01of 09Padma’s Picks for MomLeave it to Padma Lakshmi to choose Mother’s Day gifts that are not only functional and fashionable, but also affordable (all her gifts are under $100!).From tiny tasting spoons that come in four shades of gorgeous mango wood, to the best mask for overnight hydration, there’s something for everyone.
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Padma’s Picks for Mom
Leave it to Padma Lakshmi to choose Mother’s Day gifts that are not only functional and fashionable, but also affordable (all her gifts are under $100!).
From tiny tasting spoons that come in four shades of gorgeous mango wood, to the best mask for overnight hydration, there’s something for everyone.
02of 09Karma Tasting Spoons"These are my favorite little spoons. I keep them right next to my stove for stirring spices as they temper in oil, or for tasting from a deep pot," says Lakshmi.Buy It!Wood Tasting Spoons, $20 for 4;karmagifts.com
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Karma Tasting Spoons
“These are my favorite little spoons. I keep them right next to my stove for stirring spices as they temper in oil, or for tasting from a deep pot,” says Lakshmi.
Buy It!Wood Tasting Spoons, $20 for 4;karmagifts.com
03of 09Ancient Cookware Molcajete"Freshly ground spices are integral to so much of my cooking," she says. “I love to toast, then grind them” in this 8-in. mortar and pestle, which she also uses for guacamole and pesto.Buy It!Ancient Cookware Molcajete, $60;store.177milkstreet.com
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Ancient Cookware Molcajete
“Freshly ground spices are integral to so much of my cooking,” she says. “I love to toast, then grind them” in this 8-in. mortar and pestle, which she also uses for guacamole and pesto.
Buy It!Ancient Cookware Molcajete, $60;store.177milkstreet.com
04of 09Muji Ultrasonic Aroma Diffuser"I love these diffusers. The essential oils make any room smell fantastic. Plus, it can double as a humidifier and night-light," she says. Choose from scents like French lavender, yuzu and sweet orange!Buy It!Ultrasonic Aroma Diffuser, $70;muji.us
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Muji Ultrasonic Aroma Diffuser
“I love these diffusers. The essential oils make any room smell fantastic. Plus, it can double as a humidifier and night-light,” she says. Choose from scents like French lavender, yuzu and sweet orange!
Buy It!Ultrasonic Aroma Diffuser, $70;muji.us
05of 09Cuyana Flap CardholderLakshmi adores this cardholder and all the leather goods from this women-owned company. “The products are luxurious, timeless and incredibly long-lasting,” she says.Buy It!Flap Cardholder, $78;cuyana.com
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Cuyana Flap Cardholder
Lakshmi adores this cardholder and all the leather goods from this women-owned company. “The products are luxurious, timeless and incredibly long-lasting,” she says.
Buy It!Flap Cardholder, $78;cuyana.com
06of 09Joyce Chen Wok SetThis set includes a large wok, lid, two racks, chopsticks, tongs, rice paddle, spatula and a cookbook. “I’ve had mine for so long,” says Lakshmi. “It’s one of my most-used pans.“Buy It!Joyce Chen 10-Piece Wok Set, $90;crateandbarrel.com
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Joyce Chen Wok Set
This set includes a large wok, lid, two racks, chopsticks, tongs, rice paddle, spatula and a cookbook. “I’ve had mine for so long,” says Lakshmi. “It’s one of my most-used pans.”
Buy It!Joyce Chen 10-Piece Wok Set, $90;crateandbarrel.com
07of 09Love, Loss, and What We AteIn her moving memoir, Lakshmi writes of the women who made an impact on her. “I hope my story can help inspire other women and girls,” she says.Buy It!Love, Loss, and What We Ate, $18;bookshop.org
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Love, Loss, and What We Ate
In her moving memoir, Lakshmi writes of the women who made an impact on her. “I hope my story can help inspire other women and girls,” she says.
Buy It!Love, Loss, and What We Ate, $18;bookshop.org
08of 09Galaxy Starlight Projector"This is great for moms and babies,” she says of this projector that turns any room into a light show. “It sounds kitschy, but it’s really cool!” Sync it with your phone to add soothing sounds.Buy It!Galaxy Starlight Projector, $40;solarflametorch.com
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Galaxy Starlight Projector
“This is great for moms and babies,” she says of this projector that turns any room into a light show. “It sounds kitschy, but it’s really cool!” Sync it with your phone to add soothing sounds.
Buy It!Galaxy Starlight Projector, $40;solarflametorch.com
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Laneige Water Sleeping Mask
Buy It!Laneige Water Sleeping Mask, $29;amazon.com
source: people.com
