The Southern baker is the epitome of the all purpose baker. From cookies to cakes; from pies to breads; this traditional baker can do it all. With southern hospitality at the core of their baking delights, it's no wonder that biting into their home-baked delicacies, can be compared to being enveloped with southern comfort.
Since the Southern baker bestows upon us an orgy of palatable delights, what can we bestow upon them in return? Listed below are several great gift ideas for that favorite Southern baker in your life...
* Basic Baking Supplies.
All great bakers need great baking supplies. Therefore, great baking supply gift ideas could include:
1.) baking cooling racks
2.) mixing bowls (electric or manual)
3.) liquid measuring cups
4.) dry measuring cups
5.) hand sifter
6.) zester grater
7.) top of the line baking pans
8.) gift card for an exclusive baking store
* Southern Baker's Delight Gift Basket.
Using a large wicker bread basket as your container, include baking items such as:
1.) wooden mixing spoons
2.) whisks
3.) cake tester
4.) measuring spoons
5.) rolling pin accompanied by rolling pin rings
6.) seasoning jars
7.) pastry brush
8.) jar scrapper
9.) baking timer
10.) baking magazine subscription for a year
* Miscellaneous Gift Ideas.
1.) personalized cake tin
2.) personalized flour/sugar storage containers
3.) personalized bread box
4.) personalized baking hat and apron combo
5.) personalized wooden recipe box holder
6.) personalized pie and cake box holders (great for the baker who does catering on the side)
7.) monogrammed oven mitt and dish towel set
8.) dough press set
9.) unique shaped baking pans
10.) pie top cutters
11.) cake dollies
12.) cake/cupcake decorating tools
13.) three dimensional cookie cutter set (great to get the kids/grandkids involved)
14.) vintage kitchen scale in the Southern baker's favorite color
15.) unique butter dish with matching spreader
* Other Unique Gift Ideas.
If you really want to get creative, you could:
1.) gather up the southern baker's home recipes, and turn them into his/her own personal cookbook
2.) send him/her to an all expense paid televised cooking show (preferably of their favorite cooking personality)
3.) autographed cookbook from their favorite cooking personality
4.) all expense paid kitchen remodel, including the latest kitchen appliances
5.) getting a bakery item named after them at a famous bakery establishment
The Southern baker is constantly striving to serve others through their culinary skills. There's nothing like a warm basket of yummy baked goods to brighten one's day. In return, why not show your appreciation for the culinary skills of the Southern baker, by considering these great gift ideas.