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Are you nearly ready for Christmas? The holiday season is not only a time for joy and togetherness, but only one of delicious indulgence. And with Christmas in particular comes an array of culinary traditions that make it even more special. Whatever should grace your festive table this year, be sure to take a look at our round-up of special suggestions to make this Christmas that little bit more special!

Elevate your next gathering with the Wild Appetizer Box from Wild Alaskan Company. This seafood selection is perfect for easy appetizers and quick hor d’oeuvres. This box features: 2 x Wild Alaska Pollock Quick Cuts (6 oz.), 1 x Weathervane Scallops (20 oz.), 1 x Cold Smoked Sockeye (8 oz), 2 x Spot Prawn (8 oz), 1 x Snap & Eat Dungeness Crab (32 oz.) and 1 x Hot Smoked Sockeye Salmon (8 oz).

Fruitiness, freshness and complexity are the three principal defining characteristics of Segura Viudas Brut. The fruit and the freshness stem from the meticulous care with which we handle our grapes. The complexity comes from a very special technique, which involves autolysis of the yeast cells in the base wine for 3 months before bottling, and a second autolysis of the yeast cells for a minimum of 12 months ageing in bottle.

Get a complete crowd-pleasing holiday dinner delivered right to your door with this Williams Sonoma exclusive. This time-saving collection starts with a fresh, premium, young Willie Bird turkey. The assortment also includes three gourmet side dishes and a pecan pie, all of which are made by hand using the finest quality ingredients. It’s the best way to make sure that the meal is delicious and you have plenty of time to spend with friends and family.

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Step into the spotlight and make a statement with Beluga Gold Line Vodka from Shop Wine Direct. Its exquisite taste and captivating opening ritual command attention, ensuring it is the vodka of choice for discerning drinkers and those who crave the best. Beluga Gold Line has a unique serving ritual – the special wax-sealed cork, guaranteeing the quality and authenticity of the drink, should be opened with the elegant hammer and brush that accompany the bottle. Each bottle has an individual serial number on the label which makes it even more desirable.

Pure spring water combined with a meticulously distilled spirit and an extensive 90-day rest period in the ecological haven of Montenegro, make Beluga Gold Line vodka especially smooth, allowing its flavors to reach their full potential. Each sip reveals layers of distinction and nuance, hints of vanilla, white pepper, and sage, a testament to the masterful artistry behind its creation.

Platterful teaches you how to become a charcuterie artist. This All-In-One kit from Cratejoy sends you a perfectly curated box with everything you need to build a drool-worthy spread… all without ever having to leave your house! Their tailored instructional worksheet and videos make assembling the perfect board a breeze!

Komos Extra Añejo ($499.99) is a high-quality tequila perfect for those who enjoy sipping drinks. Komos Extra Añejo is aged for a minimum of 3 years in both French oak white wine and American oak whiskey barrels to ensure a most opulent expression. It is finished with gentle aeration: the winemaking technique of tumbling the liquid to take on oxygen to create a rich mouthfeel while adding a slight impression of sweetness.

The iconic bottle is handmade by artisans and designed to be upcycled – it can also be engraved with a custom message (free engraving this holiday season when purchased via Sip Tequila). The turquoise ceramic evokes the beauty of the Mediterranean while preserving the aromas within it. Komos is committed to sustainable practices in tequila-making, including repurposing waste from production into bricks given to the people of Tequila to build infrastructure and working with the same farming families for generations to grow their agaves.

Give the ultimate surf and turf dinner with D’Artagnan‘s luxe A5 Wagyu filet mignon and Rock Lobster gift box. The authentic A5 Wagyu filet mignon steaks are top-scoring, imported Japanese beef with the highest possible ranking. This usually lean cut is a revelation with its dense marbling, rich flavor, and tender, velvety texture. The gift box will elevate dinner with 2 A5 Wagyu steaks paired with 2 Rock Lobster halves. Seafood lovers consider Australian Rock Lobster to be unsurpassed in the world for its firm, fine texture, sweet, and rich flavor. With a beautiful red shell, the Rock Lobster makes a real statement on the plate, and that shell can be saved for making delicious stocks and sauces. This gift box is a date night dream – and a real treat for the taste buds.

A delicious combination of Smith‘s three most spirited holiday teas to introduce you to their joyful flavors. An excellent gift and delicious counter decor for the holidays and beyond. Assortment features 30 biodegradable sachets with 10 of each holiday flavor including Morning Light black tea, Ho-Ho-Hoji-Chai roasted green tea and Silent Night herbal infusion. Here’s to the present moment. And the after-the-presents moment.

The largest fish found in the Gulf of Maine (the gulf of water that runs from Cape Cod to Nova Scotia), halibut might also be in the running for the best species name: Hippoglossus hippoglossus. They can grow up to 15 feet long, weigh over 100 pounds, and live to be 50 years old. Their slow-growing ways translates into dense, meaty filets with a slightly sweet, saline flavor.

Halibut’s meaty fillets can withstand a number of cooking methods from pan-searing and grilling to braising. Sold by Wulf’s Fish in 16oz packs of skinless fillet and wild-caught out of New England or Novia Scotia, depending on quality and availability throughout the seasons.

Enjoy the ultimate tour of the world’s top coffee-producing regions—from home! Experience chocolaty Latin American coffees, fruit-forward African roasts, earthy Sumatran blends, and everything in between. Every World Coffee Tour™ from Bean Box features expertly-curated coffee sourced from the world’s finest estates and roasted to perfection by award-winning roasters. Featured on The Today Show, our award-winning World Coffee Tour™ includes 1.35 pounds of freshly roasted coffee, tasting notes, brewing tips, and artisan treats.

