Gift Ideas Under $25
The perfect slice every time!
This adjustable dial & slice cheese plane from Zyliss allows you to slice cheese in any thickness, simply by dialing the adjustable wheel. Cuts all types of hard and semi-hard cheese from extra thin to approximately ¼" thick. The stainless steel edge allows you to create bite-size pieces or cut larger portions of cheese.
$15.00 each
Create your own coffee and espresso bar at home!
Create your own coffee bar at home with recipes for over 30 different coffee drinks including cappuccino, latte and macchiato. "Coffee and Espresso" by Tania Dusy also provides tips on how to foam your own milk, and recipes for homemade syrups and other sweet treats to accompany your coffee drink.
$10.95 each
Just snap & clip - what could be easier!
The world's easiest way to reseal a bag, this clever clip reseals bags tightly in just the blink of an eye. Just twist the top of your open bag, compress Snappy Seal, insert the bag into the slot and release! With magnetic backing, these handy clips can be kept of the fridge, ready to serve your every need! Available in yellow, blue, red & green.
$2.50 each
Great stocking stuffers for the young (and young at heart)
This festive coloured popcorn is a proverbial favourite, and is available in tall cone shaped "tree" packages in holiday red and holiday green.
$5.00 each
World's Best Pot Scrubber
These handy little pot scrubbers are flying off the shelves. In vibrant colours, customers are raving that these are the best scrub cloths they've ever used.
$3.00 each
Don't lose your cork any more!
This unique retrieving tool by Argyle will become an important accessory for every well equipped wine cellar. Remove slipping corks from inside wine bottles without spoiling your favourite wine. Works first time every time!
$9.95 each
Down the drain in style!
This 6-inch wide colander features easy grip handles for rinsing and draining and a stable raised bottom. It is made of melamine and is resistant to acids, alkali, and stains. Dishwasher-safe. Available in blue, white, pink, red, lime green & orange.
$9.95
Oil and vinegar made easy!
A convenient way to handle your oil and vinegar. This unique bottle features an automatic pouring system, dripless spout, and is dishwasher safe.
$5.75 each
Avoid cross contamination!
This unique set of four cutting boards has graphics on each cutting board: one with a chicken, one with a cow, one with a carrot and one with a fish. Each emblem indicates the type of food that can be cut on that particular board - you'll never worry about cross contamination again. Set of four boards have silicone backing which provides non-skid performance. Top rack dishwasher safe.
$19.99 set
Skrub a dub, dub...
Make the task of cleaning potatoes, vegetables and fruit quick and easy with this set of 2 scrubbing gloves. This new patented invention eliminates the need for unhygienic sponges and bristle brushes. Simple and brilliant, the Skrub'A features a unique rugged surface that enables skin and dirt to be removed easily. The knitted elastic material results in a one-size-fits-all glove that can be easily rinsed and wrung out. The airy knit allows for the gloves to dry quickly after use, and they can be washed in the dishwasher or washing machine!
$12.95 each
Christmas Treats from Gourmet Village
What better treat than a delightful mug of hot chocolate on a cold winter's evening. Gourmet Du Village offers many flavours and sizes of hot chocolate packages - perfect for just about anyone on your holiday list. Try their new "Deck the Halls" and "Naughty or Nice" gift kits which include hot chocolate, a sweet treat, and that play a delightful holiday Christmas song when you open the package!
From $4.95 each
A gift of wine and so much more!
When you bring a bottle of wine to your next holiday gathering, wrap it up in style with the Rabbit neoprene insulated wine bottle cover. Made with the same fabric as wet suits, this insulated cover keeps wine perfectly chilled and includes rubber coated handles and high quality stitching and piping.
This holiday season deliver your wine and hostess gift in one neatly wrapped package!
$10.00 each
Serving up breakfast in style!
If you are having overnight guests during the holiday season, serve up breakfast in style with the help of these silicone egg rings. Available in a variety of styles including star shapes, circles, and hearts, you can make restaurant style egg sandwiches in the comfort of your home. Casual and fun, these egg forms are heat resistant to 500F and dishwasher safe.
$4.99 each
Fondue entertaining for the holidays!
Angelika Illies encourages you to relax with friends and pamper them with culinary delights with her new book "Irresistible Fondues". All ingredients can be prepared well in advance so you can enjoy your guests once they arrive. Everyone cooks together at the dining room table. Fondues have come a long way from the ones you may remember in the 1970s. Try a fondue this holiday season and let this handy book be your guide!
$10.95 each
Enjoy garlicky goodness!
