroidered.

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Bread Loaf Baker

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This Bread Loaf Baker from Emile Henry will allow the baker enthusiast in your life to prepare impeccable homemade breads complete with a crispy crust and soft inside. 

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Muffin Pan

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A good muffin pan is a must-have for the baker on your shopping list. Made with aluminized steel, this Sur La Table Platinum Professional Standard Muffin Pan offers superior heat transfer and excellent durability.

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OXO GreenSaver Crisper Insert

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If you’re looking for a practical gift, OXO’s GreenSaver Crisper Insert is the way to go. The Crisper Insert is designed to keep vegetables and fruits fresh longer by slowing down the spoilage process.

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Expandable Cooling Rack

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The baker on your list will love using this Sur La Table Expandable Cooling Rack to cool homemade cookies and candies. You can adjust the size of this wire-mesh rack from 14 to 35 inches to have the appropriate space for your batch.

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Herb and Salad Chopper

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Shorten salad prep time with Microplane’s award-winning Herb and Salad Chopper. This gadget has super sharp blades that make it easy to chop fresh veggies and herbs, as well as mince onions, garlic, chocolate, and nuts. The chopper also features a retractable blade for convenient and safe storage.

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Baking Mat

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Simplify baking with a nonstick Silpat Baking Mat, which releases foods easily from a baking sheet and makes for easy clean up. This extremely useful tool works for all types of baking and is the perfect gift for any baker, new or expert.

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Citrus Juicer

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Do you have any juice enthusiasts on your shopping list? Waring Pro’s Citrus Juicer juices anything from small limes to large grapefruits allowing juice enthusiasts to get the most out of their favorite fruits and vegetables.

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Sugar Cube

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With its ingenious design, the Sugar Cube from Chef'n makes it safe and easy to transfer homemade treats to a party in style. The carrier folds into a box around your treats, which eliminates the risk of ruining decorations or toppings. The carrier also has an ultra-slim design making it easy to store in between parties.

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Pinch+Pour Prep Bowls

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With these Sleekstor Pinch+Pour Prep Bowls from Chef'n, you can give the cook on your list the ability to multi-task. The bowls feature clearly marked measurements as well as a design that creates a spout when pinched for easy pouring.

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Rotary Grater

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Microplane’s 2-In-1 Rotary Grater features a razor-sharp blade that grates soft and hard cheeses, nuts, chocolates, and more. This gadget is designed to work easily for both left and right-handed users, so it will work for any cook on your list!

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OXO No-Spill Ice Stick Tray

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This No-Spill Ice Stick Tray from OXO makes for a useful stocking stuffer. The ice tray conveniently creates narrow ice sticks perfect for sliding into water bottles, and its silicone lid prevents spills on the way to the freezer.

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Food Processor

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Chop or grind with the touch of a button with this Mini-Prep Plus Processor from Cuisinart. This space-saving processor allows cooks to quickly and efficiently prepare small quantities of both soft and hard food. If the foodie on your list appreciates a helpful gadget, this is great gift to give.

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Nespresso Vertuoline Evoluo

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If you have a coffee lover on your list, surprise them with with Nespresso’s new Evoluo Deluxe machine. With just the touch of a button, the revolutionary machine can brew both large-cup coffee and authentic espresso.

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Layer Cake Slicer

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This Layer Cake Slicer from Frieling is another great option for the bakers on your list. Complete with a slicing mold, serrated bakers knife, and a cake lifter, this slicing kit will aid in creating impressive layer cakes.

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1 of 27 Vegetable and Fruit Spiral Slicer
2 of 27 Three Piece Knife Set
3 of 27 Multi-Strainer
4 of 27 Pasta Cooker
5 of 27 WoodGrain Cutting Boards
6 of 27 Cast Iron Dutch Oven
7 of 27 Cookbook Stand
8 of 27 3-in-1 Multicooker
9 of 27 Stainless Steel Skillets
10 of 27 Waffle Maker
11 of 27 Elevate Wood Carousel
12 of 27 Prep N’ Drain Work Station
13 of 27 Hedley & Bennet Half & Half Apron
14 of 27 Bread Loaf Baker
15 of 27 Muffin Pan
16 of 27 OXO GreenSaver Crisper Insert
17 of 27 Expandable Cooling Rack
18 of 27 Herb and Salad Chopper
19 of 27 Baking Mat
20 of 27 Citrus Juicer
21 of 27 Sugar Cube
22 of 27 Pinch+Pour Prep Bowls
23 of 27 Rotary Grater
24 of 27 OXO No-Spill Ice Stick Tray
25 of 27 Food Processor
26 of 27 Nespresso Vertuoline Evoluo
27 of 27 Layer Cake Slicer

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