Julia Nikolaus
When it comes to shopping for foodie friends and family this holiday season, you’ve got to keep your eyes open for unique food and beverage selections! With these gift ideas, you’re guaranteed a memorable (and tasty) present your friends and family will enjoy digging into—they may even be willing to share!
Does your foodie friend love rare treats? Exotic spices? Melt-in-your-mouth pastries or robust salami? Whatever their fancy, you can’t go wrong with a gift basket carefully curated with goods from local culinary creators! Shop around on your own or go with a crafted basket that’s ready to go—however you assemble it, your foodie friend is guaranteed to be impressed when you show up with one of these gifts!
Whether you’re searching for a hostess gift or a gift for the wine mom in your life, this gift set featuring a luscious assortment of reds (Bordeaux) can’t be beaten! Perfect for sipping by the fire or complementing a meal, these five bottles can also come gift-wrapped if you decide to ship the gift directly to your recipient. Pair with a selection of cheeses and crackers (see choice #1) for an extra unique pairing.
Silver Tips Teas offers an incredible tea-themed gift bag for the person on your gift list who loves nothing better than to kick back and relax with a cozy cup of tea! This gift set features three different teas (one herbal), a brew basket, and a few additional treats. It makes for a very thoughtful gift for teachers, coworkers, and the important people in your life.
Eating plant-based is incredibly popular these days, and more foodies than ever before are embracing products that incorporate vegetarian and vegan ingredients. For those looking to try meatless and dairy-free recipes, a gift basket of vegan products such as organic nuts, seeds, butters and oils, and decadent cacao will be a real treat! Pair with a vegan cookbook for a gift any home chef will love.
Cutting back on caffeine is a popular health decision, but many coffee and black tea alternatives fall short in the taste and flavor department. For a family member or friend who loves coffee or tea but wants to cut back on caffeine, the Rasa sampler gift pack offers natural energy thanks to ashwagandha and a robust flavor profile derived from chicory and other herbs. Pair with a French press and a fancy mug, and your gift set is complete!
Designer Dram provides whiskey lovers with a “dream come true” gift—the opportunity to create a custom whiskey blend that perfectly speaks to their palate and taste profile. This gift is truly unique in that the recipient can work closely with Master Distillers to explore the many blended options available.
A blend of exotic fruit purees offers weeks of enjoyment for the friend or family member who loves fruit smoothies, cocktails, or even homebrewing! Fierce Fruit sells only non-GMO purees made with 100% real fruit—no added sugar or artificial flavors required. From pink guava to mango to papaya to passion fruit, these purees are sure to make your taste buds sing.
