The Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide – Lifestyle, Home & Foodie Gifts Your Friends and Family Will Love
If you’re looking for Christmas gifts to suit your friends or families’ lifestyles, we’ve got plenty of inspiration. From coffee machines to the most luxurious of bedding, and indulgent olive oils to festive panettone, this edit brings together some lovely finds for the home and kitchen. For gifts for him and her, click here for our ultimate Christmas gift guide.
The Melitta Barista SE | £549

We all know someone who spends a small fortune each month on their coffee shop indulgences! You’ll save them a fortune in the long run by bringing coffee shop quality home to their kitchen with a Melitta Barista SE – a super stylish bean-to-cup machine for coffee lovers. There’s a whopping 18 coffee specialities pre-programmed into the machine including espresso, cafe creme, cappucino and latte macchiato – all available at the touch of a button. Using the ‘Italian Preparation Process’, Melitta’s machines prep the ingredients in the correct order using an original Italian recipe for the most authentic of coffee experiences. Buying for someone who’ll be sharing their coffee machine? The Melitta Barista SE makes that easy with four individual profiles so you can have your coffee just the way you like it every time. Meanwhile, a dual chamber bean select makes switching between bean varieties super easy – if for example you like a decaf and a strong. This is one of the quietest machines on the market meaning your early morning coffee ritual won’t disturb anyone else. Buy now from the Melitta website.
Hampton & Astley 500 Thread Count Egyptian Cotton Bedding | From £218.99

For the household who seem to have everything, Hampton & Astley is one of those website’s you’ll end up browsing for way longer than you thought because EVERYTHING is so gorgeous. Give the gift of five star hotel luxury with cotton sateen bedsheets, duvet and pillow cases which are made from premium 500 thread cotton count. With a silky smooth finish that isn’t too slippery but just feels like the perfect level of luxe, we love the pure white which will elevate any bedroom with timeless appeal, but the subtle grey also looks stunning.
Different sizes are available ranging from double right up to emperor, and we loved the ruched edges on the bedsheets so they do actually stay on your bed! The duvet is also really heavy for a sumptuous feel – even when you’ve still got your thinner duvet on , giving an elevated comfort experience which you just don’t get with other duvet sets.
Don’t just take our word for it, Hampton & Astley have won several ‘best bedding’ awards from The Telegraph, Expert Reviews, GQ, Evening Standard, T3, GLAMOUR, Ideal Home and Your Home. A delicious night’s sleep guaranteed! Shop the range here.
Hamilton Beach Professional ArtisanPro Bread Maker | £149.99

We can’t think of a better gift than a professional bread maker for someone who loves to cook and has all the latest contraptions! For bakery quality results at home (and a piece of kit that actually looks the part), the Hamilton Beach ArtisanPro Bread Maker is amazing. Advanced baking tech means you’ll get 18 precise programmes which have been engineered for every kind of bake so whatever your level of baking, there’ll be the perfect setting for you. And it doesn’t just make bread! There are cake and sweet bread settings, jam making options, yoghurt and even ice cream modes (bought separately). The ingredient dispenser makes it easy to add in nuts, seeds and chocolate, plus there’s adjust crust control, a 15 hour delay timer (and automatic keep-warm function) as well as customisable loaf sizes. An intuitive LCD interface and stunning brushed stainless steel design are pretty much the icing on the cake. Buy the bread maker here.
SodaStream | £189.99

SodaStream’s have certainly come a long way since the 80s and have found their cool positioning in the multi-drink making market. For gadget lovers everywhere, the SodaStream Ultimate Multi-Drink mixes flavour and sparkling water inside the machine at the touch of a button, serving up some festive fizz in only 30 seconds! There’s adjustable levels of fizz, flavour intensity and also serving sizes so you can go from glass to sharer jug depending on your requirements. 19 epic fizzy flavours are available for the easiest drink-on-demand system. We love its sleek design in matte black or white for the coolest refreshment this winter. Available from Amazon or SodaStream where there’s currently big savings, you can shop it here.
KNOOPS | From £13.50

The cutest and most luxurious little stocking filler comes in the form of KNOOPs. Giving a hug in a mug with every single cup, if you’ve never tried KNOOPs milk chocolate flakes, you are in for a treat and they make a great gift, plus they’re light which is a brilliant bonus when putting in the post. Choose from gift sets or individual products, all very reasonably priced and bursting with rich luscious flavour. The milk choc classic balances cocoa and milk with notes of caramel. Add marshmallows and whipped cream for the ultimate winter warmer. Check out the range here.
Gonnelli Profumo D’Oliva Olive Oil | £65.55 for 500ml

This limited edition early harvest extra virgin olive oil is something truly special and will make an absolutely gorgeous Christmas gift – it’s also one of The Olive Boffins top Christmas picks and they know a thing or two about olive oil! Produced in Tuscany, we recommend making a delicious batch of fresh bread and dipping direct, but it’s also divine over fresh potatoes or green veg, or even over ice cream (we’ve tried it and it’s a must!) With an aromatic bouquet of fresh almond and artichoke, its rich herbaceous notes have a luscious peppery finish. The sophisticated, stylish bottle will look stunning on any kitchen worktop – it almost looks like a perfume bottle, it’s so ornate. Available in 200ml or 500ml bottles, buy it here from The Olive Boffin.
NEUHAUS Panettone | £45 (750g)

