During the warmer months of the year, your goal may be to get a cooler. In winter, however, the contents of each gift basket should be of comfort to the recipient. Just think about the types of foods and treats you tend to crave when the mercury drops and this will help you choose the perfect winter hampers.

 

Pasta

A perfectly cooked pasta dish will leave you satisfied for several hours. Pasta is usually a fairly heavy dish. Especially when you compare it to some summer dishes, like salads topped with grilled chicken. The trick is to match the pasta with the right sauce. A creamy sauce is best for winter, while a vinegar sauce keeps it light for summer. Tomato-based pasta sauces are suitable for both summer and winter. Add a delicious pasta sauce to make your winter hampers that much more appealing.

 

Something sweet

Sweets that offer comfort include luxurious chocolates, delicious biscuits and even crisps. Almost anything you find in the snack section of your local supermarket can be considered comfort food. They may not be as nutritious as a handful of fruit, but they sure make you feel good and that’s what winter hampers are all about.

Delicious drinks

Winter hampers are not just about food. When it comes to drinks, there are plenty of options to stay warm. Hot drinks like coffee, tea, and hot chocolate are good options. It’s also good to remember that the types of hot drinks included in gift baskets are usually not the ones you’ll find in local stores. They are specially selected blends from high-end suppliers.

 

Wonderful wines

Another option when it comes to comfort drinks for winter hampers is wine. While most types of white wine are preferred during the summer, there are some sweeter varieties that are perfect for the winter. In winter, red wine is generally preferred, as is mulled wine. Mulled wine or mulled wine can be made with white or red wine. However, red wine varieties are more abundant in aroma and flavour. Port is a good wine perfect to serve before or after the meal. It can be enjoyed even before going to bed and there is no need to wait for a special occasion to enjoy its rich flavour that delights your taste buds.

 

Luxurious Port

If you want to send winter hampers with a bottle of Port to someone special, why not look for one paired with Stilton cheese? Just as Port is a refined wine, Stilton is also a refined cheese. The two complement each other in every way possible, especially in terms of flavour! Both have strong flavours, meaning you don’t have to worry about one overpowering the other.

 

It’s also good to keep in mind that you don’t have to brave the winter weather just to purchase a gift basket. All your browsing and purchases can be done online, from the comfort of your home! Place your order online and have all your winter hampers delivered directly to the recipient with a special message attached.