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 Foodie Favorites & Gourmet Food Gifts
1) Pickle Making Kit
FarmSteady: Pickle Making Kit
2) Handcrafted Caramel Box
Made in the USA: Boston, Massachusetts Features nine flavors: Dark roasted mocha, ginger fusion, rosemary truffle sea salt, single malt scotch, black lava sea salt, tapped maple, cape cod sea salt, classic vanilla, and deep chocolate Great for gatherings, tasting parties, or as a gift Biodegradable packaging
3) Home Pickling Kit
DIY pickles are easy (and oh-so tasty) with the jarred pickling kit from Curio Spice Co. A Moroccan blend and Madagascar blend and recipes are included to pickle veggies with globally-inspired flavors. The spices are directly sourced from farms and growers to ensure freshness and purity. Includes enough spices to make four jars-worth, and recipes to get you started.
4) Spice Gallery Gift Set
Take dishes up a flavorful notch with an artisanal spice gift set. Essentials like sea salt and chilli flakes sit alongside out-of-the-ordinary spice blends (ever try lemon peel, sage, and bee pollen?). It’s all directly sourced from growers and farms to ensure purity and freshness, and the blends are unique to Curio Spice Co. A tea towel and handy recipe cards round out this perfectly giftable set.
5) Congratulations Cocktail Making Card Set
Happy Cooking Cards: Congratulations - Pina Colada
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