Trying to find the perfect Christmas gift for a foodie friend or relative? This list takes a look at five budget friendly gifts that are perfect for aspiring chefs and food lovers.
Whether you’re looking for a handy piece of hardware to enhance their kitchen experience, or tasty treats that you know they’ll savour, this list should give you the inspiration you need.
These gift ideas cover a range of different tastes and budgets, so there should be something here for everyone. Let’s go.
1. A Christmas hamper
Everyone loves a hamper, and at Christmas, it’s an especially easy win. Find a basket or gift bag and load it up with whatever goodies your friend enjoys.
Classic Christmas hamper fare includes the following: wine or champagne, pickles and preserves, nuts, chocolate, fancy crisps, fudge, mince pies, biscuits or crackers, or even a whole Christmas pudding. Throw in something homemade by you if you’re feeling extra wholesome!
2. A foodie gift card
Everyone deserves a night off. So why not treat your foodie friend to a JustEat gift card? The beauty of gift cards is that it doesn’t matter what your budget is. However, in the case of a JustEat gift card, it’s probably best to put at least £15 on so your friend can enjoy a slap up meal.
The joy of a gift card like this is that your friend can use it any time to get their favourite food from any outlets that are on JustEat. A perfect treat that anyone can enjoy.
3. A solid wood chopping board
A simple wood chopping board is a great gift for any aspiring chef. Not everyone has a good wooden chopping board these days, and even if they do, a second one can come in handy – no-one wants to chop fruit on the same board they use for garlic and onions!
A chopping board is a great one that you can pick up from an independent store. Try local carpenters and gift shops to make your gift even more wholesome.
4. A cookbook
Cookbooks are excellent gifts. Whether for recipe inspiration or just to enjoy the photography, cookbooks are a sure win, and they make a thoughtful gift for any food lover.
There are so many cookbooks available, which means you can choose one that caters perfectly to your friends interests. Do they have travel plans to visit another country? By them a cookbook that’s all about that country’s cuisine. Or perhaps your friend is vegan or gluten-free? There are literally hundreds of books out there, so check the reviews and see which is best suited for your friend.
5. A quality chef’s knife
Anyone who knows what they’re doing in the kitchen will appreciate a good quality knife. And for serious chefs, having multiple knives is a must. However, most people only have one decent cooking knife at most.
For no more than £15 you can pick up a high quality chef’s knife from high standard stainless steel. A knife is a great gift for anyone who enjoys cooking. And even better, if your friend is ever cooking for you, you’ll get to enjoy the benefits!
