From Instant Pots to cast-iron skillets, these are the kitchen wedding gifts newlyweds truly need! Whether they're cooking date night meals or delicious dishes for friends and family, they'll use these presents for years to come.
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Wedding season is upon us which means it’s time to start thinking about the perfect wedding gifts. What better way to set the happy couple up for success than stocking their kitchen with the best gadgets and small appliances? While heading straight to their wedding registry seems like a no-brainer, it’s not your only option.
New York City wedding planner and owner of The Privilege Is Mine, Lara Mahler, explains that you can’t go wrong with gifts that have practical functionality. “Choose a gift that will get used often like a great chef’s knife, Dutch oven or a well-made cutting board,” she suggests. “These examples will become staples in the kitchen.”
Mahler also recommends opting for kitchen gifts made of high-quality materials like solid wood, stainless steel, cast iron or ceramic. “These materials will last and will be durable,” she says.
With Mahler’s guidance, we’ve curated a list of the best kitchen wedding gifts that will stand the test of time. So without further ado, here are the best kitchen wedding gifts that couples will use for years to come.
Whether couples are equipping their kitchen for the first time or upgrading old pots and pans, a complete set of durable, well-constructed cookware is a welcome addition to kitchen wedding gift lists. This All-Clad stainless steel cookware set is not cheap, but the cookware heats up evenly, gives meat that coveted sear and literally lasts forever—just like their love.
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This 15-piece OXO kitchen utensil set is a must-have for couples that cook. The complete kitchen tool set has everything they need to whip up delicious date night meals—potato masher, can opener, whisk, meat tenderizer, pizza cutter, ice cream scoop and more. (Discover the best wedding registry ideas.)
A dependable toaster goes a long way. This two-slice Breville Die-Cast Smart Toaster is one of our Test Kitchen favorites. The progress bar shows how long you’ve got left on your toast, giving you time to make a quick cafe-style drink or wash up a few dishes. Breville’s toaster also includes a “Lift and Look” button so you can peek on the status of your toast without having to cancel the cycle. You can also get the same toaster in a four-slice model. Find out why this smart toaster stole our hearts by checking out our full Breville toaster review.
No kitchen would be complete without a cast iron skillet. The Lodge cast iron skillet is hailed as a kitchen essential by some of the country’s leading chefs. Maybe that’s why it has more than 100,000 positive reviews on Amazon! This high-quality skillet comes pre-seasoned and is available in a variety of sizes—ranging from 3.5 to 15 inches in diameter. With the proper care, the happy couple can cook memorable meals for decades.
For many couples, mixing bowls get a lot of use in the years after a wedding: making Sunday pancakes, tossing salads for parties and stashing leftovers. This Pyrex set of nested glass mixing bowls comes in a variety of sizes with matching, numbered lids. The four bowls are dishwasher-, refrigerator- and microwave-safe; making meal prep and cleanup easy.
This is for the couple that loves putting together casseroles, pasta bakes and fruit crisps. All of those dishes and more can be made in this Great Jones 13×9-inch casserole dish. It’s crafted from ceramic, making it oven-, microwave-, freezer- and dishwasher-safe. Choose from five different vibrant colors to find the perfect match.
The happy couple will be making many meals together, so quality cookbooks are a must-have. Julia Child’s Mastering the Art of French Cooking will keep them on a years-long culinary adventure. This classic cookbook is packed with 524 recipes for both seasoned cooks and beginners alike. Want something extra fancy? Opt for a leather bound coffee table edition. And, let them write their own recipes in one of these pretty recipe books. A cookbook also makes a great bridal shower gift.
This iconic Le Creuset Dutch oven is indispensable in the kitchens of home cooks and professional chefs alike. Expertly crafted from enameled cast iron, the everyday versatility of the Dutch oven makes it ideal for everything from slow cooking and braising to roasting, baking, frying and more. Available in a variety of sizes and vibrant colors, this kitchen staple will last for generations. Just take it from our prep kitchen manager, who gushes about her 40-year-old pot in this Le Creuset dutch oven review.
This is a kitchen tool that every couple will use, but don’t know that they need. We’ve found a digital thermometer that’s indispensable when cooking roasts, baking bread, grilling meats or making a luscious caramel sauce. This ThermoPro model has more than 19,500 five-star reviews on Amazon!
There’s no doubt that well-made knives are a valued part of the newlyweds’ kitchen. Start them off with this beautiful Wüsthof Classic three-piece set in sizes that every home cook needs: a nimble paring knife, a longer utility knife and a versatile cook’s knife. Precision forged from a single piece of specially tempered high-carbon steel, each Wüsthof Classic knife is engineered for outstanding strength and performance.
For the couple that loves a cup of tea on a Saturday morning, a bold pour-over or French press coffee, this electric kettle from Fellow will do the trick. It’s super sleek with a gorgeous, matte black design. There’s the option to dial to whatever water temperature is needed, and a holding feature to keep water hot for up to an hour.
With the right kind of care, a natural wood cutting board can last for a couple of decades. John Boos and Co. is internationally known for its expertise in crafting American hardwoods into products of beauty, durability and function. This heirloom quality board is crafted from maple and has one flat side and one side with a juice groove.
