Featuring unique, handmade and artisanal home goods, the Shop at Food52 is a wedding registry gold mine!
Have you ever found yourself mid-task thinking, there has got to be a better/more fun/easier way to do this? If your answer was yes, I want you to know that you, my friend, are not alone! When you’re planning your registry, think about those tasks or items you’d change if you could, then visit the Shop at Food52. When I tell you they’ve got the perfect tool for every task, I really mean it. There is something for everything you have ever thought about—a solution to any problem in the world—right there in that online store.
Specializing in handmade, artisanal everyday items—some more obscure than others—Food52’s shop features one-of-a-kind gifts you’ll love for years to come. They even have a handy registry creation tool so you can get started as soon as you find something you can’t live without! It’s at once brilliant and intimidating, and completely fascinating. That’s why I combed through the entire shop to share their must-haves, from the shop’s greatest hits to their best hidden gems—so you don’t have to!
Without further ado, get ready to register, because the items you’re about to see are everything you never knew you needed.
Everyday Upgrades
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: register for items you already own, just better versions of them. Every product below is unique to Food52, so you won’t find them anywhere else!
Salt Cellar
If you don’t already own a salt cellar, you’re losing out on so much kitchen convenience. If you do, I’d venture to bet it’s not as cute as this one from Food52. This simple stone design won’t compete with your existing setup, and the open mouth makes it easy to grab a tiny pinch or a hefty scoop.
Steak Knives
If you’re going to eat a steak, use the right knives. If you’re going to register for steak knives, make them French. Made in France, this unique handmade set comes neatly packed in a convenient storage box. From the cool colors of the polymer handle to the serrated state-of-the-art blade, these knives will never do you (or your steak) wrong.
Handmade Ceramic Butter Keeper
The French have a very well-kept secret: they leave their butter on the counter for easy access to spreadable goodness whenever the craving strikes. The good news? You can too. Add your usual butter to this hand-thrown ceramic butter keeper, pour some water into the lid, and you’ve got fresh, soft butter for weeks!
Handcrafted Wood Bowls
I love that these handmade bowls are at once rustic as they are versatile. Their smooth finishes and neutral color options complement just about any dining set, and with plenty of sizes to choose from, you can upgrade your entire presentation from dips to salads.
Marble and Walnut Wood Rotating Cake Stand
This beautiful cake stand is beautiful as it is functional. The polished walnut wood base will keep your cake steady as you rotate and frost. And the cool marble pedestal will keep the icing from melting and sliding off the cake as you decorate. Add a clear dome cover to complete the display; it looks like glass, but it’s made of polycarbonate so it won’t shatter!
Set the Vibe to Imbibe
Hosting at-home happy hour is one of life’s greatest pleasures. So is stocking your house with the right tools to get it started.
Monogram Leather Coasters
Put your new initials to work on these elegant but unfussy monogrammed leather coasters and make a gorgeous statement with any drink. The long-lasting Florida-made goods will age just as nicely as your Scotch, picking up flecks of coloration over time.
Wine Purifier
Sulfates make great preservatives, but they can also degrade the taste of your favorite bottle. Find out what you’ve been missing and pour a pure glass every time you make a toast with a stylish wine purifier. With a “chill” option, you can enjoy a perfectly chilled sip as soon as you’re done pouring!
12-Bottle Wine Rack
If you’ve got a wine at the ready for any dinner party, it’s time to give those bottles the proper showcase. This sturdy, modern wine rack showcases 12 bottles so you’re always ready for a toast, and its minimalist design makes it an eye-catching countertop display that your guests are sure to comment on.
Hand-Blown Colored Wine Glasses
If you’re like me and sunset is your favorite color, then you already know that these wine glasses belong on your wedding registry. Classic shapes meet fun, retro pinks for a pop of color on the table whether you’re entertaining or enjoying an at-home date night, and with stemless and stemmed options to choose from, you can really have fun with the color combinations.
Fearless Foodies
If you fancy yourself an adventurous home cook, you’ll be able to picture yourself using just about all of these next items—you’ve been warned!
Japanese Rice Cooker
If you’ve ever watched Top Chef, you know that cooking rice can be a chef’s kiss of death—which makes me scared enough to do it. That said, this Japanese rice cooker could convince me otherwise. It couldn’t be simpler to use: simmer your rice until it whistles and you’re good to go for fluffy, soft rice every single time.
