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Top 10 Tech Gifts for Cooks - 2008

Gourmet cooking is not just for the professional chefs anymore. These days, the average Jane (or Joe) can crank out some pretty amazing meals. That means two things, a better holiday meal this year and a great area of holiday gifts to focus on.

Another great thing about gifts for cooks is the huge price range. There are some great gifts for as little as $5 and some really great stuff up in the hundreds. A couple tips for getting the right gift:

• Make an educated choice. Search the drawers, or call someone who can, before you buy something the person already has. 
• What kind of cook are they? Griller, baker, etc.? That will help to narrow down your options
• Style is important. Make sure you get something that matches their kitchen.

If you still can't make a choice, no worries, the DeGeeked Crew has done the leg work for you.

1. CDN Proaccurate Digital Programmable Probe Thermometer
2. Escali Primo Digital Multifunctional Scale, Chrome
3. Oster 4207 Electric Wine Opener
4. KitchenAid KSM150PSER Artisan Series 5-Quart Mixer, Empire Red
5. CDN Proaccurate Stainless Digital Thermometer
6. Cuisinart CSB-77 Smart Stick Hand Blender with Whisk and Chopper Attachments
7. AeroPress Coffee and Espresso Maker
8. Senseo HD7832 Supreme Single-Serve Gourmet Coffeemaker with LCD Display, Silver
9. Vinturi Essential Wine Aerator
10. Proctor Silex K2070H 1-Quart Automatic Electric Kettle, White

And remember, it always pays to have a good cook in the family.