The Cook’s Cook is publishing a series of Holiday Gift Guides. In this edition we share some favorite items for entertaining. These may be the perfect gift for the friend who entertains often or the aunt who happily hosts the entire family for every major holiday. Or they may simply be the perfect gift to give yourself!
Shaker & Spoon Cocktail Kit
R. Murphy Board and Knife Set
Based in Boston, R. Murphy has been making knives since the 1800s, including some of the best oysters knives we’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. The Murphy Board & Knife Set is another great product from this American company and features either their Jackson Cannon bar knife or their charcuterie knife, as well as a solid maple board with a beautiful inlaid decorative hardwood strip. What’s particularly nice about this set, other than the high quality knives and gorgeous oil-finished cutting board, is a storage slot for the knife that holds the blade in place with an internal magnet. It’s also perfectly suited for entertaining, as the cutting board is presentation-worthy and the broad blade of the charcuterie knife is excellent for both slicing meats and spreading pâtés, while the Jackson Cannon knife is ideal for slicing garnishes for cocktails.
Blackened Forked Salad Set by Jonathan’s Spoons
GrowlerWerks uKeg Growler
Monin Syrups and Fruit Purées for the Bar
“Smuggler’s Cove”
Chef’s Basic Slate Cheese Board
Emile Henry Colorful Ceramic Pie Dish
Allsop Home & Garden Indoor/Outdoor Solar Lanterns
Allsop Home and Garden solar lanterns are designed to be used indoors or outdoors, and their crinkley Tyvek fabric and delicate punched patterns will add a festive touch to any space year-round. Lightweight, they are easy to hang for holiday parties in unexpected places like bathrooms, hallways, or near a coat rack. In warm seasons or climates, their subtle fairylike glow will be a welcoming note in a protected entryway or outdoor living space. Available in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors, these solar lanterns require exposure to light in order to store up a charge, and each has an on/off auto sensor. A great house gift, thank-you, or present for anyone who entertains or enjoys a deck, balcony, or porch.
Large Grill Basket by Weber
