Carolyns Kitchen Gift Ideas

This Best of Mickey Mouse Apron is definitely not short on style! Inspired by Mickey Mouse's famous shorts, this Mickey apron makes the perfect gift for a Disney-lover looking to add a pinch of fun into the kitchen!

This unusual bowl is made of resin and marble. We love its unique design, which was cast from ripe bananas, and its glossy finish that looks beautiful with or without fruit. Perfect for the homeowner looking to bring a 'wow'factor to their kitchen or dining room table.

This handy timer is made of PET plastic. We love that it sets easily by turning the outside edge, and that after the timer goes off, it keeps track of how much time has passed. Perfect for the home cook to use when their oven timer is already being used for something else.

This sensitive kitchen scale is made to weight dry and wet ingredients with amazing accuracy. We love that it comes in 12 colors to complement any space, and its automatic shut-off, which extends the life of the battery. Perfect for the home cook who finds themselves guessing at the weight of ingredients when following recipes.

This amazing book is made to bring a taste of Spain into every American kitchen. We love that it boasts 100 full-color pictures, and the recipes, which are easy to incorporate into a busy lifestyle. Perfect for the home cook who wants to add new meals to the menu that their family will love.

This tech-savvy table top oven is packed with features to deliver quality convection cooking. We love its roomy non-stick interior and selection of pans and racks. Perfect for the home kitchen where cooks appreciate some of the thinking done for them.

This stylish stick blender is finished in brushed stainless steel with black accents, for the ultra-modern look. We love the powerful whisk and chop attachments, and its lightweight, ergonomic design. Perfect for discerning cooks who like their kitchen gadgets to look good as well as perform.

This innovative vacuum-seal appliance is made to allow you to cook like a top chef by maintaining a constant temperature during preparation. We love that the outside stays surprisingly cool during operation, and that it comes with an array of seasoning sheets and bags to get you started. Perfect for the home chef who wants to try some of the advanced recipes of the pros.

This revolutionary juicer is made to provide more nutrition by juicing significantly slower and more efficiently. We love its dual-stage extraction, and its self-cleaning screen holder, which allows you to switch between different items without tearing it apart to clean. Perfect for the health-conscious individual who wants to feed their body the highest level of nutrients possible.

This thoughtful stand and wand is made to give you access to your tablet in the kitchen, even when your fingers are a little messy. We love its non-slip rubber base, and its magnetic-tipped stylus that ensures the highest level of accuracy. Perfect for the home chef to use when referencing recipes online while they are cooking.

This handsome heart-shaped waffle maker is a high design kitchen appliance with a simple function. We love the four different baking levels from soft to crispy and its space saving upright storage. Perfect for kitchen gadget collectors who want to dish up waffles with a side order of love.

This shiny stainless steel kitchen towel unit is a no-touch dispenser that uses LED sensors for enhanced hygiene. We love its easy loading and economical cutting lengths. Perfect for the germ conscious mum looking for simple time saving devices but with an eye on the environment.

This coveted guide to grilling is the ultimate companion for novices through to professional BBQ enthusiasts. We love its casual approach to trying new ingredients and its enthusiastic motivation to grilling everything including dessert. Perfect for the BBQ King or Queen who wants a comprehensive handbook when grilling for breakfast, lunch or supper.

This fascinating gastronomic journey from way back when, is a collaboration between the writer's great grandmother's culinary secrets and treasures, updated with her own modern twist. We love its practical culinary tips and its celebration of nostalgic cooking. Perfect for any cooking enthusiast who wants to marry traditional cooking and modern shortcuts when preparing and serving food.

This brilliant brewing book is a bijou collection of beer recipes designed for small batches. We love the attention paid to the craft of artisan brewing and the tips of pairing beers with food. Perfect for the home brewer who wants more from beer making than a general retail kit can provide.

This delightful guide to the art of quick and easy Bundt cakes is brought to you in a collection from Christie Matheson. We love its no-nonsense approach to baking for the busy kitchen and its encouragement of embracing the retro shapes. Perfect for the busy working professional who still likes to pop out the perfect Bundt when serving cake and tea to guests.

