The Best Luxury Christmas Hampers for 2023
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The Best Luxury Christmas Hampers for 2023

Because nothing says 'Christmas' quite like a wicker hamper stuffed with foodie treats

Want to get a head start on your Christmas presents this year? While the latest tech gadget or a sparkling set of earrings will surely earn you some brownie points, you can’t go wrong with a hamper filled with festive treats and goodies. Lucky for you, we’ve already rounded up the best hampers for Christmas this year. Enjoy!

The Best Luxury Christmas Hampers for 2023

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The River Cafe 2023 Gift Box

The River Cafe

The River Cafe 2023 Gift Box – Small II Box, shoptherivercafe.co.uk

Looking for a gift for someone who loves Italian food? The River Cafe sells a range of Christmas gift boxes filled with Italian goodies, like the restaurant’s own olive oil, panettone and fine Cipriani pasta. 

Contains: Gentile Panettone Classico, The River Café Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2023, Classic Cantucci, Peyrano hazelnut dragées, Fregolotta, Petrilli Tomatoes, Cipriani Tagliolini.

Eataly Pasta Hamper

Eataly

The Ultimate Pasta Gift Hamper, £55.90, eataly.co.uk

Perfectly primed gifting for the pasta aficionado in your life: the best Italian dried pastas, alongside a selection of sauces. Make sure to book in a dinner date with them afterwards.

Contains: Trofie short organic dry pasta 500g; Italpesto Genovese pesto sauce 180g; Marella Trottole short dry coloured pasta 400g; Così Com’è Datterino tomatoes in tomato juice 350g; Morelli Pici short dry pasta 500g; Valberbe Organic garlic and oil condiment spice 50g;  Afeltra 100% ITA Spaghetto long dry pasta 500g; Savini Tartufi Organic truffle sauce 90g.

Daylesford Truffle Lovers Hamper

Daylesford

The Truffle Lovers Hamper, £125, daylesford.com

Know someone with a penchant for truffle? Make their Christmas wishes come true with this tasty hamper from organic farm Daylesford, which contains all the truffle-based items you could dream of: honey, cheese and nuts, plus biscuits to scoop it all up with – and some fizz for good measure.

CONTAINS: Truffle honey jar 240g, Mini truffled Penyston Brie 250g, Truffled single Gloucester 250g, Truffle and pecorino nuts 310g, Seeded star savoury biscuits 110g, Prosecco 75cl

Forman and Field, The Ultimate Christmas Hamper For Two

Forman and Field

The Ultimate Christmas Hamper For Two, £124.95, formanandfield.com

Gourmet food delivery service Forman and Field is an expert in hampers, which are even more delicious come Christmas time. This festive creation includes everything you need for a meal for two, including the ingredients for a turkey roast, mince pies, Christmas pud, cheese and English fizz. The perfect gift for couples.

CONTAINS: Forman’s London Cure Smoked Salmon 200g, Turkey Ballotine 300g for 2, Brussels Sprouts & Pancetta for 2, Pommes Chateaux for 2, Turkey Gravy (200ml), Cranberry & Port Sauce (200ml), Individual Christmas Puddings x 2, Mince Pies x 2, Brandy Butter (225g), Potted Stilton with Port Glaze (225g), Artisan Biscuits for Cheese, Half-bottle of Court Garden Classic Cuvee (375ml), Festive Christmas Crackers x 2

Pique picnics

Pique

Yuletide High Tea, £60 for two, piquefood.co.uk

Hunker down to an (indoor) festive picnic. The Pique hampers are designed to provide the perfectly balanced afternoon high-tea, and come with perfectly moreish bagel bites and brownies.

CONTAINS: Selection of festive finger sandwiches; Sage; onion & apricot sausage rolls; ‘Nduja scotch eggs; Smoked salmon & dill mayo mini bagels; Pumpkin-spiced marshmallow & caramelised cashew brownies; Cardamom & orange scones with brandy butter & plum jam; Fig & vanilla mini pavlovas

Christmas bakes displayed on green background

The Newt in Somerset

Christmas Treats Hamper, £120, shop.thenewtinsomerset.com

If you can’t indulge in a treat or two at Christmas, when can you? The Newt in Somerset has a fantastic range of hampers this year, but we’ve got our eye on its Christmas Treats Hamper – packed with our favourite seasonal bakes and sweets.

