Top Chef Inspired Bridal Shower Favors : Kitchen Favors, Foodie Gifts

"Love Beyond Measure" Stainless-Steel Measuring Spoons Baby Shower Favor

Kitchen-themed bridal showers are very "in," and what better way to thank your guests than with practical, heart-shaped measuring spoons?

They'll remember your special day with a smile each time they make their award-winning chocolate chip cookies with these charming, heart-shaped measuring spoons!

Heart-shaped measuring spoons are crafted from stainless-steel

Spoons measure approximately 5 h x 2 1/4 w

Gift box measures 5 3/4 h x 2 w x 1 d

Delightful gift presentation includes a white box covered with multi-colored polka dots and circles, a white-organza ribbon and bow, and a matching tag with a baby sitting in a spoon and the words "Love Beyond Measure"

The four spoons feature "measures of love" on one side with traditional measurements on the other: "A Pinch of Patience" = 1/4 teaspoon; "A Dash of Kindness" = 1/2" teaspoon; "A Spoonful of Laughter" = one teaspoon; "A Heap of Love" = one tablespoon

Women's Apron Original Pink and Chocolate Stripes and Polka Dots

Are you helping to set up at a baby shower, following a baptism, for a Bridesmaid's luncheon, etc.? Often we're dressed up but have to set up the punch, buffet lunch, cake table, etc. Having some cute aprons available would be such a great idea!

Are you having a cooking demo? A baking shower? Handing out matching aprons for the shower, beautiful favors that each guest may take home will make this shower special and memorable.

Getting together for a practice session prepping the cupcakes for the reception? Making food for the favor-making fest? You'll be glad these pretty aprons have got you covered. Go Team Bride!

Do you love vintage inspired aprons? This is vintage and contemporary, and is ideal for any party princess, bridesmaid or anyone else who wants to look cool while cooking, baking and being the perfect hostess.

Many other styles are available! Want to match the wedding colors? Offer the bride a unique apron all her own?

Heart Measuring Cup Set (5-pc.) by Tin Woodsman

As seen on Paula's Home Cooking, these lovely Heart Collection measuring cups are designed and hand-crafted in America.

Accurate, durable and made to be used.

They add a special, sweet touch to your countertop.

Cup capacities: 1/4-cup, 1/3-cup, 1/2-cup, and 1-cup.

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Whisked Away Heart Whisk Wedding Favors

Adorable kitchen utensils with a romantic twist, our "Whisked Away" Heart Whisk Wedding Favors will wow your wedding guests!

How cute would some of these be on a kitchen-themed wedding Christmas tree!

Perfect for adding a little love to any recipe, these heart whisk wedding favors are especially suited for kitchen-themed bridal showers. Foodies and non-foodies alike will love these whimsical little heart whisk wedding favors!

Each stainless steel whisk has a cleverly enclosed heart, as well as a heart shaped handle, and is presented in a chic black and silver sweetheart gift box. A white ribbon with a chef's hat tag that says "thank you" adds to the culinary theme.

How to host a foodie-inspired bridal shower! How about Have each person come up with a recipe or a technique they'd like to share and demonstrate it??

Fleur De Lis Design Coffee Scoop Favors
Known as a stylish symbol of French culture and royal elegance, the stately fleur de lis is always a classic.

And, this fleur de lis coffee scoop favor certainly puts a royal twist on a useful utensil! A web exclusive, each silver chrome metal coffee scoop favor measures 3 3/4" x 1 1/2" and has a dramatic carved fleur de lis at the tip of its handle above a perfectly measured round scoop.

Great as French themed favors, fairy tale wedding favors, and anytime you want to make your guests feel like royalty, each fleur de lis coffee scoop favor comes in a clear topped box with a fleur de lis design base and royal checkerboard design staging insert, tied with a white organza ribbon and an attached matching design "For You" tag.

A Slice of Love Stainless-Steel Pizza Cutter in Miniature Pizza Box

Pizza cutter favors. Pizza parties are the ultimate social gathering, combining a relaxed atmosphere with great food and fun conversation. Cut cookie dough, too!

How about the idea of a pizza-themed engagement party, where the two families and different sets of friends can get to know each other in an informal-yet-memorable setting.

These pizza cutter wedding favors are the perfect party favors for such an event, and they're also great for Italian-themed parties and weddings, too!

