Foodie Gifts Under $50 by Bialetti

Looking for some great gifts for the foodie in your life? Here are some gift ideas from Bialetti—Italy’s #1 selling stovetop coffee maker and cookware company.

Porcelain Pour Over Coffee Dripper & Mug - Manual coffee-making methods are becoming an increasingly popular option for home enthusiasts. The method provides the ability to control every variable in the brewing process, to create a cup of coffee that's exactly suited to one's preferences, and highlight the unique character of the coffee. Bringing an Italian twist to this emerging trend, Bialetti introduces its new Ceramic Pour Over Coffee Dripper & Mug for a perfectly balanced clean cup of coffee. The ceramic model subtly features the iconic 8-sided Bialetti Moka design, and is available at www.bialetti.com for $19.99.

Moka Express  – Bialetti’s iconic Moka Express stovetop coffee maker is the #1 coffee maker in the world with over 200 million units sold. The Moka produces a rich, authentic espresso in just minutes. The aluminum pot features Bialetti’s distinctive eight-sided shape that allows it to diffuse heat perfectly to enhance the aroma of your coffee. The Original Moka Express in 1, 3, 6, 9 and 12-cup sizes, as well as the Moka Color in orange, red, purple and blue are available for $19.95 - $59.95 on Bialetti.com and Amazon.com. Select sizes and colors also available at Williams-Sonoma. 

Aroma Classico - Bialetti's new coffee is a strong full-bodied blend and ideal for use with the Moka Express stovetop coffee maker. The classic Italian roast is comprised of 70 percent Arabica, a homogenous mix of natural Brazilian Arabica and washed Arabica from Guatemala, which gives the blend an aromatic, intense and full-bodied base, with "chocolately" notes; and 30 percent Robusta, mainly from India and Vietnam, to give this coffee body and intensity.

The Aroma Classico is available in an 8.8 oz aluminum can for $12.99 at www.bialetti.com.

My Thoughts

Did you ever open a bag of coffee and you just knew it was going to be excellent because it smelled so fresh and delicious?  I couldn't stop breathing in that amazing scent.  I could tell  by the dark color and texture of the beans that it was fresh and newly roasted before they were ground.  I stood there and watched it brew, feeling my mouth water as I waited.  I wasn't disappointed. It was smooth, not bitter at all, and super strong without being overpowering. It definitely gives me the extra caffeine jolt I need to get started in the morning. Literally, one of the best cups of coffee I've ever made at home as well as bring a strong, full bodied roast. 

Illuminate - The Gifts that Give back...Bialetti's Illuminate 10” sauté pans were created to bring light and funds to worthy causes and the charities that support them, with 10 percent of all sales going to each pan's designated cause: Illuminate Pink supports the National Breast Cancer Foundation; Illuminate Blue, supports Autism Speaks; and Illuminate Yellow, supports clean water projects through charity:water. Illuminate's coating is non-toxic by being PTFE- free and PFOA-free, and is eco-friendly as the coating is applied at a low temperature, leading to a lower emission of CO2 into the atmosphere. Available at www.bialetti.com or www.amazon.com for $29.99.

My Thoughts

 I received one of these awesome frying pan to try out. I loved it and so does daughter whose studying to be a chef.   Nothing sticks to these pans, not even scrambled eggs. Most other frying pans I've tried could not stand up to this test. I usually have to scrape crusty eggs from the side of the pan. But with Bialetti pans, the clean up is easy.  So in addition to the trendy colors, it's also a high quality pan. It's sturdy and well made and I'm sure it will last for years. The stylish  color options will compliment any kitchen.  And most importantly, prices are affordable, even though its a high end, quality product.

Check out the Bialetti website  and be sure to check out all the other amazing, European style products they have available.  Your holiday shopping won't be complete without a visit to Bialetti.