Whether the gourmand in your life is a professional chef or a dedicated home cook, our line of cookware is bound to make them happy. Professional-grade, durable, and aesthetically pleasing, our kitchen gifts inspire everyday use and creativity even when they’re under $50.

Williams Food Equipment has made any gift giving experience a swift and enjoyable process.  Our Top 50 Under $50 section has exactly what you need for your favorite cook.  The gift bargains are endless! With prices at $50 and under, you can give multiple gifts so the cook in your life can update their kitchen and start anew. The Paderno 4” Gourmet Burgundy Serrated Paring Knife, normally a great value at $10, is on sale now for only $1.99!  This knife, plus so even more tools and accessories, are available 24/7 online at Williams Food Equipment. Here are 11 of our favorites to get you started.

#1: All-Clad Digital Thermometer.  Now $49.99 from $69.99 for a limited time! 

The All-Clad Digital Thermometer is a no-brainer!  Anyonethat loves to BBQ, bake, or roast anything will love this thermometer.  Ensuring your meats are at the right temperature is paramount. The All-Clad Digital Thermometer allows you to have fun during your party and guarantees that the prime rib or turkey isn’t overcooked.  This thermometer can reach 572℉ and is made from 18/10 stainless steel. 

This durable thermometer is great for large roasts and time-intensive meals.  Gifting this device will bring joy to anyone who loves to cook and hates to overcook.  The All-Clad Digital Thermometer safeguards your holiday dinner.

#2: J.A. Henckels International 6 Piece Steak Knife Set.  On sale for only $29.99!

For less than $5 per knife, this package is rated at 4.7 out of 5 stars. These knives are #3 on our Kitchen Gifts under $50 that every cook needs.  J.A. Henckels is one of the best knife companies in the world.  Stainless steel knives for less than $5 a piece is the greatest gift for someone who likes to host parties.  After making the best prime rib with their All-Clad Digital Thermometer, the party host can provide their guests with beautiful, sleek knives to slice into beautiful cuts of beef. 

#3: Final Touch Caesar Glass Cocktail Set of 4:  $49.99, now $44.99 for a limited time! 

A housewarming party or Canada Day is a great time to give the gift of the Final Touch Caesar Cocktail Set of 4.  These glasses even come with the recipe, if somehow you forgot our National drink! The thick, 15-ounce glass boasts quality from the stem on up.  They are festive and truly Canadian. A great gift for anyone who is a fan of Caesars, Canada, holidays, or just cool looking glasses. 

#4: Fox Run Marble Cheese Slicer:  Was $24.99, now only $19.99!

Who doesn’t love cheese?  Most of us know at least one cheese connoisseur.  When their birthday arrives, let the Fox Run Marble Cheese Slicer arrive as well!  For this price, what a wonderful gift?  The white marble is as elegant as well as practical.  Marble stays cold, allowing the cheese to remain at the correct temperature.  The Fox Run Marble Cheese Slicer comes with two replacement wires and non-slip feet.

Here’s a pro-tip: pair a soft cheese like brie or goat cheese with a hard cheese like manchego or a sharp, white cheddar.  Leaving a fine selection of cut cheeses on our minimalist, slim-framed Fox Run Marble Cheese Slicer makes a lasting impression. You’ll feel great after gifting this great kitchen gift and only spending $20.

#5:  Lodge 12” Pre-Seasoned Cast-Iron Skillet:  $49.99 is a steal right now! Usually $84.99.

This Lodge Cast Iron Skillet will add a touch of artisanal charm to your loved one’s kitchen.  Lodge is one of the best cast iron manufacturers in the world, known for their sturdy craftsmanship.  Sauté, bake, broil, sear, fry and braise anything in this beautiful cast iron pan. It can withstand anything and everything! Plus, it’s super easy to clean.

Not only can you cook in this skillet, but you can present in it as well. Prepare a lovely shakshuka or cobbler and put it out on the table right in the pan for serving.

For $50, gift someone extraordinary a great skillet they can use for years and years.

#6: Danesco Jarkey Frost Can Opener.  On sale from $8.99 down to $6.99.

The Danesco Jarkey Frost Can Opener is the ideal gift of convenience and versatility. Send this can opener to someone special that might have arthritis.  This can opener lifts the edge of jars, releasing the vacuum seal. By doing so, the Danesco Jarkey Frost Can Opener allows those with hand and wrist restrictions to open a jar easily, and without help from others.  At this low price point, feel free to send this gift anytime as a “Thinking of You” gift. 

