Can I give kitchenware as gifts? The answer is a big YES! I personally love giving kitchenware as gifts because they're so practical and they're something that whoever you're giving it to can actually use. Now, you might be thinking – isn't giving kitchen stuff too boring? Well yes, if you just wrap it in wrapping paper and hand it over, it may seem that you didn't put too much thought into it. The key is what you match it with.
All of my suggestions below work best as a gift basket. All you need is a small wicker basket from your local craft or dollar store, some cellophane wrap, and ribbon. I personally love the red and green plaid ribbons. Such an instant holiday feel!
1. Tea set with matcha green tea
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If you know someone who loves tea, especially Japanese green tea, then a set of tea cups would make a lovely gift (I think as long as the tea cup colors and patterns are coordinated, they don't have to be exactly the same). Add a tin of good quality matcha tea powder, a bamboo whisk, and a small wooden spoon. You don't even need to include a teapot. Matcha green tea can be spooned directly into the cup and mixed with water.
Of course, if they're more the English breakfast type, then you can also include a teapot in a coordinated style or pattern and switch out the matcha tea for a tin of tea bags from a specialty tea shop for a personal touch.
2. Ramen bowl with spoon and chopsticks
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Do you know someone who loves to make a hot, steaming bowl of noodles once in a while? If yes, then a ramen set would be perfect. Be sure to include chopsticks and spoons for a complete set that they can use right away. Don't worry if you can't find any chopsticks or spoons that match the ramen bowls' colors or patterns. All-black chopsticks and spoons work well with everything.
If you want to make it even more special, add a ramen cookbook! I'm sure they'll love trying out new recipes.
3. Ceramic condiment set with a bottle of balsamic vinegar and olive oil
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I love warm bread dipped in olive olive and balsamic vinegar. If you know someone who loves that too, then a ceramic oil and vinegar set would come in great use. Add a bottle of good quality extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. I find there's quite a good selection at my local Whole Foods.
If you're a baker, why not include a loaf of homemade focaccia bread? I'm sure they'll appreciate the thought you put into it and may even ask you for your recipe!
4. Wine glasses with a bottle of wine
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You might be thinking, umm, everyone has wine glasses already. True, most people have wine glasses, but do they have crystal or stainless steel ones? Crystal wine glasses are a luxurious addition to special dinners at home and when you want to make sure there's no chance of anything breaking, stainless steel wine glasses are the way to go.
Of course, a nice bottle of wine (or two) will make an excellent addition!
5. Coffee mugs with a bag of specialty coffee beans
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For all the coffee lovers in your life, you can never go wrong with giving them mugs and coffee! But to make these somewhat ordinary items special, I pick mugs with a unique print or color so that they're more than just something to simply drink out of.
Now, the coffee is where you can really make it special. There's many cafés that roast their own beans so it's super fresh. And not only can you buy coffee that you can't get anywhere else, it's also a great way to support local small businesses.
So next time when you're looking for a gift, don't be afraid to change something that seems ordinary into something extraordinary!
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