The all-out one
You’re pushing the boat out, you’re blowing the budget, you’re throwing everything you’ve got at a hamper that will knock their novelty Christmas socks off. Make it the best and head straight to Claridge’s for one filled with honeycomb honey, florentines and coffee for connoisseurs — you (and they) are welcome.
Grosvenor Hamper, £250 (giftshop.claridges.co.uk)
The intrepid one
Not the bog-standard Christmas foodie gift box. No, you’re on a quest for something far more adventurous. Make Liberty your destination for this travel-themed set of cinnamon-spiced hot chocolate and marzipan cake, all stashed in an animal-print suitcase.
Christmas Explorer Hamper, £100 (libertylondon.com)
The solo one
Christmas is all about sharing, right? But… you don’t want to. And that’s totally fine. Grab this dinky Paxton & Whitfield case of Stilton, biscuits and port and no one will blame you for keeping it all to yourself.
The Paxton, £52 (paxtonandwhitfield.co.uk)
The moreish one
If, for you, the festive season is all about pudding (let’s face it, that’s most of us), pick up this collection of Christmas cake, mince pies, chocolate and nuts from Panzer’s for an evening fireside.
A Taste Of Christmas, £30 (panzers.co.uk)
The indulgent one
Yes, you want chocolates. Yes, you want them from Charbonnel et Walker. And, yes, you want lots of them, now. Is that too much to ask? Of course not. Splash out on this massive set and it’ll (maybe) even last until new year.
Charbonnel et Walker Luxury Celebration Hamper, £150, at selfridges.com
The healthy one
You haven’t dived into the tin of Quality Street that’s practically calling your name and you’re not about to start. Remain in shape with a Planet Organic hamper (think lemon CBD bars) and you’ll be seriously smug once January rolls around.
The Ultimate Vegan Hamper, £100 (planetorganic.com)
The special one
You know that chic friend who wears cream cashmere and lives in Notting Hill, the one who’s seemingly impossible to buy for? Get them this: spiced chutney and panettone from Petersham Nurseries. It will put you firmly in their good books.
Luxury Hamper, £180 (petershamnurseries.com)
