Always reliable: a cookbook
The printed page might be suffering but it's still great to have a beautiful physical cookbook for reference and inspiration. There are many new ones on the market that your foodie likely does not yet own. Here are a few that I've been looking at:
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And for the new cook (or anyone who doesn't already have it), a broad reference like Mark Bitman's How to Cook Everything is essential.
For the gourmand (and gourmet), a food delivery
A gift of edibles is always appreciated. You can put together a gift that matches your passion and budget. A gift could be as simple as a nice olive oil and vinegar. Or, consider a few other ideas:
1. Order from an artisanal producer via Foodzie. Foodzie is the Etsy of food and a great way to support small purveyors and artisans.
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3. Support a local business by giving a gift certificate. In Manhattan, consider Manhattan Milk that sources from local Amish farmers and will accommodate with a gift delivery.
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4. Assemble a gift basket from a favorite retailer like Formaggio Kitchen in New York's Essex market.
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Support the publishing industry by offering a unique magazine subscription that your recipient is unlikely to have, such as Donna Hay's wonderful, inspirational (albeit costly to order from the U.S.) magazine
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Help someone upgrade basic kitchen items with something more pleasurable to use, like Cuisipro's gorgeous measuring cups and spoons.
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Not an everyday item but tons of fun and well-priced, Kitchenaid's ice cream maker attachment is sure to broaden a culinary repertoire
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You could offer a gift certificate or class for two at your local culinary school, or, to get more extravagant, arrange for a cooking class (and dinner) in your home
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For the neat freak: a special treat to clean with
While odd, I've had my eye on these snazzy artful sponges available at Korin trading.
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Savon de Marseille's Liquid soap is a staple in my kitchen. Available in scents like grapefruit, fig and olive oil, they will fit right in on your counter.
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For the art lover: a beautiful photograph from Sabra Krock photography
A limited offer for the holidays, any print from my portfolio, or photographs you've seen on my site, $55 for 11x17 (please inquire via email).
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3 comments:
all gorgeous ideas, the soap (which i cant live without in my kitchen), the Salter, all of them. to your book list, may i also suggest Phaidon's grand new publication, Coco? absolutely phenomenal. A16 is a fave of mine, too.
A great idea - so nicely put together - beautiful photos in the cookbooks - especially fond of the doggie section! Good job! Congrats!
Oh I covet each and every one of those cookbooks that you've mentioned! And I'm now officially obsessed with those Japanese sponges. If only we were gift giving partners this Christmas...I think I would come out of the experience a very happy camper!
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