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For the Gourmet Gadgeteer

More aptly labeled as (mis)adventures in cooking, your friend may aspire to be a gourmand, but Martha Stewart she or he ain't. Before you get invited to a homecooked meal, here are some tech gift ideas to assist your recipient in that gourmet undertaking.

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Onion Goggles

Onion Goggles

Fits right over bespectacled users, at least these ones won't leave your recipient weeping over the onions and Christmas turkey. vPOST by SingPost offers 15 percent lower shipping charges here, although it's possible to find these at local boutique kitchen shops.

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An espresso maker you might actually use

An espresso maker you might actually use

When's the last time your harassed hostess showed off her expresso maker? It's probably stowed away someplace in the house, too complicated to use. Well, this one makes her life much easier. Just get her to watch the instructional DVD first. vPOST by SingPost is the cheaper way to ship this in.

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"No Hands" One Touch Can Opener

You can lend your kitchen pal a hand with this can opener that's not only cordless, it's handsfree. Again, vPOST by SingPost delivers this at a much lower shipping rate here, although if you happen to be passing by Hong Kong or Japan, this has been spotting selling at selected home appliance stores.

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Sharp Healsio water oven

Sharp Healsio water oven

Prices have fallen since its launch late last year, making this fat-zapping oven a gift that shows you care enough for your recipient's arteries. Just remember to spread it out over several Christmases to reduce the financial heartburn. Found at bigger electronics stores like Best Denki in Singapore. Priced around S$1,300.

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Egg & Muffin Toaster

Egg & Muffin Toaster

Fast food in minutes? Now you can gift your recipient with one so he or she doesn't have to trek to the nearest McDonald's or Burger King for that egg muffin. vPOST delivers here, although if your buddy isn't brand-conscious, you can always get a clone at a neighborhood home appliance shop.

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Samsung WEP500 Bluetooth Headset

Samsung WEP500 Bluetooth Headset

Can't get hold of your gourmet pal because she or he's too busy whipping up an excellent feast this Christmas? This minuscule headset, which packs advanced features and excellent audio quality, should do the trick. Best of all, it's so light, your recipient will forget it's even there. About S$148.

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Sennheiser launches its first Bluetooth headset

Sennheiser launches its first Bluetooth headset

How do you convince a gourmet who happens to be a chatterbox to whip up a delectable dinner for you at the cost of a Bluetooth headset? Simple. Get the VMX 100 that's able to distinguish human voice from the oil splatter and allows the wearer to chat non-stop for up to 5 hours. When he's done with all the talking, you'll be rewarded with a splendid Christmas dinner. Everyone's happy. At S$238, it's a steal compared with dining in lavish restaurants.

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Canon Pixma MP476

Canon Pixma MP476

Can a printer be a more thoughtful gift? After all, if your gift recipient is going to be surfing online for Christmas recipes, it stands to bear that she or he will need a printer to print out those very recipes. You might even suggest some recipes that you'd like to try, too. About S$229.

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Fujitsu LifeBook A6030

Fujitsu LifeBook A6030

Liquids and PCs do not mix. So what do you do if she wants to whip up a Christmas feast using a recipe online? This Fujitsu LifeBook is not only an inexpensive gift at just S$2,288, its spillproof keyboard will save both of you from a lot of grief.

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Eubiq power tracks

Eubiq power tracks

You can never have too many power outlets, particularly in the kitchen. This makes for an unusual gift no doubt, but we reckon it's revolutionary enough to be appreciated by any appliance-reliant cook. Better yet, Eubiq is right here in Singapore.

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