Christmas is a time for sharing, celebrating and coming together. Finding the perfect Christmas hamper can be a way to show your gratitude, create special memories and surprise your loved ones. To ensure you make the right choice, we have prepared 5 foolproof tips to help you find the ideal hamper:

1. Know the person's tastes

Before choosing, think about the tastes and preferences of the person who will receive the hamper. If the person is a wine lover, choose a hamper that includes quality wines. Especially if you know which wine regions are most appreciated, as the difference between a wine from Alentejo, Douro and Dão can be quite distinct. For those who enjoy sweets, choose a hamper that includes some chocolates, jams and biscuits. You can also choose a hamper that gives more priority to charcuterie items such as traditional sausages, sliced ​​black pork, milder or more intense cheeses and much more. If you know that the person enjoys a bit of everything, choose a varied hamper that has at least one item from each category and it will certainly be a hit.

2. Set your budget

There are baskets for all tastes and prices. The important thing is to focus on offering something special within your means, without compromising on quality. There are baskets that can range from €13.49 to €477.49 .

However, if none of our suggestions meet your needs, you can always opt for a personalized basket , where in addition to being able to choose to make a basket with the items you like most, you can select the items until you reach your budget.

3. Quality vs Quantity :

This is a decision that should take into account the recipient’s preferences. However, any gift basket should be of good quality, as this is what makes the difference in the end. Therefore, if you know that the recipient only appreciates good wine, quality charcuterie and traditional Portuguese flavours, then opt for a gift basket that offers a good quality/price ratio. Here is our suggestion. If you know that the person you are giving the gift basket to values ​​quality more than any other factor, we recommend opting for premium products, which stand out for their unique characteristics. Here we recommend one of our gourmet gift baskets. In the end, the most important thing will be to make a good impression with your Christmas gift basket.

4. Packaging and presentation :

In a Christmas hamper, the products that make up the hamper are important, but so is the packaging. The first impression of a Christmas hamper is influenced by its packaging. So, when you give your hamper as a gift, you can opt for a simple but pretty cardboard box or you can surprise by choosing a wicker basket or an original tin. Choose hampers with eco-friendly packaging and an attractive presentation. Beautiful packaging can make all the difference in the impact of the gift.

5. Buy in advance : The Christmas season is a busy time and there can be unexpected events. So, plan ahead to ensure you find the ideal basket without rushing and with the best selection of products, by ordering in advance and scheduling delivery in advance.