What do you buy the person who loves to eat and drink? From quirky cookbooks to edible presents, we’ve compiled the ultimate food and drink gift guide for your loved one this Christmas.
1) Quirky cookbooks
Do you have that one friend who is obsessed with a certain cuisine? Buy them a quirky cookbook and watch their face light up as they discover all the meals they can make with their favourite ingredients. There’s The Hot Sauce Cookbook for that friend who says they can handle their spice, The Avocado Cookbook for your colleague who is obsessed with the green goodies and Posh Eggs for those who can’t get enough of the kitchen basic.
2) Giant drink glasses
Gin has become much more popular in recent years, now available in loads of unusual and quirky flavours. What better way to treat a gin lover than with a pair of giant gin glasses? Holding up to 990ml and made with the finest Bohemian Royal Crystal, these are bound to go down a treat!
What if they’re more of a beer lover? Get them their very own German-inspired stein.
3) Chocolate sweet tree
Unfortunately, sweets don’t grow on trees, but you can get the next best thing! Purchase a chocolate sweet tree with the recipient’s favourite treats for a present that looks great and tastes even better. You can personalise the glass vase base too with your own special message for that finishing touch.
4) Food socks
If there’s someone in your life that always stops at a Krispy Kreme and has a slight obsession with the dough confection that is the donut, then donut socks is the gift for them. Presented like a box of delicious rounded treats, the gift of is perfect for those who aren’t afraid to stand out from the crowd.
Or maybe they’re obsessed with burgers, hotdogs and fast foods? These fast food socks are the ones for them!
5) Zero waste sandwich wrap
For your foodie friend who is trying to reduce their plastic usage, why not get them some zero waste sandwich wrap? It’s 100% natural and perfect for taking food on the go and maintaining freshness. Plus, its reusable and can be put through the wash ahead of it’s next use.
6) Letterbox wine
Unsure how to send a wine-lover a bottle of their favourite tipple this year? You can now send it through the post with letterbox wine, available in red or white. This clever bottle is made from recycled materials and contains the same as a classic 75cl bottle of wine. Surprise your family and friends when this gift arrives in their post this Christmas!
7) DIY rolling ice cream maker
Rolled up ice cream is a trend that has become popular in recent years, with viral videos of ‘fried’ ice cream making their way to our small screens. Give someone the gift of making their very own with the DIY rolling ice cream maker, they simply need to add fresh ingredients and they’re good to go!
8) G & Tea cocktail teapot set
Do you have a friend who loves cocktails? Give them the ultimate gift with the G & Tea teapot set, which includes one glass teapot and teacups with elegant gold patterns. What better way to enjoy an infused gin?
9) Real wine gums
What do you get someone who loves sweet treats and drinking wine? How about real wine gums, available in merlot, chardonnay or rose flavour. Suitable for vegans and vegetarians, these are an indulgent treat that are not to be missed.
10) Great British gin map
As all drink experts know, the British are good at making their gins! Another perfect gift for gin-lovers is the Great British gin map, giving them the challenge of sampling every gin in the UK! Who do you think would appreciate this the most?
Stuck for gift ideas for everyone else? Use the Online Present Finder tool to discover quirky gifts for all.