In a sea of food and entertaining gift ideas, here are some thoughtful gifts with a Florida spin.
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Good Catch: Recipes and Stories Celebrating the Best of Florida’s Waters
Get ready to cook the freshest fish Florida has to offer. This book features gorgeous photography, informative stories on local fishing practices and seasonality, restaurants you can trust for top quality seafood, and of course, many delicious recipes. If you buy this for a friend, just make sure they know they’ll be hosting you for a fish dinner in the near future. $22
Giant Gummy Gator
The ideal stocking stuffer for gummy candy enthusiasts, this giant gator measures up at 11.5″ x 3.5″ x 1.25″ and weighs 3/4 pound. Its scaly texture is just the right amount of creepy and it might take you a week to eat it but this is probably the most fun anybody could have with something gummy. $19
Lodge Cast-Iron Skillet
If you need one piece of cookware in your home, it should be a cast-iron skillet. From this creamy risotto with seared scallops to pizzas and desserts, the number of incredible things you could cook in this 12-inch skillet feels limitless. Every meal is a home run when you cook with cast-iron and honestly, a sizzling steak from the skillet yields a far better result than any grill can offer. $48
Key Lime Pie
Forget fruit baskets this year, pies are what people really want. Key lime pies aren’t all that difficult to whip up (check out this recipe)—but something even better—a courier gifting you with a creamy taste of the Florida Keys in the midst of your blustery winter. Head to Key Lime Pie Co. and place your order for their namesake showstopper made with 100% natural ingredients and a handmade graham cracker crust. Your friends and family in the northern climes will be forever grateful. $21
Cuda Knife and Sheath Set
In our seafood-centric state, many of us head out on the weekends in search of our own fresh catch. This 6-inch Cuda fillet knife with its sturdy, razor-sharp blade will slice through slippery skin and tough bones with ease. This is a great addition for the friend you’ll give the Good Catch Cookbook to. $15
Orange Appeal: Savory and Sweet
Get a jump on the citrus season with this delightful cookbook dedicated to the versatile and bright, juicy orange. Author Jamie Schler, a Florida native, shares easy to follow recipes like the Zucchini and Spinach Quiche with Orange, Dates, Feta, and Thyme and the Orange, Ricotta, and Chèvre Tart in Orange-Almond Pastry Crust. Find the right person to give this to and an orange-scented menu awaits you this winter. $16
Indoor/Outdoor Kettle Smoker
Never buy premade smoked fish again. This is the ultimate gift for home cooks that want to be challenged. This stovetop smoker is reasonably sized and gets the job done from the comforts of your kitchen. Make your favorite fish dip or use it to scratch the itch for tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs. Want to make the neighbors jealous? Take it outside and fire it up on the grill. Smokers come complete with base, water drip pan, smoking rack, thermometers, wood chips, and high dome cover. $59
Wondermade Marshmallows
We love Wondermade hand-crafted marshmallows. These fluffy, little nuggets are made in Sanford, Florida, and come in a variety of interesting flavors. Thing is, they are all so darn good—from the simplicity of vanilla to the luxurious gold-dusted champagne marshmallows—if you give these to someone and they don’t smile…be wary. $8
Florida Spirits
Stock your bar with locally made Florida spirits. Your out of town guests will love to clink glasses with an old-fashioned shaken with Palm Ridge Reserve whiskey or mix a classic gin and tonic with the citrusy flavors of old world gin from St. Augustine Distillery. A wide variety of Florida spirits is available at Broudy’s—your Sunshine State martini is just a click away.
Speakeasy Coupe Glasses
Now that you’ve purchased all of those fine Florida spirits, honor them properly and serve them in something classy. These vintage-inspired coupe glasses can hold a full cocktail with ample room to move about the party without spillage. $17
