Gift Ideas For The Chef In Your Life

Christmas is just a few weeks away, so I thought I would pull together a list of some of my favorite kitchen products.  The products that made the list are all affordable, costing between $15 and $100.  These items are also practical, most will cut down on preparation times.

1.  Chopper - $29.95
I use this to chop vegetables for soup.  It saves me a significant amount of time.  Everyone should have one of these.


2.  Cheese Grater - $14.95
Freshly grated cheese tastes better.  This saves you time, and it is safer to use than other graters.


3. Non Stick Rolling Pin - $26.99
This is a must have for anyone who likes to bake sugar cookies.


4.  Hand Held Mixer - $39.95
It doesn't require much storage space and it gets the job done just as well as expensive mixers.


5.  Espresso Machine - $99.95
I bought this for Charles last year.  It is affordable and easy to use. 


6.  A Casserole Dish with a Lid - $49.95
I use mine all the time.


7.  Punch Bowl/Cake Stand - $30
One product with two uses.  Perfect for city dwellers with limited kitchen space.
Available at Williams-Sonoma

8.  Picnic Basket - $76.95
It is a must for anyone to loves Movies in the Park as much as I do.  The built in cooler is a nice touch.


9. Crock Pot - $46.95
Crock pots are great because you can do the prep work the night before, and in the morning set it. When you come home dinner is ready.


10. Mixing Bowl - $19.95
I just purchased this and I love that it has a spout and a handle - perfect for pouring cupcakes.