Five Star Gift Ideas

If your son enjoys exploring different culinary cuisines, there are plenty of gift ideas that can enhance his passion for cooking and food. Consider the following options:

1. Cookbook: A cookbook featuring a specific cuisine or a collection of global recipes can inspire your son to try new dishes and techniques. Look for popular cookbooks like "The Flavor Bible" by Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg, or "Plenty" by Yotam Ottolenghi.

2. Cooking classes: Enroll your son in cooking classes focused on different cuisines. Look for local cooking schools or workshops that offer classes specific to international cooking styles such as Thai, Italian, or Indian. This hands-on experience will enable him to learn new techniques and expand his culinary skills.

3. Global spice collection: Create a unique spice collection for your son with a variety of spices from different countries. It can include spices like za'atar from the Middle East, garam masala from India, or Chinese five-spice powder. This allows him to experiment with flavors and add authenticity to his dishes.

4. Food subscription box: Consider gifting your son a subscription to a food box service that delivers ingredients and recipes from different cuisines right to his doorstep. This will provide him with new and exciting dishes to try regularly.

5. Specialty cooking tools: Explore unique cooking utensils or tools specific to different cuisines. For example, a sushi making kit, a traditional wok for Chinese cooking, or a tagine for Moroccan recipes. These tools will enable him to experiment with different cooking techniques.

6. Culinary travel experience: If you really want to go all out, consider planning a culinary trip for your son. Choose a destination known for its cuisine, like Italy, Thailand, or Mexico, and organize a food-focused itinerary that includes cooking classes, food tours, and dining experiences.

7. Foodie subscription service: There are many subscription services available that cater to food enthusiasts. These services curate unique and artisanal food products from around the world. Your son will receive a box filled with gourmet treats, snacks, spices, and condiments to expand his culinary horizons.

Remember, the best gift is one that aligns with his interests and passions. By considering his love for exploring different culinary cuisines, you're sure to find a gift that speaks to his adventurous spirit in the kitchen.

Or you can get him a star map with an important date you share.

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”