Festive food and wine gift guide

These items were independently chosen by News24 editors to help you find the perfect gift for the foodie in your life.

Use the top navigation menu to select the type of person you're shopping for and browse our curated selection of gifts.

For the home cook

V-Blade Mandoline Slicer

The V-Blade Mandoline Slicer allows you to use any of the four blades and height adjuster to perfectly slice or julienne fruits and veggies. The textured surface keeps food from sticking, while the food holder securely holds food and protects fingers.

Microplane Long Zester

This long zester, with a premium soft-touch handle and non-scratch end tabs, grates even the hardest Parmesan Reggiano and other hard cheeses into fine lacy wisps.

Printworks Today's Special Recipe Book

Let your favourite recipes come to life with Printworks Today's Special Recipe Book. With 50 sheets of wood-free paper and a chic ivory slipcase, your kitchen creations are bound for greatness. Simply write down your ingredients and directions, and let the cooking adventures begin!

Laguiole Steak Knives in a Block

Add a stylish and refined essential to your cutlery collection with the Laguiole Steak Knives in a Block. It features a beautiful signature Laguiole logo engraved on the rustic block.

Forage And Feast Green Fig Preserve

Made in the Cape, with sweet and ripe whole green figs, infused with zesty lemon and fresh ginger syrup . It is available on Checkers Sixty60 and at select Checkers stores nationwide.

Fermentation Set

The Kilner® Fermentation Set provides an easy way to create large batches of your own delicious fermented foods.

1000-Piece Puzzle

While not technically a cooking product, we couldn't resist including these gorgeous food puzzles! Take some time in between cooking up a storm over the holidays to piece together these delicious spreads.

Forage And Feast Casserole Pot 23cm

This durable cast iron and enamel-coated shallow casserole pot has a broad base for even heat distribution and optimal heat absorption. It ensures tender results for slow-simmered dishes. It is available on Checkers Sixty60 and at select Checkers stores nationwide.

Cannes Marble Board

The Cannes Marble cutting board is crafted using travertine, expertly polished to enhance its variegated tones and organic textures.

The Complete Babylonstoren Pantry

The Complete Babylonstoren Pantry makes an incredibly thoughtful (and useful!) gift for a home cook, with everything you need to stock your pantry and more.

Forage And Feast Porcini & Truffle Balsamic Glaze

This aged balsamic reduction combines the intense nuttiness of the porcini mushrooms with the delicate musky flavour of the white truffle. It is available on Checkers Sixty60 and at select Checkers stores nationwide.

Curries of Origin Collection

The Curries of Origin Collection is an 8-tube collection that offers the best curry blends from across the globe. Recipe suggestions included.

Easy to Bake Easy Entertaining Focaccio With Enamel Pot

This is the perfect gift for seasoned foodies and beginners! Just add soda water and softened butter, mix, and bake.

Ocean Green Marble Pestle & Mortar Set

With this stylish pestle and mortar, you can prepare your own special assortments of spices and add some elegant flair to your kitchen.

Dr Trouble Lemon Chilli Sauce

Add a burst of flavour to your dishes using the Dr Trouble Lemon Chilli Sauce. This sauce packs more punch, with more roasted Birds Eye Chilli, and zero smoking.

Easy To Bake Sourdough Chocolate Twist Kit

Enjoy the satisfaction of baking your own homemade chocolate twists, perfect for sharing with friends or gifting a friend who loves to bake.

Wusthof Compact Knife Sharpener

Designed to be easy to use without any experience, this little wonder is the perfect sharpening tool for on-the-go use, whether you are at home, a holiday house or even in the great outdoors.

Terre Paisible Olive Oil Trio Gift

This Olive Oil Trio Gift includes three distinctive flavours that will enhance your culinary adventures!

UltraTec Pro Radiused Biltong Cutter With Tray

Both aesthetically pleasing and extremely effective and efficient, this can also be used to slice other foods like salami, fruit and vegetables.

14 Piece Knife Block Set

This bang-for-your-buck knife set is perfect for a beginner cook looking to kit out their kitchen.

For the braai master

On The Coals Spice Kit

Experiment with spice flavours from around the world with the all-about braai Spice Collection Kit.

My Butchers Block Meat Board

The My Butchers Block Meat Board is the perfect all-rounder! From preparing, to braaing, to serving, all on one board.

Compact Thermometer

The Megamaster Compact Thermometer takes instant and accurate temperatures it has a durable and foldable temperature probe.

