At all times of the year, but especially at Christmas, we ensure we pick festive products and seasonal ranges that truly align with our fundamental ethics and values. We create luxury Christmas hampers and gifts which include products from producers who are aware of their environmental impact and who do everything they can to work sustainably. Importantly, these choices do not compromise on quality.
Learn more about our suppliers and their commitment to giving your gift recipients great taste experiences this Christmas, without adversely impacting the planet.
Gifting for people, planet & community
In this blog, we wanted to showcase just a few of our makers who share our fundamental beliefs and values. Their vision for their business resonates with ours. Many of our luxury Christmas hampers include award-winning products, including multiple Great Taste Awards.
However, what makes a hampers.com Christmas hamper extra special is the stories of those who made the products. They are the producers who work hard, especially here in the UK, to create traditionally made, ethically sourced but also innovative foods for us all to enjoy at this special time of year.
Below is a very small selection of some of the luxury food and drinks producers we work closely with. If you'd like to read more about a specific artisan producer and maker, then you can find out more about our other makers and producers, here, too:
Tempus Charcuterie
"I’ve always been drawn to charcuterie as one of those magical things, much like cheese and wine, that feel like alchemy." - Dhruv Baker
Founded in Surrey by MasterChef's Dhruv Baker and Tom Whitaker, Tempus is more than just a charcuterie brand - it’s a celebration of craftsmanship, quality and respect for ingredients.
Tempus' dedication to craftsmanship is evident in every step of their process. From butchering to fermenting, curing, and ageing, Tempus ensure that their charcuterie undergoes meticulous attention to detail, with some products taking over a year to perfectly mature. This is not a rushed process. Find award-winning house salami from Tempus Charcuterie in our stunning Christmas Eve Wine & Nibbles Gift Basket.
In addition to great tasting foods, a sustainable philosophy is deeply rooted in their ethos. Tempus believe in utilising the food chain correctly, treating every animal with the respect and reverence it deserves. This is why they only use animals coming to the end of their lives, ensuring minimal waste and reduced unnecessary suffering.
Choc Affair
“A more sustainable future for chocolate lovers.” - Linda Barrie
Choc Affair has created a delicious range of handcrafted chocolates, using only natural ingredients including sustainably grown cocoa from Colombia, which is free from palm oil. They support charities and initiatives too including the Blueberry Academy, Changing Lives and the ICI Cocoa Initiative.
This family-run business believes in a sense of ownership of their locality and is proud to be based in York, a city with renowned heritage – where all of their chocolate is produced and hand packaged, as well as sold in their shop.
The delicious chocolate bars are wrapped in environmentally-friendly paper pouches that are 100% recyclable. Plus, in 2021, Choc Affair was announced as the winner of the Socially Responsible Business of The Year.
The chocolate is utterly luxurious too - developed originally for the founder's daughter who had an intolerance to milk, but, of course, loved to enjoy chocolate and hot chocolate. Take a look at our Red Wine and Festive Treat Hamper and you'll find a Choc Affair Christmas sensation: the classy Black & Gold Dark Chocolate Bar.
Fudge Kitchen
“Our vision is to be the expert confectioners who create the most delicious, handmade, natural and trailblazing products in the world.”
- the Fudge Kitchen Team
For 40 years, Fudge Kitchen has been creating luxurious handmade fudge in small batches. This luxury artisan fudge retailer and bespoke producer is based in the UK. They offer 100% gluten-free and vegetarian sweet treats, with an expanding vegan range also available. The products are palm oil free and those containing chocolate come from certified sustainable sources. They are also proud to source their raw materials from local suppliers, wherever possible.
With this handmade fudge, you will taste a difference. Their traditional recipe includes fresh whipping cream, which makes the fudge smooth, soft, creamy and delicious. Every mouthful delivers a unique, joyous, and genuine experience.
Their double chocolate fudge slider is a special Christmas addition here at hampers.com. Find a specially packaged selection in our Luxury Festive Flavours Gift Box - which has the advantage of being gluten-free too.
Peter’s Yard
“We are continually working to minimise our environmental impact. As a small company, this isn’t always easy, but we are committed to doing all we can to make a difference.”
- Peter's Yard
- Peter's Yard
At Peter’s Yard, they not only focus on their baking but truly care about the planet too. They are looking at numerous avenues to increase sustainability and reduce environmental impact. This includes producing minimal food waste at the bakery (any waste that they do have is used as animal feed). They are also eliminating the use of bubble wrap (using recycled paper wrap instead) and choosing 100% recycled board for their outer packaging. We think this makes every box even more inviting, this Christmas.
Everything in the bakery begins with their 45-year-old sourdough starter, fermented for 16 hours. The crackers are crafted in small batches, without shortcuts or artificial ingredients for award-winning flavour and crunch. They are made using simple, but high-quality ingredients, including locally sourced grains and flour. They are designed to complement a range of artisan cheeses.
Take a look at our Luxury Family Sharing Christmas Hamper. It includes Great Taste Award-winning fig and spelt sourdough crackers from Peter's Yard. They really are delicious with a good wedge of cheese.
Where luxury and sustainability meet
This is just a very small selection of our handpicked suppliers that feature in our large range of luxury Christmas hampers, and our year-round range for all varieties of special occasions.
Explore our delightful festive inspired foods and drink hampers and gift boxes, perfect for Christmas and the best way to show someone how much they truly mean to you this season.
