Gift Edit 2024

The 34 Best Gift Ideas for People Who Love (Like, *Really* Love) Cheese

Jennifer Beck Goldblatt
Jennifer Beck Goldblatt
Jennifer Beck Goldblatt has never passed a sale without slowing down to take a look. She’s a freelance editor and writer who was previously on staff at many lifestyle magazines including Rachael Ray Every Day, Shape, Fitness, Food Network Magazine, and more. These days, she…read more
Stephanie Ganz
Stephanie Ganz
Once a professional chef (in the lifetime before kids), Stephanie Ganz has written for Bon Appetit, Eater, BUST, and Virginia Living and is a regular contributor to Richmond Magazine. She lives in Richmond, Virginia with her husband, two girls, and one excellent cat. Follow her…read more
updated Dec 13, 2024
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This feature is part of The Kitchn’s Gift Edit, our editor-curated collection of gift ideas. Need more inspiration? Check out all our guides here.

Food gifts for the holidays are always a smart move. They’re perfect for close friends, distant family members, coworkers — the list goes on. But cheese gifts? I’ll take one of each, please!

Take our curd for it: These cheese-centric gifts are very, very Gouda. Feta up with these puns? No sweat — whether you want to drop a lot of cheddar (sorry, had to get one more in there) or a little, we’ve got must-have gifts for every type of fromage aficionado on your list. Yes, they may be cheesy — but in the best way possible.

Food Gifts

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Boarderie
$129.00

Boarderie's cheese and charcuterie boards was one of Oprah's Favorite Things last year, and after trying it ourselves we can see why. The acacia wood tray holds 17 different cheeses, meats, nuts, dried fruit, crackers, and more for an instant party. There's even bamboo cutlery!

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Goldbelly
$79.95

This bake-and-eat mac and cheese is fully loaded and ready to serve a hungry crowd. It's made with homemade Alfredo sauce, smoked barbecue sauce, and your choice of chicken or steak. The cheesy topping gets crispy and bubbly after you pop it in your oven, while the inside becomes melty and irresistably delicious. Honestly, anyone who enjoys a good meal will absolutely love this.

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Goldbelly
$89.95

A true cheese-lover’s devotion rarely stops at just appetizers and meals — it carries over into the dessert world, too. This creation by Harlem’s Sugar Hill Creamery features their popular blueberry cheesecake ice cream ... as a cheesecake. Trust us, it’s as good as it sounds.

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Goodles
$25.32

The convenience of boxed mac and cheese is undeniable, but it'll come especially handy during the holidays. Goodles' Cheddy Mac is like a grown-up version of your giftee's childhood favorite, but packed with more protein, fiber, and nutrients.

5 / 8
Amazon
$19.72

There's a very specific person who will enjoy this gift, and honestly that’s the type of person we'd want to be friends with. This 40-pack of Cheez-Its will ensure that some lucky person is always ready for their next snack session.

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Goldbelly
$79.95

The cheese and cheesecake in this gift set are crafted by nuns in the peaceful cloister of New Skete in update New York. The three cheesespreads are horseradish, creamy cheddar, and tawny port.

7 / 8
Murray's Cheese
$75.00

Created with cave-aged Cornelia, a round of velvety ash-coated Selles-Sur-Cher, and a button of bright, milky Vermont Creamery Bijou, this cheese tower can be enjoyed as-is, but we suggest adding in some crackers, jam, and other flavors to make it a truly special indulgence.

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Goldbelly
$82.95

Junior's is a New York City restaurant institution that's known for their cheesecake, but now you can gift this regional delicacy to anyone in the country. The cheesecake is light and fluffy, and because the bottom layer is a signature sponge cake (rather than graham cracker crust), this dessert travels surprisingly well.

Tools & Accessories

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Target
$36.69

Equal parts fun and functional, this Death Star-shaped cheese board comes with four stainless steel cheese tools, all inspired by the Star Wars franchise. From Boba Feta to Brie B-8, the Star Wars-obsessed cheese-lover in your life will adore this gift.

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Amazon
$33.25

Cheese needs to breathe, which is why plastic wrap and storage bags fail to do it justice. Enter: the cheese bag. Specially designed to store cheese properly, these wax paper bags will help your favorite cheese devotee regulate the humidity around their prized cheeses to keep them fresh and tasting like, well, cheese.

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Hudson Grace
$32.00

Your recipient can never have enough charcuterie boards — especially when it's as sleek as this black stone board from Diane Keaton's collab with Hudson Grace. It'll stand out in any tablescape, and you can even put it in the dishwasher at the end of the night for easy cleaning.