This unique garlic press from Cuisipro has a non-slip base so it can be used on the countertop or held in the hand. Garlic is quickly pushed through the large hopper onto the removable spoon built directly into the base. The removable spoon holds up to 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of freshly pressed garlic so that it can be easily transferred to a bowl or pan. The end of the spoon can be used to scrape away any garlic remaining in the press. Non-stick finish. Easy to clean and dishwasher safe.
$21.99 each
Keeping track of notes and recipes has never been easier!
This free standing magnetic clip can be used in a variety of ways. Hang it on the fridge to keep notes and lists, or stand it up on your counter to hold your recipe cards. Available in a variety of fun colours. Grab a bunch and drop one or more in each of the stockings you need to fill.
$3.95 each
There's a "mouse" in the house...
The "Multi-Mouse" opener fits perfectly on almost any size metal can, beverage pop tops and plastic or metal twist-off caps. It looks like a computer mouse and fits easily in the palm of your hand to provide perfect leverage and control for opening virtually any kind of jar or bottle. Just attach the magnetic mouse to your refrigerator any have this handy tool at your fingertips whenever you need it. Available in blue, red, green or black.
$9.99 each
Shine it up... just like Martha Stewart
The Cape Cod polish cloth removes tarnish faster and more completely than all other polishes.
As featured in Martha Stewart living.
2 cloths for $5.99 or holiday gift tin for $24.95
It's a snap!
The Clipeez Clips have rubberized lips that provide a secure grip on paper, plastic and other materials, making them the perfect way to secure closure of any package. With their magnetic back, they are also extremely useful for hanging notes or lists on the refrigerator. Available in yellow, blue, red & green.
$1.95 each
The "coolest tool" for your kitchen!
With so many valuable uses, our Cool Tool is destined to become irreplaceable in the kitchen. This innovative new tool combines the durability of Le Creuset's silicone with functional design. Use as a pot holder, anti-skid mat, jar gripper, surface protector or even as a garlic peeler. Available in 10 colours.
$11.00 each
For the wine lover!
Gently release wine into your decanter with this mouth blown glass funnel and provide optimum aeration and allow the flavour and bouquet of the wine to flourish. Suitable for most decanters of all shapes and sizes.
$16.50 each
Clip It! Grip It! Hold It!
The "Cook Hook" is a silicone towel hook that allows you to magnetically clip and hold a towel almost anywhere: aprons, drawer pulls, doors knobs, belt loops, appliance handles, or golf bags. Features magnetic closure. The uses are endless - try it and you'll be "hooked".
$6.95 each
Slice & Go!
These handy paring knives from Kuhn Rikon are made of a high-quality carbon steel blade with a nonstick coating and safety sheath. Available in red, yellow, blue, lime green, orange & pink. The safety sheath makes these perfect for sticking in a drawer, or even in a bag or lunch bag.
$13.00 each
A taste of Niagara for the holidays!
Essence of Niagara offers unique flavours for your holiday table or as the perfect hostess gift. Made from Niagara VQA wines, Essence of Niagara premium wine vinegars and oils are available in elegant designer bottles. Their savoury jellies, with just a hint of sweetness are perfect on top of a thinly sliced baguette, cream cheese, brie or camembert, or drizzled over oven baked poultry at the end of roasting. For the holidays try their Vidal Maple Wine Vinegar or their Cinnamon Cranberry Vinegar Jelly or check out a more extensive selection of flavours in the store.
250 ml jellies - $6.95 each 250 ml wine vinegars from $12.95 each
Snap Fit Cookie Cutters by Cuisipro
Available in a variety of holiday shapes, these cookie cutters conveniently snap together for neat compact storage. Made of durable plastic, each set includes five delightful shapes that release dough with ease. Perfect for a seamless cut of cookies or canapés.
Available in round, fluted, stars and holiday tree shapes.
Dishwasher safe. 25 year warranty.
$11.99/set
Classic Peeler by Swissmar
With a carbon steel blade, the Classic Peeler thinly peels delicate fruit and vegetables like tomatoes, kiwi, mangoes and more.
Suitable for right or left hand use, with a side cutter that removes potato eyes and blemishes.
$5.00 each
Duncan's Kitchen Grips Pan Handle Sleeve
The pan handle sleeve fits easily over the handle of any pot or pan to make handling easy and safe. Safe for heat up to 500F and water and stain resistant, the Pan Handle Euro Sleeve is available in 4 bright colours.
A wide selection of mitts, hots pads and hand holders are also available.
