39 best cookery gifts for any wannabe chef
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Searching for cookery gifts for any home cook, food lover or cooking enthusiast in your life may sound like a daunting task. After all, if they love whipping up delicious dinners, they’ll probably already own those essential kitchen utensils and every bit of baking equipment imaginable. You’ll need to think outside of the box – and search for something a little more specialist.
But if you’re far more likely to be found scrolling through Deliveroo than sautéing, seasoning, or simmering something yourself, knowing where to start can feel rather tricky. Picking presents for foodies is much easier — and something we can all relate to – but chefs? Nah. Nada. Stuck.
To help you out, the eager chefs in the GLAMOUR office have curated an edit of the best cooking gifts you can buy right now. From best-selling cookbooks and cookery masterclasses to top-of-the-range saucepan sets (Our Place Always Pan included), kitchen gadgets, cheeseboards and serving platters for their next dinner party, these cookery gift ideas are bound to impress any wannabe chef.
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Ahead, the best cookery gift ideas to buy for Christmas 2023:
1. Always Pan 2.0
You've seen it all over social media: the cult-favourite, best-selling Always Pan is a do-it-all wonder – designed to replace eight traditional pieces of cookware. And it looks pretty good, too.
2. You Can Cook This! Book
This cookbook is the perfect gift for any friend who’s all about whipping up sustainable plant-based dishes. Inside, social media sensation Max La Manna shares over 120 fuss-free meals that all put veg right at the centre.
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3. Truffle Hunter Luxury Truffle Oil Gift Set
Every home chef needs a good selection of tasty truffle oil. In this gift set, they’ll find an intensely earthy Black Truffle Oil, a garlic-infused White Truffle Oil, and a nutty and smooth English Truffle Oil.
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4. Le Creuset Stoneware Camembert Baker
‘Tis the season to randomly bake a whole camembert and dip big hunks of bread in it as a random 4 pm snack! Crafted from high-quality stoneware, this baking dish will help ensure it’s evenly cooked to perfection.
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5. Automatic Pan Stirrer
The ultimate sous chef, this automatic pan stirrer is a must-have for whipping up delicious sauces that require constant attention.
6. Mini Ceramic Oven Dishes - Set of 4
An adorable cookery gift for the wannabe chef in your life, this set of four oven dishes is the perfect home for puddings, pies and hotpots aplenty.
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7. Marble Mortar And Pestle
A mortar and pestle set is a must-have kitchen accessory for any home chef who likes to grind up their own herbs and spices. And this chic marble one will look great on any countertop.
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8. Masen Serving Giftset
These stainless steel tongs and salad servers with carved bamboo handles – formed with a distinctive scalloped design – will make that fresh salad and dressing at dinner that little bit more stylish.
9. Old Havana Baking Dish
Made from reactive-glazed crackle stoneware, there’s something really rustic and charming about this gorgeous baking dish. It’s perfect for serving up those hearty Sunday evening family meals.
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10. Personalised Oak Chopping Board
Carefully constructed using the most beautiful English oak timber, this chopping board is the perfect place for preparing dishes. But the engraving on the sides of a name and personal message are what makes it a truly special gift.
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11. OTOTO Silicone Crab Steam Release & Spoon Holder
Made of heat-resistant silicone, this clever crab keeps the pan lid open so it doesn't boil over and will even happily clasp your stirring spoon in his claws. No more messy countertops!
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12. Griddle Pan
Not just nice to look at, this gorgeous pan from Our Place can be used as both a baking sheet in the oven, and a griddle on the hob that covers two burners. Plus, it’s been finished with the brand’s famous toxin-free nonstick coating.
13. Le Creuset Stoneware Petite Round Casserole
Perfect for individual portions, this little casserole dish is the ideal vessel for serving up mini gratins, soufflés, sponge cakes, and crumbles. Best of all, it’s available in all the famous Le Creuset colours.
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14., Kale & Herb Razor
Designed to de-stem your leafy greens and herbs in a mere matter of seconds, this nifty tool boasts a graduated slot for shearing leaves quickly and three different-sized holes that strip herbs as you pull the stem through.
15. Joy Recipe Journal
One of the loveliest things you can get a friend or family member who’s inventive in the kitchen is this recipe journal. It’s got space for all different types of culinary creations — from dinner to dessert — and you can even have the cover personalised with their name.
16. Full Day Cookery Class for Two at the Gordon Ramsay Academy
You can bet that this gift will go down as one that they’ll truly never forget. Taking place at the famous Gordon Ramsay Academy, this voucher will entitle the recipient and a guest to take part in a five-hour cookery masterclass of their choosing. You should probably buy them a journal, too, because they’ll definitely want to take notes!
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17. Beaton Blue Glass Oil & Vinegar Bottle
A lovely addition to the centre of any table, this clever bottle boasts a central blue compartment for balsamic vinegar and an outer clear compartment for olive oil — each secured with its own cork stopper.
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18. Kenwood KMX750 kMix Stand Mixer
With its generous 5L bowl, this iconic stand mixer is capable of tackling a wide array of mixing, whisking, and kneading tasks. Capable of making up to 44 cupcakes in a single batch, it’ll make a pretty and practical addition to any kitchen countertop.
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19. Foolproof Air Fryer Book
If they’ve got an air fryer, then they’ll love this cookbook. Inside, they’ll find sixty different recipes — all accompanied by clear, step-by-step instructions.