This delicious book is a collection of cookie recipes from a whole host of celebrity chefs from New York. We love the inclusion of once closely-guarded and innovative signature recipes, alongside cookies from all over the globe. Perfect for any baker looking to capture the essence of New York cookies in their own kitchen.

This interesting collection is a journey through a year's recipes. We love that the author, London chef Skye Gyngell, focusses on fresh seasonal ingredients, and the recipes are beautifully photographed. Perfect for the home cook who wants to use seasonal produce when at its best.

This heavy duty espresso machine works exclusively with iily.s iperEspressor capsules to produce a fine espresso all the time. Designed with an all metal body this machine offers the ease of one touch brewing. An essential appliance for the avid espresso drinker, this machine makes authentic Italian espresso to be enjoyed at your leisure.

This state-of-the-art ice cream maker is a fully automatic soft serve maker. We love its rapid production time and its easy cleaning parts. Perfect for ice cream fans for those times when you just want something special.

This trendy solid Maple wood cutting board is a versatile addition to any kitchen. We love its dual hand grips for easy handling and its reversible sides. Perfect for modern cooks who wants to add a functional feature to their kitchen when looking for a versatile, but classic version of the age old cutting board.

This timeless cast iron enamel skillet is a must have staple for every kitchen. We love its excellent heat retention ability and its versatile stove to oven use. Perfect for any experienced cook that needs a reliable skillet pan when cooking on low heat.

This solid classic braiser is made from cast iron with a hard coating of enamel. We love its even heat distribution and its easy cleaning properties. Perfect for the home chef who is looking for a versatile and classy piece of cookware when looking to update their kitchen ware.

This timeless saucier is made from solid cast iron with a gleaming enamel finish. We love its sleek Italian design, and its ability to distribute heat evenly. Perfect addition for any sauce aficionado looking for a versatile, hardworking saucier that will stand the test of time.

This trendy routed wave designed John Boos cutting board is made from the very best maple. We love its juice groove with spout and its versatile surfaces. Perfect for any home entertainer who wants the very best when looking for the ultimate carving board.

This classic multi-functional Cuisinart Chefs pot is made entirely from stainless steel. We love its easy versatility between stove top and oven and its stay cool riveted handles. Perfect as a staple for any home when looking for the perfect kitchen basic cookware that will last a lifetime.

This excellent waffle machine is made of a coated plate and stainless steel casing. We love its eye-catching design that provides the sweet snacks on a stick and additional features including pilot lights* thermostat and digital timer. Perfect for the waffle loves who likes to cook unconventional and appetizing snacks.

This perfectly designed storage box is a safe way to store multiple knives. It comes fitted with a stainless steel top and its main box housing dimensions are 102 x 412 x 700mm. This is a great way to minimize knife dulling and is the perfect gift for the avid cook. Its stylish design also makes for a great kitchen countertop item.

This handcrafted popper is made in the U.S.A. Its design allows for traditional popping over an open fire, fireplace, or stove top. This is perfect for the traditional corn enthusiasts, and anyone who loves to enjoy freshly popped popcorn. Whether you.re enjoying by campfire or by your own fireplace, this popcorn popper is great way to experience how popcorn was enjoyed nearly 200 years ago.

This no-fuss towel rail is made from shiny chrome. We love its 24 inch length and its simple design. Perfect for lovers of uncluttered contemporary style that fits any modern bathroom or kitchen.

This contemporary chrome waste paper bin is made from stainless steel and faux leather with a classy finish. We love its convenient pedal and its masculine lines. Perfect for anybody looking for a quietly masculine influence when choosing a waste bin for their home or office.

This all-in-one breakfast maker allows for easy use while saving time on making breakfast. This appliance is a 3-in-1 machine that functions as a toaster, egg cooker, and meat warmer. This appliance is great for the tech junkie or breakfast meal lover looking to get more than warm bread out of their toaster.

