For a cook, something they can put straight to work in the kitchen makes a wonderful gift. Dried wild mushrooms are a favorite among home cooks - they add deep, earthy flavor to risottos, sauces, and soups, and they're compact and shelf-stable, which makes them easy to wrap up and give.

• Hand-picked Dried Morel Mushrooms, 1 oz - prized by cooks for their rich, woodsy flavor in sauces and pan dishes; a special-occasion favorite.
• 1/2 LB Dried Porcini Mushrooms (Cepes, Boletes), wildcrafted - a nicely sized, everyday-use portion for risottos and soups.
• 3 oz Dried Porcini Mushrooms (Cepes, Boletes), wildcrafted - a more generous option if you want the gift to feel extra special.

Any of these give a home cook plenty of flavor to work with, and they travel well as a thoughtful, ready-to-use gift.