Each stainless steel pizza cutter has a white plastic grip and is packaged in a miniature red-and-white pizza box with a display window and black-and-white checkerboard accents.

The pizza cutter wedding favors are tied with a sheer white organza ribbon and a matching "Hot and Fresh For You" tag.

Amore Stainless Steel Pizza Cutter

From the manufacturer:
These heart design stainless steel pizza cutter favors are a real slice of heaven. When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie - that's amore!

Each measures 8 1/2" x 2 1/2" x 3/4" and features sturdy stainless steel construction with heart design details at the tip of the handle and at the center of the circular blade.

Each comes attractively packaged in a signature clear plastic display box with a silver, black and white striped insert base, wrapped with a heart design "For You" sleeve and a white organza bow.


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Olive You! Glass LOVE Oil Bottle in Signature Tuscan Box

Each glass olive oil bottle is embellished with the word, "LOVE," with an olive for the "O."

Presented in a clear display box adorned with an olive branch design. A card is included.

Olive Tray and Spreader Wedding Favors

Olive dish. These adorable olive dishes are practical wedding favors, perfect for the culinary enthusiasts. Having a Tuscany-inspired wedding?

Created from quality ceramic. Set includes an olive dish and a spreader, has concentric sections and "LOVE" in the middle with an olive for the "O."

The stainless steel spreader is designed with ceramic olives on the handle. Gift-packaged in a display box with a black base and a sage-green top.

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Heart Shaped Cookie Cutter

These heart shape tin cookie cutters are best selling favors.

This set of three wedding cookie cutters come in a clear acetate box that's tied with a silver stretchy ribbon, ready for gift giving at your bridal shower, anniversary party or other event.

Pair these cute cookie cutter favors with the scrumptious Personalized "Love is Sweet" Sugar Cookie Mix Wedding Favors (sold separately).

Stainless-Steel Chopsticks Wedding Favors in Artistic Sleeve

# Pair of stainless-steel chopsticks with etched circle accents near the tips
# Chopsticks measure 9" long
# Sleeve is 9 ¼" l x 1 1/3" w
# Sold in a set of 12
# White card has "For You" on one side and space for personalization on the other
# Personalized is not included. Some Assembly Required
# Gift presentation includes stylish, delicate floral-patterned sleeve, chopsticks tied together with small, white-grosgrain ribbon and removable white card

Chocolate Cups Wedding Favors

Chocolate Cups Wedding Favors remind your guests of you and your event every time they open the cabinet!

Cute cocoa mugs are ideal for fall and winter weddings. If you're planning cute cocoa-themed wedding favors, count on these chic chocolate cups to complete the look!

How about stuffing them with the Personalized "Fall for Love" Personalized Hot Cocoa Wedding Favors (sold separately).

Food Network Star

An all access behind-the-scenes pass to one of the Food Network's hit shows, including recipes, photos and trivia. The official companion book to the Food Network's hit show Food Network Star takes fans through each season of the show's long run, from the contestant drama to the zany food challenges to the recipes and Food Network stars created along the way.

Filled with kitchen-tested recipes from the show, accompanied by beautiful color photographs and behind-the-scenes photos, Food Network Star:

The Official Insider's Guide to America's Hottest Food Show also includes cast biographies, Q&As, and fascinating trivia. Here, too are insights from celebrity judges Bob Tuschman, Susie Folgelson, Bobby Flay, and others, as well as stories from contestants such as Guy Fieri, Adam Gertler, Melissa D'Arabian, Tom Pizzica and Aarti Sequeira.

Part fan-guide, part cookbook, Food Network Star: The Official Insider's Guide to America's Hottest Food Show is the perfect gift for a loyal fan who loves to cook.

Barefoot Contessa Family Style: Easy Ideas and Recipes That Make Everyone Feel Like Family

With so many things to organize in the lead up to your wedding, it might just be a good idea to keep wedding food and drink uncomplicated. But to ensure your and your guests taste buds are satisfied, choosing seasonal and high quality food are the best things you could do. Not hard to do - and still affordable.

The hardest part of choosing what food and drink to have for your wedding is trying to suit everyone's tastes. You should choose a menu that suits a range of tastes so that the majority of your guests will really enjoy their food, looking back on your wedding day as quite memorable.