This exceptional cookware set includes all of the most useful cooking equipment. We love its saute pan that can perform many of the functions of a skillet with deep sides for extra capacity. Perfect for the new cook or kitchen* who needs all the right tools.

This unique coffee mug set is made as a collector.s edition. We love the artwork on them and the wooden box they come in, making this a great gift idea for anyone on your list. Perfect for the coffee drinker who is a fan of Stumptown Coffee.

This tech-savvy toaster contains a LCD screen that is very easy to use. With 8 different toasting settings, this Krups digital toaster also comes with a very wide slot measuring 1 ¼. to allow for different types of breads. A great addition for any modern kitchen, the Krups digital toaster puts the fun back in to making fresh toast.

This limited edition portrait offers a creative twist to the idea of brainstorming. Created by the artist Daniel Harowitz, the portrait is entitled Brainstorm and is available in three different sizes. A perfect gift for the eccentric decorator, this portrait offers quirky take of the human process of thinking.

This motorized toaster is composed of lift & lower feature that can move items down or up with one light touch. We love its compact design that protects against fingerprints as well as LED shade indicators counting down toasting time* and a one-sided bagel control. Perfect for the toast enthusiast who seeks comfortable and modern kitchen appliances.

This exciting popcorn popper is made to make popping easy. We love its nonslip feet and its lid, which doubles as a serving bowl. Perfect for the soccer mom or dad who often has their kid.s whole team over before game day.

This helpful pasta maker is designed to help anyone make fresh homemade pasta. We love its spacious mixing chamber that can hold tools, and that it comes with eight pasta discs to make a variety of specialty shaped noodles. Perfect for the home chef who loves to cook with the freshest ingredients.

This ice tea maker is composed of a reusable stainless-steel filter that works with both bagged and loose tea. We love its brew-strength selector* removable sweetener chamber* 2-34-quart plastic pitcher* auto shut-off and drip tray for quick cleanup. Perfect for the tea lover who delights in the exquisite flavour of brewed iced tea.

This unique snack maker is made to allow you to cook mouth-watering snacks in lightning fast speed. We love its convenient cord storage, and its nonstick coating, which is helpful for those a little less gifted in the cooking department. Perfect for a busy parent who often needs to make snacks for half the neighborhood kids unexpectedly.

This countertop juicing machine is a 850-watt unit that features an extra-wide 3-inch feeder chute. We love its ingenious dual-speed motor and powerful stainless-steel cutting disc that quickly extract the juices from both soft fruit and hard vegetables. Perfect for the healthy nutrition enthusiast who seeks ergonomic and effective kitchen appliances.

This innovative mixed drink maker is designed to create mouthwatering beverages, even if you've never made a beverage in your life. We love its .I Feel Lucky. button that picks a drink for you, and that its loaded with 48 recipe options. Perfect for the person who loves to entertain, but wants to offer their guests something a little more special.

This unique teastick is made of stainless steel with food-safe plastic insert. We love its sleek & unique brewer device equipped with the holes in the stick that enables the tea to steep perfectly. Perfect for the tea lover who seeks taste that will surprise the taste buds.

This genuine pyramid toaster is handcrafted in the U.S.A. with a lifetime guarantee. We love its ergonomic shape and ability to be used over campfire logs, an open fire, or in an old fashioned wood stove. Perfect for the toast lover who wants to enjoy the taste of golden brown bread in different locations.

This groovy spatula set keeps all your essential utensils in one easy place. We love its compact, two-part storage block that opens for easy cleaning and its spatula attachment that easy snaps into the handle and releases with a click of a button. Perfect for the all day cook who needs utensils close by!

This sleek kitchen grater is the perfect way to shred. We love its four interchangeable stainless steel grater plates and its three positions: folded up for compact storage, arms together for hand-held grating, and arms out at 180 degrees for grating over a bowl or dish. Perfect for the cheese lover who really wants a finely-grated cheese!

This tremendous BBQ tray is a neat way to eliminate extra trips between your kitchen and grill. We love its 3 containers to keep raw and cooked food separated and its condiment caddy that easily holds paper towel roll and seasonings. Perfect for the backyard chef who wants to make fewer trips inside and spend more time by the fire!

