Can you believe it’s already that time of the year again? Every year I’m like “this year will be different, this year I will be organized”…So, if you’re on the hunt for special foodie Christmas gifts for the gourmet in your life, look no further! Here are some unusual gifts for food lovers.
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Feeling the pressure to find the perfect Christmas gift that’s even more exciting and clever than last year? I hear you!
Don’t panic! Here is a carefully curated selection of delectable gifts and experiences that will not only bring joy in the moment but will also create lasting memories and make it look like you actually put some thought into it – and you never know, if you get them an experience they may even take you with them! Everyone’s a winner, baby!
So, there is no need to stress about the ‘moment on the lips, a lifetime on the hip’s part.
Let’s just focus on making this Christmas unforgettable!
This post is all about foodie Christmas gifts that will make them love you forever!
The Best Foodie Christmas Gifts 2023
1. Delicious Veggie Cookbook
Plants Only Kitchen – by Chef, YouTuber, author and all round cool dude Gaz Oakley. This would suit someone who likes quick and tasty vegan food without all the fuss – the book has over 70 recipes, including high protein and speedy 15-minute or less recipes, as well as meal prep and batch cooking ideas.
The photos are total food porn, from the Vietnamese-style tofu burger to the toffee apple chocolate brownie pudding…drool!
Gaz also has a vegan Christmas cookbook available. Check out his YouTube channel (and his arms goddammit!)
2. Fine Food Hampers, Cookery Courses & Foodie Gift Vouchers
Papadeli – this award-winning Bristol Deli in Clifton really is a one-stop-shop for all kinds of foodie gifts – artisan chocolates and cheesemonger, fine wines and oils, cakes, Bristol jams, Italian panettone, and more.
They offer everything from fine food hampers and foodie gift vouchers to cookery classes such as Middle Eastern Classics, Galician Seafood delights and Cook a Delicious French Supper for Two!
You will definitely want to add a few of their artisanal delights to your Christmas List – it’s a foodie’s paradise!
3. DIY Home Cheese Making Kit
This kit by Cheese Monkey makes 30 different Artisan Cheeses – we all know sweet dreams are made of cheese and who am I to disagree? Does anyone else have endless cheese pun conversations with their mates? Never gets old!
With this kit, your foodie can make cheeses from around the world from the safety of their own home. The kit comes with everything they need, even some spices for making some lesser-known cheeses such as smoky Chechil, they just need to add milk.
They can make mozzarella, paneer, ricotta, Greek halloumi-style cheese and lots more. I can almost taste the grilled cheese sandwich…
4. Craft Your Own Gin
Make your own gin at Psychopomp Micro-distillery – send your foodie off to Gin School!
This independent, B-Corp Certified micro-distillery offers a weekly gin masterclass followed by tutored gin tasting and gin-making sessions where you can learn the art of distilling, choose your own botanicals and distil your concoction.
At the end of the session, you will take home a bottle of your signature creation.
Vouchers for Gin Making and Gin Tastings are available via their online shop.
5. Posh Coffee and Cappuccino Maker
A Christmas gift idea for your coffee connoisseur! Look no further than the De’Longhi Dedica Style, Traditional Pump Espresso Machine, Coffee and Cappuccino Maker! This amazing machine can make barista-style coffee that will knock your socks off.
Whether you want a strong espresso or a perfectly frothed macchiato, this machine won’t disappoint.
Just imagine sipping on a delicious Bailey’s coffee on Christmas morning…you’re welcome!
6. Spoil Them With a Festive Afternoon Tea
How about spoiling your foodie with a decadent Afternoon Tea? I mean, who can resist those dainty finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with lashings of clotted cream and jam, and my personal favourite, a glass of bubbles on the side?
No. 4 Clifton Village Restaurant & Bar, set in a Grade II listed Georgian townhouse in Bristol, offers all that and more with their Winter Afternoon Tea! You’ll get to indulge in all those Afternoon Tea classics with some special winter warmer touches, all while soaking up the fun and festive atmosphere – it’s the perfect way to treat your foodie and their taste buds!
