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20+ Best Kitchen Essentials for Holiday Gifting

Sweets, treats, and kitchen must-haves: We found the best food (and drink)-related gifts worth giving this season. 

UNDER $25

Siren Double Wall Tumbler from Starbucks, $19.95
It’s perfect for the unofficial Starbucks brand ambassador in your life.

Rosé All Day Gummy Bears from Sugarfina, $8.50
Satisfy someone’s sweet tooth with these gummy bears infused with Whispering Angel Rosé.

3-Piece Pancake Set from Kate Spade, $25
Ready for breakfast? These molds and matching spatula from Kate Spade add even more fun to the morning meal staple.

Juliette Rose Pot Holder from Anthropologie, $14
The prettiest oven mitt and pot holder to match a certain apron (featured below).

Five by Five Aged Citrus Bitters from Dean & DeLuca, $25
A versatile bitter that can be used for traditional uses of citrus while also providing a savory balance in cocktails. A true must-have for any home bar.

Mornings Blow Cup from Drybar, $14.50
Not a morning person? This coffee mug gets you.

“The Complete Cocktail Manual” Recipe Book through Amazon, $17.50
285 tips, tricks, and recipes for cocktail enthusiasts.

Marika Melamine Dinner Plates (set of four in Blue/Gold) from Target, $14.99
These plates add a graphic element to an otherwise ordinary dining ware staple.

Kvittera Serving Platter from IKEA, $14.99
Detach the plates and vary them as you see fit for the perfect finale to any dinner.

                                                                                               

UNDER $50    

Filled & Personalized Tackle Candy Box from Dylan’s Candy Bar, $28
Customize a box filled with your recipient’s favorite candy courtesy of Dylan’s Candy Bar. You can even add your own design for a personalized label.

Try the World Subscription, $39
Ever wish you could try authentic international cuisine without the hassle of traveling? Enter Try the World, a subscription service that sends you 7 to 8 gourmet delicacies from a new country every month.

Tasty Cookbook, $39
Oh, yes! The mouthwatering recipes that took over your Facebook newsfeed this year are here—all in one customizable book.

Season’s Treatings Dessert Tea Sampler from Teavana, $40
Now you can sip all of your favorite seasonal flavors—from Gingerbread to White Chocolate Peppermint.

Momofuku Milk Bar Cookbook, $37
The book includes recipes for their unique—and tasty—treats including cereal milk™, compost cookies®, and crack pie®.

Insulated Cocktail Shaker from Williams-Sonoma, $44.95
This home bar essential is as functional as it is stylish. You can also add a monogram or name for $9.50 more.

Juliette Rose Apron from Anthropologie, $32
A palette of florals, purples, and pinks adorns this ultra-feminine apron from Anthropologie.

                                                                                               

UNDER $100

Premium 8 Bar Gift Set from Compartés, $89.95
Each collection varies but can include any of their top-selling, Instagram-worthy bars such as S’Mores, Hazelnut Toast, Apple Pie, and Cereal.

850 mL Glass French Press from Yield Design, $85
Your recipient can enjoy a full-bodied pot of brewed coffee or tea using the traditional French Press method.

The Glow Tea Set from DavidsTea, $60
Tea aficionados rejoice: This kit includes a teapot, four cups, and a tealight holder.

Blue Tart Plate from Food52, $68
Add a pop of color to any meal with a robin egg’s blue tart plate.

Liquid Body Flask in Silver from AreaWare, $60
A stainless steel pocket flask with a truly unique design.

                                                                                               

OVER $100     

illy X9 iper Espresso Machine in Red from illy, $279
Shots, shots, shots! …of espresso, that is. This high-tech device makes the perfect cup of espresso, so keep this in mind for the caffeine addict on your list.

Ultimate Truffle Collection from Godiva, $175
So. many. truffles.

Gennifer is the Branded Content Specialist for Her Campus Media. In her role, she manages all sponsored content across platforms including editorial, social, and newsletters. As one of HC's first-ever writers, she previously wrote about career, college life, and more as a national writer during her time at Hofstra University. She also helped launch the How She Got There section, where she interviewed inspiring women in various industries. She lives in New York City.