20 luxury food treats to enjoy this Christmas (2023) – US & Canada edition
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As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to indulge in an array of culinary delights that embody the spirit of luxury and celebration. Explore our carefully assembled selection of 20 luxurious food treats, designed to enhance your Christmas festivities.
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.
Discover the essence of the Zambezi region (home to the world’s lushest natural preserves and scenery) with the Zambezi Series from N/UM Origins. A collection of four artisan salts that encapsulate the rich and diverse flavors of this majestic area. Each salt in this series is hand-harvested and hand-packed; infused with unique, locally-sourced ingredients and offering a taste experience that is as luxurious as it is authentic. From the smoky, earthy tones reminiscent of a wood fire under a Zambezi sunset to the crisp refreshing hints of the windswept South Atlantic Ocean, echoing flavorful history captured in the sands of the Namib desert; these salts are not just condiments but a journey for your palate. Perfect for elevating your culinary creations or as a sophisticated gift, the Zambezi Series is a flavorful keepsake, bringing the luxury and adventure of the Zambezi region into your kitchen
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!
Voted #1 whole berry sauce year after year, New England Cranberry‘s cranberry sauce is a classic Colonial era recipe, made by hand from start to finish. Every jar boasts lots of berries and a relish texture texture that deserves a spoon. No slicing required.
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.
Ladurée‘s ‘Destination’ macaron gift boxes encapsulate the essence of luxury and culinary artistry, making them an exquisite choice for those seeking a delightful and sophisticated treat. These meticulously crafted gift boxes showcase an array of Ladurée’s signature macarons, each a bite-sized masterpiece of flavor and texture. The ‘Destination’ collection adds an extra layer of charm by presenting the macarons in specially designed boxes inspired by iconic global landmarks, turning the act of indulging in these delicate confections into a journey of both taste and visual delight.
The Heritage Wagyu roasts are a cross between the revered Japanese Red Cow, known as Akaushi, and one of America’s best lines of Black Angus. Akaushi beef is the Japanese Red Cow, a national treasure in Japan. Heritage Foods’ Akaushi are sourced from the very same family of farms that first brought the breed to the States, Akaushi being perhaps the most marbled beef in the world. This is Heritage Foods’ Signature Wagyu — one bone-in roast — their most popular centerpiece now rolled and tied with fresh black truffles and a touch of aged gouda
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.
Gift a delicious and authentic experience from Japan. Bokksu delivers to your door the experience of tasting authentic Japanese snacks, candies, and teas sourced directly from centuries-old family makers. Every box you purchase supports these family-run businesses in Japan and helps keep their traditions alive.
Connoisseurs are often those with impeccable taste and an extremely high standard for premium arts and cuisines. Kolikof have got you covered with this Connoisseurs Caviar Gift Set, with nothing but premium Kolikof caviar, caviar accessories and deserts. Experience the lavish delicacy of high-end premium caviar that is sourced from the finest and most sustainable resources.
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?
This fun 6″ igloo carved cake from Three Brothers Bakery is being overran by silly little penguins having fun this holiday season. Decorated out of buttercream to make this masterpiece. This cake is available in white or chocolate cake.
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).
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.
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.
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.
Doscher Candy Co.‘s hand-crafted candy canes look, taste, and eat differently. Each cane is hand “Spun and Hooked” for a unique shape and vibrant design, no two canes ever look exactly the same. Best of all, our process delivers our signature “brittle” texture that makes our canes easier to enjoy. Once you have experienced a Doscher’s Candy Cane, you’ll be hooked!
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.
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.
In each box you’ll find a gift-worthy selection: the Classics Collection, filled with original Dandelion and collaborator items; their Bars, Brittle, & Bonbons Collection, featuring new collaborations (emphasizing caramel and toffee flavors); and their Fruit & Nut Collection, discover staff-favorite chocolate bars, local-chocolatier creations, and an exquisite selection of our Confections team’s own newest in-house confection in a mini assortment alongside a variety of guest-beloved chocolate, fruit, and nut pairings.
Kreutzkamm’s Raisin Stollen is still lovingly made by hand, piece by piece, according to a traditional Dresden family recipe. After baking, it is coated with pure butter fat, turned in granulated sugar and dusted with powdered sugar. This 1000g stollen comes in a decorative metal tin from European Deli.
These stollen, like all of their baked goods, continue to be a hand crafted family tradition since 1825. Baked in Dresden using the highest of quality ingredients, this stollen is baked without any added preservatives and is available for purchase from European Deli.
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 Daily Telegraph.
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