THE PROOF IS IN THE PUDDING

This box from Birley Bakery & Chocolate is every chocoholic’s dream. Offering a selection of chocolate-flavoured spreads and bars alongside milk chocolate sable biscuits, paneloaf, chocolate sticks, Christmas stollen and more, it’ll sweeten up even the biggest scrooge.

Birley Bakery Festive Box, £450; birleybakery.com

HOME SWEET HOME

Treat them to a taste of Christmas with the Simon Rogan Christmas Pantry Hamper. Filled with Simon’s Christmas cake, Christmas marmalade and cranberry ketchup, it’s a feast fit for the season.

Simon Rogan Christmas Pantry Hamper, from £70; simonrogan.co.uk

TURN UP THE HEAT

For that person in your life who can handle the spice, Banhoek’s chilli oil adds a fiery kick to every meal. Indulge the senses with the balanced blend of hand-crushed sundried chillies and premium rapeseed oil.

Banhoek Chilli Oil, £13; banhoekchillioil.com

LADIES WHO BRUNCH

With over 100 recipes from renowned chefs such as Yotam Ottolenghi, Jamie Oliver and Angela Hartnett, this cookbook is perfect for that friend who loves to brunch. Every purchase from Australian charity OnePlate supports their sustainable food security projects for children in need across six countries.

Brunch in London (One Plate, £39.95); uk.oneplate.co

BREADWINNER

Transport them straight to sunny Italy with this traditional hand-baked panettone by the Forno Gentile in Gragnano, Naples. Studded with dried fruit and wrapped exclusively for The River Café, this Christmas classic has won several awards.

The River Cafe Panettone, £40; shoptherivercafe.co.uk

BAKER’S DOZEN

For pastry lovers, Gail’s has launched its first gifting hamper just in time for the festive season. The Long Weekend Box includes everything you need for the perfect slow Sunday, from its signature house-blend coffee to a box of mince pies and crunchy hazelnut spread.

Gail’s Long Weekend Box, £90; gails.com

SUITE DREAMS

Gift the taste of The Dorchester with its delicious Festive Hamper. Choose from the bespoke selection of artisan treats, including champagne, handcrafted chocolates, and the iconic Dorchester Christmas pudding. A gift as timeless as the hotel itself.

The Dorchester Hamper, £175;  shop.dorchestercollection.com

PASTA LA VISTA

Packed with everything you need for a gourmet feast – think truffle sauce, artisanal pasta and silky olive oil – Eataly’s pasta hamper is the ultimate gift for the foodie who lives for authentic flavours.

Eataly Ultimate Pasta Gift Hamper, £59.90; eataly.co.uk