Seasonal & Holidays
Patch Holiday Gift Guide: Quirky Kitchen Finds for the Cook Who Has Everything
When shopping for the chef with a fully-stocked pantry, sometimes you have to think outside the box.
If cooking is your loved one’s favorite hobby, chances are that their kitchen is already stocked with most of the essentials. But don’t fear — you just have to get creative when buying their holiday present. From potato seasoning kits to keyboard waffle irons, this list is full of items they definitely do not have in their arsenal.
Find out what's happening in DealTownfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Not only is this little piggy adorable, but it’s also quite useful for steaming your food. Just place the silicone device over a pot or bowl and wait for steam to come out of its nostrils. This gadget is also great for covering bowls in the microwave, letting the excess steam out while still retaining the food’s moisture.
Find out what's happening in DealTownfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
You can grow chives, cilantro, dill, and basil right in your kitchen with this easy herb growing kit. Each kit comes with seeds, soil, rocks, and clear mason jar containers that allow you to see how much water your plants need, so you don’t have to have a green thumb to get your plants to thrive.
Himalayan salt blocks have become a popular way to prepare food, and for good reason. They are super versatile, used to sear, grill, or chill your food while infusing it with fantastic flavor. This set comes with a cookbook, as well as a cleaning brush so you can use the block again and again.
Your culinarily-inclined pal already has a wide array of spices in their kitchen, but they probably don’t have blends dedicated entirely to potatoes. With these small-batch spices from around the world, you can create everything from curried fried potatoes and cinnamon spice sweet potatoes to smokey baked chipotle potatoes.
Wiener Dog Oil and Vinegar Set, $30
These glass pups will add some playful charm to the dinner table, and if you drizzle oil and vinegar from their tails, they’ll also add flavor to your meal.
This keyboard is guaranteed to be way more fun (and delicious!) than the one your friend has at work. It's made with non-stick, easy-to-clean aluminum that is built to last, so he can eat as many keyboard waffles as his heart desires.
For your ramen loving pal, this tool is a must-have. Originally created for a popular ramen noodle restaurant chain in Japan, these multitasking utensils allow you to twirl your noodles and sip your delicious broth, without any spills or awkwardness.
Sauced Up Ravioli Spoon Rest, $7.72
The pasta aficionado in your life will appreciate this larger-than-life ravioli, which is meant to hold your spoon, but almost looks convincing enough to eat.
With these cheery ice pop molds, you can make healthy desserts that resemble your favorite sea creatures. Mix and match the heads and tails to get endless variety. If you’re in the mood for a more decadent dessert, these molds can also be used for chocolate.
Joie Egg Yolk Separator, $2.58
Bakers and egg-white-enthusiasts alike will love this handy egg separator, which happens to look like the cutest little chicken we’ve ever seen.
Angry Mama Microwave Cleaner, $7.42
This little lady might look scary, but she’s here to help you clean your microwave! Just remove her head (yes, you read that correctly) and fill her up with water, vinegar, and lemon juice. Then run the microwave until she’s steam-cleaned the whole space.
PuTwo 8 in 1 Kitchen Tool Set, $8.99
Your loved one might have it all when it comes to kitchen gadgets, but what they don’t have is the one gadget that does it all. This single utensil has eight different mechanisms; a funnel, juicer, grater, egg cracker, shredder, can opener, egg separator, and measuring cup. It frees up plenty of space in the kitchen for even more fun tools.
Kikkerland Rockin Wooden Spoons, Set of 2, $11.60
Unfortunately, these wooden guitar spoons don’t actually play music, but they are sure to make all of your dishes rock.
Find more great gift ideas in Patch's Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide
Patch may receive a payment in connection with purchases of some products featured in this article.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.