As a 30-something old chef, I have many memories of geeking out over new kitchen stuff.

Sometimes they are new gadgets, or sometimes they are those old kitchen staples that you would find in Julia Child’s home.

If you are shopping for a young chef who loves the kitchen, or a loved one who just loves to cook, I want to help you out.

Below are some of my favorite cooking gadgets, cookware and all things kitchen.

This list is for those that can spend hours in the kitchen and forget about time. They get so into their craft, art, and the science of cooking. It’s a true love affair.

I hope this list is useful for picking out that gift for your special someone.

Before you scroll through the list, take a moment to think what kind of chef are you shopping for…

Are they more into the science of cooking, or are they more into the art and discovering new flavor combinations?

If you’re buying for a more science-driven chef, a thick cookbook like Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat and a new kitchen gadgets will be most appreciated.

If your chef is more of the artistic kind, they might appreciate a new cookbook like Ottolenghi Flavor or would love to get a pot that has memories, like the heavy Le Creuset that will last their whole lifetime.

So, first identify what kind of chef you are shopping for.

Today, there is also the content creator, or chef that films him or herself cooking (like me). In that case, a phone stand would be really appreciated and doesn’t cost much. It would validate his or her craft by making it easier to film and post their cooking journey online.

With those thoughts in mind, take a peek at the list and see what might spark their joy.

Message me if you have any questions! Instagram @chefjoannas

Cookware

Chefs who appreciate quality

Le Creuset Pot- Statement Piece
Le Creuset Skillet- Most Popular (comes in different colors)
All-Clad Cookware
Calphalon Cookware

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Cookbooks

For the readers

Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat
On Food and Science
Nigellissima
Barefoot Contessa
Jamie Oliver
Ottolenghi
Milk Street: The New Rules: Recipes That Will Change the Way You Cook

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Kitchen Tools and Gadgets

Stocking Stuffers

Vegetable peeler
Garlic sleeve
Microplane
Immersion Blender

Plant-Based Chef

Vitamix
Food Processor
Immersion Blender
Blue Zone Cookbook
The Complete Plant-Based Cookbook for Beginners
Afro-Vegan
Vegan for Everybody
Plants-Only Kitchen: Over 70 Delicious, Super-Simple, Powerful and Protein-Packed Recipes for Busy People
Isa Does It: Amazingly Easy, Wildly Delicious Vegan Recipes for Every Day of the Week

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Chefs Who Love Knives

Wusthof Knives
Globe Knives
Sharpening Stone
Boos Wooden Block

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The Eco-Friendly Chef

Beeswax wrap
Stasher reusable bags
Glass tupperware

Experimental Chef

Anova Sous vide machine
Air Fryer

Breadbakers

Lame
Banneton
Lodge Dutch Oven
Danish Whisk
Digital Scale
Tartine Bread Cookbook by Chad Robertson

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Bakers

Kitchen-Aid Stand Mixer
Kitchen-Aid Hand-Held Mixer
Sifters
Pyrex Mixing Bowls
Wooden Rolling Pin
Marble Pastry Stone
Donut Baking Tray
Good Quality Spatula
Digital Scale
Pyrex Mixing Bowls

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Chefs Who Love Asian Cooking

Wok
Chopsticks
Chinese Dumpling steam basket
Long Chopsticks
Rice Cooker
Bamboo Roller for Sushi
Shun Knives
Miyabi Knives

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Video Content Creators

Phone Stand
Campstove to film
Glass Pyrex mixing bowls

Chefs Who Love Italy (like me)

Tools

Pasta Machine
Potato Ricer
Wooden Rolling Pin

Foods

Extra Virgin Olive oil
Arborio Rice
Porcini Mushrooms
San Marzano Tomatoes
Dried Oregano
Olives
Crackers
Mulino Bianco Cookies
High Quality Pasta
Squid Ink to color pasta black
Truffle Salt
Truffle Oil

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Summary

This list can be overwhelming, but I hope it gets you thinking more about your special someone. Try to think about how they cook and what excites them in the kitchen. Then, you will have a better idea about what they would really love.

Message me if you need help! Instagram @chefjoannas