After testing 14 blenders, the Ninja Detect Duo was our Test Kitchen’s number one pick. It’s easily one of the kitchen wedding gifts that you’ll use for years to come thanks to multiple cups and pitchers, along with a powerful motor, three-tier blade and smart BlendSense technology. Use it to make everything from smoothies and juices to nut butters and sauces.
A KitchenAid stand mixer is a wedding registry list must-have. Not only is it an essential kitchen tool, it will work for years to come. KitchenAid’s Artisan 5-Quart Stand Mixer—the most popular KitchenAid model—is our Test Kitchen’s favorite. The 325-watt motor is powerful enough to tackle many kitchen tasks, and it’s available in dozens of colors. Don’t forget the accessories!
See our full KitchenAid review.
One gift that couples married years ago say they wished they had asked for is a pressure cooker. This is now one of the most popular appliances, specifically the Instant Pot Pro. This is the pressure cooker that our Test Kitchen ranks best overall among others. It’s multi-functional with 10 options including the ability to use it as a pressure cooker, slow cooker, steamer, yogurt maker and more.
Help the new couple get ready to host family dinner! Choose a serving bowl that will make a statement. This gorgeous Williams-Sonoma bowl is crafted from earthenware and hand-painted to make it entirely unique. Just be sure to hand-wash the bowl after each use! The happy couple will appreciate these personalized gifts, too.
For any newly married folks, there’s likely a lot of entertaining on the horizon. Help them uncork bottles of their favorite vino in seconds with this popular electric bottle opener from Oster. It opens 30 bottles on a single charge—which is great if you’re having a party or don’t want to plug it in after each use. This must-have tool has more than 7,000 five-star reviews on Amazon!
A Traeger Grill is a big-ticket item, but it’s well worth the splurge for a couple to enjoy for years to come. Plus, many registries offer the option for friends and family to contribute to a larger gift! (These are our favorite wedding registry sites, by the way). We tested the Traeger Pro 575 and are confident it will help your friends get ready to host plenty of backyard BBQs and enjoy wood-fired flavor on everything from smoked ham, pulled pork and brisket to grilled cheese sandwiches. For an over-the-top present, pair it with some must-have Traeger Grill accessories.
For many home cooks, a food processor is the ultimate tool to make life easier. We tested this 13-cup KitchenAid processor and were seriously impressed by how easy it was to chop, mince and shred. It includes a variety of blades and several attachments, so you can find the perfect fit for any task.
These stunning Peugeot Paris salt and pepper mills will truly be a treat. They’re made from sustainable beechwood with a chocolate-brown walnut stain and built to last. But these mills are not just meant to sit and look pretty. Pepper mills bring fresh flavor and texture to make many dishes that much better. Psst: This set is a Test Kitchen favorite!
For the couple who loves to start each day together with the perfect cup of joe. This Nespresso Vertuo makes a classic cup of coffee or espresso in minutes. With the choice of several sizes and temperatures the giftees can completely customize their morning cuppa. Read our detailed Nespresso Vertuo review to learn more about this wonder appliance.
Not only is this 22-piece set of airtight pantry containers practical and functional, but it will elevate their space. This set includes 10 BPA-free containers with matching, airtight lids in seven different sizes. It also includes a bonus half-cup scoop and cereal lid. We can already hear their sighs of contentment every time they open the door to their perfectly organized pantry.
Nancy Mock has seven years of experience with Taste of Home, Mashed, Foodie, Reader’s Digest and Birds & Blooms with a focus on cooking and baking. When she is not assisting as a Taste of Home Community Cook, she can be found curating her comfort food recipes on her site Hungry Enough to Eat Six. With all of her hands-on experience in tow, she is more than equipped to find the best kitchen wedding gifts.
Molly Allen has over 10 years of experience as a photographer and freelance writer with experience at Taste of Home, Good Housekeeping, Eater, The Kitchn, Simply Recipes and Food & Wine. With these publications Molly has curated stories on kitchenware, food and shopping guides. With all of this in tow, she is an ideal candidate to select kitchen wedding gifts.
Alexandra Mantella, Content Updates Editor at Taste of Home, Reader’s Digest and Family Handyman, updated and contributed research to this piece. She has over five years of experience in product testing, research and commerce writing. Previously, she served as a commerce content update editor at Bob Vila.
Yes, cookware is an excellent gift for newlyweds. A new set of cookware from All-Clad in particular guarantees the happy couple many well-cooked meals to come.
A timeless and useful kitchen gift for a wedding is a Le Creuset Dutch Oven. These are great for roasts. stews and casseroles and are built to last for a lifetime. Plus, they come in a line of fun colors.
Some of the best gifts for someone with a new kitchen are the odds and ends that people normally miss. For example, those with new kitchens could use a new cutting board, a set of knives and some decorative serving plates. But, a new set of kitchen rags or tea towels can also be a nice touch for a new kitchen.
Mahler also suggests items with sentimental value. “Monogrammed or personalized items, like recipe boxes, engraved rolling pins or heirloom-style serving pieces add emotional longevity,” she explains. Additionally, you can opt for items that are versatile. “Elegant serveware or a multi-use appliances are appreciated even more because of their versatility. They work for daily cooking and special hosting,” adds Mahler.
“Always check the couple’s registry first and purchase from what they have registered for,” advises Mahler. However, couples without a registry would appreciate new salt and pepper mills, a Dutch oven or an espresso machine.
