2016 Holiday Gift Guide: Kitchen and Food

Three Potato Four Sunshine Letter Board

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Brighten up any mom's kitchen or holiday party with this 10"x10" letter board from Three Potato Four. Not only do we love the fact that they have so many different board options to choose from, but also the company is run by parents Janet Morales and Stu Eli.

To buy: Three Potato Four, $50

Jones Mahogany Cutting Board

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Mom deserves a good cutting board amid the chaos of mealtimes. We love this mahogany block from Jones Cutting Boards. It looks like a piece of art and the wood is naturally moisture-resistant, durable, safer than plastic and super easy to clean. Martin Jones, the crafter behind the family-owned shop, suggests users set the board on its side to dry after washing in order to prevent possible cracking in the wood. If sanitizing is needed, spray or wipe a 1:1 vinegar/water mix and just let sit.

To buy: Jones Cutting Boards, $128+

Love Mae Bamboo Dinner Set

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Love Mae's four-piece bamboo dinner sets are the perfect blend for moms and kids. We especially love this Forest Supper edition—it's both chic and cute, so Mom doesn't have to sacrifice design for function. This quality set includes a plate, bowl, large bowl and tumbler, and it's toxin-free, biodegradable, dishwasher-safe and stain-proof. (Be still, my heart!)

To Buy: Love Mae, $45

Try the World Snack Box

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Mom may be stuck at home with her littles or constantly on the go, but that doesn't mean she can't "try the world." Keep her energized with quality, artisan eats (seriously, their picks are so good!) and save her time with a Try the World snack box subscription delivered to her door. You can choose between a number of snacks from different countries per month at varying prices. Currently, they have a special holiday edition box, so kick off her year of unbelievable snacking with some holiday cheer. Items are sourced directly from their country of origin and the company aims to work with small, family-owned businesses.

To buy: Try the World, price varies

Jessie Steele Mommy and Me Aprons

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Get a matching set of aprons for the mom in your life who loves cooking and her little chef. Jessie Steele's prints are flirty and fun, and bring a burst of happiness into the kitchen. Two of our favorite looks are the teacup Josephine aprons and cherry sundaes Josephine aprons.

To buy: Jessie Steele, adult apron, $32 and child apron, $22

FoodSaver FM5000 Series

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For the practical mom, the FoodSaver FM5000 Series Food Preservation System is a life-changer. The vacuum sealer keeps food fresh up to five times longer than traditional storage methods (goodbye, food waste!) and can help save some serious money (customers report up to $2,700 a year). What we also love is that this FoodSaver is so easy and intuitive. Plus, you can use it on so many different types of food—raw fish, snacks, even that store-bought rotisserie chicken. And hey, Mom might actually be excited about holiday leftovers this year.

To buy: FoodSaver FM5000 Series, $199

Jaf Gifts Copper Cake Stand With Server

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This copper cake stand and server from Jaf Gifts is a great gift for any hardcore baker or host. Whether it's displaying an old-fashioned gingerbread cake or a whisky Christmas cake, Mom's cake will shine at the next holiday party.

To buy: Jaf Gifts, $68

Slant Collections Stemless Wine Glasses

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Mom can celebrate the holidays (and beyond) with these timeless Slant Collections stemless wine glasses from Nordstrom. We love the designs and think it would be great to mix and match.

To buy: Nordstrom, $12

Le Creuset Signature 5-qt. Truffle Everyday Pan

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Crate and Barrel recently released the exclusive Le Creuset Signature 5-qt. Truffle Everyday Pan—and we can't. stop. staring. It's almost too pretty to use! Almost. But really the function and utility is undeniable. Like other Le Creuset products, the everyday pan has amazing heat retention and is great for various types of cooking. It's a serious and welcome (hint, hint) upgrade for moms who continue to bust out those amazing family-size meals. Not to mention, it's dishwasher- and oven-safe.

To buy: Crate and Barrel, $325

Fairweather's Hottie Tottie

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Magic really exists: Fairweather's Hottie Tottie tea packs are not only refreshing drinks for tea lovers but they're also the perfect companion for moms who need a cocktail. Their raspberry pineapple cranberry flavor and green tea lemon honey flavor are great gifts for foodie moms looking for the next "It" drink. If you're feeling adventurous, make her a cocktail basket by gifting her these cases, plus other ingredients she would want to whip together a hot cider or green tea vodka. Cheers!

To buy: Fairweather's Hottie Tottie, Pack of 12, $40