#7:  Cuisinart Smart Stick Two Speed Hand Blender:  $39.99 For a Limited Time!!

This might be one of the biggest steals for a gift you will find in January 2020.  Stainless steel, 200-watt motor, 2 speeds, dishwasher safe, and a limited 3-year warranty all for under $40!?  Someone who cooks, bakes, or makes drinks will love this Cuisinart hand blender.  This is an excellent birthday gift. With a slim stick design, this hand blender can reach deep into almost any pot, pan, glass, or bowl. 

Blending and emulsifying sauces is crucial for consistency, taste, and texture.  This Cuisinart, instantly creates lush sauces with complexity and depth of flavor.  With its powerful motor, it helps you craft crepe batters, blended yogurt drinks, and more in a snap. 

#8:  AccuSharp Classic Knife and Tool Sharpener:  $19.99, Now Even Lower @ $13.99 Today! 

The AccuSharp Knife & Tool Sharpener is a brilliant concept.  This tool is inexpensive yet highly needed, and utilized in any kitchen or garage.  The AccuSharp Sharpener fits snuggly in either hand.  The full-length guard guarantees no cuts to your fingers while sharpening.  The AccuSharp’s design makes it super easy to use.  Plus, the AccuSharp Classic Knife and Tool Sharpener is a perfect stocking stuffer!

Simply place your knife, scissors, or other blade you wish to sharpen on a table or counter with the blade up.  Hold the knife or scissors with one hand and slide the AccuSharp up and down the blade inside its “V” notch for sharpening.  You will feel how simple it is to sharpen. The tool glides over the blade surface, doing all the work. A few passes, and your knife or scissors will be back to cutting as best they can! A chef’s knife collection is personal, and this gadget helps each knife withstand the test of time.

#9:  Trudeau Maison Seville 12” Pepper Mill:  Only $39.99.  Wait, Today its $29.99!

Stylish and classic, the Trudeau Maison Seville Foot Long Pepper Mill will elevate any dinner table.  The adjustable carbon steel grinder ensures a perfect cut for maximum flavor.  The lovely espresso finish adds even more refinement to the tasteful looks of this pepper mill. 

Pepper is used in a lot of dishes.  Plus, adding pepper to your scrambled eggs is a must!  Purchasing the Trudeau Pepper Mill for a housewarming, birthday, and Christmas gift is a great idea.  Especially now, at less than $30. And remember, you deserve a gift occasionally for yourself.  Everyone needs a new pepper mill to start the new year!

#10:  Vacu Vin Party People 12 Piece Glass Marker:  Only $19.99 usually, Now $18.99.

Who doesn’t have the “party people” house in your group?  A family member, friend, or co-worker you know love to party down!  So, to make sure nobody uses another’s glass, slap a fun, zany character on everyone’s wine glass.  It really gets the party started! The different colors and attitudes of these little characters will be the quickest icebreaker you can create at your party.

Curious, naughty, jolly, devilish, mysterious, veggie, cuddly, cool, deep, honest, macho and sneaky are the names of these fun creatures.  Choose one for your guests’ personality or leave them on the table for them to choose their own character. The Vacu Vin Party People Glass Markers is a great gift to bring to your next party!

#11: Rapid Brands Rapid Ramen Cooker:  Always $17.99, but for a Limited Time, $9.99 is all You Pay! 

We all know who is getting this gift!  The college kid going away to the dorms for the first time.  The Rapid Ramen Cooker is ideal for any kitchen.  But for the college student on a budget, ramen is always a go-to food staple. 

 This Rapid Ramen Cooker comes with two, so your roommate won’t feel left out…This great kitchen gift reduces everything by 50%.  Half the water is needed. Half the seasoning packet is required. This reduces sodium intake! Dishwasher safe, reusable, and less mess than boiling water in a pot makes this Rapid Ramen Cooker the best bet for any and all kitchens.  A quick ramen snack can get ya’ through to the next meal. 

Gift-giving brings joy to all.  These are merely 11 great gifts under $50 that every cook needs.  There is always an occasion to have a nice gift prepared just in case.  Being thoughtful to the home cook in your life will heat up their kitchen with happiness.  Receiving a present feels wonderful!

Here at Williams Food Equipment, we love being part of your gift giving experience.  We take pride and joy knowing that fantastic food is being created with our products.  Take some time this week to write down everyone’s birthdays, anniversaries, or special days. Then, visit our Top 50 Under $50 page to get started on your shopping for the year.

To start shopping today for all the fun gift giving events coming your way in 2020.  We are elated to be part of all your celebrations!

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