The best Christmas gifts for gourmands and foodies

Know someone who loves spicy food and can’t go a meal without adding a dollop of chilli to it? Forget Lao Gan Ma, get them these bottles of chilli oil from Everiday instead. With flavours like mala chilli crisp and sambal to miso garlic, these sauces go with just about anything. Plus, they’re vegan and gluten-free to cater to different diets. The chilli quartet gift box ($50) is a discovery set of four chilli oil flavours, including Everiday’s house chilli, chilli crisp, garlic chilli, and sambal. For a gift that’s a little more jazzed up, pick from three festive bundles (from $55). The Ho Ho Hot & Spicy gift set ($65) sees the same four chilli oil bottles with a box of Everiday’s original seed crackers for snacking, while the Merry & Bright gift set ($75) includes gingerbread granola, mint chocolate seed crackers, spiced nuts chocolate chip cookies, and the bestselling garlic chilli oil. 

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The newly opened Blue Bottle Coffee retail outlet at Raffles City recently launched its holiday merch, which makes for great gifts for the coffee aficionados in your midst. The Craft Instant espresso and matcha blends are still available, but there are now four new coffee products to look out for: the Bella Donavan ($27), a Blue Bottle classic whole bean coffee; the Hays Valley Espresso ($27), the brand’s most versatile espresso served in its cafés globally; this year’s special Winter Blend ($30), an exclusive seasonal offering; and the Winter Single Origin ($33), with notes of berries, stone fruit, and black tea. For those just getting into pour-overs, the nifty pour-over kit ($66) has all the essentials needed to make the perfect cup. And speaking of cups, Blue Bottle also launched two new caramel-hued mugs ($33) for the holiday season. 

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Wow the special foodies in your life with delectably festive treats, thoughtfully curated by executive sous chef Daniel Tan and his culinary team. The standout roasted turducken ($338) – a juicy turkey stuffed with chicken and duck – is a showstopping centrepiece that’s sure to impress. Pair it with the signature tom turkey ($238), slow-roasted 200 days grain-fed beef ribeye ($228), or the glazed boneless ham with gingerbread spices ($148) for a spread that’s indulgently festive. Another tasty surprise is the Family Bundle ($398), which serves up to six with comforting classics like roasted French poulet with rosemary and herbs, black truffle fettuccine, and decadent desserts like hazelnut banana chocolate log cake. Perfect for gifting or sharing, these festive delights will sleigh your celebrations.

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For anyone looking to level up their cooking game, a handy spice kit is a must. And if there’s someone who knows their way around spices and can give a good recommendation, it’s Anthony, a second-generation spice maker. Stop by his retail store at People’s Park Food Centre to get acquainted with his range of spice blends. The most popular is Anthony’s Fine Blends Set ($35.90) which includes the incredibly versatile Curry Powder Singapura, five-spice powder, and garam masala. There’s also the Grill Lovers mini rubs set ($50.90) for those who love their barbecue cookouts. This kit contains six of Anthony’s seasoning rubs in local flavours like golden satay, earthy masala, tandoori spice, smoky pepper, and more. And for the health-conscious in your midst, the tea and latte set ($39.90) is packed with blends of Assam black tea, masala chai, and golden turmeric to brew a healthy cuppa. 

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Christmas isn’t complete without cookies – just ask Santa. For many of us, Famous Amos cookies are more than a sweet treat – they’re a reminder of the jolly good times spent with family and friends. This season, keep the joy alive with Famous Amos’ gifting options. From charming gift tins and boxes (from $13.30) to beautifully curated sets and hampers (from $36), each is brimming with its signature cookies baked to golden perfection. The beautifully designed tins are also reusable, adding an eco-friendly and thoughtful touch to your holiday giving. Whether you're shopping for loved ones, friends, or colleagues, there's something for every budget and everyone on your list. 

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If you want to impress at any festive potluck this year, a cheese and charcuterie board is the way to go. Skip the hassle of making it yourself though, because Cheeselads puts out some incredibly gorgeous boxes stuffed with fine cuts of cheese and meats, plus add-ons like dips and fresh fruits. The standard platter ($109) feeds three people comfortably and comes with artisanal cheeses including brie, your choice of charcuterie, the options of jam or smoky hummus as dips, as well as chewy nougats, house-made crackers, nuts, and dried fruits. If you’re going for something simpler, the petite platter ($55) for one to two persons is also a good option for some light grazing through the evening. Tip: throw in a bottle of wine and you’ll be every host’s favourite guest. 

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Nespresso coffee capsules always make for a thoughtful yet practical gift. Do someone a favour and get them refills of their daily capsules, or surprise them with a new flavour they’ve yet to try. Nespresso also puts out a series of festive capsules each year, and this year’s holiday assortment (from $33) includes 30 capsules in three limited-edition flavours like the Unforgettable Espresso, almond croissant, and peanut and roasted sesame. Just make sure you know which Nespresso coffee machine they own and whether it’s compatible with Vertuo or original capsules to avoid making a blunder. Not too sure? Put a stylish Nespresso iced coffee tumbler ($28) in their hands instead. The tumbler holds up to 540 millilitres of liquid and is leak-proof and dishwasher-safe.

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Homegrown pie bakery Elijah Pies is most known for its kaleidoscopic dessert pie wheel that tastes as good as it looks. Most recently, it also put out a new pie flavour featuring creamy pistachio crémeux, nutty shortcrust pastry, and crunchy nut butter praliné to finish ($65). Our favourite of its offerings though, has got to be its mini pie series. These small boxes hold nine petite-sized pies in a medley of flavours and are great for gifting someone with a sweet tooth who has a penchant for the pretty, adorable things in life. This Christmas, Elijah Pies is offering a holiday edition mini pie box ($31.90). On top of the usual flavours like Nutella, Earl Grey rose, and matcha, there will also be limited-time flavours like sticky caramel pudding, honey yuzu, wild berry lavender, and pistachio cheese.

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The perfect gift for the gin lovers in your life, this special Christmas gin is chock-full of spice, fruit and juniper. Returning annually during the festive season, the Christmas cake gin ($79.90) from the local Singapore Distillery features yuletide spices reminiscent of the traditional dessert itself. Nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, and mace compose the base, while dried mandarin orange peels add a citrusy touch. Then, dates, raisins, and currants bring a layer of sweetness and richness to the blend, before fresh juniper berries tie everything together with its distinct piney flavour. Enjoy it neat, over ice, with a splash of tonic, or for something more unique, poured over ice cream or Christmas cake. Alternatively, you can also grab a bottle of Singapore Distillery’s award-winning Merlion Gin, Lime Garden Gin, or coconut pandan gin ($79.90 each) – worthy additions to any growing spirit shelf.

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If you need ideas on what to get your foodie friends, the Classic Christmas hamper ($80) from Little Farms is sure to bring them some festive cheer. Packed with an array of premium quality treats like a gingerbread Christmas tree, assorted fruits, cheddar and chive sticks, nougat bars and more, there’s something for every discerning palate. It’s even got you covered for your festive toast, with a mini bottle of Brilla Prosecco DOC. If that’s not quite what you’re looking for, there are six more on the list to choose from, from two $120 options stuffed with Christmas treats, all the way to a luxurious $400 hamper featuring a dizzying array of snacks, plus four full-sized wines bottles to accompany them as eat, drink, and make merry this season.

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