7. Home Mushroom Growing Kit
Have you heard about the Urban Farm It Mushroom growing kits? They are the perfect Christmas gift for foodies who want to grow their own organic and gourmet mushrooms right at home! You can choose from several varieties, including lion’s mane, oyster, and shiitake.
The folks at Urban Farm It are really passionate about the “grow your own” movement and they’re on a mission to educate and spread the word so why not be a “fun guy” and join them? (warning dad joke).
Did you know you can also grow mushrooms on coffee grounds?
8. The Best Gift for Wine Lovers
Have you heard of Aldwick Estate & Vineyard? It’s this amazing place nestled in the beautiful Bristol countryside, surrounded by the breathtaking Mendip Hills. They’ve been producing some seriously impressive wines since 2013, winning awards left, right and centre!
How about surprising your lucky foodie with one of their tours and tasting sessions? It’s a real treat! The tour starts with a glass of their sparkling wine, followed by a short video and a guided tour of their vineyard. It all wraps up with a chance to taste several of their delicious wines.
During my visit, I discovered something cool. They have these cute rose bushes planted at the end of each row of vines. Wanna know why? Well, they act as a natural early warning system, alerting the winegrowers to any potential pests or diseases. Isn’t nature amazing?
You can pre-book one of their picnic hampers and enjoy a meal on their stunning grounds after your tour. It’s the perfect way to relax and soak in the beauty of the place. And if you’re up for a countryside getaway, they even have accommodation options available.
Booking is a breeze too! You can easily grab vouchers for vineyard tours, hampers, and even stays on their website. Seriously, it’s a no-brainer! Go ahead and book a tasting for 2 now and demand they take you with them!
9. It Doesn’t Get Much Better Than a Cheese Subscription
The Bristol Cheesemonger offers a rolling monthly cheese subscription. Yes, you heard me right – dreams do come true! Each month a carefully curated box of 3 or more cheeses will be delivered directly to your foodie’s door.
It’s the perfect way to explore new flavours and discover your new favourite cheese, whether you’re entertaining, buying as a gift or simply treating yourself – because hey, you deserve it!
I have to warn you though, that scrolling through The Bristol Cheesemonger’s website is a drool fest – the cheeses look absolutely divine!
They also offer a fresh cheesemaking course where you’ll learn how to make 3 different types of cheese and then enjoy a tasty cheeseboard with accompaniments and a refreshing alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink.
Oh, and don’t forget about their online gift cards! They can only be used in their online shop, but they have an incredible variety of cheeses, as well as wine, chutney, and fresh butter. So, go ahead and treat yourself or surprise a cheese-loving foodie with a gift they’ll never forget.
10. A Gift for the Ramen Obsessives!
Check out this beautiful Karasuba-Iro Ramen Bowl Set on Sous Chef – it’s divine! The set contains 2 glazed ceramic ramen bowls, 2 bamboo ramen ladles and a full-colour ramen recipe booklet, all packed in a cotton drawstring gift bag.
The website has lots of awesome foodie gift ideas from Japanese knife sets and stylish olive wood cheese board sets to fine food advent calendars and cooking kits.
Does anyone want to buy me the Sourdough Starter Bauble Tree Decoration?!
11. A Cookbook with Soul
Discover this award-winning cookbook – Pawana: Recipes and Stories from an Afghan Kitchen. Authentic Afghan recipes that have been handed down through generations, interwoven with a family’s vivid story, stunning food photography and poignant family photos. It’s more than just recipes.
12. Foodie Kitchen Gadgets: Air Fryer
To say I’m obsessed with my air fryer is an understatement, like seriously! It’s so versatile and way healthier since you can cook with little or no oil.
You can make the most delicious roasted veggies, marinated tofu, crispy sweet potato fries, bake frozen vegan sausages, cook halloumi to perfection and even dehydrate fruit. Plus, it’s a total time-saver and less cleaning up afterwards. Honestly, my stove top and oven hardly get a look in anymore.
If you’re looking for a great air fryer, Instant Vortex and Ninja have some awesome options, with single and dual-drawer models for every budget. So, if your foodie doesn’t already have one in their kitchen, this could be the ultimate gift for them to unwrap on Christmas morning!