Pan Handle Sleeve $14.99 for two
Trudeau Rotary Nut Cracker
Perfect for the holiday season, the easy to use Trudeau Rotary Nut Cracker, cracks the shell without any mess. Soft comfortable non-slip contour. Dishwasher safe. Cracks the shell and protects the nut.
Position nut and turn slowly clockwise.
$14.99 each
Typhoon Chopsticks
Add a little panache when serving take out Chinese food with your own stylish and colourful chopsticks.
These durable and sleek chopsticks are available in black and red, and somehow make serving take-out so much more acceptable!
Only $2.25/pair
Garlic Twist
Called the next generation in garlic tools, the Garlic Twist by Nextrend is a fun and easy to use. A handy way to crush and peel garlic, the Twist minces garlic to an ideal texture and then neatly gathers the garlic so it's ready for use with no waste.
And best of all, just rinse to clean!
$19.99 each
Brix Jar Key
This handy little gadget lets you open jars effortlessly by releasing air into the jar and removing the vacuum, allowing the lid to spin free effortlessly.
Dishwasher safe and made of unbreakable abs plastic.
$5.95 each
Gourmet Village Chicken Soup Mug Kit - great gift idea for teachers!
Gourmet du Village's new Chicken Soup and Mug kit features a hand-painted, embossed mug with the same design as the soup package.
The soup itself is a MSG-free mix that only requires the addition of hot water.
$10.95 each
SleekStor Collapsible Colander
Now you see it, now you don't... With this collapsible colander, you'll become a magician in the kitchen. Simply push the silicone out for a fully functional colander and then flatten it for storage. At only one inch thick, it fits in places that you'll have to see to believe. This innovative colander also has a lip, allowing it to rest within pots and pans and holds up to 12 ounces of your favorite foods. Constructed of 650°F heat resistant silicone, the SleekStor™ Collapsible Silicone Scoop Colander is sturdy enough to maintain its expanded shape while resting on a counter. Presto!
$24.95 each
Trudeau Crumb Vacuum
Perfect for a quick clean-up of your holiday table, the Trudeau Crumb Vacuum features one touch operation and soft nylon bristles that will not scratch surfaces. A simple glide across the table allows the crumb vacuum to pull up crumbs into the receptacle. Battery operated — requires 2AA batteries. Easy to empty crumb receptacle.
$13.95 each
Gamila Tea Stick
A contemplative toy that gently rocks as it infuses clouds of flavour before your eyes. The Gamila Tea Stick is the ultimate infuser for tea enthusiasts. Simply use the stick to scoop your loose tea, slide the handle, and place in your cup to steep. The Gamila Tea Stick provides optimum flow for steeping and is perfect for medium sized full-leaf teas. The Gamila Tea Stick is what happens when designers and connoisseurs meet for tea.
$24.95 each
Gourmet Village Hot Chocolate Canister
This unique ceramic canister contains a 250 gram pouch of delectable hot chocolate with pure chocolate morsels, and a chocolate spoon.
$16.95 each
Zyliss Can Opener
The Zyliss Lift & Lock Opener provides effortless tin opening. The opener clamps firmly to the can and the unique magnet feature lifts and releases the lid. Featuring rubberized non-slip handles and a five year guarantee.
$23.50 each
Menu Christmas Charms
Sprinkle warm-heartedness and stardust around. These elegant Christmas charms with magnetic locks are ready for hanging on branches, lamps and doors - singly or in festoons. Also makes a handsome table decoration around candles, napkins and glasses.
Available in a variety of patterns including holly, stars, bows, Christmas trees, hearts and angels.
$19.95 each
Endurance Stainless Steel Pizza Cutter
Forget pizza rollers! No need to let the cheese gum up the wheel or to let the toppings get pushed off the pizza. The Endurance World-Class Pizza Cutter has an extra large, 14" gently curving edge which cuts swiftly through pizza without disturbing the toppings. It also chops and dices. Designed for its balance and easy grip in heavy weight 18/10 stainless steel, featuring a 3" deep cutter.
$14.95 each
Nuscup Mini
Compact, durable and easy to use. The Nuscüp and Nuscüp mini are unlike anything else on the market. These scoops are the first ever adjustable measuring tools for the home cook that measures both liquid and dry ingredients.
Nuscup Mini $15.00 each
Gourmet Village Dip Chiller & Christmas Dip Trio
'Christmas in the Village' is a completely new collection, combining traditional favourite recipes and new tastes prepared especially for this season of celebration. The newest Dip Chiller will make the perfect centerpiece when you entertain your family and friends. 2 piece ceramic set, dishwasher safe, just add ice cubes and pair with a Gourmet du Village Dip Trio. Each trio (10.5"/26.5cm) contains a selection of 3 pouches of our dips; each pouch makes 2 cups of delicious dip. A perfect way to serve a variety of flavours to your guests.
