As lavish Christmas buffets, boozy New Year’s brunches and indulgent seasonal sweet treats abound, the temptations of this time of year can be particularly tough to resist.
For the foodies in your life whose heightened gourmet sensibilities thrive in this season of feasting, getting the right gift for them isn’t always a piece of cake. But fret not, because we’re here to help you in your Christmas gift search.
Whether they’re a consummate host, a mixology expert or a fine dining fiend, we bring you our favourite picks to serve up to all the gastronomes on your list.
Johnnie Walker Gold Label Tin Gift Pack 75cl
With a limited edition festive collection design, this Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve gift pack includes complimentary bottles of 5cl Johnnie Walker Blue Label and 5cl Johnnie Walker Aged 18 Years. W shopee.com.my
Balenciaga Wine Glasses in White
Add a touch of high fashion to holiday dinners with a set of these wine glasses in white crystal, luxuriously decorated with an engraved Balenciaga logo and silver platinum rim. W balenciaga.com
Entier Caviar Epicurean Box
Fans of Entier will love this gift box featuring the its signature caviar, kombu butter, chicken liver pate and other spreads, along with a mother of pearl spoon and caviar key. W entierfrenchdining.com
IWA 5 Assemblage 2
Brewed in Toyama Prefecture, this sake by IWA Founder-Maker Richard Geoffroy takes influence from Champagne, France, and boasts notes of plum, almond, butter, and orange. W sakekami.com
Niko Neko X NATURECARE.LIFE Limited Edition Freeze Dried Zero Cube Box Set
A set of nutritious and highly addictive chufa cubes snacks made with the finest blend of green tea, roasted brown rice with shaded green tea. W nikonekomatcha.com
The Tea Republic Cold Brew Tea Luxury Bundle
An elegant cold brew tea kit that comes with two cold brew tea bottles, two leaf tea blends and two gold tea scoops for a luxurious iced tea experience. W ttr.com.my
Peddlers Shanghai Craft Gin (Limited Edition Gift Box)
A unique craft gin created in Shanghai and developed with its hometown’s distinct ingredients, with notes of Sichuan pepper, Buddha’s hand and lotus flower. W albertwines2u.com.my
Le Creuset Round French Oven
The classic kitchen essential, raved about by any cook worth their salt, is ideal for roasting, stewing, and braising, with a sturdy design that lasts generations. W lecreuset.com.my
Benns Ethicoa Merry Mystical Christmas Gift Box
Made with ethically sourced cacao from Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand, this set of chocolate treats comes with a double wall glass cup and is housed in beautifully illustrated packaging. W bennsethicoa.com
Nespresso Barista Milk Frother (OL)
Turn the typical morning coffee cuppa into a barista-made beauty with this milk frother, featuring a stainless steel jug, touch interface and induction system. W nespresso.com
Armani/Dolci Christmas Selection
Housed in elegant Milan-inspired packaging, this gift box contains classic Italian Christmas treats like Panettone and Giandujottini, as well as winter warmers like hot chocolate and tea infusions. W armanidolci.com
Brotenders CMCO (Come Make Cocktails Ourselves) special edition gift set
This bronze cocktail kit comes with premium bar tools like a Cobbler Shaker, Japanese Jigger and Bar Blade, along with four bottles of the brand’s best selling cocktails.W brotenders.com
Marks & Spencer Luxury Indulgence hamper
A grand assortment of decadent British favourites including chocolates, biscuits, fruitcakes, and pudding to make Christmas snacking sessions extra special. W mnshamper.com
BONIA Tableware Collection Merlion Set
Decorated with peacocks and cranes that represent beauty, dignity, longevity and prosperity, this fine bone china plate and tea set will add an exquisite touch to festive dinner parties and gatherings. W bonia.com
Chef Wan’s Signature Sambals Gift Set
Perfect for spice addicts, this gift set features Chef Wan’s beloved sambals such as Hitam Belimbing, Tempoyak Petai, Hijau Ikan Masin and Acar Buah DeWan. W chefwanrestaurants.com
Jungle House Jungle Dazzle set
A dazzling honey gift set, featuring honeycomb taken from wildflowers in Thailand, the strawberry flavoured Jungle Heart honey, the Sweet Tooth honey with hints of mango, and the seasonal Jungle’s Eye honey. W junglehouse.com.my
Chocolate Concierge 75 piece Wood Box
Enough to appease the most extreme of chocolate lovers, this grand 75-piece set comes in a wooden box that’s ideal for showcasing a vast sweet collection. W chocconcierge.com
Macallan A Night on Earth
This limited edition single malt whisky is inspired by the traditions of Scotland’s Hogmanay festivities, and features innovative packaging for a unique fire-ritual themed unboxing. Available from 20 December 2021. W themacallan.com
The BIG Group Family Feast Box Set
Give the gift of a full Christmas feast with this set featuring a roast turkey with chicken and chestnut stuffing, gravy and cranberry orange relish, olive rice, Brussel sprouts, salads and a yule log cake. W bigappetite.co
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