CONTAINS: Panettone, Fig, Plum & Damson Christmas Pudding, Christmas Cake, Gingerbread Man, Stollen, Almond & Rose Nougat, Biscotti Biscuits, Garibaldi Biscuits

Momo Gut Health Hamper

Momo

Gut Health Hamper, £50, momo-kombucha.com

Christmas doesn’t have to mean being unhealthy; give the gift of good gut health with Momo’s deluxe hamper.

CONTAINS: Queen Butter Beans from Bold Bean Co, Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Citizens of Soil, Original Kimchi from Kimchi & Radish, Ginger-Lemon & Elderflower Kombucha

Brindisa Christmas Hamper

Brindisa

Brindisa Celebration Hamper, £250, brindisa.com

Spanish food hub Brindisa has cobbled together the ultimate Mediterranean feast for Christmas, with a selection of meats, cheeses and sweet treats to enjoy.

CONTAINS: 1 x Senorio iberico bellota hand carved jamon, 100g, Senorio Iberico bellota salchichon slices, 100g, 1 x Senorio iberico bellota chorizo slices, 100g, 1 x Pastura with truffles, ewe’s milk cheese,  380g, 1 x 1605 Manchego semi-cured wedge, 240g, 1 x Fig and almond wheel 225g, 1 x Salted Marcona almonds 150g, 1 x Gordal olives 150g tin, 1 x Perello cocktail gherkins, 190g jar, 1 x Torres truffle potato crisps, 125g, 1 x Orange tortas de aceite, 1 x Alemany chestnut honey, small jar 250g, 1 x Alemany soft turron, 150g bar, 1 x Chocolate cigarrillo biscuits, 200g, 1 x Rabitos Royale, dark chocolate covered figs, pack  of 8, 142g, 1 x Fuentenarro crianza Ribera del Duero DO, 1 x Cava Mas Macia Brut 75cl

Hamper with drinks and cupboard items

Provisions London

Festive Hamper, £110, provisionslondon.co.uk

Packed with cupboard essentials for a festive celebration, Provisions’ Christmas hamper comes with everything you need for Christmas dinner (minus the turkey) as well as some lovely treats to enjoy in the evening.

CONTAINS: Hazelnut Biscuits from Okina (Basque Country, France), Saucisse Sèche from Maison Mayté (Basque Country, France), Camembert from Ferme St. Loup (Normandy, France), Tin of Mackerel in Olive Oil from Jose Gourmet (Lisbon, Portugal), Extra Virgin Olive Oil from L’Italiano (Umbria, Italy), Goose Rillettes from Maison Argaud  (Basque Country, France), Bottle of Sparkling Crémant ‘Originelle’ from Yves Duport (Bugey, France), Pepper Cream from Variette (Gers, France), Block of Chocolate from Éclair de Genie (Paris, France)

Hamper with drinks and snacks on blue background

Ibérica

The Deluxe Delicatessen Hamper, £149.95, shop.ibericarestaurants.com

London’s top Spanish restaurant, Ibérica, has unveiled its festive deli hamper, which celebrates Spain’s rich heritage with a trip around its favourite foodie hotspots – from the tapas bars of Andalucía through to the restaurants of Galicia. A feast awaits.

CONTAINS: Juan Pedro Domecq Acorn-Fed 100% Ibérico Ham 80g, Juan Pedro Domecq Acorn-Fed 100% Ibérico Chorizo 80g, IGP León Cecina – Pre-Sliced air cured beef 100g, Esperanza Del Castillo Aged Manchego Cheese wedge 250g, Casa Santoña Mojama in Olive Oil 100g, O-Med Arbequina Extra Virgin Olive Oil 250ml, Espinaler Organic Crisps in Olive Oil 100g, Inés Rosales Original Sweet Olive Oil Tortas 180g, Les Garrigues Fried and Salted Almonds 275g, Paul & Pippa Smoked Salt & Olive Oil Crackers 130g, Losada Pitted Gordal Olives 169g, Pablo Garrigos turrón de Jijona 300g, La Vega de Zagrilla Organic Membrillo – Quince Paste 320g, Vilarnau Brut Reserva D.O. Cava, Pago de los Capellanes Joven Red Wine

Cocktail hamper

Imp & Maker

Christmas Cocktail Gift Hamper, £275, impandmaker.co.uk

Ready for the party to begin? Host your very own cocktail bar with this hamper from Imp & Maker, which is packed with ingredients, equipment and even a recipe book for those new to mixology (or just want to try something new).