There are many options for food at your reception but we have narrowed it down to three, to help you make a decision more easily. You can have canapés - snack food -, a buffet or a sit down lunch or dinner, depending on when your reception is.

Financial crisis and food

During tougher economical times, a buffet could be a good option as it's most cost effective. There's a great range of foods you can choose if you opt for the buffet, so that it doesn't matter if your guests are vegetarians, vegans or meat lovers, they can select whatever they like.

Canapes

Canapes are usually the more expensive option so if you choose canapés you may like to look around before you decide on a menu. Remember that some guests may not have had breakfast, so it would probably not be a good idea for them to drink on an empty or near-empty stomach.

As a general rule, allow about six canapés per person (before lunch) and 14 or more per person (for a rinks and canapés reception only). A good combination of canapés to choose for your guests would consist of half hot and half cold canapés, with at least 30 per cent vegetarian and 10 vegan. Make sure that you have capable staff who can tell your guests what the canapés are. Make sure they are well briefed before they perform their role. Try not to select canapés that are hard to eat, as you and your guests could end up with quite a mess.

Entrees

Make your life easier by choosing simple entrees that are easy to eat and use seasonal produce. If you want to suit everyone, a cold, vegetarian dish is the best you could choose here. It's also easy to eat and can be served as soon as everyone is seated.

Main course

If you choose to have a buffet for your wedding it's a good idea to tell your staff when each table can go and collect their food to prevent overcrowding and consequential chaos. If you have selected to have a sit down lunch or dinner, a dish that is easily prepared and can be served on a single plate will make the job a lot easier for both chefs and staff.

Like the entree, consider the time of year your reception will be held to determine the best tasting produce. Your guests will definitely be satisfied with their meals if they are made from seasonal produce. Consider basic notions such as the fact most people probably won't want to eat a cold meal if it's the middle of an icy winter. Alternatively, a big pork roast might make your guests sweat glands overproduce if you choose this meal in the middle of a sweltering summer.

Be aware of any of your guests' food allergies to make sure you have alternatives for them. Chefs will usually cater to such requests. Also be aware of age. Elderly people and small children probably won't eat as much.

Dessert

While your choice of dessert will be appreciated if it is massively indulgent, try not to go overboard with your puddings and don't make them too rich. Generally individual plates served at the tables are the and easiest way to serve dessert.

Again be careful of seasons. If you're having your wedding during summer it's probably a good idea not to have puddings that may melt or collapse, or are incredibly rich and heavy. Sometimes couples choose to have their wedding cake as the pudding. This is both an economical and practical option, but there are many different pudding ideas you can have.

Desserts are also the perfect meal to be more decorative with. Add coulis, berries, or sauces to the desserts to make them just that little bit extra enticing.

Coffee and tea

Because not everyone will have coffee or tea it might save from making the tables less cluttered by not laying down cups and saucers. Having a separate table for coffee and tea is the best thing to do here. It will also encourage your guests to move off their table and circulate and socialise. You may like to add a plate of petit four or slices of wedding cake on this table.

G. Brown is a writer for Wedding.com.au, a Australian wedding directory. To read other articles on wedding catering and services or to find wedding-related Australian businesses please visit Wedding.com.au today.
By Glen Anthony Brown
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Royal blue shopping tote is made from heavyweight cotton canvas - perfect for big shopping trips!

Take this along while gathering supplies for your own cooking challenges!

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Iron Chef America/Supreme Cuisine

Iron Chef Wii: You better start preparing for battle now if you want to stand a chance in Destineer's new Iron Chef America: Supreme Cuisine for the Nintendo Wii. Recreating all the blistering speed and intense action of the Food Network's hit television show, players will be faced with epic culinary battles centered around special theme ingredients and hundreds of exotic dish variations.

Take Up the Role of Master Chef
In Iron Chef America: Supreme Cuisine players square off in the Kitchen Stadium and battle through a series of lighting-paced culinary challenges. Victory won't be easy, but each one advances players towards a final showdown that will ultimately take place to determine who will reign supreme as the next Iron Chef America. But to get there you must make your way through the gauntlet of master chefs and impress the discriminating judges with their discerning and sometimes downright harsh judgement.

