Gift Ideas for People Who Like to Cook: Food Socks and More!
At Goodly, we love to spread joy, and a fantastic way to bring a smile to your loved one’s face is with a gift. Whether you want something for a special occasion, holiday or just because, we’ve got socks for every occasion.
If you’ve got a birthday coming up for a friend who loves to spend time in the kitchen, it's likely they already have every pot, pan, knife and kitchen gadget imaginable. Rather than get them something to add to their bulging kitchen cabinets, why not grab them something to wear and enjoy while they cook?
Goodly has you covered with our extensive list of perfect gifts for people who like to cook, from quirky socks to sturdy totes.
food socks that sizzle
Successful cooking requires all the right tools, like oven mitts to keep your hands from burning and an apron to keep your clothes clean. But the chef in your life will love a witty pair of food-themed socks to dance around in while they wait for the oven timer to go off.
1. chop it! socks
Perfect for the chef in your life, these funny food socks display a variety of chopped vegetables (peppers, broccoli and tomatoes) with the cheeky phrase, “Chop it like it’s hot.”
2. baking socks
These fun baking socks are the ideal gift for the person who loves to bake. Let them show off their favorite tools of the trade with mixers, rolling pins and silicone sheets featured in this sweet design.
3. you guac my world socks
Avocados are a party favorite when served as guacamole. “Guac the world” of your favorite cook with a pair of funny socks featuring two avocados smiling and holding hands.
4. good burger socks
If the cook in your life is an avid burger chef, these burger socks are sure to be a hit. Just looking at the melted cheese, toasted bun and grilled patty will make your mouth water.
Help Them Spice Up Their Kitchen with Funny Oven Mitts
oven mitts to keep your cook safe and happy
If you’re looking for a more practical gift for the chef in your life, oven mitts are a fantastic idea. Not only are our particular styles practical, but they’re also hilarious and add a touch of fun to kitchen decor! These funny oven mitts make the perfect gift for someone who loves to spend time in the kitchen.
1. whatever happens
The only way to get better at cooking is to keep at it. But whatever happens, these oven mitts are sure to keep everyone laughing when a dish goes awry.
2. butter, butter, butter
This colorful oven mitt is the perfect gift for that southern cook who loves to add butter to any dish. They’ll stay comfortable while cooking with this super-insulated, 100 percent cotton oven mitt.
3. man with a pan
A man with a pan just might be better than a man with a plan. If your favorite cook is a man who knows his way around a kitchen, then this oven mitt would make a great gift.
4. most likely to microwave
We can’t all be experts at the stove; some of us know how to microwave a mean meal—a perfect gift for the microwave warrior in your life.
dish towels for cleaning up
No kitchen is complete without someone to manage your messes, and someone who spends a lot of time behind the stove will appreciate a dish towel with a unique design. Give your favorite chef these funny dish towels for the kitchen to make them laugh.
1. covered in chocolate
This dish towel makes a great gift for someone who loves their chocolate and finds a way to work it into any dish they’re serving. If you’re attending a fondue party, it’s a wonderful and humorous gift for the host.
2. hot sauces gone wild
Cooking with sauces in the kitchen can get messy. Thankfully this dish towel is super-absorbent and made with 100 percent cotton. Be sure to have it on standby for all-you-can-eat wing night.
3. your food is amazing
This dish towel full of compliments toes the line between sappy and funny. Spread the love and boost your friend’s cooking confidence simultaneously with this charming gift for the kitchen.
Our Fun Bags Are Perfect for Grocery Shopping and Help Minimize Plastic Bag Waste
outside the box (or sock drawer) ideas
Looking for a few out-of-the-box gift ideas? Pouches and totes make great gifts for housewarming parties or hosts. Consider these fun bags for gifting to your friends who love to cook.
1. beer me tote
The Beer Me tote is large enough to handle your beer run, and best of all, it’s made of 95 percent recycled material. That deserves cheers all around. Beer me totes make good Father’s Day gifts and are sure to put a grin on dad’s face.
2. get in my belly small tote
This small tote is perfect for carrying small things like your tablet, a book, or even a homemade meal for lunch. If you have a child in your life who’s passionate about cooking or an adult who likes to take meals to work, this adorable tote makes a great lunch bag.
the way to their heart (is through their stomach)
Finding the perfect gift for someone who likes to cook doesn’t have to be complicated. You already know what they like, and making them smile is the goal of your gift-giving. The obvious solution is a present with a quirky, humorous edge. Funny food socks, oven mitts and bags are sure to be well-received by all aspiring cooks. At Goodly, we love bringing people together with unique and colorful socks and accessories.