Forage And Feast Pink Himalayan Salt Slab

This 100% pure salt slab is made from natural salt crystals harvested from the Salt Range of Pakistan. Use it to cook or grill on, as a curing block, or as a chilled serving board. Available on Checkers Sixty60 and at select Checkers stores nationwide.

Grillight Spatula with LED Flashlight

Make grilling in the dark a thing of the past. The Stainless Steel LED Grilling Spatula is a standard size, which makes it great for any griller while lighting up your whole grill. Plus, the light is designed to mimic the sun so you always see the true colour of your food.

Easy to Bake Amasi Roosterkoek With Enamel Tray

Just add Amasi or buttermilk and lukewarm water, mix and let it stand. Place in braai grid on hot coals and cook.

Darling Olives Braai Gift Box

Take your braai to the next level with this premium Braai Gift Box, packed with everything you need to fire up a feast.

Suede Braai Gloves

With these heavy-duty braai gloves from Jan Braai, you can keep both hands dirt- and burn-free thanks to their thick, sustained suede leather fabrication and extra cuff length that protects your forearms from direct heat too.

If You Care Firelighters

If You Care 100% Firelighters are considered carbon neutral, are non-toxic and harmless when in contact with plants, vegetation or aquatic organisms, and can be safely stored near or with food.

Leather Braai Glove and Braaiblaai Gift Set

If you're an avid braaier you'll love these disposable braai sheets! Simply put a Braai Blaai down, marinate and spice your meats, fold up the edges and pop in the bin — no muss, no fuss. Plus, this gift set comes with a handy Leather braai glove

Donkey Long Tong

The braai tong that is longer and stronger than average. Designed to handle the heat when you can't. Built-in bottle opener. Built to last a lifetime.

Forage And Feast Cleaver

Finished and hand-forged by a blacksmith master giving an authentic, ancient hammer texture. It is ideal for cutting through bones and slicing and chopping meat, herbs, fruit and vegetables. Available on Checkers Sixty60 and at select Checkers stores nationwide.

Leather Apron

Whether they enjoy spending time in the kitchen, love to braai or while away the hours with a hobby, this hard-wearing leather apron will make a beautiful yet practical gift.

CUBE™ Charcoal Portable Barbeque

Now you can enjoy authentic charcoal cooking on the go without the mess. The portable CUBE™ is designed for impromptu braai away from home.

Braai Broekies

The original Braaibroekie. Shorts made from 100% cotton dishcloth, locally produced. Lekker.

Funky Ouma Gift Box - Braai Boksie


An authentic South African gift box, perfect for any braai enthusiast. This thoughtfully curated box includes essential items for a memorable braai.

For the entertainer

Krosno Roma Champagne Coup

The Premium Krosno Roma Champagne Coupe is an exquisite addition to any glassware collection, designed to elevate your celebratory moments. Set of four.

Wooden wine + cheese set

This 3 piece set is just what you need to serve a selection of your favourite cheeses.. Made from rubber wood, it is ideal for cheese and wine evenings and comes with cheese slicers and a wine opener.

Culinary Curation

An all-in-one solution for a showstopper cheese and charcuterie platter, perfect for the serious entertainer.

Goa Salad Servers Set

It is made from high-quality 18/10 stainless steel with real 18k gold, has a resin handle, and comes in a beautiful cardboard gift box.

Tavola Amalfi Biodegradable Napkins

Add excitement to your table with Tavola's uniquely designed, handmade napkins, adding a pop of colour and style to every meal, creating a vibrant and personalised setting.

Marble & mango wood with 3 tapas mini bowls

Serve your snacks in style with this versatile marble and wood platter.

Tropical Birds Coaster Set

Bring the island home with the Tropical Birds Coaster Set. These marble coasters feature intricate, colourful bird designs that bring soft colour and a touch of whimsy to your home.

Spring Has Sprung Teapot

Serve delicious teas in this Spring Has Sprung Teapot. This timeless piece features unique and luxe detail.

Nicolson Russell 3-Tiered Modern Cake Stand

Showcase your delicious creations with this 3-tiered Modern Cake Stand. Perfect for presenting fresh pastries, cakes, and sandwiches, it’s a stylish addition to any gathering.

Pink Flower Pinch Pot

The Pink Flower Pinch Pot is a gorgeous piece of functional décor for your home. Complete it with some pink Himalayan salt for a pretty addition to your dinner party.

