Our favourite luxury food and drink gifts for the self-confessed foodie this Christmas.
From the very latest kitchen tech to rare spirits and gourmet choccies – these are the gifts on every food lover’s wish list this Christmas.
Must-have Gadgets
kMix Limited Edition Rose Gold Collection, £749.99
The rose gold edition of kMixs’ popular stand mixer has been launched exclusively at Harrods for Kenwood’s 70th anniversary. It’s great for professional and domestic kitchens, with a powerful 1,000W motor and plenty of features to avoid a mess. The collection also includes a rose gold kettle and two-slot toaster. Be quick though, there are only seven available.
www.kenwoodworld.com
The Oracle Touch, £1,999.95
Most coffee machines promise coffee shop-quality beverages but this is one of the few that actually delivers. The latest model (designed with Heston Blumenthal) features auto milk texturing for velvety microfoam and a responsive touchscreen. It’ll have your fave coffee ready in a jiffy (90 seconds actually) with enough manual functions to hone your barista skills. Simply choose your coffee (espresso, long black, latte, flat white, cappuccino – or create your own) follow the on-screen steps and you’ll be sipping an artisan brew in no time.
www.sageappliances.co.uk
Aga’s “Best in Show” The British Textile Company, from £8.95
These Scandi-inspired textiles have been lovingly handcrafted by the British Textile Company. Each piece celebrates country living but is modern-looking enough to suit most kitchens. Created in partnership with AGA, the materials provide heat protection, grip and a barrier against grease.
Terraillon Rolling Pin & Pastry Mat Set, £39.99
This pastry rolling pin, designed with Master Pâtissier Christophe Michalak, is ideal for keen bakers. The removable thickness rings let you measure with precision and it’s freezer-safe to keep the dough cool when rolling. It comes with a heatproof mat so you can transfer dough straight into the oven.
www.terraillon.com
Cameron Stovetop Smoker Sous Chef, £59.95
This mini smoker lets budding chefs smoke fish, meat, cheese – even whole birds, from the comfort of their kitchen. It works on all types of hob and can also be used on the BBQ. It doubles-up as a steamer too. Bonus.
www.souschef.co.uk
SuperFast Thermapen 4 Thermometer, £65
This ever-popular thermometer is a must-have for chefs and foodies alike. Chefs call it the “Ferrari of food thermometers” with its smart display that records temperature in seconds. The screen rotates automatically so whichever way you use it the reading is always the correct way up.
www.thermapen.co.uk