The Ultimate Gift Guide for Foodies
Back to ItineriesThis festive season, delight the culinary creatives in your life with gifts that inspire, indulge, and impress.
Whether you're shopping for a novice cook, a seasoned chef, or someone who simply loves good food, here’s a selection of kitchen must-haves and foodie finds to make their Christmas extra special.
Cookbook Gems at Waterstones
For anyone who loves experimenting in the kitchen, Waterstones offers a treasure trove of cookbooks. Dive into culinary masterpieces by Nigella Lawson, Yotam Ottolenghi, Jamie Oliver, and Mary Berry.
Or explore global flavours with world food guides. Fancy a drink? Their selection of cocktail and beverage books is equally impressive. Add some festive gift wrap and cards to complete your thoughtful present.
Delicious Treats from Fortnum & Mason
For a touch of luxury, Fortnum & Mason's gourmet gifts are sure to delight. Their famous hampers overflow with carefully curated food and drink, while their tins of biscuits and jars of preserves make elegant standalone gifts.
A visit to Fortnum’s is a must for anyone who loves giving (and receiving) the finer things in life.
Artisanal Flavours at the Royal Academy of Arts
The Royal Academy of Arts offers a unique selection of sweet and savoury goodies that combine artistry and taste. These beautifully packaged gifts are ideal for anyone who enjoys a blend of creativity and culinary indulgence.
Cocktail Culture at Larry’s, National Portrait Gallery
Bring some flair to the cocktail lover’s Christmas with a gift from Larry’s Bar. Inspired by iconic artworks and personalities, creations like The Cecil Beaton gin cocktail and the vibrant CMYK Fizz capture the glamour and creativity of London’s West End.
For an added touch, pair this experience with Larry’s exclusive hardback book, which shares recipes, cocktail stories, and stunning portrait images of classic figures like Audrey Hepburn and Francis Bacon.
Stylish Appliances from SMEG London St James’s
Bring a little Italian chic into the kitchen of the cook in your life, with SMEG. From retro-style toasters and coffee machines to high-performance ovens and fridges, SMEG’s showroom in St James’s is the perfect place to find a practical and eye-catching gift for anyone passionate about cooking and design.
Timeless Gifts at Hatchards Piccadilly
Hatchards, London’s oldest bookshop, is a haven for thoughtful gifts. Explore their carefully chosen selection of food and drink books, from timeless cookery classics to memoirs and essays that celebrate the joy of eating and entertaining.
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Hatchards Piccadilly
Retail
Founded on Piccadilly in 1797 by John Hatchard, Hatchards Piccadilly is the Oldest Bookshop in the United Kingdom and the Official Bookseller to the Royal Household.
Smeg Flagship Store
Retail
Smeg's new state of the art London flagship store is situated on the corner of the recently redeveloped St James’s Market. Located amongst the West End’s most exciting destinations. With an extensive range of large appliances, from ovens and cookers to fridges and dishwashers on display, the store also sells a wide range of small appliances and accessories, each with Smeg’s hallmark signature style and design.
National Portrait Gallery
Gallery
The National Portrait Gallery sits seconds away from Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square, London. It was the first portrait gallery in the world when it opened in 1856 and houses the world's largest collection of personalities and faces, from the late Middle Ages to the present day.
Larry's at the National Portrait Gallery
Restaurant
Enjoy a complimentary glass of bubbles when you dine at Larry’s during Art After Dark.
Royal Academy of Arts
Gallery
The Royal Academy of Arts is a world-renowned art institution based in Burlington House on Piccadilly, London. For over 250 years, the RA has existed to champion art and artists and offers a place where art is made, exhibited and debated. Enjoy their expanded campus with free displays, new spots to eat, drink and shop, and much more.
Fortnum & Mason
Retail
Since 1707, Fortnum & Mason has been home to extraordinary food, joy-giving things and unforgettable dining experiences. Situated on Piccadilly, it's the most luxurious department store in the world. Offering full range of luxury signature hampers and gift boxes, sweet and savoury treats, and gifts for every occasion.
Waterstones Piccadilly
Retail
London's largest bookshop, and a contender for the title of Europe's largest bookshop too, is the magnificent Waterstones Piccadilly.
Spread over six floors, with more than eight miles of shelves and more than 200,000 titles.