Gifts That Do Good: Ethical, Eco-Friendly Kitchenware And Food

Gifts That Do Good: Ethical, Eco-Friendly Kitchenware And Food

As the saying goes: the way to the heart is through the stomach. At Good Good Good, we love to explore and play in the kitchen as much as our community — that’s why we have a whole guide dedicated to those who love spending their time in the kitchen.

We’ve selected a range of sustainable, do-gooding brands to help you whip up anything you’d like for you and your loved ones. 

Each product listed was independently curated by the Good Good Good team. Some of the links we include may be affiliate links, which means that Good Good Good may earn a commission at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!

9 Food & Kitchen Themed Gifts That Are Eco-Friendly, Give Back, and Make a Difference

Finex Cast Iron Skillet 

8in. $150 | 12in. $230

This cast iron skillet from Finex is a sustainable, quality-made skillet for you. Finex is one of the many brands that prioritize their mission for sustainability over mass production, fair wages over profit made, and quality crafting over mindless consumption.

If you’re looking to fill up your kitchen with the perfect utensils, look no further than a cast iron skillet that does good and can make a good dish at the same time. 

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Bar 5 Milk + White from JCoco Chocolate 

$22.50

Technically, you don’t have to eat this in the kitchen but… Bar 5 Milk + White is a bookcase full of milky chocolate bars. The bars come in flavors like mango plantain, sea salt, toffee, sesame, and milk chocolate.

Additionally, these chocolate bars are directly sourced from Peruvian farms so that their profits are going to the people who make them.

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New York Times Cooking Subscription

$5/month | $50/year

The New York Times Cooking subscription is a must-have for anyone looking to expand their culinary palate.

The customizable subscription also includes easy-to-follow videos, recipes, and techniques so that you’re spending less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying your delicious meals.

The New York Times provides one of the most affordable cooking subscriptions at just $4.99 per month or $49.99 per year.

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SodaStream 

$104.94

SodaStream turns plain water into sparkling water in just a few seconds. Buying one is a fantastic way to cut down on the need to purchase cans or bottles of sparkling water or soda.

SodaStream also has a mission of sustainable production, focusing on making the world more eco-friendly through their ‘Don’t Just Share. Care.’ program. Buy a SodaStream and you can reduce your can waste for years to come. 

We recommend their Aqua Fizz model because it's affordable, works great, and doesn't require any power — though any of their models are honestly solid.

You can also sign up for SodaSense for easy and affordable C02 canister refills in the mail.

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The reBoard

$35.00

The Material reBoard is a BPA-free cutting board is made entirely from upcycled and renewable materials (75% repurposed kitchenware plastic scraps, 25% renewable sugarcane) and donates to food justice organizations like Heart of Dinner, Apex for Youth, City Harvest, and more.

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World Central Kitchen Donation

Any amount

A donation to World Central Kitchen lets you help nourish communities. World Central Kitchen is a nonprofit that works to feed disaster-stricken, hungry communities by helping them cook and providing them with meals.

The company also offers culinary training and helps create jobs for food and economic security. You can make a one-time donation or make recurring monthly donations.

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Brooklyn Brew Shop Hot Sauce Kit 

$40.00

This hot sauce kit from Brooklyn Brew offers fermented hot sauces that come in a range of flavors and spice levels.

The company’s mission is to create more sustainable and accessible fermented-based foods and condiments for customers to enjoy.

They also offer different kits for making your own beer, hard cider, sparkling wine, and more — all for an affordable price. 

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Lettuce Grow Farmstand Counterstand Set

$99-$149

Lettuce Grow Farmstand is a self-watering plant. It requires 95% less water than traditional gardening requires, meaning you only have to help maintain it once a week. In just three weeks, your plant will be ready to harvest for your meals.

Additionally, with every ten purchases made, one farmstand is donated.

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Takeya Reusable Water Bottle 

$29.99

If you need the perfect water bottle, look no further than Takeya’s insulated water bottles. They're the top-rated water bottle on Wirecutter for their affordable price, perfect size, and spout top.

These Takeya water bottles also have an insulation-lined lid, a range of cool, monochromatic colors, and a protective (removable) silicone bumper to keep your bottle from getting scratched or otherwise damaged.

They're available in a range of colors and sizes, but we recommend the 22oz.

This is the kind of water bottle you can buy once so you never have to buy another again.

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