Whether you know your way around the kitchen or not, serving up the perfect gift for the chef in your life can seem daunting. Step into any housewares aisle and you’ll find yourself faced with more questions than answers. Is this gift too predictable? Will they actually use this? Wait, that costs HOW much? So to make this simple, we’ve put together a list of thoughtful, yet functional, presents guaranteed to wow any goodie. From do-it-all gadgets to digital kitchen scales and more—we’ve got the best finds for the fewest dollars. Click on for more inspiration.