Measuring, weighing, converting … Who has time for it? This handy, two-in-one device does all that for you. The Taylor 3890 Digital Measuring Cup and Scale has the ability to measure pounds, ounces, grams, cups, fluid ounces and milliliters. Plus, it is preset to convert flour, sugar, milk, water and oil from ounces to cups, and the digital readout on the handle makes measurements crystal clear. It’s essentially everything a home cook needs to get the job done. Now get your job done and pick one up for her. $35, amazon.com
This article appears in Guide to the Holidays 2013.

