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14 gift ideas for the aspiring chef on your list

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Aspiring Chef Gift Guide

If you have an aspiring chef in culinary school or a cooking pro on your shopping list, a new kitchen gadget could be their holiday dream.

From a luxury pan set to an affordable set of stylish knives, we rounded up culinary gift ideas at every price point.

Keep scrolling for a gift that will be worthy of a chef's kiss.

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$30 and under

Mainstays Dishwasher-Safe Black Griddle

Price: $19.96 · From Walmart

Expand your culinary horizons and kitchen capabilities when you bring home the Mainstays 20-inch Griddle. This griddle is the ideal selection for cooks who don't have a full cooktop or need additional cooking space. The unit boasts a 20-by-10.5-inch, non-stick cooking surface measuring, giving you plenty of space to grill up all of your family's favorites!

Electric Immersion Blender

price: $29.99 · 21% Savings
From Macy's

Original: $37.99 · Use the code FRIEND for an extra 10% off

Mix, froth, and blend soft foods like veggies and fruits in a flash with Ovente multi-purpose immersion blender. Gone are the days when you have to setup bulky kitchen tools and appliances to froth smoothies and soups.

Cast Iron Garlic Roaster

Price: $25 · From Uncommon Goods

This cast iron roaster turns garlic into an explosion of sweet and savory flavor.

Chef's Precision Leave-In Meat Thermometer

Price: $16.99 · From OXO

The Chef’s Precision line of thermometers offers professional-grade results with at-home ease. The Chef’s Precision Leave-In Meat Thermometer provides accurate measurements (in °F and °C) while meat is being cooked by simply inserting the probe until the shaded area is covered and leaving the probe in the oven.

$50 and under

Le Creuset Cookbook: A Collection Of Recipes From Our French Table

Price: $34.95 · From Sur Lab Table

With more than 80 timeless French recipes, practical cooking techniques and tips about favorite ingredients, every page in this cookbook will make you eager to cook and explore the pleasures of the French table.

Tramontina 6.5 Qt Enameled Round Cast Iron Dutch Oven

Price: $39.98 · From Walmart

Tramontina brings back a true classic with this 6.5 Qt Enameled Round Cast Iron Dutch Oven. This Dutch oven is ideal for preparing slow cooked meals, braising meats, making soups, baking, frying and much more. It goes from oven or stove straight to the table. Its cast iron makeup retains heat to keep foods warm for serving

Classic Wood Salt & Pepper Mill Set - Dark Wood

price: $47.99 · 20% Savings
From OXO

Original: $59.99

The OXO Good Grips Classic Salt & Pepper Grinder Set blends classic elegance and modern design, making the Set ideal for any dining table or kitchen. The knobs are contoured for easy, comfortable grinding and feature color-coded, rotating tabs to adjust grind-size from fine to coarse. The Classic Grinders have a non-corrosive, ceramic grinding mechanism that won't absorb flavors or odors and are made of durable, smooth, one-piece beechwood.

$100 and under

Costway 6 Speed 660W Dough Hook Whisk Beater 6.3Qt Tilt-Head Food Stand Mixer White

price: $99.99 · 56% Savings
From Walmart

Original: $229.99

This high quality stand mixer is worth your choice. One of the best food mixers you can get for its high performance, versatility and price. It is specially designed to whip up cakes, cookies, and creams with ease. This electric stand mixer is perfect for your kitchen.

Emile Henry Smooth Pizza Stone

Price: $55 · From Nordstrom

This smooth ceramic stone ensures your pizza is perfectly cooked, just like in a traditional pizza oven.

Instant Vortex 6-Quart 4-in-1 Air Fryer

Price: $99 · From Walmart

Easy to use, easy to clean, fast, versatile and convenient, make all your fried favorites without the mess and oil. Delicious flavor with the touch of a button.

Bayou Classic Cast Iron Small 3-Piece Skillet Set

Price: $60.99 · From Bed Bath and Beyond

The deluxe Bayou Classic Small Cast Iron 3-Piece Skillet Set features three heavyweight skillets that heat evenly and will not cool down when food is added. Crafted from durable cast iron, these pre-seasoned skillets are ideal for searing and braising.

$300 and under

Cuisinart 14-Cup Custom Food Processor in Brushed Chrome

Price: $249.99 · From Bed Bath and Beyond

Boasting a 14-cup work bowl and stainless steel blades, the Cuisinart Custom 14-Cup Food Processor is ready for any food prepping task. From chopping fruits and veggies, to kneading dough, this powerful processor is an ideal kitchen companion.

OXO Good Grips® 15-Piece Kitchen Tool Set

Price: $104.99 · From Beth Bath and Beyond

The OXO Good Grips 15-Piece Kitchen Tool Set offers an attractive stainless steel utensil holder to keep all your utensils in a handy spot. The elliptical shape fits easily in narrow spaces and holds all your necessary tools.

Non-Stick 10 Piece Cookware Pots and Pans Set

Price: $299.99 · From OXO

The OXO Good Grips Non-Stick 10-Piece Cookware Set is an essential collection of pots and pans that will complete your kitchen whether you’re upgrading your cookware or registering for your first set.