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Monday, December 17, 2012

for the self proclaimed foodie who likes shopping for measuring spoons and knows about every restaurant in town*

*99% of this is off of my own christmas list. hopefully Santa will be kind to me this year!


Beer & Food Calendar



Could there be a better way to keep track of the passing days than with beer & snack combinations? I think not. Especially when they're this beautifully illustrated.


Chemex Coffee Maker


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The cool way to make coffee. Package it with a blend from your favorite local coffee company for the perfect present


Cookbooks


 The Art of French Baking, What Katie Ate, Smitten Kitchen


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All three of these are on my list this year. Two come from my favorite bloggers and one is a classic for every aspiring patissier. With gorgeous photography and delicious recipes, you can't go wrong. Make sure you write a little note on the inside cover so they'll always be reminded of you when they open it. Make it extra special with a pretty apron from Anthropologie.


Monogrammed Forged Steak Brand


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Because there isn't a grill loving man or woman alive who wouldn't want to serve guests personalized steaks during a cookout. Seriously--have you met grill lovers? They mean business.


Pretty Plates


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I am smitten with this dinnerware set from Anthropologie. They would be the perfect way to throw a garden themed dinner party.


Hot Chocolate & Mug Set


Kebaya Mug-2


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Because everyone loves hot chocolate & marshmallows, especially when you can sip it out of a beautiful mug.


At Home Brewery Kit


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Because the pride they will have in their brew will be worth a million bucks.


Foodie Night Out


If the Whole Foods in your town has a Salud Cooking School (or find something similar at places like William Sonoma or local supper clubs) sign you two up for a cooking class or tasting! One of my favorite nights this year was a chocolate and wine tasting at Salud with my roommate--not only is it my ideal date location, but its such a fun way to spend time together and it makes a perfect present for your foodie friend!



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