7 Father’s Day Kitchen Gifts Under $25

Dads are famously hard to buy gifts for — so this Father’s Day, we went straight to the source. The Food & Wine team asked the dads in our lives to share their favorite kitchen gear under $25, and their picks include grilling essentials, drinkware, and practical cleaning tools from top brands. Read on to shop picks like a set of KitchenAid grilling tongs, a Yeti Rambler lowball glass, and an Energizer LED headlamp for cooking outdoors with prices starting at just $13.

Dad-Approved Kitchen Gear Under $25

• KitchenAid Stainless Steel Utility Tongs, $13 at amazon.com
• Energizer Universal LED Headlamp, 2-Pack, $18 at amazon.com
• M.V. Trading Giant Long Multi-Purpose Gas Lighter, $19 at amazon.com
• KitchenAid Ribbed Soft Silicone Pot Holder 2-Pack, $14 at amazon.com
• Yeti Rambler 10-Ounce Stackable Lowball 2.0, $25 at amazon.com
• Mitts Sponge Starter Kit, $25 at mitts.store
• Host Whiskey Freeze Cooling Cups, $20, originally $27 at amazon.com

KitchenAid Stainless Steel Utility Tongs

“My father-in-law loves to grill,” said Writer Liv Dansky. “His favorite tool for the summer is a pair of stainless steel tongs to easily grab and flip food!” This pair from KitchenAid has nearly 5,000 perfect ratings at Amazon, with shoppers noting its impressive durability. “They feel incredibly well-made, and I honestly don't think I could break them even if I tried,” said one reviewer.

Energizer Universal LED Headlamp, 2-Pack

“My father-in-law loves to grill, and he's also ultra handy around the house. He has an LED headlamp he uses for all outdoor tasks, including grilling once the sun starts going down. When he found out I didn't have one, he sent me one in the mail, and now I use it when I'm slinging pizzas in my outdoor oven or checking food on the grill after dark. It's probably the most dad-core item I own, and I think all dads should have one.” — Adam Rothbarth, writer

M.V. Trading Giant Long Multi-Purpose Gas Lighter

Senior editor Breana Killeen said her dad uses a “giant long lighter for the fire pit and grill.” This 15-inch gas lighter is easy to use, and its long head keeps your hands and face protected from the hot flames.

KitchenAid Ribbed Soft Silicone Pot Holder 2-Pack

“For as long as I've known him, my father-in-law has had potholders similar to these KitchenAid ones. The padded material provides excellent heat protection, and the silicone side provides a stable grip on hot pans, casserole dishes, or roasting pans. He likes that they're less bulky than oven mitts and provide enough dexterity to grab handles or lid knobs.” — An Uong, writer

Yeti Rambler 10-Ounce Stackable Lowball 2.0

“My dad's go-to cocktail is an Old Fashioned, and during the hot Louisiana summers, he prefers to drink them out of his Yeti lowball tumbler. The double-wall vacuum insulation keeps his ice from melting, so he's able to enjoy his cocktail sitting on his porch in 90-plus-degree temperatures. They're great for coffee-lovers too, since their construction keeps drinks piping hot for multiple hours.” — Katie Macdonald, director, News & Deals

Mitts Sponge Starter Kit

According to Executive Wine Director (and dad) Ray Isle, these clever sponges are “great for cleaning wine glasses without breaking them.” Mitts feature a clever design with slots for your fingers, making them a practical, non-abrasive extension of your hands. The glove-like sponge is a smart way to clean delicate stemware, sharp knives, and more.

Host Whiskey Freeze Cooling Cups

“My dad loves hosting friends on his patio during the summer, and he loves pulling out these glasses during happy hour. He stores the Host cooling cups in his freezer to keep whiskey and cocktails cold without diluting them with ice.” — Katie Brown, editor