To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at Rock Island 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 Baking Gifts
1) Flex-it Flexible Silicone Measuring Cups - Set of 3
Made of sturdy yet flexible food-grade silicone, these measuring cups pour liquid precisely with no spills. The design allows you to form a spout anywhere on the flexible rim and the silicone material grips the counter to provide traction and stability. Measurement level indicators are clear and easy to read for precise measuring.
2) “Vanilla" Book by Patricia Rain
Follow along with recipes from the Vanilla Queen, Patricia Rain, as she traces the history of vanilla across the globe and back to its earliest days. Learn how to let this versatile spice shine in any cuisine. Don’t just limit yourself to cookies and cakes—vanilla is a stealthy flavor enhancer in savory dishes, too.
3) Floral Cotton Oven Mitt
India & Purry by Jessica Hollander: Floral Cotton Oven Mitt - White Poppies on Grey
4) DIY Chocolate Truffle Kit
This DIY Baking Kit for Chocolate Truffles provides all the pre-measured ingredients and a detailed recipe card so you can make gourmet truffles at home. The kit is hand-packed from start to finish by the Red Velvet team in Brooklyn, NY. The ingredients—including cocoa and sugar—are gluten free. This is the easiest way to bake at home, and a memorable activity for the whole family.
5) Shaker Rolling Pin
The Shaker Rolling Pin is a classic—possibly the same design your grandmother used. With simple lines and a solid feel, it rolls quickly at a weight of almost two pounds.
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