18 Cooking Gift Ideas for the Chefs & Bakers
These gift ideas are perfect for your loved one who is always in the kitchen cooking up something yummy. Discover organic fair trade aprons, sustainable cutting boards, cooking accessories, and more!
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MEASURE AND GLOW GIFT SET by prosperity candle $78
This measuring cup candle gift set features four renewable, vegan coconut-soy wax candles that are handmade by women artisans building a brighter future after living as refugees. After burning the candle, clean out the cups and use them for measuring when cooking or baking!
Yan Harvest Apron by Ichcha $75
This apron is stylish and practical with roomy pockets. It’s ethically hand woven on the handloom, hand dyed in natural dyes, and made with organic cotton. Use the pocket to hold utencils or a garden harvest! Enjoy 10% off of your purchase with the discount code THEHONESTCONSUMER.
Ceramic Bakeware Set by Healthier Homes $198
Any cook in life is sure to love this set of 3 white baking dishes. It’s a great gift for holiday baking. Plus, it is made with 100% lead free & cadmium free glazing. Perfect for serving at family holiday gatherings. Plus, the minimalist style will match any table decor. Use code HONEST for 10% off.
Kitchen Knife Trio Set from Our Place $209
This trio includes an Everyday Chef’s Knife for sturdy chopping, a Serrated Slicing Knife for anything squishy or hard & crusty, and a Precise Paring Knife for those tinier tasks. A great gift for people who are serious in the kitchen.
Chef Holiday Spice Set by Burlap & Barrel $30
Adventurous cooks are sure to love trying these unique spices. This set features Black Lime, Wild Mountain Cumin, Sun-Dried Tomato Powder. Burlap & Barrel spices are harvested by hand, dried naturally, & grown organically whenever possible.
Eating on the Wild Side Book by Jo Robinson $11+
Eating on the Wild Side is an incredible resource for people who love food. Learn how to optimize nutrition by cooking and storing your produce in specific ways. As someone who enjoys cooking I found this book to be very informative.
Vino Wine Bottle Cooler from Healthier Homes $62
For anyone who enjoys drinking wine while cooking, this is a unique gift. Sustainably made from durable concrete for long-lasting use, this is a nice piece for any kitchen.
Wonder oven by Our Place $185
This convenient mini oven sits on your counter top and can air fry, bake, roast, toast, reheat, and broil. It even comes in fun colors perfect for matching to your gift recipeint’s kitchen.
Cotton Sunbird Tea Towel from Fair Trade Winds $18
This cute tea towel features an adorable nature inspired design. This is a meaningful gift due to the fact that they’re individually hand printed and handmade in South Africa
Eco Baking Bee Gift Set from Etsy $35+
This gift set is wonderful for eco-conscious bakers. It features wooden measuring cups, wooden measuring spoons, and a cotton tea towel.
Stainless Steel Cookware Set from Caraway $695
Any serious cook is sure to appreciate a high quality stainless steel cookware set. This set is great for gifting because it also comes with organizers for chefs to proudly display the beautiful pots & pans in their kitchen.
Olive Oil and Vinegar Gift Set from Kosterina $45
High quality extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar can elevate dishes. This duo set is a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves cooking and values high quality ingredients.
8 Quart Stockpot from 360 Cookware $375
The magnificent 8-quart stainless steel stockpot is just right for everything a cook needs to do, from preparing soups and sauces to making enough vegetables for a small army.
GARDEN PARTY ORGANIC APRON by Uproot Design Studio $52
The Love What You Grow design is a perfect gift for cooks who love to use their garden harvest in their food. Plus, this eco apron is sustainably made with organic cotton.
Wabry’s Flavored Organic Syrup from Wabry Syrups $13+
Wabry’s organic flavored syrups are great for pancakes, oatmeal, tea, ice cream, & more. They also give back through their partnership with the non-profit GiveLight Foundation.
Grill Press from Made In $79
This stainless steel grill press is great for pressing down grilled cheese sandwiches, making smash burgers, and more! It’s a fun tool anyone who loves to cook will enjoy having in their kitchen.
Foods of the Midwest Print by Honeyberry Studios $25
This colorful print is a great gift for any foodie from the Midwest as it features classic staples!
Measuring Spoon Set $79 by 360 Cookware
This measuring spoon set is ethically made in Sherrill NY and are crafted out of lead-free pewter. These would be a meaningful and cherished gift for any chef.
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I’m Emily, the founder of The Honest Consumer! Curating gift guides is one of my favorite parts of my job! I chose these items as someone who loves to cook and bake. These are unique items that would make great gifts while sharing values of mindfulness and sustainability.
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