From the Pacific Northwest’s unique food scene to California’s breathtaking farmland, there’s so much to dig into on the West Coast. West Coast Wonders lets you transport this region’s culinary craft and incredible flavors across the U.S. One-of-a-kind cheeses and expert pairings represent California and Oregon’s best small producers, from a smoky blue to gorgeous chocolate, a snackable wedge to the world’s best dried apricots. An ideal gift for a West Coast ex-pat or anyone who loves great cheese, courtes of Murray’s Cheese.

Jack Daniel’s Winter Jack is a seasonal blend of apple cider liqueur, Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 Tennessee Whiskey and holiday spices. It is based on an original family recipe from Jack’s home in Lynchburg, Tennessee. When it’s cold outside and snow is falling, their heartwarming Tennessee Cider should be enjoyed with friends and family.

Winter Jack is best served warm. Once heated, it has an inviting aroma of warm apple cider, orange peel, cinnamon, clove and Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey. The taste is reminiscent of apple pie complemented with Tennessee Whiskey and seasonal spices, with a finish of toasted oak and vanilla.

With a clientele of high-achievers who expect the best, Colossal Cookie Co. need to always be on their A game. So you can bet your bottom dollar this pack of cookies has the looks as well as the taste. With this set, the entire Christmas line-up of flavours are available:. 3 x Santa’s Stash; 3 x Winter’s Fairytale; 3 x Only SnowDay; and 3 x Favourite Things.

There is something for every soft pretzel lover in this holiday gift pack! Included are all of Milwaukee Pretzel Company‘s favorite pretzels and dips! Plus, each wreath is made of three braided pretzel strands and complete with a pretzel bow for a festive touch. Pretzels and dips will serve 10+ people.

Filled on December 7th 1976, this whisky was later singled out by Tomatin’s Master Distiller as special. Lying undisturbed in Warehouse 6, the exquisite spirit slowly matured in hand-selected Traditional Oak Hogsheads, developing natural, subtle fruit tones. Over four and a half decades of watchful waiting by the cask’s custodians has seen this exclusive expression instilled with great complexity yet it presents a tremendous youth and vibrancy which is a remarkable balance to achieve. Available from Dram Fellows.

In perfect harmony, aromas of strawberry liqueur, tropical fruits and roasted coconut balance out with an exotic spicy character. Golden syrup and marzipan add to the complexity, developing into rich chocolate, coffee and brown sugar on the palate. The exotic spices appear once again with a long, refined, lingering ﬁnish.

In this bountiful collection, you’ll experience all three Curated Sets, presented together in a red-beribboned gift tower. You’ll savor thirteen distinctive single-origin chocolate bars, a flight of flavorful hot chocolate mixes, seven locally crafted collaborator favorites (from crunchy chocolate-covered nuts and buttery toffees to silky Sea Salt Caramels), and an exclusive assortment of house-made confections.

Get ready for wassailing with this wonderful seasonal gift set from Knack. A Mulling Spice Kit includes a packet of mulled wine mix of dried orange, cinnamon sticks, star anise, whole cloves, and cardamom seeds, and a packet of nutmeg powder. To make mulled wine, just add a bottle of red wine to a saucepan, stir in the two mix packets, and simmer for up to three hours.

This fully custom gingerbread house from The Gingerbread Factory is the perfect centerpiece for your holiday table as it is ultimate holiday centerpiece. Decorated with candy canes, gumdrops, skittles, sassy balls, plus your customizations, this extra-large gingerbread house stands at 11 inches tall and is sure to impress.

It comes with a personalized banner that you can customize with your family name or a special holiday message. Plus, the gingerbread family that comes with the house can also be customized to look like your own family members or friends. It’s a great way to add a personal touch to your holiday décor and create a fun and festive atmosphere. So why not get creative and make this gingerbread house your own this holiday season?

Originally inspired by fan-favorite pairings from their award-winning cheese and charcuterie boards, the chefs at Boarderie have created these spectacular handmade pastries, each one featuring a unique fusion of flavors that redefines the classic baked brie in a way that is fun, sophisticated, and surprising. Also known as brie en croûte, these decadent appetizers ship frozen and arrive ready to bake in their own oven-safe trays and can be kept in the freezer for up to one year before baking. Available from Harry & David.

Dandelion Chocolate‘s house-made hot chocolate has been a café favorite since their earliest days, when theydreamed of concocting a perfect hot drink to ward off San Francisco’s perpetually foggy chill. This season they have created a beautifully boxed trio of flavorful hot chocolate mixes to whisk up at home with fresh milk, cream, or dairy alternatives. Three delicious single-origin chocolate mixes, contained in elegant reusable glass vials designed just for Dandelion by the talented industrial designer (and Dandelion friend) Remy Labesque, are ready to taste, share, gift, and compare.

Rich, fudgy 70% Camino Verde, Ecuador chocolate forms the base for all three mixes. Our classic House Hot Chocolate is creamy, subtly sweet, and deeply chocolatey. Crafted with a blend of festive spices, our new Gingerbread Hot Chocolate tastes like a holiday celebration in a mug. Our House Mocha Hot Chocolate, which melds Dandelion chocolate with flavorful organic coffee from Ventura, California-based Café Altura, yields a smooth, café-style mocha right at home.

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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.