To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at Iowa City Today asked our friends at The Grommet for their latest and greatest practical gift suggestions for 2021.
These guides are geared towards specific interests. You’ll be able to find something for even the toughest person on your Christmas shopping list.
Top 5 Cooking Gifts
1) FASTTRACK Handheld Knife Sharpener

This handheld knife sharpener offers quality honing in a compact and easy-to-use design. Set to the perfect sharpening angle, it holds the blade in position with magnets. Just a few swipes and in seconds the blade is perfectly edged on both sides. End with the on-board leather strop for a truly professional finish.
2) Apothecary Jar Set

Infinity Jars: Apothecary Jar Set
3) Bread Scooper

An innovative product that scoops out the inside of your favorite bagel or bread. After removing the inside breading, there's more room for the good stuff. The stainless steel blade pairs with an ergonomically designed handle for comfortable, effective use.
4) Silicone Snack Bags

These reusable silicone bags cut down on waste by replacing throwaway plastic baggies. Each is completely plastic-free, and seals up to keep food fresh. Eco-friendly, too, the bags are lunch box-ready, and can go from the pantry into the freezer, microwave, or dishwasher without worry. Is there anything this mighty bag can’t do? Well, it won’t break down like plastic does—or get tossed away.
5) Rapid Boil Tea Kettle

Highly conductive aluminum fins at the base of this quick boil kettle increase the heating surface area and promote better heat transfer to boil water faster than a traditional kettle can—at around seven minutes. This award-winning design saves you time and uses energy from a gas stove more efficiently.