Five Star Gift Ideas

For a mom who loves international cuisine, there are endless opportunities to find a unique and thoughtful birthday gift. Here are a few ideas that might inspire you:

1. Cookbook: Look for a cookbook that focuses on international cuisine and includes authentic recipes from different countries. This will allow your mom to explore new flavors and try out new dishes in her own kitchen. To make it even more special, you can add a custom-made bookmark or write a heartfelt note on the inside cover.

2. Cooking class: Treat your mom to a cooking class that specializes in international cuisine. Many cities offer classes where she can learn how to make dishes from countries like Italy, Thailand, or India. It'll be a memorable experience for her to learn from professional chefs while discovering new techniques and flavors.

3. Spice set: Put together a curated set of high-quality spices from different parts of the world. This gift will allow your mom to add authentic flavors to her dishes. Consider packaging the spices in beautiful glass jars, along with recipe cards that suggest how to use each spice.

4. Gourmet food subscription box: A subscription box that delivers international cuisine goodies directly to your mom's door can be an exciting and delicious gift. There are many options available, from snack boxes that offer a variety of treats from around the world to specialty boxes that focus on specific countries or regions. Your mom will look forward to receiving a surprise box of unique and flavorful items each month.

5. Culinary trip or food tour: If you really want to go all out, consider planning a culinary trip or a food tour for your mom. Research destinations known for their diverse and delicious cuisine, and organize a trip that includes cooking classes, food market tours, and visits to renowned restaurants. It's a gift that will create unforgettable memories and give your mom the opportunity to indulge in her passion for international flavors.

6. Personalized apron or chef's hat: Personalize an apron or chef's hat with your mom's name or a special message related to her love for international cuisine. This thoughtful and practical gift will not only make her feel like a professional chef but will also remind her of your love and support for her culinary adventures.

Don't forget that along with the gift, writing a heartfelt birthday card and expressing your love and appreciation for your mom's passion for international cuisine will make the gift even more special.

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”