Searching for the perfect gift for the foodie on your list this holiday season? Or maybe you’re on the hunt for an unforgettable hostess gift? Look no further! We’ve gathered a list of outstanding Canadian companies offering delightful holiday selections. Get ready to find something truly special.
The True Story of Santa’s Sleigh
The True Story of Santa’s Sleigh by Christine Kotowycz captures the magic and fantasy of Christmas. Taking place in the countryside several days after Christmas, a sparkle is revealed in the freshly fallen snow as the sun peeks through the clouds. What could this be? Where did it come from? To find the answers, win a copy of this magical story in our Giveaway section. The Kotowycz family loves Crepes and you can enjoy their version of it in our Recipe section. Perfect for Christmas morning while you enjoy the day’s enchantment. https://christinekotowyczbooks.com/
Tea of Light
Tea of Light is a distinctive online tea boutique that blends wellness, mindfulness, and the art of tea. Positioned as a purveyor of “vibrational energy teas,” the brand offers organic loose-leaf blends infused with quantum frequencies designed to elevate specific emotional and energetic states. Their special holiday lose-leaf tea, Merry & Bright, celebrates the love, deep peace, joy and abundance of the festive season. Win a pouch of celebratory tea in our Giveaway section and then use it to make Tea of Light’s Merry & Bright Whipped Cream in the Recipe tab…perfect for your holiday treats! https://teaoflight.com/
Chandler Honey
The Superfood Honey of your dreams is here! With a ton of hardworking ingredients to boost your health and immunity, Chandler Honey has crafted a product whose name describes it all: Super Honey. From the anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric, anxiety relief of ashwagandha, to the protein punch of pollen (and so much more!), this honey has got everything you need! Win three jars of Super Honey in the Giveaway section while sipping on a Mistletoe Martini found in the Recipe tab. https://chandlerhoney.ca/products/super-honey
Spoil the Dog
Spoil The Dog is the healthy way to spoil your furry family members this holiday season with all-natural ingredients, baked fresh in St Jacob’s Village ON. The bakery was established in 2005 with a focus on creating treats for all dogs by avoiding common allergens. All of the treats have a 1-year shelf life and are wheat-free, soy-free, corn-free and meat-free! Make your puppy happy with the Frosty Dog Bites in our Recipe section, and don’t miss the chance to win a Woofmas Box of their favourite holiday treats in the Giveaway tab! https://www.spoilthedog.ca/
Best of Bridge Holiday Classics
The best holiday-worthy roasts and other special entrées for celebrations are here, along with fabulous recipes for holiday brunches and lunches, buffets and potlucks, as well as festive libations and holiday cookies and squares. The book provides the classic Roast Turkey with Sage-Bread Stuffing in our Recipe section. Nothing says “happy holidays” more than a gift of made-from-scratch food. From homemade toffee to seasoned nuts and preserves, the Bridge ladies provide a cache of gift-giving ideas. Win a copy in our Giveaway section while sipping on your eggnog! https://robertrose.ca/catalogue/best-of-bridge-holiday-classics/
Yellow Deer Mustard
Yellow Deer Mustard is made with the finest ingredients and Canadian-grown mustard seed. With a range of nine delectable chef-inspired mustard flavours, their products cater to every palate and occasion. They pride themselves on offering a variety of flavours to elevate your culinary experiences, ensuring that there is a perfect mustard for every moment and every meal. Win a jar of Berbere mustard that perfectly pairs with ham and Creole mustard for sausage rolls and other appetizers in our Giveaway section. To further enjoy your mustard varieties, try their Curry Mustard Devilled Eggs in our Recipe section. https://yellowdeermustard.com/
Twigz Pretzels
TWIGZ will make you forget all that you know about pretzels. The perfect addition to your holiday celebrations with their Buttery Herb & Garlic, Zesty Dill Pickle, Fire Roasted Jalapeño and Smooth Cheddar Ranch flavours plus two new delights of Sour Cream & Onion and Cinnamon Churro…bold, mouth-watering bags of munchies that will keep you coming back for more. You can enter to win a variety 6-pack of TWIGZ pretzels in our Giveaway section. While you’re crunching on your pretzels, try the Baked Cranberry Brie with TWIGZ in our Recipe section. https://twigzpretzels.com/
Cape Breton Christmas 11
Now a genuine annual Christmas tradition, the Cape Breton’s Christmas series has become a lasting part of Breton lives. Families gather around the tree to read from it on Christmas morning, and many share stories over the phone with friends and family living away. The added joy of this book is in knowing that all the royalties from sales of this unique book are donated to Feed Nova Scotia—over $12,000 so far. Included in the book is Nanny House’s Pork Pies found in our Recipe section. While enjoying your pie and cup of tea, win a copy of this book in our Giveaway section. https://nimbus.ca/
McIntosh Mugs
Crafted from fine bone china, McIntosh Mugs combine artistic beauty with lasting durability. They make a perfect gift for any tea or coffee lover, beautifully packaged in an elegant gift box. You can win their Robert Bateman Woodland Animals set in our Giveaway section. These mugs are lightweight, microwave safe and are made for everyday use. With your favourite McIntosh mug in hand, you can create a perfect morning ritual—pause, sip, and admire the art. Then, visit our Recipe section for inspiring Hot Chocolate Coffee and Cookie delights! https://mcintoshshop.com/
Untamed Feast
