Canadian Gift Guide

Another month, another glimpse of a dozen ideas to create your own ‘Of The Month’ club for a loved one. So far we’ve covered men’s boxers and rings for the ladies, this month I thought I’d zero in on kitchen gadgets for the culinary-inclined. I myself have quite the collection of gizmos to make slicing, chopping, and seasoning that much easier and I absolutely love getting them as stocking stuffers, hostess gifts, and thank-you trinkets (if you’re planning to buy them as one-offs). Like always, no commentary – just prices, sources, and a quick description.

Top Row (L to R)
Chef’n Ez Squeeze Can Opener – Quite possibly my favourite kitchen gadget ever. Open cans with one hand in under ten seconds. Amazing. $19.99 @ Kitchen Stuff Plus

Joie Veggie Steamer – Adjusts to fit most pots & pans for easy veggie-steaming action. $12.99 @ Joie

Pixel Oven Mitts – Channel your favourite video game characters with these oversized, pixel-inspired oven gloves. $21.95 @ Rolo

Microplane Herb Tool – Easily mince fresh herbs and sprinkle them as a garnish. $24.95 @ Microplane

Utensil Pot Clip – Keep your utensils off the countertops while waiting for a stew to simmer. $8.99 @ Trudeau Corporation

Bacon Press – Keep bacon from curling up and get an evenly crisp-cooked slice. $13.76 @ Golda’s Kitchen

Stainless Steel Rub-A-Way Bar – Eliminate lingering garlic & onion smells from your fingertips by simply ‘washing’ your hands with this bar. $10.25 @ Sears