I’m a last-minute shopper. I can’t help it. It’s part of what makes me who I am. So if you’re like me, here’s five last-minute gifts for the real foodies in your life. And, if I might be so bold, there’s nothing wrong with treating yourself either.
for the newcomer: nourishing traditions
Where to Get It: You can find Nourishing Traditions through online, independent book sellers (see sources) or through Amazon.
Cost: Nourishing Traditions typically retails for $27.00 but is on sale at Amazon for $16.32.
for the foodie: bottarga
Bottarga is the salted and dried roe of the grey mullet and is a specialty food prized in the Mediterranean, particularly in Sardinia where it is often grated and served over pasta. Bottarga, like all roe, is extraordinarily high in omega-3 fatty acids and fat-soluble vitamins A and D.
Where to Get It: You can find bottarga at specialty food stores – orbuy it online like I do.
Cost: Bottarge will typically cost about $30.
for the cook: immersion blender
In the winter when warm soups find their way to our table at least daily, I would never be caught without the immersion blender. I also use it to prepare mayonnaises because it’s quick, efficient and takes up very little space.
Where to Get It: You can find it here.
Cost: This immersion blender typically retails for $55, but is on sale at Amazon for $23.99.
for the gardener: a countertop herb garden
So, I’ve wanted one of these for years. YEARS, I tell you. Simply because, I love growing and cooking with fresh herbs as they enliven any dish and pack such a beautiful composition of flavors that can’t be replicated by dry herbs alone. With the countertop kit, you can grow your own fresh herbs year-round.
Where to Get It: You can find it here.
Cost: At $149.95, it’s not light on the budget, but oh what a beautiful gift.
for the fermentation enthusiast: a continuous brewing kit
And, lastly, for the fermentation enthusiast whose kitchen resembles a biology lab with ferments of this and that stuffed into cupboards and crocks, I recommend taking a look at a continuous brew kit for your kombucha. These kits ensure that you always have kombucha at the ready.
Where to Get It: You can find it here.
Cost: At $189 – $249.
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