The 17 Perfect Gifts for the Food Network Enthusiast
Dec 16, 2024 at 4:19 PM
We all know someone who's a die-hard Food Network watcher. This guide aims to simplify the process of finding a gift for them. (Amazon, Walmart, Hedley & Bennett)
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Ina Garten's long-awaited memoir, which came out in October, is a must-read for Food Network Barefoot Contessa fans. Many already own her cookbooks (she's published 13 over the years), and this memoir would complete their collection. It offers a glimpse into her difficult childhood and 50-plus-year marriage.$17 at AmazonGoldbelly
For those thinking "$100 for cookie dough?!" hear us out. This is from Ina Garten, and since she doesn't have a restaurant or shop, it might be the only chance to taste her food. She rarely puts her name on a product, so the fact that she's selling this cookie dough through Goldbelly indicates its high quality. She also sells a few cakes on the site, making it a gift and an activity in one.$100 at GoldbellyItalian chef Giada de Laurentiis
Giada de Laurentiis knows her olive oil. She eats it with almost everything from oatmeal to salads and considers Lucini's her favorite for cooking. It's an extra-virgin olive oil that's light. Anyone, even those who prefer to order in, could use a bottle of olive oil in their pantry as it's a staple.$20 at AmazonGiadzy
Dedicated fans of Giada de Laurentiis would probably love a membership to Giadzy. It's her lifestyle brand and website where she shares exclusive recipes, videos, the inside scoop on her favorite products, and travel tips. An annual membership is $70, or you could pay for a few months at $9 per month.$70 at GiadzyGreenPan
When Bobby Flay comes out with a line of pans, you know they're going to be good. And for a gift, cast iron is the way to go. This skillet, part of Bobby's collab with GreenPan, which makes non-toxic cookware, is his go-to. Tester Lisa Schweitzer explained that if you preheat it on the stove and add a tablespoon of neutral oil, you'll achieve the perfect crust on a steak. It's also very affordable at $30 when not on sale.$24 at AmazonCutting boards by John Boos & Co.
Cutting boards are common, but few are as prized as those made by John Boos & Co., founded over 130 years ago in Illinois. Flay uses these cutting boards in every kitchen, and the brand's massive round walnut chopping block is featured in many of his Instagram videos. You can find under-$100 Boos boards that make a great gift.$64 at AmazonFor Fieri-heads
The notorious spiky-haired star Guy Fieri recently debuted a unique Monopoly board game. Instead of traditional game pieces like the thimble and top hat, this edition features items like a '68 Chevy Camaro, a cheeseburger, a pizza, and even Fieri's signature sunglasses. Game night is about to get a lot more fun!$44 at AmazonMLB Shop
Many Fieri fans are also sports fans, and he's teamed up with MLB on gear that combines classic team logos with his funkalicious food-themed graphics. You can find a T-shirt for every team in the league, all under $30. It's a great gift for any sports and Food Network enthusiast.$28 at MLB ShopWalmart
Ree Drummond (The Pioneer Woman) is famous for her beautiful kitchenware and mouth-watering recipes. This set of mugs from her new dinnerware line combines her signature florals with a vintage-inspired shape, bringing prairie flair to a pal's kitchen.$18 at WalmartThe Pioneer Woman stand mixer
Ask any home baker, and they'll tell you a stand mixer is the best gift. This The Pioneer Woman gadget is inspired by the mixers she uses at home and on her Food Network show. Hers are custom-painted with flowers, and this option comes already adorned in florals. It's a reasonable $130.$87 at WalmartChef Carla Hall
Chef Carla Hall is famous for her Southern cooking, and this kit gives fans a taste of her hometown barbecue. It comes with four pounds of pulled chicken and/or pork drenched in a tangy Carolina sauce, perfect for a crowd.$77 at QVCCarla Hall's kids' book
Carla Hall is not only a star on Food Network shows but also an accomplished author. This sweet kids' book tells the story of young Carla who accidentally ate a cookie on Christmas Eve meant for Santa. It's a great gift for kids or parents for some heartwarming holiday reading.$11 at AmazonQVC coffee beans
Chef and The Kitchen co-host Geoffrey Zakarian drinks about six double espressos a day and knows his coffee. These beans are sourced from South and Central America and come either ground or whole. It's a great gift for a coffee lover.$44 at QVCHSN - Jet Tila's cookware
Jet Tila specializes in Chinese and Thai cuisine. His family opened the first Thai grocery in Los Angeles in 1972. These presses from his cookware line are the most fun, especially for a home cook who already has everything. They let you turn dough, tortillas, and even sandwich bread into pockets with sealed, crimped edges for easy dumpling, empanada, and homemade Uncrustables making.$12 at HSNHedley & Bennett aprons
Many pro chefs wear Hedley & Bennett aprons as they are incredibly durable, made from heavyweight cotton twill and backed by a lifetime guarantee. Only one Food Network star, Alton Brown, has his own design with the brand, a quirky cartoon-style food pattern. It's a great gift for a budding food scientist along with a copy of one of Brown's Good Eats cookbooks.$95 at Hedley & BennettKohl's oven mitt
The Food Network test kitchen chefs designed this oven mitt with silicone stripes for protection and added grip. It's been a handy tool for the author for years through countless trays of cookies and sheet-pan dinners. At $10, it's a great stocking stuffer.$10 at Kohl'sBarnes & Noble magazine subscription
As an alumna of Barnes & Noble, the author highly recommends it for anyone who loves Food Network and is looking for easy dinner ideas. Each issue has dozens of recipes ranging from quick breakfasts to elaborate holiday desserts, along with exclusive features on the stars and kitchen design ideas. It's a gift that keeps on giving.$20 at Barnes & Noble