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As well as being a time of celebration, Christmas offers a wonderful opportunity to get together with family and indulge a little. And, with that in mind, here’s our round-up of some delectable treats to give your Christmas a tasty twist. From savoury selections to indulgent desserts – along with a few favourite tipples – these items are sure to delight your taste buds and impress your loved ones.

Free Range Kelly Bronze Turkey from The Dorset Meat Company

All The Dorset Meat Company’s free-range turkeys are from Kelly Bronze, the highly renowned and esteemed producer of award-winning free-range Turkeys that have been lovingly reared in the traditional way and fed on a natural diet, with no harmful artificial additives to provide you with the ultimate centrepiece for any festive celebration.

Kelly Bronze turkeys are slow grown and not rushed, with a free-range stocking density of 500 birds per acre as opposed to an average of 16,000 per acre in commercial turkey barns. Because of this, Kelly Bronze birds live as nature intended, with lots of exercise and a natural diet of corn, soya and foraging that produces a highly flavoursome roast with exceptional taste and texture. Kelly Bronze turkeys are twice the age of a standard intensive turkey, doubling the farming costs but quadrupling the flavour. Maturity has the biggest single impact on flavour.

A truly show-stopping gift, wow loved ones with our unbeatable Marc de Champagne Truffles and Blanc de Noirs Champagne. The truffles are heady and decadent, and the champagne the finest of its kind. Give your taste buds cause for celebration with Fortnum‘s Champagne & Chocolate Gift Box.

Produced by Maison Bonnet, our Extra Brut Blanc de Noir Champagne is made exclusively from Pinot Noir grapes sourced from Les Ricey in the Côte des Bar region. Golden in colour with complex notes of gooseberry, cherry, red apple and quince, this makes a delicious aperitif and pairs perfectly with foods as varied as charcuterie and mushrooms.

Luxurious traditional Christmas pudding with juicy soaked fruit and nuts, finished with Cognac, from Donald Russell. Full of brandy-soaked cherries, nuts and amontillado sherry, topped with whole cherries and almonds.

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Halfpenny Green Wine Estate’s reputation as an exceptional English vineyard has been ripening throughout 2024, with multiple awards for its range of white, red, rosé and sparkling wines. Its 13 different tipples are amongst the very best that Britain has to offer and, in its Penny Red, we might just be looking at their flagship bottle. Starring on Alan Titchmarsh’s Love Your Weekend ITV show recently and the preferred red wine of choice in Jeremy Clarkson’s pub, The Farmer’s Dog, it’s a wonderful wine in esteemed company.

It’s an easy-drinking red, with plums, violets and forest fruits on the nose and palate and is brilliant with grilled meats and vegetables, as well alongside red fruit or chocolate-based desserts. We can vouch for it being quite quaffable on its own, too!

A mixed box of Wilfreds‘ delectable award-winning mince pies containing 4 each of their delicious flavours. Indulge in the sweetest of treats this Christmas with 4 Welsh Honey Rum Mince Pies, 4 Cointreau & Orange Mince Pies and 4 Shirgar Brandy Butter Mince Pies.

A luxurious shellfish cocktail with sweet pear, baby gem toasted sunflower seeds and sourdough crisps, courtesy of The Fish People. Enjoy this starter – intended for festive sharing – that’s just perfect for Christmas with a selection of delicious fish such as shrimp, crab, crayfish and king prawn bound in a marie rose sauce.

This feast of a charcuterie board is bumper packed and chock-full of Marsh Pig‘s whole range. Among the many treats included are: 1 x Sliced Fennel Salami (2 star Great Taste Award Winner); 1 x Sliced Red Wine & Thyme Salami; 1 x Sliced Garlic & Black Pepper Salami (Great Taste Award Winner); 1 x Sliced Rosemary & Garlic Salami (Great Taste Award Winner); 1 x Sliced Black Olive Salami (World Charcuterie Award Winner); 1 x Sliced Garlic & Paprika Salami; 1 x Venison and Sloe Gin salami (Great Taste Award Winne; r); 1 x Truffle Salami (Great Taste Award Winner)1 x Oak Smoked Chorizo (Great Taste Award Winner)… and much, much more!

This 335g Christmas Tree Box contains an assortment of 27 timeless Neuhaus milk, dark and white filled chocolates. Wrapped in a festive green-and-gold Christmas tree box, it makes the perfect gift for chocolate lovers.

Neuhaus created the first Belgian praline and will always keep inventing. All of their chocolates are proudly made in Belgium, composed with care, using only fair and natural ingredients.

Cold Smoked Salmon ‘Show Stopper!’ from Fire & Smoke

This is a full side of our hand crafted smoked salmon. Expertly sliced by Fire & Smoke’s sashimi slicers! They trim the side for you, saving you time and probably a little of frustration. This sliced side of salmon will be the showstopper for your Christmas table, adding that wow factor to your gathering.

Along with the side, they also provide you with the chopped trim. The trim has a greater depth of flavour and some has the texture of ‘jerky’ it is absolutely ideal to mix in with those breakfast eggs or fillings for a bagel.