Love Mushrooms? This is the ultimate mushroom pack and the ONLY one of its kind. ANYWHERE! The Untamed Feast Mushroom Master Pack features 16 premium mushroom products made with 17 kinds of mushrooms: straight-up wild foraged mushrooms, almost-ready mushroom dishes, mushroom seasonings AND potent functional mushrooms. To tickle your tastebuds, enter to win both the Moral Mushroom pack and Wild Mushroom Soup in the Giveaway section. You’ll be enjoying the mushrooms while making the Moral Mushroom Cheese Spread for your next soiree, found in our Recipe tab. Happy fungi! https://www.untamedfeast.com/
The East Coast Celebrations Cookbook
Holidays and special events with family and friends offer great opportunities to celebrate delicious fresh seafood and produce inspired by Canada’s East Coast. Chef Craig Flinn has made local produce and new twists on traditional dishes his career specialty, like the Roast Duck in our Recipe section. Whether it’s one new dish, or an entire menu, this is a cookbook that will give any cook great ideas for their special occasions and celebrations. You can win a copy of this delightful book in our Giveaway section. https://formac.ca/product/the-east-coast-celebrations-cookbook/
Island Gurl
Island Gurl Foods is deeply rooted in Caribbean food culture. Chef Raquel Fox brings you her grandmother’s slow-cooked sauces with bold, rich and authentic flavors made with quality ingredients, like her Beef Rendang dish found in the Recipe section. This holiday season, Chef Raquel appreciates that working families have little time to spend in the kitchen, so she has you covered with a delicious and healthy line of finishing sauces. While you’re enjoying her Caribbean flavours, go to our Giveaway section and win a gift set of spices, sauces and t-shirts! You can also find these wonderful products at Temu…just in time for the celebrations! https://www.islandgurlfoods.com/
Le Dolci Culinary Classroom
Le Dolci Culinary Classroom hosts over 15 culinary classes in person and online. Their wonderful culinary studio hosts public classes for adults and children on evenings and weekends. During the day you will find them hosting corporate team building events and renting their space to media & film crews. Join Le Dolci for some baking and cake decorating fun by winning an online cooking class in our Giveaway section while enjoying the Challah Bread in the Recipe tab! Visit the Le Dolci Culinary Classroom in Toronto or at www.ledolci.com
An Orange from Portugal
An Orange from Portugal is a Christmas feast, with the scent of turkey and the sound of laughter wafting from the kitchen, and a flurry of snow outside the window. While enjoying the tales of down east stories, add a hearty Beet Salad with Orange & Basil Dressing to your festive dinner plans found in our Recipe section. Then win a copy of the book in our Giveaway tab and start weaving tales of your own. $19.95 https://gooselane.com/products/an-orange-from-portugal
Abokichi
Add warmth and umami to your holiday table with Abokichi’s OKAZU, an award-winning Japanese-inspired miso chili oil — perfect for gifting or enhancing any festive dish. Looking for the ideal foodie stocking stuffer? Meet the newest creation: ABO Shichimi, a traditional Japanese seven-spice blend typically sprinkled over soba or udon. Try it anywhere you’d use salt and pepper to give your meals an instant flavour boost! Go to our Giveaway section to win an ABO Shichimi Bundle – Yuzu & Sanshō + FREE Wooden Bag Clip. While you wait for your prize, make Yuzu Shichimi Maple Candied Pecans in the Recipe tab. https://www.abokichi.com/
Yummies in a Jar
With Christmas just around the corner, Yummies in a Jar is delighted to offer their super popular Jingleberry Jam! This delicious blend of six different fruits and berries enjoys a touch of tartness from plump, ripe cranberries! Perfect for Christmas morning breakfast, enjoyed over cheese and crackers or tucked into stockings and gift baskets! In our Giveaway section, you can win 4 mini jars of Yummies in an adorable, colourful flip top gift box! When your Yummies order arrives, be sure to make the Cherry & Almond Cheesecake Square found in the Recipe tab. You can substitute the cherry for the Jingleberry to make it truly festive! https://www.yummiesinajar.com/
A Caribbean Christmas Countdown
Chef Chris De La Rosa invites you to bring the warmth, the richness, and the sensory joy of a Caribbean Christmas into your own home. These recipes are a foundation for creating unforgettable holiday meals and, in doing so, help you appreciate that the true spirit of the season lies not in gifts, but in the shared moments, the vibrant traditions, and the cherished flavors that bring us all together. To whet your appetite, try the Sorrel Caribbean Rum Punch in our Recipe section. While sipping your refreshing rum drink, go to the Giveaway tab and enter to win a copy of this must-have festive cookbook. https://caribbeanpot.com/cookbook/
Cafezia Coffee
Cafézia Coffee adds the natural power of herbs to premium organic coffee to give you clean, focused energy to support your mind and body without the negative effects traditionally experienced when drinking coffee. No jitters, no heartburn, no crashes…enhanced metal focus. All the perks you love, without the ones you don’t. Try Cafezia coffee in Peppermint Mocha Revive found in the Recipe section. While you’re sipping on your amazing coffee, go to the Giveaway tab and win a French Press and Bag of Cafézia Coffee. Your holiday season will quickly become stress free! https://cafezia.ca/
Mojo Jojo Pickles
Mojo Jojo Pickles is the creative canning kitchen of Johwanna ‘Jojo’ Alleyne specializing in pickled and preserved vegetables, fruit, and eggs in Edmonton. Enjoy a Smoked Olive Dirty Martini found in our Recipe section while you enter to win a Dirty Martini Bundle in the Giveaway tab: smoked olives, olive brine and a set of picks! Make your next holiday celebration special with an authentic martini drink in your hand. Feliz Navidad! https://mojojojopickles.com/
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