The Ultimate Foodie and Wine Enthusiast Holiday Gift Guide
It’s that time of year again, where we fill our cups with creamy eggnog, clink glasses of bubbly, and indulge in all things delicious. With so many food and drink lovers out there, we’re making a list (and checking it twice) of the best gift ideas for all the flavor fanatics in your life. Whether you’re shopping for a wine aficionado, foodie extraordinaire, or lover of luxury, there’s something in our holiday gift guide for everyone. (And yes, that includes you, too!)
FOR THE ADVENTURE SEEKER
Forget the sleigh – Santa’s delivering presents in a brand new 2024 BMW XM Sport Utility Vehicle this year. You may have gotten a look at this sleek new showstopper from BMW at Grand Tasting or Grand Fiesta, and if you’re looking for the ultimate luxury gift this holiday season, look no further.
Fly your favorite foodie to the 20th Annual San Diego Wine & Food Festival, November 3-10, 2024. Flying to San Diego from more than 100 cities each week, a Southwest® gift card is a perfect gift for the adventurer on your holiday shopping list, especially when that adventure leads them to America’s Finest City for the #1 Wine Festival in the U.S. Tickets to the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival 2024 Grand Weekend are on sale now, so skip the wrapping paper because the ultimate experience for the food and wine enthusiast is just a few clicks away.
Speaking of tickets, House of Blues San Diego has live music almost every night of the week and a pair of tickets would make an excellent stocking stuffer for the music lover in your life. If you need a recommendation, the masters of Yacht Rock, Band Overboard, played at the 2023 festival after party and kept guests on their feet dancing the night away all night long.
The VinGardeValise wine bottle suitcase is a must-have wine travel accessory that guarantees a safe journey for your favorite wine, beer, and spirits when traveling from one wine tasting adventure to the next. The best part is that all the inserts are removable allowing you to use it as a suitcase too. Additional inserts are available for transportation of glassware, magnum sized bottles, and custom sized bottles.
FOR THE FOODIE
The new 12 Days of Caviar advent calendar from The Caviar Co. contains twelve 1oz tins of caviar and roe (perfect for two to enjoy), mother-of-pearl spoons, a tin key, and an exclusive recipe book to accompany each day’s delight. Best of all? The chic and festive packaging fits into your home refrigerator, just like a bottle of wine.
A gift everyone will love – Cohn Restaurant Group gift cards can be used at 25 unique restaurants in San Diego. CRG is a well-loved family of restaurants that serve award winning cuisine, deliver excellent service, and provide unique atmospheres that keep locals and visitors alike coming back.
A high-quality, well-crafted knife elevates the cooking process, enhancing the precision and joy of culinary experiences. The Party Set by Cutco includes 5 essential kitchen tools and medium cutting board.
FOR THE SPIRITED
Stock the shelves of the home bar with special holiday gift sets like a cocktail kit Westward Whiskey or the Tequila Añejo Holiday Bundle from Casa Azul which includes tequila aged 12-13 months in American oak bourbon casks with flavors of deep, complex baked agave and dark chocolate, hints of cracked pepper and toasted oak, and a lasting, lush finish.
FOR THE WINE LOVER
The Recanter Wine Breather Decanter is a unique (and beautiful) sommelier-style decanter that aerates, serves, and rebottles unfinished wine with ease.
Coravin Sparkling® is the sparkling wine preservation system that allows you to open a bottle one weekend, then finish it at brunch the next. Whether it’s a pre-dinner glass of bubbly, celebrating the end of a long day, or kicking off the weekend, now you can pop any bottle of sparkling wine without hesitation. The Coravin Sparkling® Sparkling Wine Preservation System preserves the crisp flavor and effervescence of your favorite sparkling wines for up to four weeks, guaranteeing that the last glass will taste just as amazing as the first.
Crafted in and inspired by wine country, Olive and Poppy combine their love of the natural and cultural elements of wine country with their passion for modern design. The retailer offers a unique selection of gifts including jewelry and accessories created from barrel wood, wine totes, openers, and more.
