Nothing is better than giving someone a cookbook. You give them hundreds of recipes to experiment with and bring out their inner chef. Honestly, why get them a gift card, when you can give something infinitely more awesome? Just ask for their zodiac sign, and you’re on your way to making their day.
Aries- Martha Stewart’s Appetizers (Martha Stewart
If your chef friend is an Aries, then they need this book. Appetizers are the best things to serve at parties and get-togethers, and no one throws a classy party better than an Aries. They’ll whip up some houres d’evours in no time, and you’ll surely be on their guest list.
Taurus- Cravings (Chrissy Teigen)
Ah, Taurus. Some say they’re stubborn, but that’s not the case. They just know what they like. Why not take their favorite comfort foods up a notch (hello, sexy French toast casserole) with this hilarious and delicious cookbook? They’ll love oogling as the food-porn on every page and dreaming about how it’ll taste.
Gemini- The Bob’s Burgers Burger Book (Loren Bouchard)
Your fun-loving Gemini friend will fall head-over-heels for this quirky, hilarious cookbook. With burger names like “Sweaty Palms Burger” and “Poutine on the Ritz”, they’ll have a ball grilling up some delicious burgers (while watching Bob’s Burgers, of course).
Cancer- The Art of Fermentation (Sandor Katz)
Cancers sometimes need a push when it comes to getting out of their comfort zone, so let them broaden their cooking horizons with a book about fermentation. Not only does this book aid first-time fermenters, it goes in depth with the science of fermentation and the health benefits behind it.
Leo- In the Kitchen With Kris (Kris Jenner)
Let the inner diva within Leo shine and give them this Kardashian approved cookbook. Full of recipes that are at the center of Kardashian-Jenner gatherings, Leos will love channeling their inner celeb as they whip of come delicious kreations (yes, that was on purpose. I won’t apologize).
Virgo- It’s All Easy (Gwyneth Paltrow)
This book is perfect for the busy Virgo in your life. It’ll make sure they eat meals rich in antioxidants and nutrients so they can be their best selves. Nothing like snuggling up to some delicious and healthy chicken enchiladas at the end of the day. Plus, all the recipes are Gwyneth-approved, so you know they’re bound to be good.
Libra- The Sneaky Chef (Missy Chase Lapine)
Okay, sure this is a cookbook meant for parents with picky children. However, since Libras are all about balance, they’ll love these healthified versions of their favorite foods. Avocado chocolate pudding, whole wheat chocolate chip pancakes, and hidden veggies in pizza will be all they eat in the new year.
Scorpio- Tequila Mockingbird (Tim Federle)
For the zealous Scorpio you know, why not give them a cookbook for cocktails? They’ll love fixing a stiff Romeo and Julep or a Vermouth the Bell Tolls at the end of the day. To be extra awesome, buy them a shaker to go with their drinks.
Sagittarius- Appetites (Anthony Bourdain)
Bourdain himself says this book is for anyone who wants to be “a psychotic, anally retentive, bad tempered Ina Garten”. Enough reason to gift it to any Sagittarius in your life.
Capricorn- The Prophets of Smoked Meat (Daniel Vaughn)
As Ron Swanson says, “Barbecue should be about one thing, good shared meat.” With a Capricorn, they like simplicity over frills. Give them a good cookbook about proper meat cooking. They don’t want frivolous rainbow-painted things, just a good, simple meal.
Aquarius- Momofuku Milk Bar (Christina Tosi)
Aquariuses are known for their creativity, so let their flair for the arts shine with this awesome, avant-garde cookbook. Tosi’s spin on desserts will definitely inspire an Aquarius when they’re in the kitchen. Plus, this book holds the secret to the infamous Crack Pie, one of Momofuku Milk Bar’s most popular items.
Pisces- Raw. Vegan. Not Gross (Laura Miller)
For the Pisces in your life, help them continue their life of compassion and kindness by introducing plant-based dishes into their life. They’ll enjoy the delicious cauliflower pizza and lavender cheesecake and feel great that it came all from plants.