Five Star Gift Ideas

For your son who enjoys bread baking and artisanal bread making, there are several unique and meaningful gift ideas to consider. These suggestions will not only enhance his baking skills but also cater to his passion for creating delicious homemade bread.

1. Bread Baking Course: Enroll your son in a professional bread baking course. This will give him the opportunity to learn from experienced bakers, refine his techniques, and explore new recipes. Look for courses that focus on artisanal bread making and offer hands-on experience.

2. Bread Baking Tools: Consider gifting him high-quality tools that will enhance his bread baking experience. Some essential tools for artisanal bread making include a Dutch oven for creating the perfect crust, a bread knife, a baking stone for even heat distribution, and a bread lame (a tool used for scoring bread).

3. Bread Recipe Book: A comprehensive bread recipe book would be a fantastic addition to his collection. Look for a book that offers a wide variety of artisanal bread recipes, techniques, and tips from renowned bakers. This will not only provide him with fresh inspiration but also expand his knowledge.

4. Bread-Making Ingredients: Help him experiment with different flavors by gifting unique ingredients for his bread-making adventures. This could include specialty flours, such as rye or spelt, or unique add-ins like dried fruits, nuts, or seeds. These ingredients will allow him to be creative and add his own twist to traditional recipes.

5. Bread-Making Subscription Box: Consider subscribing your son to a bread-making subscription box that delivers curated ingredients and recipes to his doorstep. These boxes often include hard-to-find ingredients, along with step-by-step instructions, allowing him to try new recipes and expand his baking skills.

6. Bread Baking Class: If your son prefers hands-on learning, you could arrange for a private bread baking class with a local artisan baker. This way, he can have a personalized session tailored to his needs, learning techniques directly from an expert.

7. Bread Baking Cookbook Collection: Build a collection of bread baking cookbooks that cover a range of topics, such as sourdough, whole grain, or gluten-free bread. Look for books from acclaimed bakers with inspiring recipes and detailed instructions.

8. Bread Scoring Stencils: Consider gifting him bread scoring stencils, which allow him to create beautiful patterns and designs on the bread's surface. These can add a unique touch to his artisanal bread creations.

Remember to choose a gift that aligns with your son's preferences and desires. Supporting his love for bread baking will not only deepen his passion but also give him the tools and resources to continue exploring and perfecting his artisanal bread-making skills.

Or you can get him a star map with an important date you share.

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”