26 perfect holiday presents for the foodie

Whether you're shopping for the chocolate connoisseur, wannabe chef or food blogger, the foodie in your life deserves something grander than a Starbucks gift card or Top Chef DVD. Right?

Chances are, they've already eaten at the hottest place in town, pronounce poke the right way and actually use the sophisticated china they got for their wedding. No ordinary gift will do.

Impress your favorite foodies this season with one of these thoughtful gifts. From a chic Mackenzie Childs cutting board to an intricate Michael Aram cheese plate, a gourmet sea salt sampler to a very hi-tech Joule Sous Vide, here's what we're gifting those with the most refined of palates.