Best Gifts for Home Cooks Under $100
For a practical everyday gift, choose the ThermoPop 2; the food processor or air fryer suits someone who likes kitchen appliances. The tortilla press is the more distinctive pick for a cook who enjoys making things from scratch. Below, each pick includes what reviewers liked, what to watch out for, and the sources we used. Prices are approximate.
1ThermoWorks ThermoPop 2
A practical, easy-to-gift upgrade for someone who enjoys cooking and wants a quick way to check food temperatures.
What reviewers like
- Instant-read thermometer
- Listed at about $39
Watch out for
- Useful mainly for checking temperature, rather than for a broad range of kitchen tasks
2Cosori Air Fryer
A fun kitchen upgrade for a home cook who likes trying convenient ways to prepare meals; it appears in a guide to food gifts under $100.
What reviewers like
- A distinct cooking appliance rather than another hand tool
- Included in Eater’s under-$100 gift guide
Watch out for
- Requires counter or storage space
3KitchenAid 7-Cup Food Processor
A useful gift for someone who enjoys cooking from scratch and would appreciate help with prep work.
What reviewers like
- A dedicated tool for food preparation
- Included in Eater’s under-$100 gift guide
Watch out for
- Takes up storage space
4Ninja Blender
A versatile kitchen-gadget gift for a cook who likes making blended sauces, soups, or drinks.
What reviewers like
- Useful for a range of blending tasks
- Included in Eater’s under-$100 gift guide
Watch out for
- May be less useful if they already have a blender they like
5Verve Culture Tortilla Press Kit
A distinctive gift for a cook who enjoys making food by hand, especially if they like preparing tortillas.
What reviewers like
- A specialized, hands-on cooking tool
- Listed at about $65
Watch out for
- Best suited to someone interested in making tortillas
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