Even the most well read foodie will find room for one of these on their bookshelf.

Baking: From My Home To Yours
by Dorie Greenspan

If the foodie on your list loves to bake then be sure to give them Dorie Greenspan's latest new gem. This beautiful book contains scrumptious recipes (like Perfection Pound Cake and Chocolate-Chocolate Chunk Muffins) and helpful tips all wrapped up in warm anecdotes. Baking: From My Home To Yours is available for $26.40.

The Omnivore's Dilemma
by Michael Pollan

Not everyone wants to know about where their food comes from, but in his latest expose, Michael Pollan follows food from beginning to end. Not always an easy read, but really fascinating and well written. A must for anyone who cares about what they eat. Buy The Omnivore's Dilemma for $18.86.

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Sometimes I spend so much time fretting over the main dish of my special holiday dinner that I forget all about the sides until the last minute. My happiness is quickly replaced with panic: what am I going to serve with my perfect roast/turkey/ham/prime rib? If you are experiencing a panic of these sorts at the moment (around the holidays cooking crises double in number!) then try this straightforward and uncomplicated recipe for candied carrots. It will pair nicely with any of the aforementioned mains and is a snap to prepare. To get this recipe, read more

Looking for an informal yet celebratory reason to entertain this season? Hold a get together where you make a comforting dinner and watch your dearest holiday special/movie/television show. The original cartoon version of How the Grinch Stole Christmas is my choice for this party, but BuzzSugar has a list of other holiday classics and holiday-ish films for you to choose from. To make the menu and get all the party details, read more