Great Gift Ideas for the Family Chef

Isn't it great when family members have interest and hobbies that just scream gift ideas? If there's a chef in your family, there are tons of gifts out there that seem to have his or her name written all over them. But, they're probably tired of getting chef's hats and aprons. Check out this list of gourmet gifts for the family chef that will be sure to wow the culinary artist in your family.

Olive Oil of the Month Club
Olive Oil is a staple ingredient for any serious chef. And most chef's only have access to what is available at their local grocery store. But thanks to you, they will get to enjoy a new flavor every month. The Olive Oil of the Month club specializes in gourmet and difficult to find olive oils that are well suited for salads, cooking and dipping and come from the world's most renowned olive growing regions including Italy, Greece, Spain, France, and California. They come in 3 ($74.99), 6 ($148.99), 9 ($222.99) and 12 (296.99) month options. Shipping is included in the price, and there are no contracts to sign. Check out www.monthclubstore.com for more information.

Culinary 80 Piece Carving Set with Wood Case Harolds Imports
www.chefgadget.com features an impressive 80 piece carving set from Harolds Imports. There is nothing your family chef won't be able to carve, chop or dice with so many high quality knives at their disposal. Each knife is crafted with heavy gauge stainless steel that will last a lifetime, and it comes in an elegant, lacquered hardwood case. All 80 knives go for $149.95 which is a steal considering the quality (and the free shipping).

Leather Recipe Book with Custom Recipe Cards
Renaissance Art's small recipe books will give your family chef an impressive place to jot down those recipe's they're always coming up with. And, it comes with 120 multi colored, custom recipe cards that fit into clear archival plastic sleeves making them splash and spill proof. So when they're a famous chef, all of those original recipes can be passed down for generations to come. Which makes $60 a pretty small price to pay for immortality. Check out www.renaissance-art.com for more information.

Culinary Herb Garden Kit
Gourmet chefs always prefer fresh herbs. Why not give the chef in your family the seeds for ten of the most popular culinary herbs? The chef in your family can grow and pick herbs right in the kitchen or garden to spice up all of their recipes. The culinary herb garden kit goes for around $25 at www.wishingfish.com and comes with a detailed instruction booklet and free ground shipping on orders over $50.

Wine Connoisseur Gift Set
Few gourmet meals are complete without the right wine. Your family chef will be able to serve wine with style with the wine connoisseur gift set. The rosewood gift box comes with a foil knife, corkscrew, bottle stopper, wine collar and pourer, and wine thermometer. And all that is included for around $40 at www.chefgadget.com.