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Holiday Gift Guide 2015

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Holiday Gift Guide 2015

With Christmas around the corner and Hanukkah in full swing, the holiday season is upon us. And if you're anything like me, you still have some last minute gifts to buy. Check out these 13 gift ideas for the foodie in your life.

1. Raft Lemon Ginger Syrup This soda syrup is made from organic fruit and botanicals in Portland, Oregon. Mix with sparkling water for a soda (with half the sugar of regular sodas) or mix into a cocktail. They also make a Hibiscus Lavender flavor that is amazing. $17  

2. French Ceramic Butter Keeper Store butter at room temperature for the perfect spread. $35

3. Round Nesting Ramekins If these look familiar, it's because I use them all the time. This set of five dishes is essential for the perfect mise en place. $90

4. Green Sriracha Spice up your hot sauce routine with Green Sriracha. Think stocking stuffer... $8

5. Framebridge Instagram Mini Choose a picture from Instagram and Framebridge will print and custom frame it for you for a fraction of the price of standard frame stores. Or mail in a photo or art print for someone on your gift list. Starting at $39  (use code THENAKEDFIGFYF for 10% off)

6. Jammy Yummy Red Pepper Jam This 3 ingredient jam is the perfect accompaniment for goat cheese. $8

7. Blueberry Finn Cocktail Blend Mixed with seltzer water or stirred into a cocktail, this mixer is sure to please. $15

8. Hand Carved Spoons The kitchen fanatic in your life wants a hand carved spoon. Trust me. And be sure to check out Whisk and Whittle's gorgeous bread and cheese boards as well. Prices vary.

9. White Minimalist Bud Vase Honeycomb Studio, based right here in Atlanta, makes these porcelain bud vases. Who wouldn't want to receive one of these? And at this price, you might as well buy an extra  for you. $13.99

10. Trees Knees Spicy Syrup For cheddar waffles... $18

11. Cylinder Vase with Gold Bands Another beauty from Honeycomb Studio. $48

12. Food52 Gift Card Let them get what they really want. 

13. Hatchery Box Subscription Do you know someone who would like all the edible items in the list? Send them a Hatchery box of delicious samples from these makers and many others. $20/month. (Use the code THENAKEDFIG to get your first tasting box for only $10)

 

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Wild Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash

I feel like I've indulged so much already this holiday season that all the sweets aren't even tempting anymore. Now all I want is something healthy that is hearty enough to fill me up. This recipe is the perfect way to eat clean and still feel satisfied.  And it just happens to be vegan and gluten-free so it is likely to please anyone at your holiday table no matter what their diet may be.

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Wild Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash
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Naked Fig Galette

Last week I made this simple galette and posted a photo of it on Instagram.  Judging by the reaction, I take it you want the recipe.  Right?  I made my crust from spelt flour because I love the flavor and like having an alternative to wheat.  But if you want to make things really easy on yourself, you can always by pre-made organic pie crust and have this ready in a matter of minutes.  There is no shame in store bought pie crust when you're in a pinch!  Now go make this one fast before fig season ends!

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Chai Spice Creamy Freezer Cake

This is the perfect dessert to bring to your holiday dinner! With mostly raw ingredients and no refined sugar, this healthy treat is so easy to make. 

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Chai Spice Creamy Freezer Cake
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Banana Birthday Cake with Cream Cheese and Chocolate Frosting

My best friend Emily of Whisk and Whittle makes this amazing cake with caramelized bananas and Nutella.  If you are in the mood for all the butter, flour, and sugar (which sometimes I am!), her cake is definitely the winner.  But last week I was in the mood for that cake, but I wanted a healthier version. I decided to adapt the recipe from my Maple Pecan Banana Muffins to make a healthy gluten-free/refined sugar-free version. And while it is a different cake experience completely, it turned out great!

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Banana Birthday Cake with Cream Cheese and Chocolate Frosting
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Strawberry Coconut Lemongrass Fruit Leather

For so long I've wanted to make homemade fruit leather but thought I couldn't because I don't have a dehydrator.  And sure, I could buy one...but I live in a 480 sq. ft. apartment and I'm just not willing to devote space to an ugly appliance.  So I decided to make fruit leather in the oven.  I should warn that it is no longer raw this way and it is not a method for perfectionists, but it is a heck of a lot better than buying corn syrup and food dye fruit snacks.  

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Strawberry Coconut Lemongrass Fruit Leather