CONTAINS: 1 x Tom Savano Espresso Martini 20cl (Makes 2 Cocktails), 1 x Tom Savano Pornstar Martini 20cl (Makes 2 Cocktails), Champagne Duval-Leroy, Brut Réserve NV 75cl/ 12% Abv made from Pinot Noir 60%, Pinot Meunier 30%, Chardonnay 10%, White Heron British Framboise – 20cl/ 15% Abv, Valencian Orange Pin Gin 70cl/ 40% Abv, 8 x Double Dutch Skinny Tonic Tins 200ml, Beautiful cocktail shaker a.k.a Boston Shaker, Double sided pouring jigger (spirit measure), Elegant Cocktail Spoon, Cocktail Strainer, Bottle Nozzle, Recipe Book, Two Handmade Cocktail Glasses, 2 x Passionfruits, 2 x Limes, 2 x Lemons, 2 x Large Oranges, Fresh Mint Bunch, Coffee Beans in Pouch

Cheese board

Pipers Farm

The Cheese Feast Box, £39.95, pipersfarm.com

What is Christmas without a board laden with cheeses, crackers and chutney? Perfect for cosying up on quiet evenings with family and friends, this hamper from Pipers Farm is the ultimate spread of nibbles for festive season.

CONTAINS: Cropwell Bishop Stilton,  Quicke’s Vintage Clothbound Cheddar, Tunworth, Bix, Sweet Onion Marmalade, Hot Apple Chutney, Fig Crackers

Christmas hamper

Fortnum & Mason

The Merry Christmas Hamper, £420, fortnumandmason.com

Having nailed the classic Christmas hamper several years in a row, it should be no surprise that Fortnum & Mason is one of the most sought-after brands when festive season rolls around. There are a whole host of Christmas hampers to choose from this year, but we’ve taken a shine to The Merry Christmas Hamper – which is packed with biscuits, wines and chocolatey goodies.

CONTAINS: Christmas Merrilous Biscuits 600g, Ultimate Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate 300g, Fortnum’s Marc de Champagne Truffles 250g, Fortnum’s Christmas Pudding Madeira 37.5cl, Fortnum’s Vintage Champagne Louis Roedere 75cl, Fortnum’s Sancerre Blanc Domaine Andre Dezat 75cl, Fortnum’s Crozes Hermitage Doomaine Fayolle 75cl, Christmas Biscuit Selection Tin 650g, St James Christmas Pudding 907g, Plum, Apple & Cinnamon Infusion 50g, Dark Chocolate & Cranberry Florentines 165g, Christmas Cognac Butter 195g, Christmas Figgy Preserve 200g, Christmas Blend Coffee 250g, Figgy Mustard 200g, Breakfast Blend Tea 250g Loose Lead Caddy, Cranberry Sauce 230g, Caramelised Onion Marmalade 230g, Pitted Green Olives in Brine (Vegan) 200g, Milk & Dark Chocolate Marzipan Dragées 175g, Mini Piccadilly Crackers, Mini 1707 Crackers (Set of 6), Christmas Peppermint Bark 150g

Food and drink on red background

Social Supermarket

Merry Medley Hamper, from £125.66, socialsupermarket.org

Want to feel good about your Christmas investments this year? Social Supermarket has curated a selection of goodies from ethical and sustainable brands, so when you munch on your candy canes and sip on your mulled wine you’ll know that you’re helping out charities and initiatives that make the world a better place.

