Gift guide for foodies

Take a look at our top Christmas gift picks for the food lover in your life.

It's that time of year again, and for many of us this weekend will be earmarked for one thing and one thing only - Christmas shopping! If you have a friend or family member with a passion for all things food, take a look at our top picks to find inspiration:

Joseph Joseph folding herb chopper (£18)

A clever piece of kit that is both practical and easy on the eye. The tool cuts through herbs and garlic with ease and folds away to save space when you're done.

Marks & Spencer food hamper

There are very few people out there who would say no to a basket full of luxury food. Take your pick from cheese and wine hampers to Italian deli packages to find the perfect combination for your loved one.

A Love for Food - cookbook (£30)

The Daylesford Organic Farm grows and produces fresh seasonal food. In this book Carole Bamford (owner of the farm) lists award winning recipes from rabbit pie to winter relishes.

The Big Cheese Making kit (£26)

If you know someone who loves cheese, why not give them the opportunity to make their own? This kit has everything you need to make fresh mozzarella and ricotta cheeses - just add milk.

Personalised chopping board (£25)

A great way to add a personal touch to your gift, we love this wooden, rustic-style chopping board that you can have engraved. Pick two messages of your choice and they will be carved into the wood as a beautiful finishing touch.

 Monthly tea subscription (£29.99)

For the tea lovers out there, what could be better than a delivery of specialist loose-leaf tea every month? An extensive range of black, white, green, oolong and herbal teas will be sent to the recipient's door monthly for them to experiment with and enjoy.