Oceana Cookie Cutters

Adopting one of Oceana’s 16 critters is a great gift for chefs of all ages. Not only will you be assisting ocean animals that need your help, but your gift recipient can receive their choice of cookie cutters, an official adoption certificate, facts on ocean creatures and a sugar cookie recipe. Product Link

Glass Storage Containers

Storage containers might not be on everyone’s wish list, but they certainly are a kitchen essential. Opt for glass ones since they can go from fridge to microwave without leaching chemicals like the harmful plastic ones. TH Link Product Link

Glass Method Home for the Holidays Kit

For those that still might not have made the switch to eco-friendly cleaning products (yes, we know who you are), here’s the perfect time to introduce them to Method. Their 5-piece Home for the Holidays Kit will surely inspire. TH Link Product Link

The Art of Simple Food by Alice Waters

Every cook will appreciate The Art of Simple Food by acclaimed chef Alice Waters. In her first book, written for the home cook, Water delivers notes, advice and recipes making it a perfect primer for beginners or a season chef who wants to return to the basics. TH Link Product Link

Rare Hawaiian White Honey

Mmmm…honey. Whether it’s added to tea or a recipe, honey is always a great alternative to sugar. This Rare Hawaiian White Honey, yes white, is from Volcano Island in Hawaii. It’s organic, so no toxic materials are used at any point in its husbandry, harvest or production. Additionally, they never feed sugar to their bee colonies. TH Link Product Link

Organic Cheese Club or Organic Wine Club

We are big fans of Cowgirl Creamery and we’re sure your epicurean will be as well. For a gift that keeps giving all year long, sign them up for a subscription to Cowgirl Creamery’s organic cheese club. Take it a step further and add a subscription to an organic wine club as well. TH Link (Cheese) Product Link (Cheese) TH Link (Wine) Product Link (Wine)

Preserve Colander, Cutting Boards and Storage

From the folks that brought us toothbrushes and razors, Recycline is now venturing into kitchenware with colanders, storage containers and cutting boards. We previewed the new Preserve Kitchen line and were impressed. Just as their other products, Preserve Kitchen’s are made with 100% recycled #5 plastic. Product Link

Candy Wrapper Placemats from Ecoist

Almost every chef is an entertainer and these placemats from Ecoist are just the perfect accessory to any table. Made from glittery recycled candy wrappers, soda bottles and food packages the placements are fairly traded from Mexico. For extra funk, add the matching coasters and napkin holders. Product Link

Gift Certificates to Restaurants

One of the best gifts a chef can get is a night off from cooking. Do some research and get them a gift certificate to one of their favorite, local restaurants. As an added bonus, contact the restaurant and ask if they use local and/or organic ingredients, such as Paul Newman's (shown here). TH Link

Bamboo Breakfast Tray

Ah, breakfast in bed. Surprise your epicurean with a delicious meal to start their day, served on this Bamboo Breakfast Tray. It has collapsible legs that fold under and lock for easy storage. TH Link

The Little Pearl’s Sustainable Caviar

When holiday season comes around, many enjoy the delicacy of caviar. Educate the caviar-lover on your list by purchasing them sustainably-harvested eggs from The Little Pearl. Not only will they feel better about what they are eating but exquisite quality will have them wanting more. Product Link

Ecopod

Think “home recycling center” with the Ecopod. This gadget is a great gift for just about anyone. It contains a compactor, and provides an efficient way to crush, store and redeem recyclable beverage containers, specifically plastic bottles and aluminum cans. TH Link Product Link

Rent Mother Nature Leases

Give a chef the farm they always wanted! Rent Mother Nature has a network of farmers, dedicated to sustainable agriculture. As their crops nurture, informative newsletters are sent to your recipients -keeping them up-to-date about the harvest season. The fresh harvest is then delivered to your gift recipient's door. Product Page

Epicurean Essentials

These Epicurean Essentials from Bart Delicatessen will become a staple in every chef’s kitchen long after you’ve given them their first set. The organic flavors are a perfect spice for all dishes and they are nicely presented in a natural Abaca pouch. Product Link

The Stream Garden

It’s an absolute joy to have fresh herbs all year round and this personal hydroponic Stream Garden assists in doing so. The tank system doesn’t require earth, just water, organic fertilizer and an electric pump. TH Link Product Link