This amazing espresso machine is 1100-watts with a stainless-steel boiler and 15-bar pump. We love its Pannarello steam wand and its chrome-plated brass brew group and portafilter that provide excellent temperature stability. Perfect for the late sleeper who needs a quick pick-me-up without the coffee house price!

This unbelievable espresso machine is constructed with a stainless steel lined brewing boiler and additional steaming boiler. We love its 60-ounce water reservoir and its built-in conical burr grinder. Perfect for the coffee connoisseur who wants a machine that can handle a crowd!

This whimsical waffle maker is a fun way to eat breakfast. We love its 7" waffle in the shape of Mickey Mouse and its nonstick coating for easy clean-up. Perfect for the finicky child to end the breakfast battle!

"This overflowing gift basket of handmade candy includes a sweet combo of bars, caramels and Lollipops and more. We're partial to the PB

"Written by Michelin-starred chef Paul Virant this is book uncovers to the secrets of professional food"preservation". We've had success with the pickling techinques and plan to try fruit jams next. Perfect for the passionate chef in your life looking to master a fun new technique!"

This satisfying cookbook contains 100 inventive vegetarian soup recipes. We love its straightforward approach and its substantial one-bowl meals section. Perfect for the frustrated cook and animal-lover who needs a new collection of recipes!

This innovative strainer is a very handy kitchen accessory. We love its ergonomic shape and unique fresh produce bath that cleans the dust and drains off the dirty water. Perfect for the modern homemaker who prefers convenient kitchen appliances.

This stainless steel grinder is a reliable unit that will provide you with the efficiency of commercial grinders in your kitchen. We love its numerous improvements including easy moving function and permanently lubricated motor. Perfect for the innovative housekeeper who takes delight in meat menu.

This brilliant cookbook is an excellent guide to delicious raw dishes on a daily basis. We love its 100 fun and festive recipes for a potluck and delicious dishes for picky eaters. Perfect for a sociable host who likes to share mouth-watering raw meals on delightful gatherings.

These animal magnets come in a set of seven. We love the cute backsides of these playful creatures and the wide range of characters for the fridge. Perfect to display in a funky kitchen, on a refrigerator with attitude!

These tea towels feature utensils & cutlery drawn screen printed onto the washable lint-free cotton. We love the artistic print and we're astounded by the durability--they maintain quality with every wash. Perfect for the queen of the kitchen that wants to add something unique to her towel rack.

This world time clock is shaped as a 12-sided polygon, and each side displays the names of two major cities. We love how easy it is to check the time in all 24 global time zones, plus it's the perfect size to display in an office or kitchen. Perfect for someone who is both traditional and global, who doesn't want to rely on the iPhone for global time keeping!

Over 80 years of craftsmanship goes into every piece of enamel cookware you see featured here. We love that the combination of porcelain fused with tough heavy-gauge steel provides you with the ideal baking tools. Perfect for the cook that is looking for the highest quality, most durable products for his or her kitchen!

Art meets function with this decorative knife holder from Reykjavik Corner Store. Made from solid oak with a flair for the Icelandic, we love how this decorative piece not only provides magnetic holding for kitchen utensils but also adds a decorative touch to any modern kitchen. A great gift idea for the kitchen aficionado looking to sharpen up!

This high-grade mortar and pestle set is made of oak and carrara marble. We highly recommend this as an alternative to a food processor, because with minimal friction, aromas don't burn off in grinding as they do in a processor. Perfect for the natural cook who worries about a machine degrading the quality of ingredients!

This knife set and holder is both functional and cathartic. Each knife is well designed with heavy-gauge stainless steel, a razor-sharp precision cutting blade and an ergonomically designed comfortable handle. Plus the red figurine not only stores the knives effectively, but it's also pretty entertaining to look at. Perfect for the guy who spends SOME in the kitchen and ALWAYS wants it to be fun!

