Guest Picks: Holiday Gifts for the Cooking Enthusiast

I reside in Syracuse, NY where I call a 1929 bungalow home. By day, I keep company with a gaggle of loveable pups and work as a blogger (http://www.thesweetestoccasion.com/) and event designer (http://www.sweetoccasionsstudio.com/). I'm obsessed with stripes, letterpress, good coffee, travel, design, and the perfect Stoli and tonic.
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As an avid cook, I love great gifts that make time in the kitchen more fun. These finds are perfect for the cooking enthusiast in your life, and they are all $50 or under!

— Cyd from The Sweetest Occasion
contemporary coffee makers and tea kettles by Wayfair
by Wayfair »
Bodum Chambord 3 Cup French Press Coffeemaker in Gold - $49.95 »
I love the shiny gold finish of this French press. It's so chic. Plus, coffee just tastes so much better when it's made press style.
modern kitchen tools by Williams-Sonoma
Epicurean Pizza Cutter - $19.95 »
This is, hands down, the best way to slice up homemade pizza. Every cook needs one of these pizza cutters.
kitchen tools by Bed Bath and Beyond
Kikkerland Magnetic Retro Kitchen Timers - $14.99 »
With fun retro appeal, the powder blue finish of this kitchen timer is lovely. Plus, the clock is magnetic, so it will stick conveniently to the stove or refrigerator.
eclectic kitchen tools by West Elm
Owl Measuring Cups - $19.00 »
I have been crushing on these owl measuring cups for months. Plus, they're cute enough to look great on a shelf when not in use.
modern food containers and storage by Williams-Sonoma
Maple Salt Box - $19.95 »
A pretty maple salt box is the perfect countertop accessory for keeping sea salt or herbs within easy reach.
modern kitchen tools by Anthropologie
Kitchen Magic Twisty Whisk - $8.00 »
Super stylish and practical, the wires of this whisk are coated in silicone to prevent damage to good pots and pans. No cook can live without one!
modern kitchen tools by Williams-Sonoma
Red Lobster Crackers - $9.00 »
If your cooking enthusiast loves shellfish as much as I do, great lobster crackers are a gift that will be used time and again.
modern bath and spa accessories by Anthropologie
Pure & Good Hand Soap - $13.20 »
A pretty hand soap dispenser adds charm to the kitchen, and it's a practical gift for the avid cook. I love the vintage-inspired style of this bottle.
traditional kitchen tools by Terrain
by Terrain »
Porcelain Measuring Jug - $28.00 »
This porcelain measuring jug is about as pretty as it gets. Plus, good measuring cups are a kitchen staple.
traditional kitchen tools by Terrain
by Terrain »
Popcorn Popper - $35.00 »
For the tastiest popcorn, skip the microwave bags and get back to the stovetop. As a bonus, this popper can also be used over a campfire or fireplace.
modern books by Amazon
by Amazon »
Home Made - $26.40 »
This cookbook is all about homemade, from-scratch recipes. Bonus: it's pretty enough to leave out, and it adds a little color to the kitchen.
modern kitchen products by Terrain
by Terrain »
Black Hawaiian Sea Salt - $12.00 »
Add a little flavor to your cook's life with fun sea salts or peppercorns. They'll have fun experimenting with new flavor combinations.
eclectic kitchen tools by West Elm
Sea Measuring Spoons - $14.00 »
Of course, every cook needs beautiful measuring spoons. These stoneware spoons come in an absolutely lovely aqua finish.
traditional food containers and storage by Terrain
by Terrain »
19.6 oz. Weck Jar Set - $24.00 »
For homemade salsas or jams, classic canning jars with a sleek, vintage style are a perfect gift.
traditional food containers and storage by Williams-Sonoma
Glass Prep Bowls, Set of 8 - $24.95 »
Glass prep bowls are perfect for cooking and baking. A range of sizes hold everything from eggs to herbs to salt and citrus zest.
modern kitchen tools by Crate&Barrel
OXO® Stainless and Nylon Tongs - $11.95 »
No cook can have too many pairs of tongs. Tipped in heat-resistant silicone, these are a super functional everyday staple.
traditional kitchen tools by West Elm
Sheesham Mortar And Pestle - $24.00 »
A mortar and pestle is a classic kitchen essential. The lovely wood grain of this one makes it as lovely as a decorative object as it is handy for crushing herbs or making pesto.
modern waste baskets by Crate&Barrel
1 Gallon Compost Pail - $39.95 »
Every cook will love a pretty compost pail tucked in on the counter to keep wastes to a minimum.
traditional knives and chopping boards by West Elm
Olive Wood Paddle Boards - $19.00 »
Functional for both prepping and serving, these stunning olive wood boards can also be personalized for just a few extra dollars.
traditional kitchen tools by Crate&Barrel
Vegetable Steamer - $9.95 »
Not just for vegetables, this steamer basket is also perfect for things like dumplings and pierogies.

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