Enjoy the Amazing Talent
Celebrity chefs Mario Batali, Cat Cora, and Masahuru Morimoto have loaned not only their likenesses to the game, but their voices as well. Under the watchful eye of The Chairman and Alton Brown, players can play as these world-famous chefs but eventually must face off against them. Either way, your contest will be narrated by the host, and martial arts master, Mark Dacascos himself.

Participate in Awesome Culinary Battles
You may be used to grandma calmly whipping up a family dinner, but anybody who has seen the show knows that this won't be a lazy day in the kitchen. Iron Chef America: Supreme Cuisine challenges players to complete several dishes simultaneously using the Wii remote as your cooking tools.

Be ready to chop, stir, mince, fry and more, sometimes frantically trying to do several things at once, all while keeping your eye on that all-important clock! Featuring 15 different theme ingredients, gamers will have to create and combine from three to six separate, mouth-watering dishes from hundreds of possible combinations to move onward in competition.

Users can even move beyond the game's chefs to play with their friends and family. Add another player and challenge them in a head-to-head cook-off, or decide to work together for a true melding of two culinary masters! No matter how you slice it, Iron Chef America: Supreme Cuisine will provide you with challenges and fun for hour after hour.

Chef's Choice WafflePro Five-of-Hearts WafflePro Waffle Iron

With a new modern design and a unique "floating" top plate, the Chef'sChoice WafflePro is one of the more advanced waffle makers on the market. In as little as 90 seconds, your waffles (five heart-shapes) will be ready for serving. The unique Quad baking system lets you select the ideal flavor, texture and color.

With a simple flip of the texture select switch, you can choose either fast bake for crisper waffles with a soft, oven-fresh interior, or deep bake for a more uniform texture.

This professional, heavy-duty waffle iron offers a "waffle ready" beeper, "baking" and "ready" lights, instant temperature recovery for continuous baking.

There is a nonstick deep channel griddle and an easy-clean overflow channel.

The "floating" lid guarantees uniform waffle thickness and baking and ensures incredibly easy cleanup every time.

With a built-in cord storage compartment, the waffle maker can be efficiently stored in a space-saving, upright position.

Wilton 9-in. Nonstick Excelle Elite Heart-Shaped Springform Pan

Bake a cheesecake or a layered, gelatin dessert in the shape of a heart! After baking, unsnap the buckle on the side and your dessert comes out perfectly with no torn or messy sides.

Excelle Elite is Wilton's premium bakeware line, combining superior nonstick performance with an elegant design for the highest level of baking satisfaction.

Included in this line is this heart springform pan. The pan is made of heavy-duty steel so there's no warping even through years of use. Has a 10-year warranty.

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Elegant Japanese Calligraphy Tea Set

For your parents, bridesmaid gifts or the hosts of your engagement party, this authentic Elegant Japanese Calligraphy Tea Set is a beautiful way to show your appreciation.

The traditional Japanese tea ceremony imparts honor to your guests, and our beautiful calligraphy tea set is lovely for sharing a ritual or for adding a hint of Japanese décor to a home.

This black porcelain tea set includes a hand painted teapot embellished with gorgeous Japanese calligraphy and 4 tea cups, making it perfect for entertaining, or just for an afternoon cup of green tea.

Set includes a teapot and four tea cups. Made in Japan.

Le Creuset 2-qt. Enameled Cast Iron Heart-Shaped Covered Casserole, Cherry

Every day is Valentine's Day! Le Creuset's heart-shaped casserole is perfect for cooks who want to add a special touch to their meals.

Made of passion-red porcelain enamel on cast iron, the 2-quart capacity is just right for candlelit dinners for two.

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Heart Shaped Fondue Pot - 6 piece Set

Fondue - the food of love! This elegant heart shaped Fondue Set is such a romantic way to share dessert at your rehearsal dinner or wedding reception.

Sweet or savory, chocolate or chees - you choose. Fondues are now "in" again, and this is much more intimate than having dozens of guests dodging the children encircling the chocolate fountain. (Yuck, did anyone say floaties!)

It encourages the guests to linger and mingle at the tables. Who knows - your best friend from high school may just fall in love with your new hubbie's college buddy, right over this heart fondue set! Also, a perfect start to a romantic Valentine's Day evening.

