1. Irish Groceries Print, €40

At Prints of Ireland, Heather Gilroy and Peter O’Neill create custom prints and illustrated maps of Irish towns, counties and landmarks but that’s not all. Their Irish Groceries Print is the perfect gift for the food and art lover in your life, featuring some of Ireland’s most iconic brands. The best part? They ship worldwide, so if you’re buying for someone living abroad, you can send them this little piece of home.

See printsofireland.ie

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2. Rustichella d’Abruzzo Cherry Panettone, €35

To some, it might just be a loaf of fruity bread, but to a true food connoisseur, a gift of panettone at Christmas is the ultimate gesture of friendship. You can get a bog-standard version almost anywhere, but this one is authentically Italian and the best of the best; made with natural yeast and slow triple-proofing. It’s a golden, buttery thing of beauty, featuring candied amarena cherries and Madagascar vanilla.

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Pannetone, €35.

3. Mescan Beer Box, €35

If there’s a craft beer lover in your life, chances are they have already tried and loved Mescan Brewery’s Belgian influenced brews, which are made in beautiful Co Mayo.

The aim of Mescan has always been to have a bit of fun and make great beer using traditional techniques, and this gift box has something to satisfy even the biggest beer aficionado. The box contains six different Mescan styles and a glass to enjoy them in, but also important tasting notes and food pairing ideas.

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Beer box, €35.

4. Karu 12 Pizza Oven, €299

Is the outdoor cooking enthusiast in your life ready to take the leap from grilling to outdoor pizza? This Karu 12 1st Generation pizza oven from Ooni is reasonably priced (as far as Ooni’s go), very highly rated and portable, so you can bring it to wherever the party is (and you will probably be invited to more parties if you are offering to make pizza).

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Karu 12 Pizza Oven, €299.

5. Anam Coffee’s Tasting Subscription, starts from €65

Co Clare-based Anam Coffee works directly with farmers in Africa and Latin America to grow their ethical, single origin beans. With their three-month tasting subscription, coffee lovers can sip with the seasons as they send their latest roasts directly to your door. Tell them how you brew your coffee and they will send you the correct grind (or whole bean, if you grind your own) in either 250g or 1kg bags each month. You can also sign up for a six-month subscription.

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Anam coffee subscription, starts from €65.

6. The Claddagh: a Galway Cheese Board Experience, €75

Celebrate the best of Co Galway''s artisan food scene with this beautifully curated gift set from the Galway Food Tours’ Christmas Shop. Showcasing locally made treats and gift sets inspired by its landmarks, stories and traditions, this is a treat to visit. The online shop delivers internationally.

See galwayfoodtours.com/galway-food-tours-shop

The Claddagh: a Galway Cheese Board Experience.

7. Bon Chocolatiers Signature Collection, €33

If you’re buying chocolates for someone this year, stay local and – in this case – go for the Blas na h’Éireann Supreme Champions of 2025, Tullamore-based Bon Chocolatiers. Their signature collection of hand-painted bonbons are as beautiful to look at as they are to eat, featuring fillings of Oriel sea salted caramel as well as blackberry and vanilla. Co-founders Daniel Linehan and Georgia Quealy use ethically sourced chocolate from France and Switzerland and only the best Irish cream and butter.

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Bon Chocolatiers Signature Collection.

8. The Wind Shore Gift Box, €95

One of chef Donal Skehan''s latest offerings, The Wind Shore Exclusive Launch Box is a collection of carefully curated products designed to offer a first glimpse into the world of his homewares business, Wind Shore. This gift box celebrates artisan producers, quality products and natural beauty, offering a unique sensory experience.

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The Wind Shore Gift Box.

9. Helen James Considered Mezzaluna Set, €15

It’s always exciting to see what new kitchen items Helen James includes each year in her Considered by Helen James range with Dunnes Stores. This mezzaluna set comes complete with wooden chopping board and rounded knife which makes jobs like chopping herbs a breeze. Of course, it’s got that Helen James aesthetic, too, so it’s as stylish as it is functional.

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Helen James Considered Mezzaluna Set, €15.

10. EMRO Matcha set, Hakemekobiki, €39.99

Matcha, the finely ground green tea powder from Japan, is prized for its vibrant flavour, smooth texture, and purported health benefits. In all honesty, it''s having "a bit of a moment" and is currently one of the world''s hottest drink trends.

This Japanese four-piece matcha making set features textured cups and a vibrant green chawan (matcha bowl), complemented by a bamboo whisk, scoop, and whisk stand. Combined with a quick how-to tutorial on YouTube, it is ideal for both beginners or matcha connoisseurs.

See asiamarket.ie

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