In early December, it's the ideal time to start getting those holiday shopping tasks done. Gifts for our loved ones can include a variety of options, and one delightful category is culinary gifts. These presents are sure to be cherished and enjoyed by the recipients. Let's explore eight very special food and drinks gifts that are perfect for those in your inner circle.

Discover Delicious Holiday Gifts for Your Loved Ones

Chocolove Holiday Collection

If you're stumped on what to get your chocolate-loving friends, look no further than Chocolove's delicious holiday collection. Handmade by master chocolatier Chef Patrick Peeters, favorites like the Cozy Holiday Moments Chocolate Gift Box with truffles in flavors like hot cocoa & marshmallow and apple cider, and the Peppermint Bark Assortment Gift Box are sure to impress. If your loved one has a sweet tooth, any of these offerings will be a hit.

Chocolove truly knows how to create chocolates that bring joy during the holiday season. The attention to detail and the rich flavors make these gifts stand out.

Whether it's for a secret Santa gift or a special present for someone close, the Chocolove holiday collection is a wonderful choice.

M&M’S Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and Silver Snowflake Holiday Gift Jars

Whether it's Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or just a festive occasion, M&M’s has you covered with their variety of holiday candies and dispensers. For a sweet treat that will bring back memories, consider a themed holiday gift jar from this nostalgic classic.

The lucky recipients will think of you every time they pop a chocolate candy from these jars. It's a small gesture that can bring a big smile.

M&M’S offers a wide range of colors and flavors, making it easy to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.

Noon & Moon Florence Champagne Flutes

Raise a glass to these dazzling, hand-blown champagne flutes that come in five different colors. This yuletide season, dazzle the champagne sippers in your life with these classy and colorful jeweled champagne flutes.

Choose a set of two in the color of your choice or splurge on a set of five to have one for every occasion. These flutes are not only beautiful but also practical.

The handblown design adds a touch of elegance to any holiday celebration, making them a great addition to your tableware.

By the Table Ombré Modular Cookware

Add a bit of color to your kitchen and keep cooking simple with this eight-piece cooking set from By The Table. Home chefs will love this cleverly designed set that uses a modular system for easy storage, serving, and cooking.

The eight-piece set includes an eight-inch saucepan, eight-inch fry pan, and 11-inch fry pan, and it's available in three gorgeous colorways: Catalina Blue, Sequoia Green, and Los Olivos Lavender.

With this cookware, you can create delicious meals with ease and add a pop of color to your kitchen.

Jane Foodie Signature Soup Gift Bag

Cozy up in your favorite blanket, turn on a festive holiday movie, and enjoy a warm bowl of soup with the help of the Signature Soup gift box. This delectable assortment of soups from Jane Foodie features six of her most beloved flavors, including butternut squash soup and Guinness beef stew, along with mini loaves of either white bread or honey oat.

Soup is the perfect comfort food during the holiday season, and this gift bag makes it even more special.

It's a great way to share the love of good food with your loved ones and create memorable holiday moments.

Lark at Home The Fifty United Plates

All 50 states, the USA, and even some countries can be used as great charcuterie platters this holiday season. Show off your state pride with these microwave- and oven-safe (to 450°F) dishes from Lark at Home that double as cheese platters.

Each shaped dish is crafted to imitate the borders of the state of your choosing and features a non-stick surface for easy baking and cleaning.

It's a unique and fun way to add a touch of local flavor to your holiday gatherings.

‘Shabbat: Recipes and Rituals from My Table to Yours’ by Adeena Sussman

For friends or family members who celebrate Hanukkah, consider this cookbook by Adeena Sussman. She previously wrote the fan favorite “Sababa: Fresh, Sunny Flavors From My Israeli Kitchen: A Cookbook.”

This cookbook is filled with tasty recipes for Shabbat festivities, allowing your loved ones to create delicious meals at home.

It's a great gift for those who love to cook and celebrate the holidays with good food.

Ancient Olive Trees Dinner Party Pack

The Ancient Olive Trees Dinner Party box is filled with three additions to your holiday soirée: extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and dirty martini juice. Hosts will appreciate this upmarket trio of products.

To round out the gift, bring a freshly baked baguette from a local baker or your go-to bottle of gin or vodka so hosts can mix up a great martini.

It's the perfect way to enhance your holiday party and add a touch of luxury.

Perri Ormont Blumberg is a contributing lifestyle reporter for Fox News Digital.

Once upon a time, in the realm of food writing, there was a column titled "Turkey, Revisited." Just as Philip Larkin's "Toads, Revisited" left its mark, this exploration of turkey was about to unfold. Years ago, in these very columns, the author expressed a deep dislike for the bird. Messages from readers still echoed this sentiment from time to time. Riffing on Jeffrey Steingarten's essay, where a legendary turkey recipe boasted 32 ingredients, the author detailed their adventures with a Kelly Bronze turkey. From the baroque trumpets that accompanied its entry to the spa treatments for its skin and the fine cashmere tea towel that covered it before carving, it was a tale of extravagance. Yet, in the end, the author concluded that all their efforts had been in vain, resulting in about 3kg of just "OK" turkey.

Why the Return to Turkey?

The author's aversion to turkey has only grown stronger over the years. It's not that they've seen the light; rather, it's a matter of nature. Just as they've made up their minds about certain people, they've firmly decided about turkey. Additionally, with the passage of time, they've become more environmentally conscious. Turkey, with its potential for waste, no matter how many leftover korma recipes one reads, is a constant source of concern. But there's more to it. Turkey has been financially weaponized, with certain circles only accepting it if it's ordered with a gold Amex in late August from a butcher driving a hybrid Range Rover. The very word "premium" represents the longstanding divide between food production and consumption in the country. Wouldn't it be better if all birds were of moderate to good quality rather than most being cheaply reared and only a privileged few enjoying the poultry equivalent of Eton?

The Most Expensive Turkey

Recently, the author read about "Britain's most expensive turkey" in a newspaper. This fowl could be purchased from a butcher in Holland Park, where the big stuccoed houses resembled iced Christmas cakes. A hefty one would set customers back more than £360, justified by a diet of nettles, wild blackberries, and fresh oats, along with a hearty outdoor life. Such talk was highly contagious. At the author's preferred supermarket, the prices were high and the patter seductive. Even if one's head knew there might be no difference, the heart couldn't resist the thought of adding this dry-plucked turkey to the virtual basket. It was an irresistible temptation.

Alternatives to Turkey

Good food is often more expensive than bad food, but there's no reason it should be only for the rich. The author revisits their argument from a decade ago. Turkey, even with a luxurious life of listening to Michael Bublé sing carols and nibbling on lychees, is distinctly underwhelming. It's not even half as nice as chicken, duck, or pheasant. Why not choose one of these instead? One can still have all the trimmings, and potatoes, parsnips, and red cabbage are not easily marked up in price. Fortnum & Mason sells lovely marzipan vegetables, but they might not be the best place to find an actual carrot.

The Key to Culinary Happiness

The author believes that the key to culinary happiness on Christmas Day lies in good and copious gravy and bread sauce. Keeping an eye on the roasties is crucial to ensure they reach optimum crunchiness. One definitely doesn't want to end up like Larkin, with disappointing tubers that "unwreathed themselves, like something at a seance." By focusing on these aspects, one can create a truly memorable Christmas feast.