Nov 16, 2021

A Guide to Gourmet Food Gift Ideas: Baskets, Mixes & More (2021)

It’s been said that the way to a person’s heart is through their stomach. We couldn’t agree more! Whether you’ve got a sweet tooth lover in your life, a creative chef, or someone who just loves to eat, foodie gifts are sure to please everyone on your list.

We rounded up a dozen of our favorite gifts for every foodie in your life - including yummy baked goods, savory seasonings, and even gifts that aren’t food but are sure to get used in the kitchen.

The Ultimate Foodie Gift Set: The Good Things Gourmet Basket

Who doesn’t love a yummy care package full of gourmet goodies? The Good Things Gourmet Basket is packed with zebra pasta, sweet and spicy jam, popcorn, a cute mug, and more delights! They’re the perfect treats to get anyone through the busy holiday season.

Shop now: The Good Things Gourmet Basket.

10 Gift Ideas For Every Foodie On Your List (Under $50)

1. Homemade Apple Butter

Apple lovers will adore this homemade apple butter. Pair it with our Colorado Jalapeno Peach Jam and Strawberry Rhubarb Jam for the ultimate gift trio!

Shop now: Apple Butter, Colorado Jalapeno Peach Jam, and Strawberry Rhubarb Jam.

2. Roasted Garlic Pasta Sauce

The only thing better than pasta is pasta with this Roasted Garlic Pasta Sauce! It’s created in house for maximum flavor and a perfect texture we know you’ll love as much as we do.

Shop now: Roasted Garlic Pasta Sauce.

3. Garlic Stuffed Olives

If you’ve got an olive-obsessed person in your life, you know it! Treat your loved one to these Garlic Stuffed Olives for an irresistible snack they’ll thank you for.

Shop now: Garlic Stuffed Olives.

4. Ghost Chili Salsa (extra hot!)

Give the gift of flavor with this Ghost Chili Salsa. Beware it’s ULTRA HOT - and ultra delicious if we may say so ourselves. 🙂

Shop now: Ghost Chili Sarsa

5. Spice Set

Spices make for wonderful stocking stuffers, packing huge flavor in a small space. Mix and match your favorites from our Spices Collection, which includes homemade spices from our farm-to-table restaurant Locavores.

Shop now: Chili Lime Chicken Seasoning and Braised Lamb Seasoning.

6. Jalapeno Olive Oil

Olive oil is one of those gifts that will please even the hardest-to-shop-for person in your life. It’s delicious for drizzling on a salad, dipping with bread, stirred into salsas, the list goes on and on. Also, check out our Italian Herbs Olive Oil, and Mushroom and Garlic Olive Oil.

Shop now: Jalapeno Olive Oil.

7. Wendi’s Apron

We don’t know about you - but a new apron does more than keep our clothes protected, it also gives us extra inspiration to get cooking! This one is modern with a classic feel, and there’s an easy tie to make it adjustable for the chef’s comfort.

Shop now: Long Gone Wild Apron.

8. Sinful Pleasure Gourmet Coffee

With a blend of caramel and maple, this roast is sure to be a morning staple if your foodie friend is a coffee-drinker. We call it “Sinful Pleasure” because it tastes almost TOO good.

Shop now: Sinful Pleasure Coffee Beans.

9. Wendi’s Reserve Balsamic

Because a good balsamic is a chef’s must-have. This blend is thick and syrupy with a smooth finish. And like all of our oils and vinegars, it’s a custom blend imported from Italy.

Shop now: Wendi’s Reserve Balsamic.

10. Wendi’s E-Gift Card

Last but not least, give the wonderful gift of choice. The foodie in your life can choose whatever they love most - whether it’s a new piece of decor for their kitchen, unique ingredients, or even a tasty cocktail mix. The best part, if you’re in need of a gift in a pinch - this gift will be delivered straight to your email inbox. No shipping required!

Shop now: Wendi’s E-Gift Card.