We all have those friends. They know the difference between linguine and fettuccine, and they have no qualms whipping up an impromptu dinner for five. But they're not one to swoon over elegant china or expensive teapots. Instead, they find their chuckles in reindeer-shaped ice cubes and pizza Christmas tree ornaments.
Below, six Christmas gifts for that slightly kooky, oddball food-loving friend of yours.
For the Friend with a Sweet-Tooth
There are two main camps when it comes to this deliciously homey dessert—you either prefer them fudgey and dense to the bite, or with a crispier chew. And if you're a fan of the latter, this pan is for you. The edge brownie pan by Baker's Edge is designed with the coveted brownie edge in mind, yielding the chewiest, crispiest edges of a single brownie bake.
For the Soup Lover
First came Nessie, the standalone ladle that stands upright in your stockpot, resembling a (very cute) Loch Ness monster. And now comes Swanky, a self-balancing ladle resembling a swan that will float atop your pot of coup. The elegant ladle is available in black and white.
For Your Friend that Has No Time
Indeed, we all love a good, hefty omelet in the morning, but half of us don’t have the time to whip it up. The 45 Second Omelet Maker created by master potter Tony Holman is here to help you with your daily quest. Simply place all your ingredients in the stoneware clay dish, pop in the microwave, and breakfast is ready in 45 seconds.
For the Friend Who Embraces All Four Seasons
Here’s a gift that'll add a touch of kitsch to any home and dinner party, perfect for the friend that enjoys whipping up a storm and embraces the four seasons in his or her cooking. The Qualy Four Seasons Seasoning Shaker Set has four shakers each tailored to a season of the year, complete with a tree sprouting from your seasoning.
For the Avid Star Wars Fan
Why settle for plain ol' ice cubes when you can opt for ice balls shaped like the Death Star? They make your cocktails cooler (both literally and figuratively-speaking) thanks to its spherical shape, which slows the melting process of the ice and maintains the flavors of your Old Fashioned for longer.
For the Cycling Foodie
Meet “The Fixie,” a bicycle-shaped pizza cutter helping you slice your pie evenly, so there won’t be any serving disputes. Designed by Doiy, the bike pictured is the bumble bee (black and yellow) version, but also comes in white, black, palm springs' vermillion and electric blue.
Hero image courtesy of Doiy Design.
