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    Published: Nov 16, 2020 · Modified: Dec 4, 2024 by joskitchenlarder · 4 Comments. · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Christmas Gifts For Foodies - Ultimate Guide 2020

    Stack of cookies with cranberries and chocolate.

    In my ultimate Christmas Gifts for Foodies guide, you will find lots of delicious & useful ideas! Homemade or shop-bought, there is something for everyone!

    Image with baubles for Christmas Gifts For Foodies.

    This post contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on a link and go on to buy the product I recommend, I will get a small commission, but you will not be charged a penny more. Thank you!

    If you have food obsessed person in your life or perhaps enjoy all foodie related things yourself, then this guide with Christmas Gifts for Foodies is for you!

    I share both delicious and useful ideas for foodies in your life, some of which I tried and tested, have used in my kitchen for a while or they appear on my own Christmas list! Soo, let us begin!

    1. Gift Sets & Kits

    Bottle with oil and jars with spices.

    Veggie Roast Dinner Kit

    This delicious kit from Ross & Ross Gifts contains rapeseed oil infused with smoke, rosemary and garlic (perfect for your roasties) and selection of three jars with delicious seasoning blends (Fragrant Umami; Sweet, Smoky & Spicy; Tandoori).

    My opinion: Gorgeous oil perfect not only for roasties but also great as a dip for your bread. Sprinkle your veggies with one of the seasoning blends before roasting and you'll be delighted.

    They do have a varied selection of lovely foodie gifts on their website whether you're plant based or not, so definitely do check them out!

    Three glass bottles of maple syrup in a box.

    Escuminac Maple Syrup Luxury Gift Box 3x200ml

    This beautifully looking maple syrup gift box contains 3 certified organic bottles of maple syrup (Extra Rare Amber Rich Taste; Great Harvest Dark Medium Taste; Late Harvest Dark Robust Taste).

    My opinion: The best maple syrup I've ever tasted! It will transform your breakfast into a very special affair. Pour it over pancakes or porridge and enjoy!

    Content of kombucha making kit box.

    Mad Millie Kombucha Kit

    Great little kit for those wanting to brew their own kombucha for that extra gut TLC. It has everything you need to get you started including kombucha live culture (Scooby). Definitely a gift that keeps on giving! You can purchase it via Indigo Herbs and if you're into your health foods & natural, quality ingredients, you'll love them.

    My opinion: Simple kit with everything you need that takes you step by step through making kombucha. I love it!

    Vegan cheese kit box.

    Mad Millie Vegan Cheese Kit

    Something for vegans in your life! Make vegan cheese like mozzarella, halloumi, cream cheese, mascarpone, ricotta and feta in the comfort of your own kitchen!

    Set of ingredients and a cookbook.

    Ottolenghi Simple Cookbook & Ingredients Set

    If you found yourself getting a new cookbook only to realise you don't have the right ingredients to cook with then welcome to my world! This fantastic set takes care of that as it comes with a bundle of essential ingredients you'll need! All in one bag! Now, all you need to do is decide which recipe to make first!

    My opinion: Great value cookbook set and one of many over at Souschef.com website so check it out and you can do a bulk of your Christmas online food shopping there too!

    Selection of vegan chocolates.

    Vegan Plant Power Gift Box

    I had loved Montezuma for their chocolates way before going plant based but love them even more since! Their selection of vegan chocolates and truffles is just the best there is, with this lovely Vegan Chocolate Gift Box being perfect example. They offer beautiful selection of different gift sets whether you're vegan or not so do check them out!

    Folded and unfolded advent calendar with tea bags.

    Pukka Herbal Tea Advent Calendar

    Something for tea lover in you life. This selection of herbal teas from Pukka will make run-up to Christmas so much more enjoyable!

    Bag with tip cards, reflectors & photo backgrounds.

    The Instagram Foodie Bag

    If you know somebody who is into food & photography this fab set will make an awesome gift!

    Pop up reflector, 8 cards with food photography tips & 4 beautiful photographic backdrops (my favourite bit), all in a large canvas bag! This set will have the lucky recipient shoot photos of their brekkie, lunch and dinner before you know it!

    2. Something for Coffee Lovers

    Horsham Coffee Roaster logo.

