"If you have a friend who collects cookbooks like baseball cards, buying a food-related gift can be a bit challenging. But every home cook, no matter their skill level, will appreciate a class at the Pantry in Ballard, where they can learn about cuisines ranging from Cantonese to South American empanadas. The January slate of classes has yet to be announced, so your best bet is probably a letterpressed gift certificate." - Harry Cheadle