To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at St. Charles Times asked our friends at The Grommet for their latest and greatest practical gift suggestions for 2021.
These guides are geared towards specific interests. You’ll be able to find something for even the toughest person on your Christmas shopping list.
Top 5 Cooking Gifts
1) 9" Chef's Pan

Black Cube gives you the best of both worlds in one pan: Stainless steel and non-stick coating
2) Seven Piece Bamboo Nesting Bowls

Bamboozle Home: Seven Piece Bamboo Nesting Bowls - Pastel
3) End Grain Double Cheese Board

Serve to impress. From log to glossy, end grain cheese board—it’s all harvested and assembled locally in a small Nova Scotia mill. They cut the Larch wood to expose its intricate patterns and gradients. But besides the aesthetic benefits, the flexible end grain will self-cleanse and self-heal after you cut. It even has rubber feet to prevent moisture from getting trapped. With proper care and seasoning, this heirloom cutting board will last you a lifetime.
4) Seasoned Herbal Salt Blend Jar Set

The seasoned herbal salt set features Sel Magique's signature blends in a wooden gift box. All of their products are sustainably produced, hand-harvested, and batch-blended. The naturally high mineral content makes these salts incredibly flavorful in small amounts. Use on vegetables, meats, salads and more.
5) Goat's Milk Caramel Duo - Pick Two

Traditional Cajeta made in Vermont. All natural and available in four flavors: Original, Cinnamon, Coffee Bean and Vanilla Bean. Sold individually or gift boxed. Cinnamon Caramel