The season brings a fresh round of kitchen daydreams and we found the things that match the mood.
From tools to treats to books worth curling up with, it is a handpicked list for anyone who loves good food.
By Wanda Baker and Shelley Boettcher
Another year, another excuse to spoil the food lovers in our lives. The holidays have a way of sneaking up, but there is always time to tuck something delicious, clever or downright indulgent under the tree.
This season we’ve gathered up cookbooks to curl up with, treats worth sharing, kitchen tools that make cooking more fun and a few sips to toast with. These are gifts meant to be used, savoured and maybe even kept for yourself, because the best presents are the ones that bring a little more joy to the table.
Mondays Plant Café Cookbook
The Mondays Plant Café cookbook gathers more than fifty plant-based recipes, from sauces and raw tacos to no-bake desserts and smoothies, offering bright, practical ideas for everyday cooking.
$37 | Mondays Plant Café Cookbook | Canela, Vegan Street, Nan’s Noodle House, Heart’s Choices, Canary
ChirpyPot
Made from sturdy stoneware with a stainless infuser, the ChirpyPot teapot holds forty ounces and pours with a playful chirp available across an array of colours.
$79 | ChirpyPot | Britannia Kitchen & Home
PepperMate Traditional Pepper Mill
The PepperMate Traditional Pepper Mill uses a ceramic grinder that adjusts from fine to coarse and holds plenty of peppercorns. It is sturdy, easy to use and counter friendly.
$63 | PepperMate Traditional Pepper Mill | The Cookbook Co. Cooks
Maple Butter
Organic maple syrup is churned the traditional way to create a smooth, creamy maple butter with pure flavour and remarkable texture ideal for toast, oatmeal or baking projects.
$15 | Maple Butter | Treitz Unlimited in Crossroads Market | 780.246.4881
Toddy Cold Brew System
The Toddy Cold Brew System produces a clean, mellow concentrate ideal for iced or hot coffee. It is easy to use, reliable and built for everyday brewing.
$53 | Toddy Cold Brew System | Eight Ounce Coffee
Master Chocolat
Master Chocolat introduces two holiday versions of its Dubai Pistachio Bar, with Almond Kataifi and Hazelnut Kataifi offering smooth chocolate, nutty flavour and that signature kataifi crunch.
$24 | Dubai Bars | Master Chocolat
Fluicer
The Fluicer delivers efficient citrus pressing with a design that separates juice, pulp and seeds. Ideal for cocktails, fresh spritzers and any recipe that benefits from bright flavour.
$23-$26 | Fluicer | ZEST Kitchenware
Fable Serving Spoons
Fable’s collection spans globally crafted home goods rooted in responsible manufacturing. Varietal wine glasses and refined serving tools showcase the company’s focus on quality, detail and thoughtful design.
$85 | Fable Serving Spoons
Haruyuki Goma Santoku
The Haruyuki Goma Santoku blends machine-forged strength with hand-finished detail for clean, accurate slicing. Reliable, comfortable and low maintenance, it is designed for everyday kitchen tasks.
$185 | Haruyuki Goma Santoku
VinGarde Valise Wine Suitcase
Built for travel, the VinGarde Valise uses adjustable foam inserts and strong hardware to keep wine bottles secure. Three sizes accommodate everything from short trips to long hauls.
$399 and up | VinGarde Valise Wine Suitcase
Shaken & Stirred Cocktail Set
Fifth & Vermouth’s Shaken and Stirred Set provides essential bar tools including a mixing glass, shaker, jigger and strainers, available in four finishes for everyday cocktails.
$124 and up | Shaken & Stirred Cocktail Set
Lotus Four-Slice Precision Toaster
With wide slots, a self centering bread guide and customizable shade settings, the Lotus Four Slice Precision Toaster delivers steady, even results and includes a three year warranty.
$650 at select Best Buy locations or lotuscooking.com | Lotus Four-Slice Precision Toaster
Crave Cookbook
Crave Cupcakes gathers its favourites in a polished cookbook featuring cakes, cookies, loaves and buttercream, supported by straightforward instructions and helpful guidance for bakers at any level.
$45 | Crave Cookbook | Crave Cupcakes, The Cookbook Co. Cooks
Butter Churn
This hand-cranked churn turns cream into fresh butter in minutes, offering full control over texture and flavour. A simple glass and steel design makes the process smooth and satisfying.
$49 | Butter Churn | Lee Valley Tools
The Garlic Companion
The Garlic Companion brings together recipes, preservation tips, crafts and growing advice, offering a thorough, approachable guide to using garlic in everyday cooking and seasonal kitchen projects.
$34 | The Garlic Companion | Pages, The Cookbook Co. Cooks, Indigo
Thermomix
The Thermomix is a brilliant, multifunctional kitchen appliance used for everything from weighing and kneading to sous-vide and steaming. Access 100,000+ guided recipes via Wi-Fi for chef-worthy results — perfect for busy, small kitchens.
$2,299 | Thermomix TM7
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