Five Star Gift Ideas

For a mom who has a taste for exotic cuisine, there are many unique and thoughtful gift ideas that will let her explore new flavors and indulge her culinary senses. Here are a few suggestions to make her birthday extra special:

1. Cooking Class: Sign her up for a cooking class focused on exotic cuisine. Consider options that explore cuisines from different regions like Thai, Indian, or Moroccan. This will allow her to learn new recipes, techniques, and ingredients that she can incorporate into her own cooking at home.

2. Gourmet Subscription Box: Treat your mom to a monthly subscription box that delivers exotic ingredients, spices, or ready-to-cook meal kits right to her doorstep. These boxes often come with a variety of recipes and high-quality ingredients that will allow her to experience the flavors of different cultures without leaving the comfort of her home.

3. Exotic Ingredients: Put together a gift basket filled with unique and hard-to-find ingredients from around the world. Include spices, sauces, condiments, and specialty items like truffle oil, harissa paste, or saffron threads. These ingredients will inspire her to try out new recipes and create authentic flavors in her kitchen.

4. Food Tour: Take your mom on a food tour or culinary adventure in a city with a rich food scene. Some cities offer guided tours that explore different ethnic neighborhoods, visiting restaurants and markets to sample a variety of dishes. This will not only satisfy her love for exotic cuisine but also allow her to learn more about the cultural history behind the dishes.

5. Cookbook: Surprise her with a comprehensive cookbook dedicated to exotic cuisine. Look for books that focus on a specific region or cuisine, such as "Samin Nosrat's Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat" for exploring the fundamentals of cooking or "The Food of Morocco" by Paula Wolfert for authentic Moroccan dishes. Pair the cookbook with a set of exotic spices or ingredients for an extra special touch.

6. Exotic Dining Experience: Book a reservation at a restaurant known for its exotic cuisine. Research restaurants in your area that offer unique dishes from different regions, such as Ethiopian, Peruvian, or Japanese fusion. Treat your mom to a memorable dining experience where she can indulge in the flavors she loves.

7. Food and Travel Magazine Subscription: Get her a subscription to a food and travel magazine that focuses on exploring exotic cuisines and destinations. This will allow her to discover new recipes, read about international food cultures, and get inspired for her next cooking adventures.

Remember, the key is to customize the gift to your mom's specific tastes and interests. By choosing a gift that encourages her passion for exotic cuisine, you're not only giving her something she'll truly enjoy, but also showing how well you know and support her interests.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she 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”