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A book of 200 iconic cocktails from around the world. A bundle of cured Spanish meats. A coffee cake from a James Beard Award-winning pastry chef. You’ll find all of that and more in our list of the best food and drink gifts this holiday season, because a food and drink gift guide isn’t just for connoisseurs and gourmands — it’s for everyone.
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In choosing our favorite cookware of the year, as well as glassware, cutlery and some edible delights, we’ve also endeavored to make sure there are gifts for all types of recipients. If you’re shopping for a significant other who always seems to outdo you, there are big-ticket items that’ll impress. But if you’re simply looking for stocking stuffers or presents that are good, but not too good, for coworkers and colleagues, we’ve got you covered there too.
Whether you pick up the $400 Kudu grill or a $22 crystal mixing glass, the common denominator here is that every single thing on this list will lead to a tastier holiday for all. Especially the caviar tasting experience.
The gift of cured meat is about as good as it gets, and this bundle of Spanish goodness from Mercado Famous is particularly yummy. It contains four different types of Ibérico pork, including jamón and chorizo.
Via Total Wine, enjoy 24 wines expertly curated from around the globe curated. Each daily sample is available in a generous 187ml bottle. While the selected vino itself is a surprise, it’s going to be good (and new every year). As one reviewer notes, “Have bought this item the past 3 years and love the variety of wines included.”
The Maui-founded brand Hawaiian Host is the original chocolate-covered macadamia, not to mention the largest manufacturer of it in the world. Naturally, who wouldn’t want to unwrap this tropical medley of guilty pleasure paradise? The set includes six festive boxes, perfect for gift giving and treating yourself.
You certainly can’t go wrong when gifting a bottle of high-quality olive oil. Corto’s Lemongrass & Basil Olive Oil is made using the agrumato process, which means that the other ingredients are crushed simultaneously with the olives to achieve a vibrant, well-balanced oil they’ll want to use on everything.
To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Sofia Wines partnered with Brooklyn darling Catbird to create this dainty solid 14K gold wine bottle charm. We can’t think of a more perfect gift for anyone who appreciates both good vino and fine jewelry.
This striking copper-hued cast-iron skillet is seasoned 18 times, 15 times more than Smithey’s traditional skillets. In the end, you’ll get a naturally non-stick 12” pan that’s worthy of display. Admittedly, if you want to pair this with Knob Creek 18, you’ll need (and want) to buy that separately.
Olio Piro is a newcomer in the elite world of ultra-premium extra virgin olive oils, so they’re definitely ones to watch. Sample the Piro Extra Virgin Olive Oil, which is cold-press from their own groves of 300-year-old olive trees, paired with 12-year aged Bonini Affinato Balsamic Vinegar.
For the dad who takes his snack game seriously, this unique subscription box is packed with a variety of Asian American treats he’s likely never tried before.
Make a show of serving your wine (or sangria) with this porrón one-liter pitcher, which are common around Spain. This one is made from hand-blown recycled glass; you simply hold it up and tip it towards you to create a steady stream. And yes, you can skip the glass and pour it straight into your mouth, but practice a bit first.
Bring your cocktail-smoking wizardry on the road with this well-reviewed portable kit, which includes a carrying case and three large containers of wood chips. And if your giftee wants to know what to make with a cocktail smoker, hey, we’ve got you covered.
NYC’s beloved French bakery maman just launched its first tabletop line with Replacements, and we can’t get enough of these blue and white vintage-inspired salad plates. They’re perfect for anyone who’s constantly looking to channel the French countryside on their dining table.
We’re big fans of this blended whiskey brand, but admittedly the bottles can be hard to find. This gift box features 100ml samples of four core Barrell products: Dovetail, Seagrass, Vantage and their newest batch release, Barrell Bourbon Batch 035. Dovetail in particular is a standout, a blend of whiskeys finished in blackstrap rum, Port, and Dunn Vineyards Cabernet barrels.
These tasty liqueurs from New York are crafted just once a year at the peak of the season to ensure you’re getting the full flavor of the fruits. They’re also crafted with many of the same recipes and techniques that the family owners have used for generations in Germany.
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