Five Star Gift Ideas

For your grandson who loves fermenting and pickling, here are a few meaningful and personal gift ideas that would surely make him happy:

1. Fermentation Kit: Consider gifting him a fermentation kit that includes necessities such as fermentation weights, airlocks, and wide-mouth glass jars. This will allow him to pursue his passion more easily and experiment with different fermenting recipes.

2. Pickling Recipe Book: Look for a comprehensive pickling recipe book that features a variety of techniques, flavors, and preservation methods. This will provide your grandson with a wealth of inspiration and new ideas for pickling different fruits, vegetables, and even meats.

3. Specialty Ingredients: Help him expand his pickling repertoire by gathering a selection of unique and high-quality ingredients. Consider organic spices, gourmet vinegars, specialty salts, and ethnic flavors like Japanese umami paste or Korean gochujang.

4. Pickling Workshops or Classes: If your grandson is interested in learning more about fermentation and pickling techniques, consider gifting him a voucher for a local fermentation workshop or cooking class. This way, he can learn from experts, gain new skills, and interact with fellow pickling enthusiasts.

5. Personalized Pickling Labels: Surprise him with a set of personalized labels for his pickled creations. Include his name or a catchy phrase along with a space for him to write the date and ingredients of each batch. This will add a thoughtful touch to his homemade pickles and make them feel more special.

6. Gourmet Pickle Assortment: Explore local specialty food stores or online shops to find a gourmet pickle assortment. Look for unique pickled products like flavored sauerkraut, pickled eggs, or spicy pickled vegetables. This will introduce him to new flavors and inspire him to experiment with different combinations.

7. Fermentation Crock: Consider gifting him a high-quality fermentation crock that allows larger batches of fermented foods to be made. This type of equipment not only enhances the process but also adds a rustic touch to his fermenting endeavors.

8. DIY Pickling Kit: Put together a DIY pickling kit tailored to his taste. Include a variety of pickling spices, glass jars, labels, and even some fresh produce for him to start experimenting right away. This personalized kit will show that you support his hobby and appreciate his passion for pickling.

Remember, the most important aspect of gifting is the thought and love behind it. Taking into account his passion for fermenting and pickling, any gift that encourages and supports this hobby will make a lasting impression and bring joy to your grandson on his birthday!

Or you can get him a star map with the date when he was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”