Hydrangea Wine Glassware (Set of 4)

Inspired by the voluminous blooms and regal beauty of the hydrangea, this range features bold shapes and a smoky botanical hue. Crafted from soda glass, these pieces have a subtly textured surface, adding interest and charm to your dinner table and countertops.

Cheese Board Starter Kit

The cheese board starter kit is a step-by-step guide with creative solutions for easy entertaining. It comprises a bamboo cheese board, handcrafted sourdough crackers, Turkish apricots and tomato and chilli preserve.

For the wine lover

The wines in this section have been curated by Wine Editor Daléne Fourie.

"This is like Sophie's Choice, and even then, I refused to limit my selection. A few of these wines are meant to be enjoyed as a collection, a study in terroir, producer and variety, and showcase South Africa's innate ability to give voice to all three."

Vin de Constance 2021

South Africa's most famous wine. A sure-thing investment with the historic pedigree to guarantee a meaningful gift this festive season.

Keet First Verse 2020 Case

From the original maker of the Cordoba Crescendo, Chris Keet is a viticulturist and winemaker who consults on a variety of SA's top wines, though the one wine he makes himself continues to be a benchmark in classic South African Bordeaux-style blends—all the more of a collector's item for it.

Damascene W.O. Syrah 2023

Jean Smit's damascene moment, his revelation, came while discovering the koppies (hilltops) of the Cape and, with it, the potential of Syrah to find world-class expression in the hills and gullies of the Cape. Unable to choose only one, we advise you to experience these site-specific Syrahs as a trio. (Ceres Plateau, Stellenbosch, Swartland)

Momento Grenache Noir 2022

Marelise Niemann was Tim Atkin MW's Young Winemaker of the Year in 2023 and has been championing Grenache as a variety in South Africa for a while now. Her series of site-specific Grenache should give you an inkling of the value of this grape in South Africa and a legitimate cause for celebration.

Glen Heatlie The Frontier Grenache Blanc 2022

Joan Heatlie is a sixth-generation winemaker from a family farm just outside Worcester. The Glen Heatlie Grenache Blanc, from a young vineyard planted to the north of Wellington on a fault line, offers a beautiful representation of the variety and a uniquely thoughtful gift this festive season. It was also awarded a Platter's Five Star in the recent guide.

Quoin Rock Festive Series Cap Classique 2022

With its golden hue, fine bubbles, and intricate layers of flavour, the Quoin Rock Festive Series Cap Classique 2022 is the perfect gift for an MCC lover. Bonus on the gold festive packaging!

Vintner’s Vertical Pairing

Experience a unique Babylonstoren cellar tasting at home with this vertical wine flight and pairing.

Gabriel-Glas 2-Piece Gift Set

The Gabriel-Glas was designed by renowned Swiss wine critic René Gabriel, who set out to produce a ‘One for All’ glass that would complement everything from Champagne to red wine.

AH Wood Wine Rack

Display your bottles in style with the AH Wood Wine Rack. This modern rack made from beautifully veined wood in warm tones is ideal for small spaces.

Bohemia Crystal Lara Decanter

Classic and simple, this is perfect for decanting and serving wine, and at a great price.

Vacu Vin Vintage Cork Puller

Removing old and crumbling corks from wine bottles can be frustrating and difficult using most normal bottle openers. This vintage-style opener is great for gently removing old and brittle corks from bottlenecks without crumbling them.

Shell Bottle Stopper

Keep your drinks fresh with the Shell Bottle Stopper. The rubber band ensures that the integrity of the beverage is kept in tact, prolonging the time you can enjoy the bottle.

For the cocktail connoisseur

Vivi Coupe Set of 2

Made from fluted glass, this set of two coupe glasses will add a sophisticated touch to any glassware collection. It is available in five colours.

Pienaar & Son Toasted Mallow Moonshine

This Toasted Mallow Moonshine is infused with real toasted marshmallows making it sweet, smooth and oh-so fun.

Secco Festive Gin Infusions

Secco is a blend of specially selected dried fruit and spices which allow you to naturally infuse a drink of your choice.

Leopard Brass Bottle Opener

The Leopard Brass Bottle Opener is an interesting addition to any bar cart. Far from the usual openers, the brass piece features an intricate leopard-shaped handle.

Glenmorangie A Tale of Ice Cream

This limited-edition single malt whisky is a symphony of flavours, reminiscent of your favorite ice cream parlour. It makes a perfect gift for whisky enthusiasts and anyone with a sweet tooth!

