With the holiday season fast approaching, there's one gift selection that wins every time for the foodies in your life.
Whether you're looking for something fit for a picnic, or are just after a little bit of luxurious indulgence at home; there's loads of options to choose from including bestsellers from Fortnum and Mason and Yumbles
The best food hampers will feature a range of foods to try, including savoury and sweet options and something to drink. Some styles will come with cutlery and assorted compartments to keep things perfectly organised.
We found affordable options on Amazon, but it's also worth checking out your local supermarket for promotional food deals.
Whatever your preferences, we've rounded up ten of the best food hampers worth tucking into in 2020.
Best food hampers for 2020
1. Meg Rivers Bakers of Happiness Mini Christmas Hamper
From Gin Christmas Pudding to Mini Frangipane Mince Pies and a Chocolate & Orange Wreath Cake, Meg Rivers Bakers of Happiness offers delicious twists on traditional bakes which serve as stunning centrepieces or a fabulous gift for foodies, especially with Christmas around the corner.
The HOPE&JOY collection of beautifully wrapped luxury hampers from Meg Rivers are brimming with festive food in three different sizes.
These gifts truly give back, as a donation from every purchase go to the Teenage Cancer Trust (the family running Meg Rivers Bakers of Happiness have made it their mission to raise £1million for cancer charities across the UK).
Price: £20, Meg Rivers - buy here now
2. Clearwater Hampers Wine, Cheese and Pate Hamper
Sometimes indulgence is as simple as some nice cheese and nice wine. Clearwater Hampers is a good choice as a gift or for a luxe evening in.
The set is presented in a reusable bamboo tray, adorned with Spanish Rioja red wine, a selection of gourmet award winning cheeses, pate and crackers to pair.
Price: £49, Amazon - buy here now
3. Farmison & Co Luxury Steak and Caviar Hamper
Quite frankly, it doesn't get more gourmet than sumptuous steak and caviar does it?
This hamper bring luxury to your home, with an amazing cut of steak and yummy truffle butter to get the melt in the mouth feel. Top your before or after dinner treats with some caviar and some chocolates after, because you deserve it of course and a little bit of indulgence is all we need sometimes.
Price: £85, Farmison - buy here now
4. Great British Gift Tower Gourmet Food Hamper
If you're looking for a gift, they don't come grander than this.
The beautifully presented tower of seven boxes contain an impressive 15 premium items. Among the sweet and savoury treats to enjoy are an award winning fudge, freshly ground coffee, cookies, chutneys and much more.
Price: £65, Amazon - buy here now
5. Artisans of London Food Crate
Bursting full of artisan talent from London, this food crate is one to consider if you enjoy indulging in both sweet and savoury.
Included in the pamper is:
- Forman's Grade One Smoked Salmon 200g
- Wild Smoked Salmon Pate 225g
- Traditional Piccalili 225g
- Mrs King’s Pork Pie 320g
- Chef's Blueberry Victoria Sponge
- L'Orchidee Macarons x 4
- 3 x Redchurch Brewery Craft Beers
- Conference Pear & Lemon Conserve 225g
- Artisan du Chocolate Truffles 100g
Price: £89.95, Yumbles - buy here now
6. The Veg Box Company The Medium Mixed Box
If you enjoy cooking a home, the mixed box from The Veg Box Company is well worth the asking price and is suitable for up to four people. Fresh, home cooked food is just a delivery away, you can also sign up for repeat subscriptions.
The box caters to the whole family and includes a multitude of fresh fruits and vegetables, including 3kg of potatoes, 1kg of carrots, mushrooms, bananas and seasonal fruits.
Price: £38.50, The Veg Box Company - buy here now
7. Harvey Nichols Set The Bar Hamper - The Night Edition
Nibbles here and some tipples there, Harvey Nichols Set the Bar Hamper is all luxury at an affordable price.
Perfect for a day time picnic or an evening in. Included in the set is an IPA, two reds, a white wine; with nuts and olives to nibble on.
Price: £80, Harvey Nichols - buy here now
8. Crumble Food Camping for Two
Perfect for an over night or weekend getaway. This hamper from Crumble Food's staycation approved hampers have everything sorted.
With a rotating weekly menu of delicious meat and vegetarian meals, each package offers tasty breakfast options like shakshuka and chorizo and homemade granola. There's also mouthwatering dinner selections such as Middle Eastern lamb and chickpea stew and red thai curry.
Along with tasty dessert options, it's delivered in compostable or recyclable containers as well as beng packaged to reduce food and plastic waste.
Price: £150, Crumble Food - buy here now
9. The Fortnum's Foodhall Hamper
Fortnum and Mason's Hampers are always something to look forward to. Not only can you be sure about quality, you know you're in for a selection of tasty treats.
The Foodhall Hamper contains savoury treats, including smoked salmon, with sauces, pickles and condiments. You can also indulge in fresh delights and a fine Malbec to wash it down with too.
Price: £125, Fortnum and Mason - buy here now
10. The Extravagance Gift Hamper
Perfect for the foodie in your family or friendship circle, the Extravagance hamper is exactly that, boasting something everyone can enjoy nd wonderfully presented in a wicker storage basket.
Included in your hamper are assorted chocolates, juices, popcorn, biscuits and pretty much everything the hear could desire in one go. It even comes with condiments for dipping - so it really is everything you need in one basket.
Price: £100, Not on the High Street - buy here now
11. Colman’s x Woodforde’s ‘Pub in a Box’ Picnic Hamper
If a pub grub is more your luxury, now you can enjoy one from the comfort of your own home. Colman’s has partnered with Norfolk brewery, Woodforde’s to offer the ultimate ‘Pub in a Box’ hamper.
Each hamper contains locally sourced essentials, from delicious scotch eggs to succulent pork pies; alongside two bottles of Woodforde’s home-crafted ale.
And as no pub snack is complete without a perfectly paired condiment, the hamper is finished with a jar of Colman’s English Mustard, adding a fiery kick of full on flavour to each bite.
Price: £25, Woodfordes - buy here now
12. British Letterbox Charcuterie
If you're looking for something convenient and luxury, this is pretty close. A letterbox appropriate delivery full of award-winning British meats. Need we say more?
The box contains five of The Real Cure's bestselling cured meats. What's more, they're all gluten-free which is a win-win for foodies with intolerances too.
Price: £34, Not on the High Street - buy here now
13. The Cocktail Package
Perfect for a relaxing and indulgent evening in, The Cocktail Package has everything you'll need (including a host of tasty snacks) to treat yourself.
Included in the package are a choice of two cocktails, crisps, chocolate and gourmet nuts.
Price: From: £31.50, Don't Buy Her Flowers - buy here now
14. The Banquet Hamper
Eat like a King or Queen, because you deserve to after all and we all know that happiness mostly arrives in edible forms.
The foodies in the family will absolutely love The Banquet Hamper, presented beautifully in a reusable wicker basket and filled to the brim with an assortment of the finest sweet and savoury bites.
With everything from chocolates, fine biscuits, condiments and even a few tipples to indulge in, there's something for everyone in this luxury hamper.
Price: £150, Buy a Gift - buy here now
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