Looking to surprise your friends with unique gifts that stand out from the ordinary? Our collection of unusual gifts is sure to impress even the pickiest recipients. From quirky kitchen gadgets to innovative cooking tools, we have curated a selection of one-of-a-kind items that will make your friends' eyes light up with delight. Whether they are culinary enthusiasts, home chefs, or simply appreciate the finer things in life, these distinctive gifts are bound to bring joy and excitement to any occasion. Browse our assortment and find the perfect unexpected gift for your friends today!

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    The sample set is perfect to give as a gift to friends....Love the set. Bought it as a gift for friends this holiday. Came in fast with perfect packaging.

    variety, taste, deliciousness

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  • (35)

    Gift...This was a gift and she loved it!!...So cute & made a fun gift!

    cute, easy to clean, cute design

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    Unique and beautiful! This was for my friend the charcuterie queen!!...A great gift for the hostess in your life....Do you have a friend who goes all out producing appetizers for parties?

    quality, adorable, cute

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    We also bought an extra one to give to friends....Gift...Bought as gift for wine lover

    cute, effectiveness, practical

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  • (14)

    Gift recipients loved the gift, the nostalgia was very emotional moving....Great gift!!!...Cant wait to try it with my friends

    taste, cute, cute design

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  • (14)

    Great Gift!...It was a great gift....Great family gift!...Great family gift. High quality and very good!

    high quality, great gift, enhances snack flavor

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    great hostess gift for a dog lover....Purchased a few boxes of these to keep on hand as hostess gifts. They are charming and have been very well received....Great gift!...Purchased for a friend who loves weiner pups. Random gift and she adores them.

    cute, cute design, awesome

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  • (7)

    This is a great bag and I will recommend to all my friends....Its great for when I go out on picnics with my 6 yr old and his friends I would definitely recommend to all my friends with there kids

    spacious, decent quality, perfect size

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  • (6)

    Delicious Gift idea for an entertainment area!...This ornament is great; have bought several as gifts.

    love, delicate, gift idea

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  • (4)

    It makes me happy to cook with this, I gave several as gifts for Christmas, I even shipped one to our friends in Europe.

    durable stainless steel handle, gift-worthy, weights & measure table printed on reverse side

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    Serve creamy mozzarella, sharp cheddar and other favorite cheeses with this unique, golf-inspired cutting board set, crafted from durable bamboo. Featuring two hidden swing-out drawers containing six stainless steel wine and cheese tools, this board...

    functional, design, easy to use drawers

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  • (3)

    Very cute. Got as a gift for retired cat veteranarian's birthday in September. ...My friend who has a new kittie loves this and says it is purrfect.

    stays on mug, cute, suitability for cat owners

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  • (3)

    He is just adorable. I hope my friend likes him as a birthday gift.

    cute design, fun for child, joy

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    A fun gift for the veggie lover in your life, our vegetable glass ornaments come in five shapes, including a beet, bok choy, an onion half, a carrot and a bean pod. Each piece in this set is made from mouth-blown glass and painted by hand.

    great quality, admired, variety

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  • (3)

    My BFF gave me a litle book for my birthday on tined seafood, its history and lots of recipes, so this is a little jokey gift for her tree. I unpacked it when it arrived, and it is very cute - just as pictured. ...I never expected to find something...

    cute design, sentimental value, appearance

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    Great as a gift for the chef in your life or as a gift to yourself, this delicious set of sea salts from Casina Rossa is an excellent introduction to one of the world’s finest lines of artisan salts. It comes packaged in an elegant, space-saving container...

    ease of use, variety (truffle and porcini), taste

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    These wafer-thin milk chocolate discs are blended with delicate orange flavor for a nuanced, gourmet after-dinner treat or hostess gift. Packaged in a lovely box, they’re perfect for gifting.

    Founded in 1875, Charbonnel et Walker is one of Britain’s...

    exquisite taste, taste

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  • (2)

    A gift and she loved it....Great gift...Great gift! Adorable

    liked the gift, adorable

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  • (2)

    A fine gift for a friend who was born in Italy. Get it? ...Lovely reminder of an excellent time with friends.

    themed gift, sentimental value, nostalgic

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  • (2)

    Make your holiday tree extra sweet with this set of gummy bear ornaments. Handmade in Poland of mouth-blown glass and hand-painted, meaning no two are alike. Great for gifting or keeping for yourself. Set of five.

    plastic ornaments, collectible, cute

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  • (1)

    Nestled in a beautiful gift box, Charbonnel et Walker’s decadent Milk Chocolate Sea Salt Billionaire’s Shortbread Truffles make a luxurious gift—but you may just want to keep them to yourself. Founded in 1875, Charbonnel et Walker is...

    rich chocolate, smooth chocolate

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  • (1)

    It was called "the best gift" & has been shared with friends many times.

    shareability, uniqueness, gift quality

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    Fostering self-love and positive affirmation has never been so delicious. These crispy, buttery vanilla shortbread message cookies were baked to serve as small yet significant confidence and happiness boosters. The cookies are engraved with assorted...

    buttery taste, low sugar, not sweet

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  • (1)

    Beautiful Christmas ornament and a fun gift to give to good friend. She loved it.

    beautiful, fun gift

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Unusual Gifts For Friends

When it comes to finding gifts for unique friends, it can be challenging to come up with something that truly stands out. That's where Sur La Table comes in with our curated selection of unusual gifts that are sure to impress. Whether you're shopping for a friend's birthday, a special occasion, or just because, our selection of unique gifts is the perfect place to start.

One thing to consider when shopping for unusual gifts is the recipient's interests and hobbies. Do they love to cook? Consider a unique kitchen gadget that they've never seen before. Are they into hosting dinner parties? Look for a quirky serving dish or fun cocktail accessory. No matter what their interests, our selection of unusual gifts has something for everyone.

If you're looking for more practical gifts for friends, be sure to check out our page dedicated to just that. Practical Gifts For Friends offers a variety of useful and thoughtful gift ideas that your friends are sure to appreciate. From kitchen tools to home decor, our practical gifts are perfect for any occasion. So whether you're shopping for an unusual gift or a practical one, Sur La Table has you covered.

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