Cellar Premium Luxe Carafe Set of 5

This set is made from premium-quality crystal glass for brilliant clarity and lasting durability. It includes a 650ml whisky carafe and four 300ml tumblers, making it fantastic for casual get-togethers and formal occasions.

De Luze VSOP Cognac

This VSOP is a unique blend of eaux-de-vie from Grande and Petite Champagne, the Cognac AOC’s most prestigious terroirs, combined to create a Fine Champagne Cognac. Available on Checkers Sixty60, as well as select Checkers LiquorShops nationwide.

Bone Bar Tool Gift Set

The set includes a strainer, mixing spoon, peeler and jigger, beautifully housed in a matching stand that makes keeping all the pieces together a breeze.

African Dew Condensed Milk Cream Liqueur

Whether enjoyed as an aperitif or an after-dinner treat, this liqueur is perfect for sipping around the fire with friends and family. Available on Checkers Sixty60, as well as select Checkers LiquorShops nationwide.

Whiskey & Spirit Stones, Set of 9

Carved from soapstone, they can be chilled in the freezer to keep chilled drinks cool without diluting them, as ice does. Simple and easy to use, just store in the freezer and pop a couple into your drink as needed.

Chilli Lemon Cocktail Rim Spice

This tin of cocktail glass rim spice is perfect to add that finishing touch. Ideal for margaritas!

Forage And Feast Lemon, Cucumber & Mint Cordial

This lemon cordial is locally made with pressed lemon juice, with a light citrus flavour and a hint of leafy mint. Available on Checkers Sixty60 and at select Checkers stores nationwide.

Botanical Ice Ball Mould With Dried Flowers and Herbs

The Botanical Ice Kit consists of a Silicone ice ball mould and delicate dried flowers and herbs. This kit will elevate your drinks or ice buckets with its touch of botanical beauty. 

Wolfburn 10-Year-Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

This 10-year-old single malt scotch whisky hails from the Scottish Highlands and offers a sensory journey with a soft sherry sweetness, notes of figs and raisins, and vanilla and oak. It is available on Checkers Sixty60 and select Checkers LiquorShops nationwide.

Monark Distillery Christmas Pud Gin

Make your holiday celebrations unforgettable with Christmas Pud Gin! This limited edition gin packs bold, festive flavours that shine when served over ice with ginger ale and fresh cherry.

Citrus and Mint Cocktail Infusion Kit

Elevate your cocktail hour with a burst of citrus and mint. Add the infusion to your favourite spirit, stir, and enjoy a truly unforgettable beverage.

For the outdoor explorer

Fieldbar Gin Trunk

The Fieldbar Gin Trunk is a hardcase cooler box designed for superior thermal performance. Properly made and perfectly proportioned, the Gin Trunk is everything you would expect from a modern cooler. Durable, versatile, and comfortable to carry.

Fieldbar Drinks Cooler Box

Durable, versatile, and comfortable to carry, it also keeps champagne below 10°C for up to 50 hours. Perfect for wine, bubbly, gin, mineral waters, mixers, or beers.

Le Weekend Portable Picnic Table

Le Weekend Portable Picnic Table is designed for effortless setup and convenience. Its collapsible design makes it easy to push into compact sand or soft grass, while the built-in handles and carry strap ensure easy transport.

Lazy Grazing Gift Set

Up your grazing board game with this collection of hosting classics. It has everything you need for a perfect picnic, including a garden cooler bag to carry everything in style.

Iridescent Sippy Cup

This stylish cup is great for outdoor festivities! Take it to the beach or a picnic without worrying about breakages.

Bush Baby Gas Pizza Oven

The 13-inch Bush Baby Gas Pizza Oven allows you to enjoy real pizza in your backyard. This small, powerful oven warms up fast, guaranteeing consistently cooked toppings and flawlessly crispy crusts.

Wacaco Minipresso GR2 Manual Espresso Maker

Enjoy great coffee anywhere with the Wacaco Minipresso GR2 Manual Espresso Maker which makes a rich and creamy espresso on the go.

House of BNG Nectar Rosé Sparkling Wine

Turn any location into an occasion with the House of BNG Nectar Rosè sparkling wine. This bubbly in a can is packaged in a handy BNG logo carry bag.

The Legendary Food Jar with Spork

A compact companion for when you're on the road or at the campsite, this Food Jar has plenty of room for your favourite hot or cold recipe and is vacuum insulated to keep food hot or cold for hours.

Jack Leather Double Wine Cooler Bag

Arrive in style carrying up to two tall wine bottles in this luxurious tan leather cooler. With an insulated lining and protective bottle divider, your wine will stay cool and safe at the same time.

