10 Gifts Made with Love (and honey!)
Nothing brings delight and wide-genuine smiles like the gift of something tasty during the festive season. Food is a special way to bring people together, so this year, we’ve baked, infused and curated a list full of honey-filled gift ideas for your loved ones to enjoy.
From creative ways to wrap their favourite honey in a beautifully illustrated tea towel to homemade wrapping, gingerbread treats, and (everyone’s favourite) Capilano Yellowbox Honeycomb Frame – this guide has something for everyone.
Here are 10 sweet gift ideas for Christmas 2022!
For the home chef
If anyone is going to appreciate the time and thought put into a delicious homemade gift, it’s the home chef. They likely show love through food, and will no doubt enjoy receiving it the same way. Here are two delectable recipes you can surprise them with this festive season:
Homemade Garlic Ginger Honey Infusion
If you’re buying for a major foodie, chances are they’ve already been given or tried most of the options you’ll find on supermarket shelves. So, why not take this gift idea up a notch with a homemade infusion tailored especially to their taste buds? Now THAT’s a winning gift!
This fiery blend of garlic, ginger and sweet honey is the perfect combo to add a kick to festive recipes! They’ll love lathering it over their barbecued meat, roast veg, or tossing it through an everyday stir-fry.
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Honey Spiced Roasted Nuts
It’s not Christmas without spiced roasted nuts! From almonds and brazil nuts to chestnuts and macadamia – they have long been a part of festive traditions. Perfect for decorating, sharing and or snacking in the early evening (ideally alongside a glass of eggnog or a summer spritz by the barbecue).
These aromatic treats are the ultimate festive gift – they’re super simple to make and the homemade touch makes them feel extra special to receive. Coated in sweet Capilano Honey, spicy cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cayenne pepper – just transfer the mix into a glass jar and add a festive decorative ribbon.
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For a quick, but thoughtful gift
If you love the idea of gifting homemade food more than you love the actual process of cooking - these super easy recipes are a great way to whip up a quick homemade gift in a flash. It only requires a little amount of time to give a whole lot of love!
Honeyed Caramel Popcorn
Gift them the ultimate snack to enjoy as they watch Love Actually or the Grinch for the hundredth time! Crunchy, sweet and a little bit salty. Pop, coat, bake and then scoop this sticky honey creation into a decorative Christmas tin lined with parchment paper and it’s ready to be delivered!
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Honey Yoghurt Cereal Bark
A delectable meld of sweet honey, vanilla and yoghurt. Using just three ingredients and cereal of your choice to decorate – this fun treat is a quick and easy way to impress. Pop your creation into a foldable box and close it with a colourful ribbon tied into a bow. Keep in the freezer until ready to eat!
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For the family foodie
Whether you have family arriving from across the country for the festive season, or you're visiting friends and loved-ones with kids - these gift ideas are sure to impress children, parents and grandparents alike!
Capilano Honey Gingerbread
A classic festive treat with a sweet honey twist! There’s no better way to boost the Christmas spirit than biting into spiced, aromatic gingerbread. It’s a gift the whole family can enjoy together – and you’ll have fun making it too! Place the gingerbread into paper-topped mason jars or small brown food bags with a see-through window, so they can catch a little glimpse of their gift.
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Manuka Honey Gummy Shapes
Zesty, fruity and naturally sweetened with nourishing and naturally bioactive Manuka Honey. This is a perfect gift to give to a family with little ones. Pop them into a latch-lid glass jar or reuse those jam jars you’ve been storing “just in case you need them”. The family will love displaying their homemade lolly jars on the kitchen bench or among their Christmas decorations.
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For more time spent together
Christmas is all about spending time with those you love. Show you care with the greatest gift of all - quality time.
Red Velvet Manuka Cheesecake Trifle
Bake, layer, and decorate together as you create this impressive trifle of soft red velvet cake, creamy cheesecake filling, nourishing Manuka Honey, toasted almonds and crispy almond pastry. When it’s finished, you can both grab a spoon, dig in and enjoy the festive treat you created together.
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A gift for before the big day: Capilano Honey-Glazed Ham Pack
For the loved one who can’t quite wait until Christmas day to rip into a present – gift them the Capilano Honey Glazed Ham Pack. This festive box includes Capilano Raw Red Gum Honey, a silicone honey basting brush and a cotton ham bag to prep the perfect Christmas ham. It’s a gift that keeps on giving until the big day – when they can serve and enjoy their delicious creation.
Camping over Christmas? Enamel Camping Mugs and Bowls to the rescue!
Nothing signals it’s the Aussie summer and festive season quite like packing up the car and hitting the road towards your favourite family camping spot. For the family and friends who love to get outdoors, give their old camping mugs and bowls a refresh with this Capilano Enamel Camping gear.
For the entertainers... Capilano Yellowbox Honeycomb Frame
Lovingly crafted by our Aussie beekeepers, the Capilano Yellowbox Honeycomb Frame is a unique gift for those who love to put on a spread and entertain. It’s a wow-worthy addition to cheese platters, charcuterie boards, dessert stations, or cut into wedges for canapes of cocktails.
WRAP IT UP
No need for wrapping paper or ribbons - here's an easy way to wrap up their favourite Manuka Honey with our Capilano Linen Australian Floral Tea Towel! Surprise your loved one with this unexpected wrapping method, which doubles as a beautiful bonus present!
DIY Tea Towel Wrap
- Fold down one-third of the tea towel, with the printed side facing down onto the table.
- Bring the bottom left-hand corner up to meet the top right-hand corner, covering the gift completely.
- Roll the gift diagonally in the tea towel, folding the corners together to create a smooth edge on the final roll.
- Secure the gift by using the two long ends to make a knot.
- Decorate! Native flowers and foliage look beautiful under the tree for a truly Aussie Christmas!
For an exciting range of Christmas recipes and festive fun to try this holiday season, download our FREE eBook A Very Capilano Christmas!
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