    Horsham Coffee Roaster

    If you enjoy your coffee and like to support independent businesses, give HCR a go!

    They have most amazing variety of coffee blends in recyclable packaging but most of all their company's ethics and relationship with suppliers is what really stands out.

    Whether you're after one off beans or ground coffee order or would like to sign up for one of their subscriptions, you'll love them!

    3. Beautiful Ceramics

    Yorkshire Ceramics Logo.

    Yorkshire Ceramics

    I would like to give lovely Angela and her gorgeous handcrafted ceramics a shout-out here!

    Former food blogger, turned potter, Angela creates beautiful but functional everyday kitchen pieces you will fall in love with!

    Another small business to support this Christmas!

    4. Useful gadgets

    Red digital food thermometer.

    Thermapen Classic Thermometer

    Every keen cook out there needs this funky digital probe thermometer in their kitchen drawer. Whether yo are into jam making, baking, chocolate tempering or roasting this little gadget will have your back. No more guessing game in the kitchen.

    Round oven thermometer.

    Stainless Steel Oven Thermometer

    This would make a great set with Thermapen Classic above! I wouldn't be without it in my kitchen considering how inaccurate most of oven thermostats are. Baker in your life will thank you!

    Black digital kitchen scale.

    Salter Digital Kitchen Scale

    Simple, reliable set of digital kitchen scales is a must in any kitchen especially if you bake a lot. Grams, ounces and even millilitres this scale has got you covered.

    Chopping board with trays on both sides and vegetables.

    Bamboo Chopping Board with Trays

    Great gadget allowing you to chop your veggies and utilise hidden trays serving, organising or scraps.

    Fab as a serving board for nibbles too!

    5. Favourite Foodie Cookbooks

    Deliciously Ella cookbook.

    Deliciously Ella - Quick & Easy

    My very favourite cook book of 2020. Uncomplicated, delicious and perfect if you're just starting on your plant based journey!

    Rebel Recipes cookbook.

    Niki Webster - Rebel Recipes

    Niki's recipes are truly inspirational. Proper whole foods, plant based, comforting, seasonal and delicious! Real gem!

    6. Pricey Gifts

    Froothie Evolve Power Blender.

    Froothie Evolve

    You know I've been using Froothie Evolve for a while now and pretty much every day too!

    If you are looking for a powerful blender this one really is it! It's not cheap but there is usually a deal available on Froothie website and with my affiliate link you'll get extra 2 years warranty too which will take you from already very generous 5 to 7 years!

    If you'd like to find out more about Froothie Evolve, make sure to read my comprehensive review.

    Instant Pot

    Instant Pot

    Despite my husband's predictions that it will only gather dust, I've used this beast almost every single day for the past 3 years!

    Whether it's for steaming veggies, cooking beans or rice, at this point I simply cannot imagine life without it!

    Magimix Compact 3200 White Food Processor.

    Magimix Compact 3200 Food Processor

    This compact food processor will make fantastic addition to your kitchen and do all the chopping and slicing for your.

    I use the smallest bowl most often for hummus and other dips but also to chop the onion and other veg for stews and curries.

    It's a great kitchen workhorse, I can't recommend it enough!

    Black stand mixer with glass bowl.

    Kenwood kMix Stand Mixer

    This one is for all of you bread and cake bakers!

    Quality piece of kit that will do all the hard work for you!

    I got mine for Christmas 2010 and despite frequent use it is still going strong so am hoping to get at least another 10 years (if not more) out of it!

    Coffee machine with two coffee cups.

    De'Longhi Bean To Cup Coffee Machine

    This machine was our Christmas present to ourselves 2 years ago. When our old and super simple De'longhi gave up the ghost after years of service we decided to go for the "bean to cup" machine.

    I can wholeheartedly recommend it. It's an investment but as long as you look after it it will be the one that lasts and if you're a bit of a coffee snob like us, you'll love it!

    Black juicer on a kitchen counter.

    Optimum 600M Cold Press Juicer

    This one is on my own list this year! As much as I love my smoothies, I'd like to start juicing for that extra boost of nutrients and have been eyeing this one out for a while now.

    With cold press/slow juicers yelding more juice with more nutrients and less noise in comparison to common centrifugal juicers, I think it is the way to go!

