Simply Recipes 2018 Gift Guide: Top Picks Under $30

Let Simply Recipes help you make gift-giving a breeze this year with our Top Gifts Under $30! Featuring ten stellar gifts chosen by our editorial team, crossing people off your list has never been easier.

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Megan Gordon
Megan Gordon
Megan Gordon
Since 2010, Megan has been active in the food media world. She's a marketer and brand consultant, food writer, culinary teacher, and cookbook author.
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Published November 26, 2018
Megan Gordon

Giving doesn't always have to be a grand gesture; sometimes small and sweet is the way to go. So we've gathered together all of our favorite finds under $30 to help you ring in the season right.

From the coolest reusable coffee cup to our favorite finishing salt, you'll find something here for everyone on your list!

  • Silicone Spoonula

    Beloved by our whole team, this silicone "Spoonula" tackles scraping and scooping with ease. Plus, it stands up to high heat and won't scrape or scratch your cookware.

    Buy it: Silicone Spoonula, $12.95 from GIR

  • Citrus Juicer

    A reliable and sturdy citrus press, this small kitchen gadget makes homemade salad dressings, marinades, baking recipes (and more!) a breeze.

    Buy it: Chef'n FreshForce Citrus Juicer, $14 from Amazon

  • The New Rules of Coffee

    A great book for the coffee novice and aficionado alike, The New Rules of Coffee covers brewing at home, coffee myths, cafe culture and information about coffee production. Add charming illustrations, and this is sure to be a much-loved resource for years to come.

    Buy it: The New Rules of Coffee, by Jordan Michelman, $9.50 from Amazon

  • Jacobsen Co. Honey

    We fell for this small-batch honey producer a few years ago, and often gift jars to our honey-loving friends. The terroir-based honey hails from different neighborhoods around Oregon, all tasting and looking a bit different. We're smitten!

    Buy it: Jacobsen Co Honey, $11

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  • Reusable Food Wraps

    A perfect gift for the eco-conscious friend in your life, these reusable food wraps are washable and compostable and are great for wrapping cheese, fruits, and veggies and bread.

    Buy it: Bee's Wrap Set, $19 from Amazon

  • Travel Cheese Set

    Picnics get an instant upgrade with this travel-ready cheese set and cutting board. Small enough to toss in your work bag for impromptu outdoor gatherings - something we could all use more of!

    Buy it: Toscana Travel Cheese Set, $29 from Amazon

  • Vanilla Salt

    A small gift with a big impact, a finishing salt made with whole and dried vanilla bean and flaky sea salt instantly takes your favorite baked goods up a notch. Elevate brownies, cookies, and cakes - even use on fresh fruit or tomatoes!

    Buy it: Vanilla Salt, $16 from Beanilla

  • Reusable Coffee Cup

    With a reusable cup like this, the coffee fanatic in your life can look stylish AND cut down on waste. Win win!

    Buy it: To-Go Porcelain Tumbler, $16 from William-Sonoma

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  • Seasonal Pie Tea Towels

    A pretty tea towel can really brighten anyone's day in the kitchen, and these seasonal pie designs feature recipes from Simply Recipes by our friends at Wild Ink Press.

    Buy it: Seasonal Pie Tea Towels, $16 from Wild Ink Press

  • Small Teapot and Infuser

    A pretty hostess gift and perfect for the tea lover on your list, this small ceramic teapot boasts a pretty cherry blossom design, stay-cool handle, and extra-fine infusing basket. It steeps 24 ounces with ease, and is sure to brighten any counter or workspace!

    Buy it: Teapot with Infuser, $26 from Williams-Sonoma