CONTAINS: Sassi Rosso, Moltepuciano, 75cl, Sea Change, Prosecco, 75cl, Change Please, Sweet as a Nut ground coffee, 200g, Toast, Lager, 330ml, Brewgooder, Hazy IPA, 330ml, Divine, Salted Caramel Hot chocolate, 300g, Tony Chocolonely, Milk Hazelnut chocolate bar, 180g, Divine, Dark Chocolate coins, 60g, Roots & Wings, toffees, 125g, Island Bakery, Cheese biscuits, 100g, Roots & Wings, Cranberry and Orange Spice sauce, 200g, Roots & Wings, Blackcurrant jam, 340g, Boundless, Orange Maple nuts and seeds mix, 90g, Boundless, Chipotle & Lime sharing bag, 35g, Dalit, mini candle

Dukeshill hamper

DukesHill

It’s a Wonderful Life hamper, £195, dukeshillham.co.uk

Think the best of fine foods in one gorgeous wicker hamper basket. The Christmas hampers by DukesHill are perfect for foodies who want to sample some of the best cheese, wine and chutneys in the British Isles. The Wiltshire ham is a particular highlight and will practically fall off your fork – plus, it’s a Boxing Day must-have for adding to those sandwiches, and will be a treat for the whole family.

CONTAINS: Boneless Wiltshire Ham (1.2kg min.), Oak Smoked Salmon (200g), Cote Hill Blue Cheese (170g), Isle of Mull Cheddar (200g), Pork Rillettes with Espelette Pepper (180g), Boxing Day Chutney (198g), Gran Moravia & Pistachio Sablés (120g), Scottish Oatcakes (200g), Family Christmas Pudding (454g), Classic Mince Pies (6 x 80g), Grandads Light Loaf Fruit Cake (500g), Handmade Scottish Shortbread (475g), Milk Chocolate Honeycomb (125g), Tanners Cava Brut (75cl, 12%)

Spread of cooking products and books

Ottolenghi

Extra Good Things Hamper, £90, ottolenghi.co.uk

Ottolenghi has unveiled some shiny hampers for the festive season, which are packed with ingredients, spices and treats to help you get your chef on at home. The Extra Good Things Hamper features ‘must have’ spices, toppings and condiments from Ottolenghi, as well as three delicious new products from its bakery.

CONTAINS: Tahini, Aleppo Chilli Flakes, Nigella Seeds, Za’atar, Dukkah, Palestinian Chilli Relish, Kashmiri Chilli Powder, Preserved Lemon Paste, Bagel Seasoning, Jammy Peppers, Extra Good Things – OTK, Ottolenghi Gift Box

Christmas hamoer with candles

Panzer’s Deli

Going Overboard Hamper, £545, panzers.co.uk

We’re all guilty of indulging a little more than usual at Christmas – and that is more than okay. London deli and grocer Panzer’s seems to be in agreement, if its Going Overboard Hamper has anything to say about it.  Treat yourself to a selection festive desserts, fizz, cheeses and snacks, and enjoy the festive season to its full extent.

CONTAINS: 18 year-aged “Ca La Dal Non” Balsamic 100ml, Panzer’s Award-winning Smoked Salmon 227gr, Caviar 50gr, Panzer’s Panettone 750gr, Nana Lily’s Sticky Toffee Pudding with Irish Cream Liqueur 290gr, Pierre Mignon Brut Premier Cru Champagne 750ml, Chateau Haute – Fonrousse Monbazillac 750ml, Luis Canas Seleccion de la Familia Rioja Reserva 750ml, Panzer’s Luxury Christmas Pudding 454gr, Panzer’s Luxury Mince Pies 360gr, La Molina Milk Gianduja Chocolate with whole hazelnuts 1kg, Long Clawson Dairy Stilton 200gr, Shorrocks’ Lancashire Bomb Cheese 200gr, Red Cow Parmesan 200gr, The Fine Cheese Company Toast for Cheese Selection 3x100gr, Panzer’s Cantuccini 200gr, Hayman’s London Dry Gin 750ml, Nana Lily’s Whiskey Butter 190gr, Panzer’s Three Nut Selection Box 3x100gr, Cocoa Bijoux Dried Fruit Selection 300gr, Gianduja Milk Chocolate & Hazelnut Torta 480gr

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