15 Best Holiday Food Gifts to Send Loved Ones 2023

Food gifts for the holidays run the gamut from olive oil to brownies, so you’ll want to first check for any allergies the recipient might have. Find out if anything is perishable; if it is, you’ll want to give the recipient a heads-up that it’s coming so that they can be home to receive it.

And of course, make sure that you’re sending gifts that will fit in the freezer or refrigerator if they need to be kept cold. You don’t want to send 24 steaks to someone with zero freezer space because they’ve got a milk supply taking up a lot of room, for example.

The best holiday food gifts to send right now

See's Candies Assorted Chocolates

Receiving a See’s Candies Assorted Chocolate box will make the recipient feel like you “get” them—because who doesn’t love a whole pound of delicious designer chocolate? There’s truly something for chocolate lovers of all kinds in this variety pack, which includes caramel patties, coconut cream chocolates, butterscotch and more. The brand is over 100 years old, so you know the consistency and love is there.

A go-to gift when you want to avoid any potential allergens can be fancy olive oil, such as this bottle from Graza. It’s a finishing oil, meant to be used on top of food, rather than to cook with it, so it should be reserved for salads, baking and the like. Recipients will love the branding as well as the taste, which is nice and zesty thanks to the young olives used.

This is one of our favorite gourmet food gifts thanks to its versatility and affordable price point.

Tea lovers will love a Tea Chest Gift Box from Tea Forte. This herbal assortment comes with single-steep bags in flavors like blueberry merlot, citrus mint and turmeric tantra chai for a total of 14 interesting and delicious blends, two per flavor. Each bag has the perfect amount for a 12-ounce cuppa, with each gift box containing 28 delicious bags. 

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Any gift from Edible Arrangements is a good one, as the brand is synonymous with high-quality, delicious fruit and sweet treats. This pineapple bouquet is especially appealing in the dark of winter for a light and bright pick-me-up. Bonus: the pineapple is also hydrating for any new moms who might be breastfeeding.

For those who love tea and coffee in the morning but who might be open to switching it up every now and then, consider this Chai Lover’s Gift Set from The Chai Box, one of Oprah’s Favorite Things. It has four different blended chai teas, such as Chai’d Up (traditional masala chai) and Sweet Monsoon (mango and coconut). 

The warming flavors are great for cold weather climates and holiday season gift-giving.

Movie lovers will flip for this ultimate popcorn sampler, which includes three gourmet popcorn styles (Golden Classic, Ruby Crunch and Poppin’ Blue) and five different flavors, like Cheesy Garlic Parmesan and Fiery Hot Pepper. Gift recipients will love to mix and match them on a family movie night, or pair them with the style of movie they’re watching, like Dreamy Creamy Chive for a romantic comedy. 

If you want to give the gift of pure foodie luxury, then caviar and truffles from Imperia Caviar fits the bill. The gift set includes Kaluga Hybrid Reserve caviar, Royal Ossetra caviar, white truffle oil, truffle salt and blinis, which is everything you need to have a truly epic cocktail hour.

The caviar can go three weeks in the refrigerator unopened, meaning these luxe food gifts for Christmas can be saved in time for New Year’s Eve, too.

Cooks will love the variety offered in this gift set from an award-winning chef, which has everyday and fancy seasonings and spices, ranging from garlic powder to smoked paprika, all nicely packaged in eye-catching Spicewalla labels. There are 18 powders included, which is the perfect starter set for anyone who is refreshing their kitchen, starting to cook or anyone who needs a restock.

These gourmet, sought-after spices are produced in small batches and roasted, ground and packed at peak freshness. And because they're shelf-stable for months at a time, they make one of the most thoughtful holiday food gifts of all.

If you need a crowd-pleaser with something for everyone, then  The Connoisseur Gourmet Gift Basket will give you a one-and-done option. Packed full of goodness such as gourmet olives, crackers, sweets, olive oil and more, this edible gift is a clever way to satisfy a large group or friends and family whose tastes vary.

We love how nicely it's packaged in a reusable basket—and it even comes with a bow so you don’t have to lift a finger other than to add to cart.

Those with a sweet tooth will go nuts for the whopping three pounds worth of goodness in this gift basket tin. The Brownie & Crumb Cake Gift Basket Tin comes with fudgy brownie slices in a variety of flavors, such as chocolate chip, peanut butter and more. There are 10 individually wrapped brownies and six scrumptious crumb cakes to keep the sweet fun going for weeks. 

Harry & David has been a way to send a classy gift for almost 100 years, and this Signature Pear, Nut and Cheese Gift Basket is no exception. It has six stunning Verano pears, four ounces of sharp white cheddar cheese, four ounces of three-seed crackers and four ounces of premium mixed nuts—the perfect holiday food gift for anyone who appreciates high-quality ingredients.

It's also a brilliant choice for someone who needs protein, fat and fiber, such as a new mom. Expect this stunner to be beautifully packaged in a signature crate. 

Snackers, adventurous eaters and world travelers will love this snack box packed full of Japanese snacks, also known as dagashi. Included are 30 pieces of candy, chocolate, gum, chips and more to make snacking more interesting and more delicious. 

Italian food lovers appreciate the variety that comes in this tasting box from Italianavera. It comes with an aulive e chiappariell sauce made from olives and capers, a vegetarian sauce, a classic eggplant and pepper spread and a decisa spread made from capers, olives and anchovies. Just add bread or pasta for a meal.

This is also an ideal gift for a new family who will appreciate not having to think too much about how to get a quick dinner on the table as everything you need is included. 

Blue Apron is known for its chef-forward meal kits, but it also makes heat-and-eat meals, which is perfect for newborn families, elderly relatives or anyone who has trouble making their own dinner. Eight varieties such as cheesy truffle cavatappi, soy miso chicken and udon noodles and four-cheese enchiladas will keep recipients happy and full. 

It's a semi-homemade food gift they'll really appreciate on long, busy days.

A treat yourself moment is just a gift away with this filet mignon and lobster tail duo. The package includes two 5- to 6-ounce portions of Maine lobster tail and two 6-ounce portions of USDA Prime filet mignon. Each is vacuum-sealed so you can eat them over four meals, or do a classic surf and turf combo. It's a lovely Christmas gift or holiday gift for a couple or small family.