Looking for a selection of quality sparkling wines but not sure what to buy? Like Champagne but without the price tag? The Spanish Vintage Cava Box by Basco is the ideal gift for any Champagne or sparkling wine lover. This well-presented wine box set includes three vintage cavas from iconic Penedes winery Agusti Torello Mata, The selection comes in a Basco branded wooden wine box, perfect if you are looking for a quality wine gift. The box includes one bottle of Cava Celler Kripta Brut Reserva, one bottle of Cava Celler Kripta Rose and one bottle of Cava Celler Kripta Gran Reserva Barrica.

Create magical post Christmas dishes with left over turkey or veg and pair it with luxurious Cornwall Pasta Company‘s range of British organic pastas. There are a wide range of every day organic, bronze cut, pastas available in a variety of styles from Maccaroni to Lumaconi. If you would prefer to elevate things further there are indulgent ranges of pasta that are made from high quality, locally sourced ingredients such as Cornish Safron Mafaldine, Red Wine Radiatori, Wild Garlic Campanelle to name but a few.

The Wine Explorer’s Hamper from Harrods

Discover bottles from all corners of the wine-making world with this exceptional assortment and treat the oenophile in your life to The Wine Explorer’s Hamper from Harrods. Presenting a dozen hand-picked bottles from our prestigious in-store selection, the hamper offers the lucky recipient the chance to enjoy the tipple in its every variety, whether their preference is for red, white, rosé or sparkling. Plus, the perfect finishing touch comes courtesy of our charming wicker basket in which this edit is encased – sure to become a keepsake long after the last drop is savoured.

Quitting or cutting back on the booze, but don’t want to quit the celebratory ritual of a drink? Discover the best tasting, highest quality alternatives to alcohol through this Etsy alcohol-free cocktail box to keep you feeling special this Christmas. Everything you need to make over 12 drinks in one box, while discovering truly incredible alternatives to alcohol.

Bring the Christmas spirit right to your home this year with the ultimate bake and craft gift from Yumbles, and turn your Christmas into an unforgettable experience. Make this 3D Christmas gingerbread house together with your family or send it as a gift to someone who loves Christmas baking. This DIY kit contains everything what you will need to make and decorate this wonderful edible 3D Christmas gingerbread house from scratch.

As we’re approaching the festive season, Loki Wine thought it would be great to create a case most suited for winter occasions – this winter celebration sparkling case!

Welcome the season with this luxurious sparkling wine case, featuring a mix of Prosecco, Brut, Crémant, and Champagne. From the vibrant fruitiness of Prosecco and elegant Tasmanian Brut to the bold sparkle of Shiraz and rosé Champagne, each bottle is perfect for winter celebrations and festive gatherings.

Bloody Margaret Prawn Cocktails from Waitrose

Juicy prawns with a gin-infused Marie Rose sauce, topped with silky smoked salmon. A twist on the classic, from this Waitrose own-label specialty.

Make sure Christmas goes off with a bang with this generous “cake”. This stack of four specialty cheeses from The Fine Cheese Co. will serve as a real treat come Christmas Day. It serves 12 and comes gift wrapped, and even with the sparklers included. See the website for the full details of each cheese.

Transport yourself to Italy this Christmas with three exquisite aperitivos: Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto, Savoia Americano Rosso, and Savoia Orancio. Whether you’re toasting to the festive season or looking for the perfect gift for cocktail lovers, these Italian treasures are sure to impress with their unique flavours, rich heritage, and sophisticated charm. Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto offers a beautifully balanced blend of zesty citrus and floral notes, perfect for spritzes or simply over ice with tonic.

For those who prefer a more complex flavour, Savoia Americano Rosso stands out with its smooth, bittersweet profile crafted from 24 botanicals, making it ideal for Negronis or classic cocktails. Savoia Orancio brings an exotic touch, infused with orange wine, saffron, and pomegranate for a warm, spiced twist that’s perfect for seasonal drinks. All are 100% vegan, and proud Platinum winners of the Plant-Based Excellence Awards. Available at Waitrose, Master of Malt, The Whisky Exchange, and Amazon, they’re the perfect way to add Italian flair to your Christmas celebrations.

This luxury selection of festive nibbles and treats has been thoughtfully curated by Virginia Hayward to ensure a memorable celebration, where all food and drink products are alcohol free. It includes traditional British favourites, such as mince pies and Christmas pudding, and is all beautifully presented in a Kubu basket, which can be used for many years to come.

For a unique gift that keeps on giving, treat your loved one to the Refill Rewards Club Gift Set from Dunnet Bay Distillers. To kick off this VIP spirit subscription service in style, it comes presented in a beautiful rope hamper, alongside the original award-winning Rock Rose Gin in a ceramic bottle for life, two Rock Rose Gin glasses and a Caithness Chocolate Mr Mackintosh Lollipup (in honour of the distillery’s dog!). The enclosed gift voucher entitles the recipient to a monthly box with a refill pouch filled with the Rock Rose Gin edition of their choice and other selected treats. Plus, they’ll have exclusive access to special Limited Editions, with Clementine & Cranberry the current guest flavour. From £150 (starting price includes a three month subscription).

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Paul Johnson

Paul Johnson is Editor of A Luxury Travel Blog and has worked in the travel industry for more than 30 years. He is Winner of the Innovations in Travel ‘Best Travel Influencer’ Award from WIRED magazine. In addition to other awards, the blog has also been voted “one of the world’s best travel blogs” and “best for luxury” by The Telegraph.