1pt Liquor Infusion Set
It’s important to keep a well-stocked home bar, and there’s no better way to set yourself up than with a homemade liquor infusion that sets you up for the perfect cocktail. Put on your best stand-in for a lab coat, register for this 1pt Liquor Infusion Set and you’ll have everything you need for a totally custom spirit!
Garden Jar Herb Kit
Anyone can buy herbs, but how many people do you know who can say they grow their own? With this easy DIY herb jar kit, you’ll reap the benefits of your own harvest of flavorful herbs right in your own kitchen. Complete with everything you need to get started, including seeds, mason jars, plant food, a water reservoir, and more!
Ceramic Pizza Stone
A pizza stone is one of the more underrated gifts you should add to your registry. Designed to make a crispy crust whether you’re using it in the oven or on the grill, this flat slab of ceramic is any home cook’s secret weapon! Not only does it make everything from a perfect pizza to fresh bread, it’s also easy to clean, so you’ll find plenty of excuses to use it.
For Snackers & Sweets Lovers
When you snack, you snack hard on the best snacks. Give your taste buds the treats they deserve and upgrade your between-meals game for life with these next items from the Food52 shop.
Prep & Save Cookie Dough Freezer Tray
Full disclosure: my jaw literally dropped when I saw this cookie maker. I love baking cookies, but I never eat them all in time before they get stale. With this set, all you have to do is form your cookies right in the mold, then remove as many as you’re ready to enjoy—then freeze the rest! I know you sweets-loving couples out there will find plenty to enjoy if you add this to your registry.
Metal Popsicle Mold
With every year of marriage comes a full season of summer—make sure you’re ready with chilled snacks in a pinch when you register for these gorgeous, grown-up Metal Popsicle Molds. It brings you back to childhood with that classic pop shape, but in a more controlled sort of way, since you can easily grab a cool treat and go without jumbling up the whole bunch.
Cheese Vault
If your couple motto is “do it for the cheese” (or something similar), then this treasure box from the Food52 shop has your name on it! Equipped with a moveable divider, this contraption is specifically designed to keep your cheeses breathing easy—which means they last longer—so fresh fromage is never far from reach!
Popcorn Gift Set
From movie nights in to soundtrack-studded road trips or an afternoon in the backyard, popcorn makes everything a little more magical. Start your at-home date night with a unique herb- seasoned (or spicy) gourmet popcorn. Each set comes with the kernels, flavored oil, and salt to enhance your movie night snacking experience. It comes in a reusable wooden box that makes for a beautiful storage display.
For The Couple That Gets Invited Everywhere
There’s no shame in a jam-packed social calendar—just in showing up empty handed! Put your best guest foot forward with these no-fail entertainment enhancers.
Wooden Outdoor Ring Toss
Your next party trick? Bring the fun with you wherever you go. This wooden ring toss set is easy to set up and easy to break down and store in its carry-case.
Portable Fire Pit & Grill
Complete with handles for easy transport, a grill grate for on-the-go cooking, and additional prep space on the side, this portable fire pit-grill combo makes a no-brainer wedding registry addition for any couple that loves to get outdoors. It’s sure to become a must-have for all your future camping trips.
Insulated Cooler Bags
If you’ve ever participated in a beach picnic, backyard barbecue or even a parking lot tailgate, you know how helpful the proper cooler can be in the grand scheme of packing. These sturdy travel cooler bags take that idea to an entirely new level, made from durable water-resistant fabric and come in three different colors, in regular or extra larger sizes to suit your social pursuits.
Cooper Melamine Dinnerware
If you tend to find yourselves hosting outdoor gatherings more often than the average couple, it’s time to invest in a sturdy set of serving ware. This Cooper Fortessa Melamine dinnerware set is a versatile timeless white that looks like elegant porcelain, but it won’t break like porcelain! It’s sturdy enough to hold up against your heaviest potato salad and do it all over again next weekend. Register for this and say goodbye to paper plates forever!
Now that you’ve seen the highlights, it’s time to start your Food52 and make the wish list of your dreams! Don’t forget to check out the fun GIFs that show the products in action—it helps to wrap your head around some of the more confusing contraptions!
