Christmas gifts for foodies - must-have buys for lovers of food and drink
Treat your loved ones to some of the best Christmas gifts for foodies to help them cook, mix or eat like royalty this Christmas
If you're looking for some stylish Christmas gifts for foodies, you've come to the right place. While some might think foodies are the easiest to buy for, if they're bone fide food-obsessed, then it's likely they already have a kitchen (or drinks cabinet) packed full of the basics.
So what on earth do you buy the foodie who already has everything? Well, the trick is to find something new or unusual, exclusive or limited edition... something that they may already have as standard, but you've found an elevated version that's bound to tickle their foodie fancy.
If it's an appliance you're after, from the best dual-zone air fryers to the best saucepan sets, we have a whole raft of buying guides for you to reference when you have a rough idea what you plan to buy them.
If however, you're looking for general inspiration, something new and stylish for their kitchen, dining room or drinks cabinet, then read on.
Ginevra has been the Deputy Editor of Ideal Home magazine since 2021, having first joined the team in 2011. She currently oversees the publication of the brand’s magazine each month, editing, writing and commissioning, from planning through to publication. She's a huge fan of Christmas (and is a self-confessed foodie) and reckons that the planning and prep, decorating, present buying and all the rest is pretty much her favourite yearly hobby...
We've ticked off pretty much every area, from food prep to cooking, baking, cocktail-making, right up to serving, so you're bund to find something for the foodie in your life.
We've avoided the gimmicky gadgets and contraptions that people tend to use just once (teppanyaki grill or panini maker, anyone?). Instead, we've carefully selected a host of super stylish buys priced from as little as £4.50 for a snazzy new oven mitt to just shy of £200 for a dreamy new best ice cream maker.
So with Christmas on the near horizon, why not tick something else off your gift list with one of these brilliant buys? Happy Shopping!
Christmas gifts for foodies - our top picks
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This smart round 4 litre casserole dish is just the thing to go from hob to oven with a host of winter warming stews. Oven safe up to 260°C, this kitchen hero comes with a 1 year guarantee.
Part of Habitat's recent collab with mental health social enterprise Designs In Mind, this jolly coloured oven mitt will perk up any kitchen space, while also protecting hands from too-hot-to-touch cookware.
Part of an exclusive range of flavoured olive oils, (garlic and chilli also feature), the extra virgin oil is sourced from Crete and bottled in a contemporary artisan bottle.
Not only will this cocktail shaker help make some delicious tipples, it still looks great on a sideboard when not in use so it's a win-win!
This great value two glass set of glasses is ideal for cocktails, soft drinks or a cheeky glass of Christmas Day Bucks Fizz. Just add their drink of choice...
Cheers, Cin Cin, Santé and Salud adorn each of these four pretty trimmed cocktail napkins - they can be used as a cute coaster or handed out or guests at for finger food.
Described as being "...a tempting blend of Caribbean rum and sweet toffee, creating a smooth, velvety finish..." this delicious liqueur has Christmas gift written all over it.
For those who can't live without a cuppa, this stoneware mug is conveniently microwave safe (in case they need to heat up a cup) and can be popped in the dishwasher after use.
It's a cafetiere - but with a colour blocked look! Bring a bit of joy to your friend or family member's morning with this classic, colourful coffee press.
This newly launched gadget is bound to delight people of all ages. All it takes is a mere 20 minutes to make a fresh batch of ice cream. It also has three built-in dispensers for tasty toppings.
The epitome of Quiet Luxe trend, this set of salt and pepper pinch pots come with teeny tiny gold coloured metal spoons and a matching tray.
Hailing from a company founded by the great-great-great grandson of the Mr John Cadbury (the name say it all), these salty gooey truffles make a perfect stocking filler.
Nordic Ware is a US brand known for its top quality baking kit and these smart biscuit stamps are no exception. Perfect for those who love to bake their own gifts at Christmas.
With its Japanese stainless steel blade and safety sheath (for safe storage in a cutlery drawer), this multi-tasking knife features a fun and stylish finish.
Made from solid oak and named after the John Lewis Partnership Leckford Estate in Hampshire, this smart serving board comes in two sizes - small (35cm) and large (50cm).
Here's where to shop for more Christmas gifts for foodies
Want to expand your search for more Christmas gifts for foodies? Then take a look at the following retailers as they'll have plenty of food and drink related treats for all ages...
- Amazon home buys
- John Lewis home buys
- Primark home buys
- Oliver Bonas home buys
- Wayfair home buys
- H&M Home buys
- Dunelm home buys
- M&S home buys
Happy Christmas!
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Ginevra Benedetti has been the Deputy Editor of Ideal Home magazine since 2021. With a career in magazines spanning nearly twenty years, she has worked for the majority of the UK’s interiors magazines, both as staff and as a freelancer. She first joined the Ideal Home team in 2011, initially as the Deputy Decorating Editor and has never left! She currently oversees the publication of the brand’s magazine each month, from planning through to publication, editing, writing or commissioning the majority of the content.
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