    7. Christmas Gifts For Foodies - Homemade goodies

    What would my Christmas gifts for foodies guide be without some homemade goodies!

    You really cannot beat homemade gifts. Cookies, chocolates, preserves the list goes on and on!

    Check out some delicious recipes from myself and other food bloggers which will hopefully inspire you to get in the kitchen and start making lots of edible gifts for your family and friends!

    Cookies & Biscuits Galore

    Dark Chocolate Cranberry Chestnut Cookies
    Soft & chewy these Dark Chocolate Cranberry Chestnut Cookies are simply delightful. Perfect Christmas/Winter cookies that won't last long in the cookie jar! They are a doddle to make too!
    Check out this recipe
    Dark Chocolate Cranberry Chestnut Cookies
    Easy Gingerbread Biscuits (Vegan)
    These Easy Gingerbread Biscuits are full of Christmas spices & optional touch of cocoa but only if you fancy. Perfect crunchy Christmas biscuits to bake with kids!
    Check out this recipe
    Close up of gingerbread man in a tin with other biscuits.
    Jammy Vegan Biscuits | The Veg Space
    These jammy vegan biscuits are so easy to make, and great for grown-ups and kids too! Make them into a dinner party dessert with ice cream or just a snack.
    Check out this recipe
    Jammy Vegan Biscuits | The Veg Space
    Easy Christmas Cookies - Apply To Face Blog
    Spread the Christmas love with these colourful Easy Christmas Cookies. Ideal as a festive gift for loved ones and friends
    Check out this recipe
    Christmas tree shaped cookies on a cooling rack.
    German Gingerbread Cookies - Gluten Free Alchemist
    Slightly soft, lightly peppery German gingerbread cookies which will instantly transport you to Christmas and beyond.
    Check out this recipe
    German Gingerbread Cookies - Gluten Free Alchemist
    Chocolate Florentines - Only Crumbs Remain
    Thin, lacy, delicate biscuits coated with a layer of chocolate, these chocolate florentines are possibly the best and most decadent biscuits ever.
    Check out this recipe
    Chocolate Florentines - Only Crumbs Remain

    Lovely Preserves

    Plum Jam with Chocolate
    This Plum Jam with Chocolate is easy to make, vegan, gluten and nut-free. Perfect to spread on toast, pancakes or enjoy with porridge! Try adding it to muffins or use as cake filling too!
    Check out this recipe
    Jar with plum jam with chocolate.
    Spiced Pear and Cider Christmas Chutney - Proper Foodie
    Brown sugar and ginger spiced pears, poached in cider and reduced to a warmingly festive Christmas chutney.
    Check out this recipe
    Spiced Pear and Cider Christmas Chutney - Proper Foodie
    How to Make Marmalade
    Orange Marmalade recipe made with beautiful Seville oranges for that bitter sweetness we all know & love. With my step-by-step photo guide and lots of tips on how to make it, you will be able to enjoy it on toast before you know it!
    Check out this recipe
    Close up of a jar of marmalade.
    Spiced Apple Chutney | Tin and Thyme
    A fabulous autumn spiced apple chutney. It’s easy to make and ready to eat just in time for Christmas. Neither too sweet, nor too sour, it’s just delicious. Makes a great gift and will keep well for at least a year.
    Check out this recipe
    Crackers & cheese on a plate with chutney bowl.
    Red Onion & Merlot Marmalade - The Veg Space
    If you’re making homemade Christmas gifts, this savoury marmalade will be a hit with friends and family. Simple to make and so versatile - delicious!
    Check out this recipe
    Red Onion & Merlot Marmalade - The Veg Space
    How to Make Lemon Curd
    How to make lemon curd? With my tried and tested lemon curd recipe it’s quicker & easier than you think. All it takes is 4 ingredients and under half an hour of your time! After that you’ll never go back to shop bought version ever again!
    Check out this recipe
    Lemon curd in a jar and on toast.
    Homemade fig and apple chutney - Proper Foodie
    A deliciously sweet fig chutney with crunchy seeds and sticky balsamic, which makes for the perfect chutney for cheese and biscuits. A great homemade chutney for Christmas and also one of my favourite homemade gifts to give out to friends and family.
    Check out this recipe
    Homemade fig and apple chutney - Proper Foodie