Dual Water Bottle And Ice Maker

Keep your drinks cool at the beach with this dual-function water bottle and ice cube maker.

Your Adventure Buddy Cosmo

This combo of vodka, triple sec, lime and cranberry juice is a lip-smacking legend for a very good reason. In a handy travel-friendly pouch, this single-serve cocktail is your ultimate adventure buddy!

For the food-obsessed furbabies

All For Paws Lick Mat Christmas Tree

Made from food-grade silicone, this lick mat is safe for your pet, ensuring worry-free snacking. This festive lick mat is a perfect gift for your furry friend and a delightful addition to their toy collection!

Edible Christmas Card

These delightful cards are made from dog-safe, high-quality ingredients that are both tasty and nutritious.

Biskitty Tree Star

Probono Biskitty Tree Star Cat Biscuit is filled with protein-rich crunchie cat treats and made with love and strict quality measures.

Biskitty Advent Cat Calendar

Include your cat in the excitement of getting ready for the most magical time of the year!

Paw Club Advent Calendar with 24 Mini Biscuits

These Mini bone-shaped dog biscuits are a wonderful way to spoil your pup leading up Christmas.

Bone-Shaped Pet Treats in Reusable Tin

Keep your furry friend's treats organized with this Christmas-themed Bone-Shaped Tin.

Festive Treat Mix

Treat your dog with this yummy mix of beef and chicken treats so that they can join in on the indulgence this festive season.

Probono Moisty Bites Cracker

Let your dog enjoy Christmas with the family with this gorgeous cracker filled with treats.

For the book cook

JAN the JOURNAL Volume 14

These are meals you can cook at home, share with loved ones, and bookmark for future inspiration. Build your own culinary journal, with the groundwork provided guiding you toward deliciousness.

The Condiment Book

The definitive condiment compendium by expert and TikTok sensation Claire Dinhut aka Condiment Claire.

Veggielicious

Would you like the family to eat more vegetables or move to a more plant-based lifestyle? Then Veggielicious is the perfect companion – Mokgadi Itsweng’s debut cookbook, celebrates the garden and its seasonal bounty with easy, affordable and delicious recipes.

The South African Air Fryer Cookbook

In The South African Air Fryer Cookbook, Louisa Holst focuses on all things local, with favourites such as malva pudding, bobotie, apricot snoek with sweet potato, milk tart, and boerewors with chakalaka, all prepared in the air fryer.

Ottolenghi FLAVOUR

Ottolenghi FLAVOUR combines simple recipes for weeknights, low-effort high-impact dishes, and standout meals for the relaxed cook.

Better from Scratch: An Unapologetic Cookbook That Forces You to Actually Cook

Joshua Weissman thinks you should actually start cooking your own food, and he knows it'll taste way better. Join him in the kitchen to cook the foods you never thought to make yourself.

Air Fryer - Herman's top 100 recipes

Starving for meals that are quick and easy to prepare? Look no further. Whether you're a novice cook or a seasoned pro, this book is packed with fun, flavour, and fabulousness

Senidlile Kodwa?

Senidlile Kodwa? is celebrity chef Zanele van Zyl's third cookbook. It covers everything from vibrant breakfasts and hearty mains to traditional favourites and sweet treats. Each recipe showcases Zanele's belief that cooking beautiful food can be an enjoyable and straightforward experience.

Khanyisa - A Culinary Storyteller

Khanyisa—A Culinary Storyteller is a cookbook written by South African chef and food stylist Khanyisa Malabi. The book celebrates African cuisine and culture, focusing on using local ingredients and traditional cooking techniques to create modern, vibrant dishes.

Bibby's - More Good Food

More Good Food focuses on crafting simple, versatile, and straightforward dishes. Influenced by Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines, the book guides readers through stocking a pantry and balancing busy weekdays with leisurely weekends, emphasizing hospitality through creative tablescapes and crafted menus.

Africana Cookbook

If Beyonce and Nigella had a baby, it would be Lerato Umah-Shaylor. The Nigerian-born author penned Lerato Africana: Treasured Recipes and Stories from Across the Continent which takes readers on a culinary journey across Africa, spotlighting the continent's flavourful, diverse, and traditional cuisines.

Braai

Reuben Riffel shares his secrets on how to get to flavour quicker... without the fuss. The recipes in this book are the tried and tested ones that got the thumbs up from friends and family, and range from incredibly simple to more creative.

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