Christmas Food and Drink Guide

Farm Direct Luxury Christmas Hamper, £83.99

If you haven’t already discovered Farm Direct’s veg boxes then you might want to start with a Christmas Hamper. They have a selection of Christmas boxes to suit your needs, from Christmas lunch staples to luxurious hampers. Our favourites from this selection are a particularly gorgeous Vintage Cheddar, Oak Smoked Salmon, Cole’s Sticky Toffee Pudding, Brazilian Single Estate Coffee Beans and a Three Choirs Classic Cuvee Brut NV!

Farm Direct’s gift baskets have a no-waste principle which means that you won’t pay extra for elaborate wrapping and packaging – just the no-fuss 100% quality British products. Their delivery service is running up to Tuesday 24th December!

Available from: www.farm-direct.com

Lilika’s Treats Macarons, made to order from £1.20 per macaron

Lilika’s Treats is an independent luxury patisserie brand, with a base in Greenwich Market and online, dedicated to perfecting the art of macaron and cake. Their ethos is to reintroduce baking as an edible art form. Each creation is made to tell an individual story at every stage, from flavour to design and display. No two designs should ever be the same as no two people ever are. A wonderful gift or stocking filler, or something special to hand round with the Christmas chocolates!

Available from www.lilikastreats.com

Paxton and Whitfield, ‘The Windsor’ Cheese Hamper, £100

A selection of cheese, wine and fine food goodies, all presented in Paxton’s stylish wooden gift hamper. A winning gift combination of chocolate, cheese and wine!

The hamper box contains: Oaties Original (150g), Multiseed & Pepper Cracker Bakes (85g), Spiced Plum Chutney (198g), Dorset Goat (200g), Celtic Soft (200g), Cheddar Pounder PDO* (550g), Cherry, Orange & Almond Milk Chocolate Clusters, Côte De Duras White Wine (750ml), Côte De Duras Red Wine (750ml) and a Paxton & Whitfield Slate Board & Chalk Set.

Available from: www.paxtonandwhitfield.co.uk

 

Fruits for Cheese Gift Box, £13.95

Three unique products to pair perfectly with the all-important Christmas Cheeseboard, so good that we don’t think you’ll want to share.. It contains one smoked Apple Butter, one Damson Cheese and a Pear and Brandy Conserve.

Available from: www.rosebudpreserves.co.uk

Feya Luxury Hamper Basket, £135

Following unprecedented success of Feya Cafe in Bond Street, Feya is launching their new shop, providing a range of teas, chocolates and other delicious pieces with a gorgeously Instagrammable aesthetic. The brand also holds ethical and sustainable values whilst boasting a 75% female workforce! Their hamper would make a perfect self-care gift for someone special at Christmas, but we are also fans of the entire range, including their cards and homeware. Prices start from as little as £6.50, so take a look and choose your favourites!

Available from: www.feya.co.uk

The Little Pasta Co, Luxury Date Night Box – Tagliatelle with Truffle Butter, £55.00

The Little Pasta Company, owned by husband and wife team Daniel and Anouska Webber Quick, has launched some Christmas specials, available for nationwide delivery. We are big fans of the Festive Luxury box, which includes: Tagliatelle with Truffle Butter for two, all the date night box trimmings plus a platter of Mixed Vegetable Antipasti and a bottle of Black Truffle Oil and a larger Dolce and Gabbana Panettone.

Available from: www.thelittlepastacompany.co.uk

No1 Food Prep Delivery Boxes, from £120 per week

If you’re looking to take the stress out of healthy eating, and we mean all the stress, then you should check out No1 Food Prep. Their boxes provide breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner and are all pre-prepared, so you can have optimum time for being around love ones this December. They’re also super healthy, and perfect for those looking to fuel their bodies with fresh, nutrient packed seasonal produce, all meals are macro calculated to support individuals health and fitness goals during this time. The sister company of leading fitness provider, No1 Bootcamp – No1 Food Prep replicates dishes enjoyed on their fitness retreats. Their meals are curated by leading nutritionists and cooked by top chefs, with 4 size options depending on your macro needs. It is also ideal to order for an elderly loved one who may be unable to risk going to the super markets during this time. All ingredients are of the highest quality, locally sourced from No1 Bootcamp’s Norfolk home base supporting local businesses.