    Pies & Cakes

    Mini Christmas Cakes; gluten free with nut free marzipan | Glutarama
    Mini Christmas Cakes made gluten free, vegan even with nut free marzipan. Made using the humble baked bean tin! The perfect gift for a loved one on a special diet.
    Check out this recipe
    3 snowman cakes.
    Almond Pastry Mince Pies (Melt In Your Mouth)
    These Almond Pastry Mince Pies are just what they say on the tin - melt in your mouth delicious! Almond shortcrust pastry makes them simply irresistible and even more festive! They are so easy to make too!
    Check out this recipe
    Mince pies in a tray, sieve and mincemeat jar.

    Chocolate Treats

    Brownie Brittle Recipe (Paleo!) - Over the Spoon for
    This crispy homemade brownie brittle is gluten and dairy free! It is a great holiday treat.
    Check out this recipe
    Brownie Brittle Recipe (Paleo!) - Over the Spoon for
    Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls - A Baking Journey
    Made with 4 ingredients only, these super easy No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls are the most decadent bites you will ever try. And you would never guess that these Peanut Butter Truffles are Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly and made with No Refined Sugar!
    Check out this recipe
    Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls - A Baking Journey
    Easy Chocolate Christmas Trees - Family Friends Food
    Beautiful, decorative, and very seasonal, these festive chocolate trees are fabulous and easy homemade gifts that everyone will appreciate.
    Check out this recipe
    Easy Chocolate Christmas Trees - Family Friends Food
    Christmas Chocolate Bark - Matcha and Cranberry Delight | Tin and Thyme
    A layer of rich dark chocolate, followed by one of marbled sweet white chocolate flavoured with cranberries and matcha green tea. Break this Christmas chocolate bark into pieces and load into bags to make scrumptious festive gifts for loved ones.
    Check out this recipe
    Chocolate bark pieces green and pink.
    Chocolate Dipped Candied Orange Peel - Only Crumbs Remain
    Chocolate dipped candied orange peel is easy to make and makes a delicious and decadent treat or pretty gift.
    Check out this recipe
    Chocolate Dipped Candied Orange Peel - Only Crumbs Remain
    Prosecco Truffles - Recipes Made Easy
    A light prosecco flavoured centre encased in creamy milk chocolate, these chocolate truffles are rich and luxurious and surprisingly easy to make.
    Check out this recipe
    Prosecco Truffles - Recipes Made Easy

    Other goodies

    Homemade Festive Tea Blend - Family Friends Food
    This delicious festive tea blend, with its spicy, minty, sweet rich flavour, is a great homemade gift.
    Check out this recipe
    Tea blend in a bowl with cup and saucer.
    Homemade Biscoff fudge recipe | Cooking with my kids
    This Biscoff fudge is so easy to make, but delicious enough to make a very welcome Christmas gift for friends and family.
    Check out this recipe
    Homemade Biscoff fudge recipe | Cooking with my kids
    Instant Fruit & Nut Porridge Jars (gluten free, dairy free, vegan) - Gluten Free Alchemist
    Instant Fruit & Nut Porridge Jars. Full of favourite porridge treats for a pretty stocking filler.
    Check out this recipe
    Instant Fruit & Nut Porridge Jars (gluten free, dairy free, vegan) - Gluten Free Alchemist

    Disclosure: Some of the items included in my Christmas Gifts for Foodies guide have been gifted to me, however, I was not expected to provide a positive review and all opinions are my own.

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    1. Choclette says

      November 24, 2020 at 7:41 pm

      Wow Jo, what a lot of fabulous treats. I'm trying to decide which I'd pick if I was only allowed one and I absolutely can't decide. Angela's ceramics are always gorgeous, but I do like that Instagram kit too. Also love all the edible gifts.

      Come on Father Christmas!

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      • joskitchenlarder says

        November 25, 2020 at 9:42 am

        I know! 😀 Decisions, decisions right? 😀

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    2. Marissa says

      November 18, 2020 at 7:37 pm

      These are all such amazing ideas for the holidays! thanks for sharing!

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      • joskitchenlarder says

        November 19, 2020 at 9:11 am

        Thanks Marissa! I'm glad you like them. 🙂

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