by Kristen Wile

Give the home cooks on your list something they’ll use this year — and make selections like a pro. Here are what chefs around the city are hoping for this holiday season.

Made In Griddle
Wished for by: Shai Fargian, Yafo Kitchen

“Every meal we cook is for 6 to 8 people and it is life saving for us. You can buy a cheap electric one or a carbon one for your gas burner. We use it for eggs, French toast, pancakes, grilled cheese sandwiches (you can make 4 quesadillas in one round), and hamburgers.”

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Small Blackstone pizza oven and a cast iron grandma pie pan
Wished for by: Chris Coleman, Built On Hospitality

“I’ve been really digging that style of pizza lately. The crispy edges, the fluffy/chewy crust… it’s what my dreams have been made of lately.”

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Rolling knife sharpener
Wished for by: Alyssa Wilen, Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen

“I’ve gifted it to others and I don’t own one myself except at work. It would be great to have at home instead of pulling out all my stones, that can be a process. This is easy!”

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Chef’s knife
Wished for by: Chef Ammalu Saleh, Serengeti Kitchen

“A Japanese chef’s knife, like one from Shun or Global, is at the top of my wish list this year. Their precision, sharpness, and balance make prep work not only efficient but also enjoyable. Plus, their craftsmanship is absolutely stunning. It is a tool that inspires creativity in the kitchen.”

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Ankarsrum Original Stand Mixer 
Wished for by: Raffaele Patrizi, Mano Bella Artisan Foods

“It’s a Swedish home kitchen mixer that’s great for making breads and pizza dough.”

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