By Emilie Oestreicher
Shopping for someone who loves food can feel surprisingly simple once you think about what brings them joy in the first place. Whether they love to cook, try new restaurants, or snack all day, these ideas make great gifts for the food-obsessed person in your life.
Jellycat Food & Drink Stuffed Animal
Price: $12-58
Soft, silly, and oh-so-adorable, Jellycat’s Food & Drink Collection features plush versions of marshmallows, hot dogs, peanuts, and more. Each one has a personality of its own and makes for a great stocking stuffer.
Bit of Cuse Crate
Price: $115
For any Syracuse student or alum, this crate is sure to be an instant crowd-pleaser. It includes favorites like salt potatoes, Dino BBQ sauces, and Pasta’s spicy tomato oil. A fun way to bring Syracuse comfort food to someone you love.
Lil Sweet Treat Connoisseurs Choice Mix
Price: $24 (1lb) / $44 (2 lb)
This is candy done right. Choose from a huge list of sweets and build a one or two pound mix that fits their taste. They even have the TikTok-viral Swedish Bubs, perfect for the friend who is always on top of trends.
Abodde Recipe Tea Towel
Price: $145
Perfect for the sentimental foodie, this gift turns a handwritten recipe into a custom embroidered tea towel. Submit a family favorite and it becomes something they can display and use for years to come.
Glossier Birthday Cake Candle
Price: $50
A sweet scent can make a space feel instantly comforting. Glossier’s Birthday Cake Candle is perfect for someone who never skips a sweet treat, bringing that sugary smell right into their room. Add the matching Balm Dotcom ($16) for an extra something special.
Graza Olive Oil Gift Set
Price: $53
For the home cook who experiments with flavors, Graza’s three-bottle set covers everything. Sizzle for everyday cooking, Drizzle for finishing touches, and Frizzle for frying. It is a practical gift that still feels thoughtful.
Anthropologie Icon Juice Glasses
Price: $16 each
Anthropologie’s Icon Juice Glasses bring a pop of color to everyday beverages. The designs range from croissants to bows to gummy bears. They make ordinary drinks a little more fun, which is sometimes all you need to jumpstart the day.
Katie Kime Oyster Print Pajamas
Price: $128 (short sleeve) / $138 (long sleeve)
A stylish way to elevate any lazy morning or cozy night in. The oyster pattern adds a chic twist to make everyday lounging feel special. Available in both short and long sleeve sets, so you can pick the style that best fits their routine.

