Gift Guide for Foodie Friends 2010
    by Chef Christina Dimacali of Clean Your Plate Philadelphia
    These are my selected Philadelphia items under $100
    as featured on NBC’s 10! Show on December 6, 2010.  



    Hands-On Service
    This modern piece incorporates hand-like serving utensils directly into the design of the bowl.
    Good looking, practical, fun to use and built for easy storage.
    Joseph Joseph Salad Bowl ($40) Hello World, 1004 Pine St, 215-545-7060
    www.shophelloworld.com


    Home Cooking Without the Work
    Featured in Bon Appétit Magazine, Percy Street Barbeque brings a taste of Texas to Philly.
    Everything from smoked ribs to collard greens, friends will enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and
    authentic southern food.
    Percy Street Barbecue Gift Card (recommended $75 card for two people) 900 South St.
    Philadelphia, 215-625-8510 www.PercyStreet.com








    A Pan for Everyday  
    Made of a heavy-gauge aluminum core placed between two layers of stainless steel, this pan
    can be used on all cook tops, including induction.  A versatile pan for braising meats or sautéing
    vegetables, it is oven safe up to 450 degrees and dishwasher safe.
    Calphalon Tri-ply Everyday Pan Stainless Steel 12" (on sale for $79.99) Macy’s, 1300 Market St,
    215-241-9000  www.macys.com


    French Country Linens
    Hand-Block printed Parisian towels come in a variety of patterns inspired by vintage
    handkerchiefs. These oversized 100% cotton tea towels will add a French country touch to any
    kitchen.  Each cloth is machine washable and has a loop for easy hanging.
    Couleur Nature Tea Towels ($12.00) Open House, 107 S. 13th St, 215-922-1415
    www.openhouseliving.com

     
    A Slice of Color  
    A great stocking suffer, these knives brighten up the cooking experience.  Built to last, they are
    made of durable high-carbon stainless steel, available in a variety of sizes and colors,
    dishwasher-safe and reasonably priced.    
    Pure Komachi Knives ($9.99 each) Fante’s Kitchen Wares, 1006 S. 9th St, 215-922-5557
    www.fantes.com










    A Gift for Crunch Time   
    Handmade in Lancaster County, these delicious pretzels come in 7 varieties such as Oat Bran,
    Whole Wheat and Sesame.   Friends will thank you for this perfect snack for football Sundays.  
    Mail order to friends across the country or purchase at Essene’s, Whole Foods and Reading
    Terminal Market.
    Uncle Jerry’s Pretzels ($10-30) www.unclejerryspretzels.com



    Brighten Up the Senses
    Tocca Candele da Viaggio Gift Set includes four travel size candles each with their own unique
    light scent including lily, sugarcane and cucumber.  Presented in a decorative box, the set makes
    a great hostess gift.  
    Tocca Candele da Viaggio Gift Set ($42) Blue Mercury, 42 St. James Place, Ardmore 610-642-
    5400 www.bluemercury.com




Joseph Joseph Salad Bowl