Ninja Double Stack 7.6L 2-Drawer Air Fryer
Two stacked drawers in the footprint of one — handy in a small kitchen.
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Bialetti Moka Express (6 cup)
The original Italian stovetop coffee maker. Simple and iconic.
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Bowls, measuring cups, sieve and colander that nest into one neat stack.
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Slim, accurate and easy to store. A baking essential.
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The Christmas Day classic (arguments not included).
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A cosy festive puzzle for the quiet days between Christmas and New Year.
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Ottolenghi's flavour-packed recipes, written for weeknight cooking.
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Small, practical and beautifully made.
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Kitchen Kit
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Ninja Foodi 6-in-1 Dual Zone 7.6L Air Fryer
Crisp results with less oil.
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Crisp results with less oil.
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Crisp results with less oil.
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A sharp, balanced knife.
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A pan for life.
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A pan for life.
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A pan for life.
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A baker’s workhorse for doughs, cakes and meringues.
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A baker’s workhorse for doughs, cakes and meringues.
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A baker’s workhorse for doughs, cakes and meringues.
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Baking
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Amazon Basics 6-Piece Nonstick Baking Tray Set
Tins and tools for keen bakers.
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Bake bread at home.
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Decorate like a pro.
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Recipes to inspire a keen baker.
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Recipes to inspire a keen baker.
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Recipes to inspire a keen baker.
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Classic stand mixers and attachments.
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Classic stand mixers and attachments.
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Reusable non-stick mats.
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Reusable non-stick mats.
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Cookbooks
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Ottolenghi COMFORT: The No.1 Sunday Times bestseller
Vibrant, vegetable-led cooking.
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Vibrant, vegetable-led cooking.
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Comforting, joyful recipes.
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Comforting, joyful recipes.
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Comforting, joyful recipes.
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Reliable recipes from a much-loved cook.
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Reliable recipes.
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Popular everyday recipes.
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Tasting & Treats
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Thoughtfully, Olive Oil Gift Set
Quality oils to try.
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Quality oils to try.
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Make your own cheese.
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A tasting tour of good chocolate.
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Spices from around the world.
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Spices from around the world.
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A luxurious finishing oil.
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A luxurious finishing oil.
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A luxurious finishing oil.
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Hosting
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Bamboo Cheese Board Set
For grazing boards and parties.
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A handsome serving board.
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A handsome serving board.
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For dinner parties.
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For dinner parties.
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For dinner parties.
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A games-night favourite for hosting.
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A games-night favourite for hosting.
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A games-night favourite for hosting.
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For drinks parties.
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For drinks parties.
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Small plates for sharing.
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Questions
What do you buy a foodie for Christmas UK?
Ideas in this guide include Ninja Double Stack 7.6L 2-Drawer Air Fryer, Bialetti Moka Express (6 cup) and Joseph Joseph Nest 9 Plus food prep set. Cookbooks and quality kitchen kit are long-lasting choices.
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