10 Unexpected Holiday Gift Ideas for Your Cook

I love to cook, and I hate to clean up. Cooking and cleaning go hand in hand when you’re a home cook. This list of the 10 unexpected holiday gift ideas for someone who likes to cook is value-priced, functional and any one of them would be a favorite of theirs. My top 2 holiday gifts are the EcoVacs DEEBOT OZMO T8 and the KitchenAid 4 1/2 Quart Ultra Power Stand Mixer. What are your favorites and wish list adds?


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This was the best present I bought myself this year! My DEEBOT is programmed to vacuum and mop my floors at the same time every weekday at 10:30 am, my hubby doesn’t love it as much as me, so if he is home, she can rest. I no longer worry about when I am going to find the time to vacuum or mop my floors after cooking, or when the hubby comes home and walks through the house with his shoes on.

The EcoVacs DEEBOT OZMO T8 is a 2-in-1 Vacuuming and Mopping Robot with Smart Navigation, Multi-Floor Mapping. Compatible with Alexa and has a programmable cleaning feature that I find AMAZING. I simply empty the dust catcher and refill the water tank each evening so she is ready to go the next day. The only thing I need to do is make sure there aren’t any hanging cords on the floor.  The DEEBOT senses anything else and goes around it.

Aside from the convenience and quality of the DEEBOT, the price is much less than other 2-in-1 robot vacuums. The best vacuum I ever owned.

What’s the best present you have bought for yourself? Is this the unexpected gift you love?


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The KitchenAid 4 1/2 Quart Ultra Power Stand Mixer is a PERFECT gift for someone who likes to cook, especially if they don’t have a heavy-duty stand mixer. This stand mixer is lighter than it’s professional model sisters, weighing only 5.5 pounds. You can easily put it away in a cabinet or leave it on a counter, as I do. It is the one appliance I would miss the most if it were gone.

The functionality is phenomenal and extremely versatile. Making anything is much faster using the KitchenAid Mixer 4-1/2-Quart Ultra Power Stand Mixer the motor just powers through anything you can throw at it. I have owned mine for 30 years! I have multiple attachments for it and use it daily.


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The KitchenAid Food Processor 7-Cup Food Processor with Exact Slice System - Contour Silver is a nice addition to any kitchen. Its powerful motor makes shredding, slicing, chopping, and grinding a breeze. I actually just started using a food processor a few years ago, and absolutely love this one. It’s a wonderful addition to any kitchen.


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The KitchenAid Hard-Anodized Induction Nonstick Cookware Pots and Pans Set, 10 Piece, Matte Black was a pleasant surprise when I had the opportunity to cook with it. I was pleased with the weight of the pans. I love the glass lids, and the non-stick surface was a dream to clean. This is an awesome set of cookware and the price just knocks it outta the park!. The best value I have seen for all the pieces you get. You will not be disappointed!


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I have been looking for an all-in-one coffee and espresso machine for years! I owned one about 20 years ago and loved it so much that I burnt it out, after years of abuse. I wanted another one, but couldn’t find it.  As I kept looking, I found many all-in-one coffee and espresso machines that were way too expensive for my wallet.

When I came across the Espressione Stainless Steel Machine Espresso and Coffee Maker, it was a no brainer and I immediately bought it.  Now I have a delicious cup of coffee in the morning, and nice latte in the afternoon, and espresso after dinner. It’s stylish, easy to use, simple to clean, and makes DELICIOUS coffee and espresso. The only thing to take note of is that there is no clock, no programmable settings. I haven’t missed either of them and I don’t think you will either, especially for the price.  A fantastic value for an all-in-one coffee and espresso maker.


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I spent a couple of days with my niece at her apartment, and to be honest, when she asked me if she could make me a cup of coffee one morning, I was hesitant, actually hesitant isn’t the word, frightened is the word. 

I was so used to the most delicious coffee I have ever had at home, I wondered what type of concoction, this pod thing was going to make.  Seriously, I have had disgusting coffee out of many coffee pod makers, I didn’t think this one would be worth the entertainment. 

My niece proved me wrong, way wrong. I was so impressed with the quality of the coffee she made me, I had a second cup, and decided to add it as one of the 10 Holiday Gift Ideas For Someone Who Likes To Cook. 

This is a perfect gift for the coffee pod lover, makes a delicious cup of coffee, and is one of Amazon’s Best Sellers. It’s on SALE, buy it now to have it in time for the holidays.


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My same niece introduced me to her cold brew system. The Cold Brew Mason Jar Coffee maker makes 2 quarts of cold-brewed coffee, has a heavy-duty stainless steel filter, and a flip cap lid for easy pouring. The stainless steel filter keeps all the coarse coffee grounds out of the coffee and is easy to clean, and reusable. With any good quality coffee bean, you can easily make your own Cold Brew at home and the price is a steal.


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This Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker is similar to the one Cold Brew Mason Jar Coffee Maker but is more stylish for those who are trendy. I bought one for myself. The comfort grip handle, durable glass carafe, and removable, reusable mesh filter are all easy to clean. It’s the perfect 6 Cup Size, to make cold brew coffee on Sunday and have it all week long. It’s also dishwasher safe, which puts it at the top of my list. The price is well worth it, helps you save a tremendous amount of money making your own cold brew over buying it from your favorite coffee shop or supermarket. Try it, you’ll LOVE it!


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The Cuisinart Double Belgian Waffle Maker is the second one I have owned. The first one was submerged in water by a friend, which seized it. Easy to clean, wipe it down with a damp cloth, heavy-duty, and simple to use. I love that I can make 2 waffles at a time, it makes having Belgian Waffles on the weekend a breeze. If you love Belgian Waffles you will love this Cuisinart Double Belgian Waffle Maker. A wonderful gift for the home cook, this waffle maker is on sale right now at Amazon. But it today before they’re gone!


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My pizzelle iron broke years ago, and it has taken me a long time to replace it.  I love pizzelles and used to make them all the time, but it is impossible to make them without a pizzelle maker.  This 3 Pizzelle maker makes 3 oval pizzelle 4-5/8 by 2-¾, at a time, which makes cooking up a batch lickety-split. 

 It’s important to have the right tools for any job, and this tool is a strong, dependable addition to your collection. Once you own this beauty, you will make pizzelle cookies all year, bake a batch in the summer and cool them over a bowl to serve ice cream in them. Delish!

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