Food Gifts for Couples
by Jannika Resido
Food and drink gifts are perfect for couples who enjoy spending time together. Whether it’s for an anniversary, a special occasion, or just because, these gifts bring joy and create lasting memories.
From gourmet hampers and exotic spices to premium wines and unique spirits, there’s something for every couple. These gifts make any meal or moment special, offering a way to explore new flavours and enjoy shared experiences.
Read on to find the best food and drink gifts for every occasion.
Food Gifts for Couples
Food gifts make a perfect present for couples. They can enjoy the experience of cooking and eating together. Sharing a meal strengthens bonds and creates lasting memories.
Food gifts are thoughtful and show you care about their tastes. They are also practical and can be enjoyed immediately. Consider gourmet hampers, exotic spices, or a selection of fine chocolates.
These gifts can turn an ordinary meal into a special occasion. Food gifts bring joy and satisfaction, making them cherished by couples.
Anniversary Food Gifts for Couples
Anniversary gifts should be special and memorable. Food gifts offer a unique way to celebrate love and togetherness.
Gourmet ingredients can inspire new recipes and shared cooking experiences. A luxurious cheese board, artisanal chocolates, or premium olive oils can enhance any meal.
These gifts not only taste great but also show thoughtfulness and care. Below are the best anniversary food gifts:
The Puglia ceramic serving board is a modern piece of Italian tableware, ideal for serving cheese and charcuterie.
Top this serving board with antipasti, from slices of salami to whole burrata and wedges of focaccia.
The monochrome ceramic board has a striking black splatter decoration. Mix and match with other Puglia tableware for a bright crockery collection.
Transport yourself to seventeenth-century France with this tin of pralines from Mazet de Montargis. Whole almonds are grilled and coated in caramelised sugar, for a delightfully crunchy and nutty candy with sweet vanilla notes.
Enjoy the pralines with an espresso, or even lightly crush and sprinkle over the meringue dessert, îles flottantes (floating islands) – but we won’t blame you if you can’t help yourself from munching them straight out of the tin!
Frantoio Muraglia’s intense fruity olive oil is made only from Apulian coratina olives. The robust, rustic flavour of the olive oil comes from the exceptionally high levels of polyphenols in coratina olives, which lends the oil a pronounced spiciness.
Expect notes of dill, fennel, pepper and artichoke in the aroma, with punchier vegetal notes in the mouth and a lingering bitter-spicy finish.
Chefs such as Luciano Matera – owner of Il Turacciolo, holder of one Michelin Bib Gourmand – use Muraglia’s intense fruity olive oil with raw vegetables and salads. But to truly enjoy the powerful flavour of this oil, Luciano heartily recommends pairing it with bean or lentil soups.
Drink Gifts for Couples
Drink gifts are a fantastic option for couples who enjoy unwinding together. A well-chosen drink can set the mood for a relaxing evening. Consider premium wines, craft beers, or unique spirits.
Tea and coffee lovers will appreciate high-quality blends and brewing accessories. These gifts encourage couples to take a break and enjoy a moment together.
They offer an opportunity to explore new flavours and discover shared favourites. Below are the best drink gifts for couples:
Crodino is perhaps the most famous non-alcoholic aperitif in Italy. The aroma is intensely citrussy with a spicy finish. On the palate there are vanilla-like notes at the forefront with the citrus following close behind and spicy, herbaceous base notes. These complex layers of aroma and flavour give all the sensations of an Aperol spritz cocktail without the alcohol.
Serve in a tumbler over ice with a slice of orange to kick off an Italian dinner party.
Fujisan whiskey Hakoiri renewal is a limited edition blended grain whisky with notes of caramel. Fujisan whisky takes its name from the famous Mount Fuji.
Not only is this mountain a symbol of Japan, it’s where the distillery that produces this whisky is based. With a deep amber colour and delicate notes of vanilla, caramel and liquorice, this rare whisky is best enjoyed neat or on the rocks.
Christmas Food Gifts for Couples
Christmas is a time for celebration and indulgence. Food gifts add to the festive spirit and create shared moments of joy.
Think about hampers filled with holiday treats, gourmet cheeses, or speciality meats. Sweet options like festive biscuits and artisanal chocolates are also great choices. These gifts make Christmas meals even more special.
They provide the chance to try something new and delicious together. Below are the best Christmas food gifts that can be cherished during holidays.
Delve into the Francois Doucet Provence confectionery chest and discover the finest French confectionery. This set of treats is a beautiful gift for those with a sweet tooth, or as an indulgent gift for yourself.
Open the beautiful confectionery chest to reveal drawers filled with eight different types of chocolate-coated nuts and fruit jellies. Almonds from Provence and French hazelnuts are coated in dark, white and caramel milk chocolate, while fruit jelly flavours include perfumed fig, sharp grapefruit and sweet apricot.
Ichendorf Milano’s wine decanter in a warm amber hue is the most elegant way to let your wine breathe. Each delicate decanter is made by hand in Milan – a truly artisanal piece to add your drinkware collection.
When it comes to enjoying a bottle of vino, decanting it is a key step that’ll make your wine taste its best. Slowly pouring the wine from its bottle into a different vessel separates the liquid from the sediment, leaving you with the pure liquid. The decanting process also lets the wine’s flavours and aromas breathe, so you’ll be tasting the very best of the bottle.
Each Ichendorf Milano piece is hand-crafted, so you may notice some slight differences between decanters. But, this only adds to their charm – no two are the same!
About the author
Jannika Resido is Sous Chef's online content specialist. She is an expert in southeast Asian food and ingredients! Jannika has several years of experience writing blogs and features for online publications. She loves savoury dishes, trying new ingredients (especially the fruity ones!) and discovering recipes from across the world.
