Here are some special and unique kitchen tools, great cookbooks and magazines, and other great gift ideas for Mom.
1. Polder Thermometers
A variety of programmable thermometers/timers with detachable probes which display temperature in either Celsius or Fahrenheit. The magnet backing on the can be attached onto the outside of your oven door during the cooking process, so you can see what a roast's internal temperature is without even opening the oven door.
2. Salter Kitchen Scales
Kitchen scales aren't just for diets. Many recipes call for precise weights which can be very difficult to measure without a good scale. Most of these attractive Salter scales are made with brushed stainless in a variety of modern designs.3. Cooking Torches
You've probably seen this tool if you've watched a TV chef make Creme Brulee, but it comes in handy for other cooking chores. Brown and caramelize sugar on tarts and desserts, melt and brown cheese on casseroles, onion soup or au gratin dishes, and roast and blacken peppers or other vegetables for salsas.4. Black and Decker Gizmo Grater
This unique new cordless electric grater takes the work out of grating cheese and other food. The charging base can be attached to the wall to save space.5. Taste of Home Magazine
If your mother loves to cook and collect recipes, chances are she already subscribes to this excellent magazine. This is surely one of America's most popular cooking/recipe magazines, packed with tried-and-true family favorites.6. Martha Stewart Living
One of America's favorite home and garden publications, this magazine would make a wonderful gift for anyone who enjoys Martha Stewart.7. Breakfast Baskets
Choose from a nice variety of baskets, including a Vermont set with syrups and pancake mix, a holiday basket, tea basket, Hawaiian-themed, and more. A wide range of prices.8. Chocolate Lovers Baskets
From the Chocolate Party and Jelly Belly baskets to Chocolate Lover's Dream and Best of Ghirardelli.