This 3kg mechanical scale is made of stainless steel. We love that it offers dual features with a precise scale that doubles as a clock on the backside. Perfect for the person who lives in the kitchen and likes to be surrounded by unique but functional products.

Not your average stainless steel skillet, this highly advanced and revolutionary new skillet from Admetior features a built in removable digital thermometer guaranteeing perfect temperatures for every dish. We love the easy to read display that not only tells you the temp in the pan, but�also the recommended temperature for almost anything you'd ever need to cook. How's that for easy?� Sure to be a hit with gourmet cooks always wanting the perfect temp!

This hanging timer has the signature look of Legnoart, highly designed and stylized. We love that the mechanical, semi-transparent green kitchen timer comes complete with a necklace for easy hanging in your kitchen while you cook. Perfect for the meticulous cook who needs her timer close by at all times.

This modern teapot features a stainless steel top and strainer. We love its minimalist design and convenient size (20oz). Perfect for the tea-lover who doesn't want to be weighed down by a ceramic teapot!

This retro apron sports ruffled sleeves and a pocket lined in white eyelet. We love the colorful cupcake design, which is reminiscent of another era. Perfect for the proud baker who likes to look vintage and/or feminine in the kitchen.

These dish gloves have a vintage look. We love the white glove contrasted with the yellow polka dot frill and striped black cuff. Perfect for anyone who wants to wash dishes in style.

This apron is the epitome of kitchen style. We love its black striped body and bold red polka dot finish. Perfect for the woman who doesn't want to be in the kitchen unless she looks good!

This untensil set includes 6 multi-colored utensils and a rotating stand. We love the innovative weighted handle that protects the utensil heads from touching surfaces. A perfect addition to any imaginative kitchen!

This six piece set includes key kitchen essentials that are designed for convenience. We love the square colander which has an easy-to-carry handle and is designed to fit into any sink, and we're head over heels for the chopping board that folds to allow easy pouring of chopped ingredients into the pan. Perfect for anyone looking to quickly stock the kitchen with tools that will make cooking much easier.

These modern tea towels offer color and class to the dish cleaning process. We love the words "dry", "wash" and "clean", printed in a cool, colorful font. Perfect for the obsessive kitchen accessorizer!

This funky drying rack is made from glossy polypropylene. We love its bold design and color scheme, available in 4 colors that range from translucent to lime green. This drying rack would make a great addition to the creative and quirky kitchen.

This glass gravy fat separator takes care of the fat. With a two cup capacity it is safe and dishwasher friendly. Perfect for the chef who doesn't like cooking with plastics.

This quirky salt holder is made of super white porcelain. We love its unique story. Its name is a reference to oldtime scots and brits, who used to use the word 'pig' to refer to a pot or jar. Perfect for the kitchen obsessed, who doesn't want her storage to be boring.

This distinctive melamine mixing bowl has a textured exterior and easy pour spout. We love its size, ideal for mixing and storing cake batter, pancakes, crepes and waffles. Durable and stain-resistant, this mixing bowl is perfect for the dedicated baker who needs a reliable partner!

This unique kitchen timer shows time through a pie display. We can't get enough of its bold color and love that you can see the time count down from across the room. Perfect for the stylish cook who needs to multi-task!

This gorgeous rolling pin is made of pure marble. We love its simultaneous smoothness and power, and its wood stand is an added bonus for convenient storage. Perfect for the sophisticated baker who likes everything in the kitchen to be beautiful.

This beautifully designed glass honey dispenser is a great alternative to those pudgy plastic honey bears. We love the way it releases a thin drizzle of honey into tea, steamed milk or on top of toast, hot cereal, or pancakes. It is composed of a stainless-steel lid, a glass honey container, and a glass stand. Perfect for good healthy breakfasts!

Exciting and flashy, the LED lighting board from Flashing Boards is a great way to add creativity to your next flashy business promotion. We love the extremely generous size of the abrasion resistant writing surface, which is illuminated by 7 different colored lights that change automatically, providing unlimited creative choices for almost any occasion. Durable, energy efficient and eco friendly, this is sure to be a winner for the business savvy promoter looking to light up the next big sale!

