The Ultimate Gift Guide for Food Lovers, Home Cooks, Hosts & Hudson Valley Locals
The holidays are here, and that means it’s officially gifting season! Every year, I round up the best foodie gifts, kitchen gadgets, cookbooks, local Hudson Valley treats, and unique hosting finds for my Women Who Brunch community. Whether you're shopping for a home cook, entertainer, baker, barista-in-training, or someone who loves supporting small businesses, this guide has something for every foodie and every budget.
This year’s Women Who Brunch Foodie & Hudson Valley Holiday Gift Guide features gifts under $25, mid-range favorites from $50–$100, splurge-worthy $100+ picks, and a curated section dedicated to Hudson Valley local makers and gourmet artisan foods.
Let’s dive in!
🎁 Best Foodie Gifts Under $25
Affordable, fun, and guaranteed crowd-pleasers, these stocking stuffers and small kitchen gadgets make cooking and hosting even more joyful.
🎄 Christmas Tree Cake Dessert Treat Ornament
A whimsical, nostalgic ornament inspired by the classic holiday snack cake — the perfect stocking stuffer for the dessert lover or baker.
❄ Ice Chilled Condiment Caddy
Keep dips, sauces, and toppings cold for hours. A must-have for holiday hosts and summer entertainers alike. I use this all the time for summer BBQ’s, Hot Chocolate Bar, and event a Cocktail/Mocktail Bar. there’s so many fun hostess and party uses for it.
🍗 Chicken Shredder
A simple tool that shreds chicken (or pork!) in seconds — ideal for meal-preppers and home cooks who love weeknight efficiency.
🌡 Meat Thermometer
An essential gadget for perfectly cooked steaks, turkey, roasts, and more. A foolproof tool every kitchen needs.
😡 Angry Mama Oven Steam Cleaner
Funny and functional. Add vinegar and water, microwave, and watch baked-on messes soften for easy cleanup.
🍓 Strawberry Stem Pitter
A tiny tool that instantly removes strawberry stems — great for bakers, smoothie makers, and cocktail creators.
📚 Good Things Cookbook by Samin Nosrat
From the beloved chef and author of Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat, this cookbook celebrates simple, joyful home cooking.
🍪 Joseph Joseph Adjustable Rolling Pin
Perfect cookies every time! Adjustable rings ensure precise dough thickness for pies, cookies, and pastries.
🏠 Nordic Ware Gingerbread Bundt Pan
A festive, sculpted pan that lets you bake a gingerbread house in bundt form — an instant holiday showstopper.
☕ Milk Frother
For matcha, lattes, hot cocoa, or whipped coffee lovers — create coffee shop–quality drinks at home. A perfect stocking stuffer.
🎁 Foodie & Host Gifts $50–$100
Unique, useful, and beautiful — these gifts elevate any kitchen or gathering.
🥐 Polychrome Goods Croissant Hat
A playful, cozy winter statement piece for the stylish baker or brunch queen.
🧊 ZWILLING Vacuum Sealer Food Storage
A sleek set that keeps leftovers fresh for longer. Loved by meal-preppers and zero-waste home cooks.
🧂 Burlap & Barrel Spice Set
Single-origin spices sourced from farmers around the world — a flavorful upgrade for serious cooks.
🍽 Uncommon Goods Reversible Serving Stand & Platter
A clever 2-in-1 serving piece perfect for cheese boards, desserts, and holiday hosting.
🍽 Fishes Eddy
Iconic NYC dishware with quirky, retro charm — great for collectors and design lovers.
🍷 Wood Wine Bottle Rack
A minimalist statement piece for wine enthusiasts and home entertainers.
🔪 MK Free Board Cutting Board
A durable, beautifully made cutting board that doubles as a serving board.
🧁 Great Jones Stud Muffin Tin
A colorful, nonstick designer muffin tin that makes baking more fun.
🧵 Dusen Dusen Duo Stripe Napkins
Modern, vibrant napkins that brighten any tablescape.
🎁 Splurge-Worthy Foodie Gifts ($100+)
For the home barista, grill master, or serious cook — these picks make unforgettable gifts.
❄ YETI Hopper M Series Portable Soft Cooler
Ultra-durable, keeps drinks cold all day, and perfect for travel, picnics, lake days, and Hudson Valley adventures.
🔥 Weber Griddle Insert
Transforms a grill into a flat-top griddle — great for smash burgers, pancakes, veggies, hibachi, and Sunday brunch.
☕ Breville Bambino Espresso Machine
A compact, professional-quality espresso maker that turns any kitchen into a café.
🍳 Caraway Deluxe Ceramic Cookware
Non-toxic, aesthetically beautiful, and high-performance cookware in the season’s prettiest colors.
🍕 Ooni Karu Outdoor Pizza Oven
Reaches 950°F, cooks authentic Neapolitan pizza in 60 seconds, and turns anyone into a backyard pizzaiolo.
🫶 Hudson Valley Local & Food Gift Guide
Support small businesses and give the gift of local flavor! These Hudson Valley makers are Women Who Brunch favorites.
🌿 Ash Hopper Botanical Skincare- Warwick, NY
Beautifully crafted, plant-based skincare inspired by nature — a perfect self-care gift.
🍯 Cara-Sel Caramel – The Ardent Homesteader
Small-batch, handcrafted caramel that’s dangerously delicious.
🍫 Fruition Chocolate Works
Award-winning bean-to-bar chocolate made in the Catskills.