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20. Meater Meat Thermometer
For expertly seared steaks, and beautifully flaky fish, look no further than this hi-tech meat thermometer from Meater. It’s got dual temperature sensors that monitor the internal meat temperature, and its Bluetooth connection means you can monitor it through your phone even when you’re away from the hob.
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21. Ooni Fyra 12 Wood Pellet Pizza Oven
With this wood-fired pizza oven promising delicious homemade pizzas every time, they will never order a pizza takeaway again!
22. Dahlia Floral Yellow Ceramic Noodle Bowl & Chopsticks
If they’re famous for their pho or ramen dishes, then they’ll undoubtedly get great use out of this gorgeous ceramic noodle bowl. Pasta bowls are too shallow, and cereal bowls are too small — but this one is the perfect size. Plus, it’s even got space for storing a pair of chopsticks.
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23. MM Living Grey Scallop Serve
Every proud host needs a serving platter for passing around their canapes. With its translucent, glossy glaze, and elegant scalloped trim, this one oozes sophistication.
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24. Spruce Steamer
If they're already a proud owner of the Our Place Always Pan, treat them to this steamer, which fits snugly on the top and helps them cook never-mushy vegetables, perfectly cooked fish and tender dumplings.
25. Foraging, Cookery and Lunch for Two with Totally Wild
A truly unique experience, this course will see them engaging in a hands-on foraging experience, before giving them the chance to cook up a three-course lunch using the wild ingredients that they’ve found.
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26. Marcato Atlas 150 Wellness Pasta Machine
If pasta is their passion, then definitely treat them to this classic pasta machine. It’ll help them whip up everything from linguine to lasagne sheets — and it’s metallic copper finish means it’ll look super cute on any countertop.
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27. Bistro Tile Pie Dish
With its eye-catching, bistro-inspired motif, this pie dish feels like the perfect vessel for serving up home-cooked pies and puddings. It will make a lovely gift for anybody who’s passionate about all-things pastry.
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28. Tigris Tiger Pink Ceramic Platter
This gorgeous ceramic platter from Oliver Bonas is full of personality and guaranteed to elevate their tablescape. It's painted using wax resist techniques and each platter has a real handcrafted feel.
29. John Lewis Oak Wood Foldable Cookbook Stand
Whether they’re using a classic cookbook or a tablet, this beautiful oak wood stand will make following recipes a far easier task. Best of all, it folds flat when not in use — so it’s perfect for home chefs with smaller kitchens.
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30. Milan Tabletop Mini Pizza Oven
Inspired by authentic Italian pizza ovens, this tabletop version makes it easy to whip up mini garlic breads or personal pizzas from the comfort of your own time. It can be used both inside and outside, and has the space to cook two at a time.
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31. Porto Stoneware Large Heart Oven Dish
Help them cater for all dietary requirements this Christmas with this epic vegan cheese-making kit. Inside, they’ll find enough ingredients to make 20 batches of 6 different varieties of plant-based cheese.
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32. The Big Vegan Cheese Making Kit
A great gift for vegans, The Big Vegan Cheese Making Kit will have them making their own cheese using recipes which have been formulated to ensure it tastes as close to the real thing as possible. The recipes use either Cashews or Macadamia nuts and are super easy-to-follow.
33. Ceramic Fondue for Two Kit
Whether they prefer melted cheese or chocolate, this fondue kit will undoubtedly become a date night staple for any sophisticated home chef. It comes with a ceramic fondue mug, and two beechwood, stainless steel sticks.
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34. Tower 3.5L Grey Cavaletto Slow Cooker
Give the gift of dinner being ready by the time they get home from work with this slow cooker. With a 3.5 Litre capacity, it’s the perfect size for making meals that serve up to five people.
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35. Pasta Evangelists Apron And Cookbook
With this branded apron and cookbook from Pasta Evangelists, you’ll be helping them swap the store-bought pesto pasta, for their very own puttanesca!
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36. Ninja BN650UK AutoiQ Food Processor
For chopping, slicing, grating, and pureeing a whole matter of materials, you can’t beat a good old-fashioned food processor. This one even comes complete with interchangeable blades and attachments — including a handy Dough Tool.
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37. Pleat Trivet
Heading straight to the table with a piping hot pan? This stoneware trivet will keep surfaces safe. And — let’s face it — it also just looks really cute!
38. Cast Iron Garlic Roaster
Every good chef knows that you can never have too much garlic in a dish, right? This cast iron cover will ensure those beautiful bulbs are roasted to absolute perfection. And it even comes with a silicone tool that helps squeeze each golden clove out of its husk.
39. SMEG Two-Slice Stainless-Steel Toaster
Inspired by retro design, this SMEG toaster deserves a prime countertop spot in the kitchen of any chic home chef. As well as being uber stylish, it’s got six browning levels, a removable crumb tray, and wide slots with self-centring racks.
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40. Brabantia Tasty+ Terracotta Pink Magnetic Kitchen Timer
Ideal for attaching to your fridge or microwave, this magnetic kitchen timer doubles as a stopwatch, and will help ensure that nothing is ever left in the oven for too long.
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41. Cookery Class for Two at The Jamie Oliver Cookery School
With this voucher, you'll be treating a friend and their chosen plus one to a two-hour cooking masterclass at The Jamie Oliver Cookery School. They can pick from any of the eleven available classes — and each one will teach them to master a different cuisine.
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