Do you know someone looking to create extravagant new dishes the way professional chefs do? If so, the Vitamix 1363 Blender is the perfect gift! Like no other kitchen appliance available on the market today, we love how this multi-tasking appliance easily handles the work of many appliances so you can blend, puree, chop, juice, grind and more, all in this one versatile machine! And it even comes with an exclusive new recipe book, "Recipes and Techniques from the CIA Master Chefs" which�features more

The simple iconic and stunning design of the DeLonghi Kmix Coffee Maker will make a bold statement in any kitchen decor. Made of the highest quality materials, and manufactured with expert craftsmanship, this beautiful coffee maker will be in your kitchen for years to come. We really like all the great features like its 5-cup capacity, simple on/off switch, integrated cup warmer, and are even more impressed with the 8 different color design options making it a perfect fit for any kitchen. Truly a must for t

You gotta love this high-style honing from the experts at Wusthof. Hand-held, with diamond and ceramic sharpening wheels, we love how this sharpener�elegantly�handles all varieties of blades, left or right-handed scissors, and even gives you the option of�coarse or fine sharpening. An absolutely sharp choice for the Benihana wannabe looking to get an edge in the kitchen!

If you're looking to get precise while cutting out measurements, then check out this awesome kitchen cutting board from Fred and Friends. Made from only the finest of beech wood, we love the large size of the cutting board surface and even more how it clearly spells out measurements with the finest of detail. Ideal for the culinary guru needing to cut between the lines!

Cutting and Cleaning has never been so easy! Progressive International's Counter Edge Cutting Board with integrated removable bin collects food and scraps and collapses for easy storage. Talk about a one stop shop. You may want this for the aspiring Chef in your life.

Voted best new consumer product of 2009/2010 by the Specialty Coffee Association of America, we are more than impressed with how The Mypressi Twist Handheld Espresso Maker delivers a perfectly smooth espresso extraction with a clean and clear taste. It easily creates the espresso base for drinks and desserts, from cappuccinos and Lattes to affogatos and martinis, and more! It is the must-have espresso maker for those seeking truly delicious coffee, anytime, anyplace!

Looking for a taste of Italy? This 14-inch stainless steel pizza Chopper is true to its name and consists of family-sized Saute Pans, specialty risotto and panini pans, pizza stones and more... So if your looking for an authentic pizza night in Italy, this is it!

Heathware on your table and on your tea towels! Hand drawn by Heather Moore and inspired by multi bulb single stem vases, these authentic hand made towels are perfect for the nature lover at High Tea Time !

Stamp those cookies HOME MADE! Imagine the smiles of delight on the faces of anyone away from home, when they open that box.

This creative chandelier is made with old French kitchen utensils and spoons. We love its matte ash grey paint finish, and that it can be used with any standard size ceiling light fitting. Perfect for the homeowner who wants to add an interesting focal point to their kitchen.

This smart wine stopper is made of stainless steel and rubber. We love its simplistic design and day and month display that helps you keep track of when you opened the bottle. Perfect for the occasional wine drinker who tends to keep bottles around longer than a few days.

This timer is also a fridge magnet. We love that it looks like the lock of a safe and can add some humor to the kitchen. Perfect for the quirky cook!

This nationally recognized book is made to offer recipes that anyone can have success with. We love that it.s written by Griffith and Cheryl Day, two self-taught bakers, and that the book is more than just recipes, as it shares a lot of great memories that stay with you. Perfect for anyone who enjoys a good laugh and a great recipe.

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This elegant pasta pan is made from white enamel with a maple knob. We love the fitted stainless steel strainer and the classic look. Perfect for the vintage kitchen, or the modern one.

This classic kettle has a white enamel exterior and a dark blue interior. We love the wooden knobs and handles. Perfect for a sophisticated kitchen.

This handmade cutting board was made in the USA from the finest sycamore wood, leather, and food-safe milk paint. We adore the fun color blocking. Perfect addition to any kitchen that embraces color.