This is our pick of the year's best Christmas hampers.
Nothing says Christmas like an abundance of delicious food, indulgent drinks and an opportunity to spoil the ones you love. For the cooking enthusiasts in your life, we've looked far and wide for the best hampers this year. From traditional treats to adventurous ingredients, there's something to please every type of home cook.
1. Craved London 'Party in Your Pantry' hamper
Craved London
What is it? Craved pack an elegant paper gift bag or a handmade solid wood crate with exciting ingredients that will kick any pantry party up a notch. There's apple balsamic vinegar to use in amazing marinades, chipotle chillies in adobo for adding a smoky kick to dishes and pomegranate ketchup for transforming simple toasted cheese sandwiches into a chef's dream. The larger version comes with the addition of caviar, umami seasoning and white truffle oil.
Who is it for? For someone who loves to shake things up in the kitchen.
Where can I buy it? Available online from £39.
2. Abel & Cole 'The Big Hero' Hamper
Abel & Cole
What is it? Abel & Cole's beautiful wicker hamper is packed with organic Christmas goodies, from excellent tipples to red wine salami and plum and cranberry chutney. Have a sweet tooth? Worry not, there are also mini mince pies, butter shortbread stars and champagne truffles – a holly jolly Christmas indeed.
Who is it for? An organic twist for a Christmas hamper purist.
Where can I buy it? Available online for £120.
3. Lina Stores 'Tartufo Truffle' Hamper
Lina Stores
What is it? A truffle-lover's delight, this hamper perfectly captures the flavours of Italy's finest fungo. The indulgent truffle honey, earthy white truffle oil and nutty Parmigiano Reggiano are perfect for the two recipes that come with the hamper – enjoy a bowl of truffle spaghetti, beautiful in its simplicity, or treat yourself to a creamy porcini mushroom risotto. You'll find everything you need in the hamper.
Who is it for? For someone who loves a bit of dolce vita.
Where can I buy it? Available online for £60.
4. Ottolenghi 'The Exclusive Recipes' Hamper
Ottolenghi
What is it? Filled with inspiring ingredients and an exclusive 16-recipe cookbook, this hamper will get you cooking up an Ottolenghi-inspired storm in the kitchen. Preserved lemons, rose harissa and tahini are accompanied by less familiar items like arak and Palestinian za'atar to form the basis for numerous mouth-watering and unusual recipes.
Who is it for? For more adventurous home cooks.
Where can I buy it? Order online for £100.
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