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Get Cooking With 12 Kitchen Finds On Oprah’s Favorite Things

Gift ideas for everyone on your list, from those who delight in making classic beef bourguignon to those who prefer beautifully plating delivery pizza.

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Shopping for home cooks, no matter their skill level, can be fun, because you know exactly what they like to do. And home chefs appreciate kitchen gifts, because there is always something that needs an upgrade (stiff spatulas, bent whisks, unraveling pot holders), something that could be done better by a new gizmo, or something that will help the expert-in-training improve their technique. There’s no last-minute panicking when buying for these folks.

But it never hurts to make the holidays a little more efficient. That’s why we pulled together this list of kitchen gifts from the Oprah’s Favorite Things list that make life easier, more successful, and even more fun for loved ones whose favorite place is the kitchen. Is their toaster oven down to only two working settings—barely warmed or blackened? We’ve got the best countertop replacement that not only delivers perfectly turned-out toast but also cooks in just about every other way you can think of. We’ve also got a small gift for the chef who has (almost) everything.

Picks like these telegraph to the recipient that you thought about how they like to spend their time and what makes them happy. Best of all, not only will they appeal to foodie friends and busy home cooks—they’ll appeal to your budget, because we’ve got ideas from this year's Favorite Things list at a whole cupboard’s worth of price points, from special splurge to wallet-friendly.

1

Café Couture Oven

Couture Oven
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This compact countertop device, which toasts, air-fries, bakes, dehydrates, and 10 other things, is big enough to roast a chicken!

2

Sweet July Edgewater Collection Coffee Mugs

Edgewater Collection Coffee Mugs
Now 31% Off
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Ayesha Curry, the founder of Sweet July, designed these hand-thrown 16-ounce ceramic mugs that look terrific on an open shelf.

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3

Heller Max 1 25-Piece Dinnerware Set

Max 1 25-Piece Dinnerware Set
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Designed back in 1964 by Lella and Massimo Vignelli, this stackable set looks modern and hip to this day.

4

Popsmith Popcorn Popper

Popcorn Popper
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Something they’re not likely to have already: a bright steel popper, featuring an innovative turning handle that ensures no unpopped kernels.

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5

etúHOME Italian Chef Set

Italian Chef Set
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A two-fer! This substantial two-sided charcuterie board comes with utensils, a pizza cutter, and a mezzaluna (a semi-circular blade)—chop on one side, serve on the other.

6

Khen Wavy Petals Glass Coupes

Wavy Petals Glass Coupes
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What a great price for this set of six Champagne glasses shaped like delicate, blossoming flowers.

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7

Ninja CREAMi Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream Maker

CREAMi Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream Maker
Now 11% Off
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Gelato seems to be having a moment—and this handy device can make that and other frozen treats in three steps.

8

Messermeister Avanta 10-Piece Knife Block Set

Avanta 10-Piece Knife Block Set
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Developed for a culinary school, the knives in this set are sharp, rust-resistant, and well-balanced in the hand. Home chefs of all levels will deeply appreciate them.

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9

The Better Baker Set

The Better Baker Set
Now 20% Off
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Chrissy Teigen’s new collection includes a baking sheet, silicone trays for roasting veggies separately, and covers for storing leftovers easily.

10

GreenPan Nova Ceramic Nonstick 10-Piece Set

Nova Ceramic Nonstick 10-Piece Set
Now 14% Off
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A really nice package, especially for new cooks, these five nonstick pots and pans are PFAS-free and come with lids, a large spoon, and a spatula.

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11

AC BBQ Signature Gift Set

Signature Gift Set
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Actors Anthony Anderson and Cedric the Entertainer share a love of BBQ, which led them to create a line of sauces and rubs that promise to enhance anyone’s grilling.

12

Santa Barbara Design Studio Mashed-Potato Book Box

Mashed-Potato Book Box
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A gift for the perfectionist: a mashed-potato tool set that includes a peeler, masher, and spatula. It delivers perfect spuds every time.

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