This iconic brand who’ve been making chocolate since 1857 (and were in fact the inventors of Belgian praline), have introduced a festive Panettone to their collection for the first time. Crafted in Piedmont an d housed in a collectible tin featuring the Wrapping Up the Year Christmas design, its traditional heritage recipe leads with leavened sourdough for a light and airy texture. And if that doesn’t sound good enough, it’s also laden generously with luscious Belgian chocolate pieces, with toasted hazelnuts, almonds and pistachios to finish. There’s no dried fruit in this one (which puts a lot of people off panettone), just plenty of indulgent, luxurious ingredients. Hotfoot it here to purchase.
Fudge Kitchen Christmas Gift Bag | £23

Naturally, when Fudge Kitchen’s Christmas Gift Bag landed on the doorstep, we had to give them a try. They actually caused an argument in our house over who nabbed the last one – trust us, they are THAT good. The packaging is lovely and festive, the price point is excellent, and the fudge itself is truly delicious. Along with the gift bag, you can also personalise a message to come with the pack making it a great gift for friends, colleagues or teachers. Made in small batches by Fudge Kitchen’s artisan confectioners, you’ll get creamy handmade fudge, warming festive spices and chocolate coated gingerbread caramels. Sweet tooths will most definitely thank you for this wonderful treat! Buy them here.
Peugeot Sparkle Night Sparkling Wine Opener & Stopper | £44.99

We didn’t realise such a gorgeous gift existed – introducing Peugeot’s ultimate luxury sparkling wine claw and stopper set which is the perfect pressie for any party host. Rather than buying the usual bottle of fizz, go one better with this cute collection which includes the champagne claw opening device and line stopper for bottles that don’t get finished. This excellent locking system ensures wine will stay sparkling for several days – especially handy if it’s a special or expensive bottle that you don’t want to drink all in one go! Dressed in matt black aluminium, this stylish gift is a great idea. You can buy it here.
Late Night Pudding Club Subscription | £89

How about this for something totally unique? Perfect for the chocolate lover in your family or friend circle, The Late Night Pudding Club is literally the gift that keeps on (and on) giving! Each monthly mystery box will be delivered to the recipient, beautifully packaged and containing at least four handmade chocolate bars. A mix of signature faves, seasonal specials and even exclusive new creations which you’ll get to sample before they hit the shelves, it’s a quirky indulgent treat made in small batches in London. Gift subscriptions start at £89 for three months with six and 12 month options available. Sign up for someone special here.
Hamilton Beach 7 Speed Digital Electric Hand Mixer Mixer | £89.99

For the baking fanatic in your family or friend group, we love the slow start on this digital hand mixer which means worktop splats will become a thing of the past! Lightweight and easy to use (and store!), you’ll get soft scrape beaters and professional whisk and dough hooks designed for every day cooking and baking, as well as 7 speeds for ultimate precision and quick burst function for added power. A five year warranty gives added piece of mind, and perhaps our favourite thing about this nifty little appliance is how quiet it is! Buy it here.
Stellar Classic Knife Block | £115 currently £49.99

Grab Stellar’s classic knife block at the moment for only £49.99 which is better than half price without compromising at all on quality. We love this set in beechwood as it’s a wonderful warm shade and will blend into most kitchens, making an understated statement when placed beside the cooker. The blades on this 5 piece knife set are super sharp and feature corrosion resistant tempered steel blades so they’ll stay sharp too. Comfortable, shaped handles mean you won’t get hand cramps when prepping big feasts, and ranging from the 9cm pairing knife right up to the 21cm bread knife means you get a great choice of blades to work with. An absolute bargain and worth buying one for your kitchen and one for someone elses! Buy it here.
Laverde Artisan Welcome Gift Box | £29.99

Luxe Bible’s gift guides love to showcase small, independent, artisan and upcoming brands in our lists and award-winning Laverde Artisan is one of those lovely brands who it’s a pleasure to introduce. Taking pride in working with a very small collection of standout foods, London based Laverde Artisan likes to ensure its customers are aware of where their products come from as part of the gifting experience. The Welcome Gift Box presents three premium products including single-estate Sicilian Biancolilla extra virgin olive oil, raw Italian honey and Colombian Madrigal speciality coffee. Biancolilla is handpicked in November from Caltanissetta in central Sicily with a profile of freshly cut grass, green tomato and subtle almond. Raw Italian honey also from Sicily is raw and packed by hand with mild herbaceous notes, and a hint of caramel; and Colombian Madrigal coffee is roasted in small batches every week making it some of the freshest and highest quality coffee you can get in the UK. You can buy this special and memorable welcome gift box, here.
Peugeot Boreal Salt & Pepper Duo Mills | £124.95 currently £105.35

It’s the sort of gift you wouldn’t really buy for yourself, so why not buy them for someone who truly appreciates the craftsmanship of a renowned brand like Peugeot? Designed in delicated and muted colours to make sure they match any stylish kitchen, this stunning salt and pepper mill combo is made using sustainably sourced wood from French forests. Their mechanisms come with a lifetime warranty meaning they’ll literally last forever and they’re such a practical, much used kitchen addition that they make the perfect present. Shop them here.
Bird & Blend Tea Co Christmas Tea Bag Selection | £28

We’ve a long standing love affair with Bird & Blend Tea – an award-winning independent tea company who have re-imagined the nation’s favourite drink, making it fun and friendly with the coolest packaging around! Their Christmas Tea Bag selection is a joyous celebration of limited edition festive blends including gingerbread chai, hazelnut praline tea, mulled cider tea and magical Christmas market tea. The gift you can never get wrong, buy the gift box here.
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