Available from: www.no1foodprep.com

Whole Earth Chocolate and Hazlenut Smooth Peanut Butter, £3

A healthier chocolate spread for those up at 6am Christmas snacks! Made with peanuts, cocoa & hazelnuts & sweetened with natural dates so it has. It’s also a natural source of protein – oh, and it tastes delicious too!

Available from www.tesco.com

 

To drink

Terrone & Co, The On-the-go One, £44.95 

Terrone is a socially conscious coffee roastery based in Tottenham that specialises in Italian a wide range of responsibly sourced coffees from around the world and is stocked in establishments including Pastaio, Kricket and The Groucho Club. For Christmas this year, Terrone has released a series of Christmas hampers, with every type of coffee lover in mind. We love the full on the go package! It includes: personalised coffee bag with coffee of choice. 
a black Huskee cup, an aeropress coffee maker and pyramid bags Joe’s Tea Co’s Ever-So-English Breakfast tea.

Available from: www.terrone.co.uk

Pukka Tea Selection Box, £13.99

A gift of bliss for you or your loved ones. A selection of loving organic herbal tea blends to take you from morning to night with vitality and joy. 45 sachets of incredible organic herbal teas selected from the Pukka range relax – chamomile, vanilla & manuka honey – love – night time – tulsi clarity. All 100% organically grown and ethically sourced ingredients.

Available from www.ocado.com

 

Spice 94 Mycelium Gift Pack by Seedlip, £40

This gift set contains a full-size bottle of Seedlips’ Spice 94 blend accompanied by a recycled glass highball. The gift set comes packaged in super-sustainable mycelium packaging which makes for an intriguing and eco-conscious gifting option.

Available from www.seedlipdrinks.com

El Rayo Tequilla Gift Box, £16.95

Designed to be savoured, not slammed, El Rayo’s T&T is shaking off the English stereotype of late-night shots and instead serving tequila in a completely new way – with tonic.

El Rayo’s beautifully crafted Tequila has been born from a desire to share the flavours of modern Mexico. The unique taste, which is 100% natural, comes from the slow-grown Blue Agave plant, which matures in Mexico’s highlands for eight years. Thanks to this sole ingredient, with natural herbal notes, El Rayo doesn’t need to add any additional botanicals or manufactured flavours.

Their gift box is an ideal introduction to both of their tequilas, and fits conveniently into an adult stocking.. Or purchase the full products for £34.95 – £36.95.

Available from www.elrayotequila.com

 

Haymans Gin, Gift Wrapped, £30

Award-winning London Family Gin Distiller and fifth generation family-owned business Hayman’s offers timelessly smooth spirits that have been perfected over 150 years of the brand’s rich history. The London Dry, Old Tom, Sloe Gin and Spiced Sloe Gin (winner of ‘The World’s best Sloe Gin’ award at the World Gin Awards 2020) come readily available in beautifully gift-wrapped bottles, perfect for any gin lover.

Available from: www.haymansgin.com

Italian Orange Non- Alcoholic Spirit by Lyre’s, £23.50

This unique spirit has been crafted to capture the essence of a bitter orange aperitif such as Campari with flavours that are distinct and contemporary. Lyre’s spirits don’t just mimic, they have their own distinction as a premium, non-alcoholic beverage. Rich mouthful of flavours with blood orange and red citrus taking the lead. Maraschino brings balance, adding to the generosity on the mid-palate, giving a length of flavour followed by a persistent, pithy dryness.

Available from www.lyres.co.uk

Lumina Landing Stargazing Bundle by Siren, £26

This bundle contains 12 x Lumina IPA ales, a Lumina Orbital glass, planetary themed stickers and a Lumina “Planisphere” to accompany you on any festive stargazing.

Available from www.sirencraftbrew.com

Pure Adana Wild Raspberry Flavour Co2 Extract 10ml, £21.50

Spruce up your Christmas cooking with Co2 Flavours, which are natural extracts from plants! The “Supercritical Co2 Extraction Method” is a modern technology that gently separates natural flavours from the fruit, flower or herbs they are derived from, without the use of harsh solvents. Co2 extracts can be used as a natural way to scent cosmetics, perfumes, and food products. They are extremely concentrated: one drop can flavour an entire cup of coffee.

Available from: www.liveinthelight.co.uk

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