🕯 Scripted Fragrance – Hudson Valley Candle- Warwick, NY
A cozy, place-inspired candle that captures the essence of the Hudson Valley.
🍪 Halfsies Cookie Co.
Small-batch, gourmet cookies with cult-level fan love. If you’re looking for a unique variety of flavors or a host gift or gift for a fellow cookie lover you’ve got to try these cookies. They’re addictive.
🍝 Flours Pasta & Bakeshop - Haverstraw, NY
Fresh, artisan pasta made with high-quality grains — a foodie must.
🥞 Phoenicia Diner Buttermilk Pancake Mix
Bring iconic Hudson Valley diner breakfasts into your home kitchen. Mixes include Buttermilk, Buckwheat, and Vegan mixes.
🍷 Manor Sangria
A bottled, bartender-quality sangria perfect for holidays, brunch, or cozy nights around the fire.
🍁 Laurel & Ash Farm Maple Syrup
Local, pure maple syrup — a culinary staple elevated.
🍵 Tea Jams
Unique, small-batch tea blends that make warming winter gifts.
🫒 Olive Oils – The Blue Olive, Phat Oil, Warwick Valley Olive Oil Co.
Premium, locally sourced oils in seasonal flavors — perfect for dipping, drizzling, and gifting.
🍓 Bartlett House Jam
Small-batch, artisanal jam from one of the Hudson Valley’s most beloved bakeries.
📚 Nights and Weekends Cookbook by Alexis deBoschnek
A gorgeous and inviting cookbook from a Hudson Valley creator, filled with unfussy, flavorful recipes perfect for busy home cooks. A stunning gift for anyone who loves beautiful cookbooks or Hudson Valley food culture.
🍷 Ten Mile Table - Wassaic Wine Club - Wassaic, NY
Ten Mile Table is a charming new wine & spirits shop in Wassaic, NY. Formerly a candy shop in the 1890s, our shop with the bright red door features thoughtful, sustainably-made wines, spirits, indie publications, and treats for a dinner party. Come visit the tiny hamlet of Wassaic, NY for our Thursday night tastings, join our monthly wine club, and take home something delicious!
A curated wine subscription highlighting small producers and natural wines. A thoughtful, experiential gift for wine lovers who want to explore unique bottles all year long.
☕ Valkyrie Coffee Roasters - Chester & Sugar Loaf, NY
Small-batch, ethically sourced coffee roasted in the Hudson Valley. Add a bag of their seasonal blend to a host basket or pair with a mug for a cozy gift.
🍢 Hudson Valley Marshmallow Co.- Beacon, NY
Handcrafted, pillow-soft marshmallows in delicious seasonal flavors. Perfect for stocking stuffers, hot cocoa gifts, or s’mores kits.
🫖 Harney & Sons – 12 Days of Tea Winter Countdown- Millerton, NY
A luxurious tea advent calendar featuring festive blends and cozy winter flavors. A stunning holiday gift for tea lovers.
🧀 Talbott & Arding Gift Sets- Hudson, NY
Beautifully curated cheese, pantry, and entertaining gift sets from one of the region’s most beloved gourmet shops. A guaranteed hit for hosts, foodies, and holiday entertainers.s.
🎄 Ina Garten Ornament – The Six Bells Inn (Pine Plains, NY)
A charming, whimsical ornament inspired by the queen of cozy cooking herself. Perfect for the Barefoot Contessa fan who dreams of holiday hosting “the Ina way.”
🔥 Garam Goddess – Saucesome Threesome (Hudson Valley)
A trio of bold, flavor-packed Indian-inspired sauces handcrafted by a Hudson Valley maker. Perfect for foodies who love adventurous, vibrant pantry staples.
🌶️ Jack’s Pepper Heist Hot Sauce (Hudson Valley)
A local hot sauce favorite—small batch, balanced heat, and addictive flavor. A great choice for heat-seekers and condiment collectors.
🍿 Bjorn Qorn & Plant People – Holiday Batch (Hudson Valley)
A limited-edition collaboration blending BjornQorn’s cult-favorite sun-popped corn with Plant People’s functional mushroom or adaptogen blend. Unexpected, fun, and wildly snackable.
🧂 Wood Fire Food Salts (Hudson Valley)
Chef Jeremy Charles’s handcrafted finishing salts infused with smoke, herbs, and seasonal ingredients. Elevates everything from roast veggies to grilled meats.
🍪 WildFlour – Gluten-Free & Vegan Cookies (Hudson Valley)
Soft, decadent, beautifully made cookies from a local gluten-free and vegan bakery. Inclusive gifting that doesn’t compromise on taste.
🍇 C. Cassis (Hudson Valley)
A chic, low-ABV blackcurrant aperitif made in the Hudson Valley. Tart, elegant, and perfect for festive spritzes or gifting to the cocktail lover.
💛 A Note on Shopping Small This Season
This holiday season, choosing to shop small is more than just buying a gift — it’s supporting the heartbeat of a community. Every purchase from a local maker, indie shop, or family-run business helps fuel someone’s dream, keeps creativity alive, and strengthens the unique character of our towns.
When you support small businesses, you’re investing in real people, real stories, and the craftsmanship that makes the Hudson Valley (and every community) so special. Thank you for choosing to give with intention, celebrate local talent, and make a meaningful impact with every gift.
The Women Who Brunch Foodie & Hudson Valley Gift Guide 2025 is curated with love for home cooks, entertainers, local makers, and anyone who believes great food brings people together. Whether you're gifting big or small, local or luxe, there’s something in this guide to inspire your holiday shopping.
