12 Best Gifts For The Steak Lover In Your Life

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Few things light up a steak lover's face like a perfectly cooked, luxurious A5 wagyu or the promise of exclusive rights to barbecuing duties on a summer afternoon. Whether they're a burgeoning grill master or a home-chef chasing that perfect medium-rare doneness paired with a steakhouse-style crust, the right tools and hardware can help take their passion to the next level. Great for birthdays, Christmas, or Valentine's Day, finding the perfect gift for the steak lover is sure to earn you a prime spot in their good books, and your generosity might even score you a delicious steak dinner as thanks. 

To the steak novice, you might think all you need for a properly cooked steak is a nice pan, oil, a high-quality butchers cut, and some seasonings — and it's true, steak doesn't need to be an all-frills affair. But there's plenty of extras that can make all the difference; just look at all the extra kit you can find at a high-end steakhouse like dry-aging cabinets and top-of-the-line charbroilers. Here at Food Republic we've gathered a collection of hardware, trinkets, and unexpected extras that are guaranteed to bring a little extra flair to the steak cooking process from start to finish. 

An Alpha Grillers digital meat thermometer ($15.98 at the time of writing) will serve steak-lovers an important dual purpose. It provides peace of mind by ensuring your meat is fully cooked and allows you to check doneness without slicing your steak prematurely or relying on Gordon Ramsay's poke test. It's also waterproof, so it's super easy to clean. 

For high-quality steaks, the flavor shines best with minimal seasoning. Rather than covering it in peppercorn or bernaise sauce, simply top it with a pinch of Maldon sea salt flakes ($5.95 for 8.5 ounces) before and after cooking to enhance its natural flavor. Unlike fine, fast-dissolving table salt, this high-quality crystal sea salt adds a flaky texture and brings out the steak's rich, natural taste.

A blowtorch is a tool you've probably seen in action at a high-end steakhouse, but don't be fooled by the showmanship, it's more than just a gimmick. A Sondiko butane torch lighter ($18.99) in your arsenal will elevate your steak game by delivering intense, focused heat exactly where you want it, creating a beautifully caramelized crust while keeping the interior juicy and tender.

The steak lover in your life may need some recipe inspiration, and "Steak House: The People, the Places, the Recipes," ($60) has 45 recipes from iconic restaurants across the country.

A Lodge cast iron skillet ($29.90 for the 12 inch pan) is the pan of choice for cooking steak because it distributes heat exceptionally well and doesn't cool down when the steak hits the pan, ensuring a caramelized crust every time. It also transitions seamlessly from stove to oven, making it ideal for thicker, bone-in cuts like ribeye, porterhouse, or a filet mignon. 

A Wüsthof iron blackwood steak knife ($200 for the 4.5 inch knife) is specifically designed to let you cut through cooked steak effortlessly and cleanly, while keeping all the juices inside. Beyond functionality it adds a touch of elegance to your table, delivering a true steakhouse experience.

A Labell Large Canadian Maple End Grain Cutting Board ($54.75) doubles as a serving plate, so not only is it visually appealing, but wooden cutting boards are gentler on knives than plastic boards and naturally anti-microbial. It's made up of maple, a material that holds up exceptionally well to regular use. 

Steak and wine are simply a match made in heaven, and wine is best enjoyed from a proper glass like the FAWLES fully tempered wine glasses ($31.99). Traditionally, fattier cuts like ribeye or T-bone pair well with high-tannin reds such as cabernet sauvignon, while leaner cuts like filet mignon or sirlion are complimented by lighter, fruiter reds like pinot noir.

The steak aficionado in your life might have a go-to cut that they reach for over and over again, but variety is the spice of life, and this Steak Essentials Pack ($354.95) will help them become true masters of the grill. It features 4, 10 ounce boneless New York strips, 4, 6 ounce butcher's cut top sirloins, 1 kb of triple-trimmed filet mignon tips, and 4 ounces of butcher's steak butter.

An ANOVA sous vide precision cooker ($139.99) might not be a common home kitchen tool, but it's a favorite among chefs. By sealing the steak in a vaccum sealed bag and cooking it in a temperature controlled water bath, this machine ensures precise doneness every time. 

There's no such thing as a perfect summer's day without a barbecue. Grilled over a Weber original kettle charcoal grill ($141.99), your steak will become the pièce de résistance of any gathering, with smoky flavor and a superior crust that a stovetop simply can't match. 

This over the top custom engraved 40 ounce tomahawk steak is sure to leave the recipient speechless. You have 15 characters to express your appreciation or make a funny steak pun. The 30 day dry-aged steak ships fresh, not frozen and is $190.35 before shipping.