We all know a foodie or two and coming up with something for them might seem like a difficult task. What haven’t they tried before? What if you don’t get them something they think is interesting? Fear not dear friends, with theSceneinTO’s Holiday Gift Guide for Foodies, you’re sure to please the lucky recipient with any of these epicurean delights.
Pusateri’s Wine Enhanced Gift Baskets
Take the guess work out of knowing which wine pairs with what by selecting from a variety of gift baskets from Pusateri’s Fine Foods. Perfect as any Hostess gift or for delivery to clients, there is a wide variety of choice and price points, each with their expertly paired bottle of wine and can be delivered straight to the recipient.
Available at Pusateri’s Fine Foods. Prices vary.
Kitchen Classes from The Healthy Butcher
Perfect for any foodie or home chef, The Healthy Butcher offers unique, very hands-on kitchen classes. In The Art of the Roast, Executive Head Chef Jonathan Abrahams teaches participants how to prep and roast four different roasts. In the Poultry and Nothing But class, learn how to make the most out of a whole chicken while practicing techniques including trussing, butterflying, de-boning and several styles of stuffing. It’s a great way to liven up your poultry routine. For the piscetarian, the Fish Basics class covers selecting, dressing filleting and includes demos of five different cooking methods.
The Healthy Butcher, prices and locations vary.
Gourmet Gift-of-the-Month
The Gift-of-the-Month club isn’t anything new to the market, but AmazingClubs Canada offers a gourmet experience. Perfect for the gourmand in your life, the recipient receives a curated package of rare products from domestic and international artisans. Choose between the 22 different subscriptions, with choices like Chocolate, Beer, Wine and Olive Oil. Certain subscriptions can be customized—for the coffee membership for instance, you can select fresh ground or whole bean. If nothing else, it’s a great way to experience some unique products and they’ll never have to worry about not having goodies for those unannounced drop-ins. Shipping can begin in any month and you have the ability to purchase three, six or twelve month subscriptions.
Available through AmazingClub.ca Prices vary, starting at $32.95 per month.
Carnivore Club Box
For the all-meat-all-the-time people on your list, the Carnivore Club Meat Box should be your go-to gift selection. This gift is a curated selection of charcuterie, containing 4-6 cured meats from a North American artisan. The box itself is handcrafted from American pine, is compact and is perfect for carrying and storing food in the pantry or fridge.
Available through CarnivalClub.co $85
Indoor Searing Grill with Removable Plates
This is the perfect gift for anyone who loves the taste of summer barbecues. The Hamilton Beach Searing Grill will work in any kitchen with high searing temperatures that lock in juices and provide ultimate flavour. We love the fact that it comes with nonstick plates for easy clean ups and unlike other grills, it comes with a window that allows you to watch the food as it cooks, without having to open the lid.
Available on the Hamilton Beach website and many retailers throughout the city. Retails for $99.99
The Wonderful Gift of Fine Wine & Cheese
A wine subscription is a wonderful gift to give to just about anyone who enjoys wine, or wants to learn more about them. The Wine of the Month Club doesn’t have a fancy title, but don’t let that deter you. Obviously the name says it all. With a subscription, two or more different bottles and varieties of wine, from various wineries are delivered with matching artisanal Canadian cheeses. Each shipment also comes with a complete set of tasting notes, reviews and ratings, with a number of food pairing suggestions. All of the wines are tasted and approved by two of Canada’s top wine critics.
Available online at WineoftheMonthClub.ca Prices vary.
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