This Sunday, the first of May, Spain celebrates Mother's Day. Besides flowers and perfumes, it's common to gift kitchen utensils or cookbooks: not in vain, only half of Spanish men take on cooking,
Giving a blender to a mother who cooks out of obligation, because her male partner claims he doesn't even know how to make a Spanish tortilla, is the best way to perpetuate inequality in the division of household chores, and it's as bad a gift as a mop or a floor wringer.
But, with that clear, it's evident that just as more and more fathers are tackling this essential household task out of enjoyment, there are mothers who are truly cooking enthusiasts, and in this case, they will be thrilled to receive a new frying pan, a recipe book, or any utensil that helps them create more and better recipes.
We've reviewed the best Amazon deals to put together this selection of gifts, which will arrive in time to treat mothers on their special day.
WMF Pressure Cooker

This pressure cooker from the well-known brand WMF is one of the most popular on the market. Its 8.5-liter capacity is ideal for cooking for up to eight people. It also includes a steaming accessory. Its regular price is 229 euros, but right now it's discounted to 107.99 euros on Amazon, a great opportunity for an upgrade.
Book Stand

This gift is very useful for all of us who enjoy following recipes from cookbooks. Having a good book stand is the best way to take care of the volumes, get them less dirty, and consult them more easily when our hands are covered in dough. This bamboo model is ideal and costs only 19.99 euros.
Steak Knife Set

This beautiful set of six steak knives from the WMF brand will surely please the most carnivorous mothers. Made of stainless steel, they can be perfectly washed in the dishwasher. It's a perfect opportunity to get rid of those typical household knives that aren't even good enough to cut a chicken breast, and they're also heavily discounted: they only cost 29.99 euros.
Recipe Notebook

Is your mother a fan of cooking shows and likes to jot down the recipes she hears? If the answer is yes, this Moleskine notebook, designed specifically for writing down recipes, is a safe bet. It includes dividers to organize recipes and stickers for adding notes. It can be purchased on Amazon for 19.90 euros.
Set of Three Cast Aluminum Frying Pans

Set of three cast aluminum frying pans with a non-stick surface, 18, 22, and 26 cm in diameter and 6 mm thick. Suitable for the dishwasher and for all types of stoves, including induction and ceramic glass. They have a 47% discount and are now only 59.99 euros.
Rocketbook

Also useful for writing down recipes is this "smart notebook", which allows you to easily digitize everything you write in it. Its pages are also reusable; you just need to wipe them with a damp cloth to keep using them once you've saved the capture to your phone. For jotting down recipes, the most useful is the A5 size, which costs 37.95 euros.
Vacuum Sealer

Although they might seem like a gadget, vacuum sealers are truly useful, especially these days when we're forced to concentrate cooking on specific days of the week. This device is also essential, , something we certainly recommend. With a 34% discount, this model from the prestigious brand Foodsaver costs 125 euros.
The Latest Book by Joan Roca

The latest book by one of our most distinguished chefs, Joan Roca, . We're talking about a traditional recipe book that reviews 80 preparations by Montserrat Fontané, who opened a food house in a working-class neighborhood on the outskirts of Girona, Can Roca, the seed of what would later be considered the best restaurant in the world. It costs 21.75 euros.
If you want more ideas for cookbooks to gift, you can check out that we published with all the new releases for Book Day.
Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls

This set of four stainless steel bowls is ideal for gradually upgrading your kitchenware. Perfect for mixing, whisking, and preparing doughs, they'll also accompany you to the table for serving salads and sauces, and you'll also get great use out of them when making flan at home. They wash great in the dishwasher and are practically indestructible. They're discounted by 35% and can be purchased for 32.67 euros.
5L Crock-Pot

There's little left to say about slow cookers that isn't already known. This is one of the latest models, which includes a handy sauté function, avoiding the need to dirty more utensils before starting the stew. It's discounted by 44% and costs only 78.99 euros.
A Good Gin

This more festive gift isn't exclusive to cooking enthusiasts, but for all lovers of the gin and tonic, the quintessential cocktail. This Tanqueray Lovage is based on an original recipe by Charles Tanqueray, found in his notes from 1839, made with the best local ingredients. A premium gin with a beautiful design. It costs 36.99 euros.