Dip Chiller $7.99 each & Dip Trio $5.25 each
Italian Espress Coffee Scoop & Clip
Scoop and measure out whole or ground coffee with the Coffee Scoop ‘N Clip. Made from 18/10 stainless steel, it has a 1 ½ tablespoon capacity and a clip that can be used to close and secure coffee bags.
The 7" overall length provides easy reach into bags or canisters. Dishwasher safe.
$10.95 each
Egg Per'fect Egg Cook Timer
The color changing — heat sensitive EGG-PER'FECT sits right in the pot with your eggs. As the eggs cook, a visual color change on the graduated scale tells when they are soft, medium or hard by precisely sensing heat instead of time. The sensor accounts for the number of eggs, the amount of water, even the altitude at which the eggs are being cooked. Soft boiled eggs are as you like them... Every time. Hard boiled eggs are no longer overcooked, so they have perfectly colored yolks and a smooth texture.
$9.95 each
The Food Loop & Lace
The first heat resistant silicon lacing tool designed to replace kitchen string and toothpicks in the prep and cooking process.
Non stick, reusable, dishwasher safe and heat resistant to 675F, 22" long.
Stuff it; lace it; cinch it; cook it — with the Food Loop!
The food loop is $16.95 and the food loop lace is $12.95
Gourmet du Village Hot Chocolate Mug Sets
What could be a finer gift to give than one of our warming Hot Chocolate blends with a matching printed mug.
Each set contains a festive ceramic mug and two mini pouches of hot chocolate — enough to fill this generous mug!
Candy Cane Hot Chocolate Set and Penguin Hot Chocolate Set
$11.00 each
Classic Non-Stick Scrubber
This non-stick scrubber cleans glass, porcelain and non-stick cookware without scratching.
Use with warm water and a non-abrasive cleaner. Rinse thoroughly between uses.
$2.75 each
Super Garlicky Bread Dipper with Real Blue Cheese
The Garlic Box is located in southwestern Ontario and prides itself on using locally grown cold climate garlic. Their Super Garlicky Bread Dipper with Real Blue Cheese is excellent with bread, as a steak marinade or salad dressing, and absolutely delicious on pizza. Simply shake and pour bread dipper into a shallow serving dish, such as a Dalla Piazza dipping dish, then serve with fresh chunks of crusty bread. Wrap up a bottle of Super Garlicky Bread Dipper and a Dalla Piazza Dipping Dish as a perfect hostess gift this holiday season.
Super Garlicky Bread Dipper $12.50
Dalla Piazza Dipping Dish $6.00 each (available in 4 different designs)
E-Cloth
Great for cleaning just about anything, these amazing cleaning cloths provide a perfect cleaning system without the use of chemicals. Use just water for a “no-smear” clean. Made of heavy-duty microfibre fabric, each cloth washes up 300 times. The general purpose cloth cleans all hard surfaces including stainless, glass, marble, chrome, wood, and plastic, while the glass cloth cleans glass, mirrors & metals.
$9.99 each or two for $18.99
Trudeau Syrup Dispensers
Attractive and practical, this syrup dispenser looks great on any table. With a white top and base and a see-through body, the Trudeau Syrup Dispenser holds 16 ounces of syrup. Made of break resistant polycarbonate and featuring a spring activated slide back lever for ease of pouring, the dispenser is microwave and dishwasher safe.
$13.95 each
Pot Clip by Trudeau
Just clip this handy little gadget to the edge of your pot or bowl, and then hook your spoon or spatula onto the top of the clip, and your spoon won't slide into your pot. This multi-functional, heavy-duty clip is also useful in a variety of ways around the kitchen. Available in four funky colours.
$9.75 each
Riedel O Champagne Glasses — as featured in the Toronto Star
Maximilian Riedel (11th generation) presents his first glass series. The Riedel connoisseur will be surprised to find that this new glass series has something missing — there is no stem or base. So what is O? Riedel O is the new innovative take on the wine tumbler. In short: O is the ideal glass for every day use and for every occasion. It is fun, feels good to hold, looks trendy and it works! The designs of O are based on the benchmark shapes of Riedel Vinum. For the first time in glass history the design parameters such as shape of tumbler, size and diameter of rim, have been finely-tuned to enhance the world's most important grape varietals.
Set of 2 Riedel O Champagne Glasses - $21.80