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Etsy
$39.99
was $133.31

The custom engraving on this bamboo board is sweet, but the drawer holding cheese knives, little slate boards, and a wine opener is a clincher.

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QVC.com
$17.29
was $33.00

Bring the restaurant right to your dinner table with this handheld electric cheese grater. Cordless, lightweight, and easy to use, this rechargeable grater comes with two stainless-steel drums for both coarse and fine grating.

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Uncommon Goods
$12.99
was $18.00

These clever sillicone butter and cheese huggers cap off the cut ends so everything stays soft and fresh — no more dried-out, crumbly cheese ends that go to waste.

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Amazon
$27.49

This portable Raclette set means cheesy goodness wherever and whenever you want. Just melt your cheese over some tea lights and then use the included spatula to slather it over burgers, nachos — whatever your heart and stomach desire.

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Amazon
$16.19
was $16.99

A Microplane isn't just for zesting citrus; it's great for shaving Parmesan over pasta as well. This one is dishwasher-safe and comes in a ton of colors.

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West Elm
$60.00

This classic marble board with brass handles is an elegant backdrop for any spread. Perfect for entertainers or for anyone who appreciates a treat-yourself moment.

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Amazon
$18.78
was $22.00

Another luxury that cheese-lovers can appreciate is a cheese slicer. Whereas a regular knife will drag through semi-soft cheeses, the wired slicer cuts cheese effortlessly and neatly.

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Williams Sonoma
$79.95

This electric fondue set is perfect for people who love hosting as much as they love cheese. Just plug it in without worrying about lighting butane or candles.

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Uncommon Goods
$65.00

Equal parts serveware and conversation starter, this turntable-inspired board features a slate platter and a hidden slicer as the needle. It's perfect for someone who's all about the vibes.

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Food52
$36.00

This is very much an IYKYK kind of gift for the serious cheese stan. A cheese vault will let your cheese "breathe" so it doesn't get too moist, and it lasts longer than a roll of cheese paper. Plus, there's an optional divider so you can store more than one piece of cheese.

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Amazon
$87.99

If you're not one for knives, this cheese curler shreds a block of cheese into snack-ready ribbons.

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Etsy
$9.99

These clever wire cheese markers let you identify cheeses in cheeky cursive.

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Uncommon Goods
$42.99
was $85.00

How cute is this personalized cheese board? You can grab it in the shape of the recipient's first or last initial. The generous grooves in the design will hold grapes, olives, crackers, and more.

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Murray's Cheese
$65.00

This charming baking set has everything for a perfect baked Brie moment: a round of Murray's Brie, fig spread, and a perfectly sized baking crock with lid.

Just for Fun

1 / 9
Target
$5.00

No one can resist a delicious cheese and charcuterie board — especially if it looks half as good as this adorable ornament. They'll hang it on their tree immediately!

2 / 9
Anthropologie
$20.00

A kitchen calendar should be both practical and beautiful, and this cheese-themed calendar from Rifle Paper Co. is absolutely both. With gorgeous, gold-accented illustrations, this calendar spans the cheeses of the world, from feta to paneer.

3 / 9
Farm Steady
$35.00

If your giftee prefers cheese from goat's milk, this goat cheese making kit can help them create delicious chevre and feta.

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Amazon
$11.95
was $13.95

If you’ve got a friend with a serious string cheese habit, they will love this handy cheese chiller, which is like an ice pack just for cheese snacks. The durable, dishwasher-safe, BPA-free plastic chiller holds one cheese stick for up to five hours, keeping it at peak freshness for whenever a cheese craving strikes.

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Amazon
$15.40
was $28.00

Let a food stylist walk you through creating all the beautiful charcuterie and cheese plates you've always admired — but had no clue how to make yourself. That Cheese Plate Will Change Your Life takes a color-by-numbers approach, showing you exactly what to place and where.

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Uncommon Goods
$33.00

Or if your recipient wants to try making their own cheese, this Italian cheese-making kit can help them make 10 different types of cheese, including bocconcini, burrata, mascarpone, mozzarella, and ricotta.

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Food52
$28.00

These miniature felt food ornaments are so adorable they could be used to spruce up someone's home any time of year. They start at $15 and are available in a few options, from a bright and colorful rainbow bagel to a cute burger and taco combo. You can get them for Christmas, but they make amazing birthday presents and just-because presents, too.

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Katie Kimmel
$40.00

We've never met a mozzarella stick we didn’t like, and we’re sure you know someone who does, too, so help them show off their pride with this cozy sweatshirt.

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Etsy
$26.50

Show some love to the big cheese in your life with a charming pendant. Handmade from brass, but silver in color, this accessory will give a subtle nod to your special someone’s favorite food.