Includes ceramic heart shaped pot, chrome stand with place for a votive, and four forks. Dimensions 5 ½" x 5 1/2".

TIP: Ideal to place in the center of the standing bar tables that are so popular at receptions today.

Personalized 2 Qt Acrylic Pitcher - Free Monogram

This lovely crystal-clear acrylic pitcher is a perfect addition to anyone's kitchen.

A stunning hostess gift or housewarming gift for a new couple. So versatile, Use with your crystal for the dining table or for serving lemonade poolside.

The squared sleek lines, and smooth rounded handle are accentuated by a custom monogram in your choice of three styles. Never a charge for personalization.

Matching acrylic 14 oz square highball glass and 18 oz iced tea glass are also available.

Cake Boss Baking Fan Set

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Carlo's Bakery Black Apron

I Heart Cake Mug with Spoon

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Personalized Barbeque Branding Iron

Unique personalized branding iron is made of 100% stainless steel and great for barbeques and anytime you are making steak and other meats.

Heat the iron up, such as on top of hot coats with barbequeing, and your finished meats will have your initials on them when done.

The iron measures 16.5 inches long x 3.5 inches wide x 3.5 inches high.

If you do not want personalization leave the personalization fields blank. Monogram (3 Upper Case Characters)

Please only enter English characters, unable to reproduce foreign characters, a tilde or an accent mark.

The personalization is free. Order now!

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Georgetown Cupcake TLC Candy Topper Dozen

TLC Candy Topper Cupcakes Flavor Assortment (pictured above/at right):

Top Row Key Lime: Fresh key lime cupcake with a key lime frosting topped with a candied lime
Mint Cookies & Cream: Madagascar bourbon vanilla cupcake baked with oreo crumbles topped with a mint oreo crumble-infused buttercream frosting
Chocolate Birthday: Valrhona chocolate cupcake topped with a traditional sweet vanilla buttercream frosting topped with rainbow sprinkles Salted Caramel: Caramel cupcake with a salted caramel-infused buttercream frosting topped with a caramel drizzle

Middle Row
Milk Chocolate Birthday: Classic yellow birthday cupcake topped with a milk chocolate buttercream frosting and rainbow sprinkles
Red Velvet: Georgetown Cupcake's signature cupcake classic red velvet cupcake with a vanilla cream cheese frosting topped with a red fondant heart
Chocolate Ganache: Valrhona chocolate cupcake with a thin layer of Callebaut chocolate ganache icing topped with a fondant flower
Coconut: Classic coconut cupcake with a vanilla cream cheese frosting capped with a cloud of shredded coconut

Bottom Row
Chocolate PB Chip: Valrhona chocolate cupcake baked with peanut butter chips topped with a peanut butter frosting and a chocolate ganache drizzle
Lemon Berry: Light lemon and raspberry cupcake with a raspberry frosting topped with a candied lemon
Toffee Crunch: Toffee cupcake with a toffee-infused vanilla frosting topped with crushed heath bar
Banana Split: Fresh banana cupcake with a fudge core topped with a vanilla cream cheese frosting, a fudge drizzle, hazelnuts, rainbow bobbles, and a maraschino cherry

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Elegant Lace Favor Bag of Personalized M&M'S

A beautiful lace fabric bag favor adds a touch of elegance to your Personalized MY M&M'S. Measures Approx. 3" x 1.5" x 4". (1.75oz)

Personalized Jelly Belly Dispensers

Design your own personalized/monogrammed party favors. Color Coordinated. Would one or a few of these cute boxes have a surprise inside? A special treat different from the rest? You decide how to fill them!

Find 7 different favors to choose from - 3 styles of Candy Boxes and Tins, Memo Pads, Napkin Rings, Tea Favors and NEW Votive Candles.

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Chef! - The Complete Collection (Series 1-3)

Hungry for a laugh? The BBC serves up more than a few chuckles in this engaging sitcom about imperious chef Gareth Blackstock (Lenny Henry), a stern taskmaster who runs his kitchen with an iron fist, a lightning tongue, and a silver palate.

The show combines some of the best elements of episodic drama and zany comedy, generously seasoned with sensual splashes of fine French cuisine. (Picture Julia Child crossed with Fawlty Towers' John Cleese following a script by the creators of thirtysomething and you get the general idea.) -- Amazon