Christmas gift guide for foodies…
With tables heaving under the weight of turkey and trimmings, mince pies and pudding, it’s hard to imagine that anyone would want anything food related as a Christmas gift – but I can assure you, we foodies do! My best present last year was a brand new potato ricer – say no more.
Of course, there are more glamorous and romantic foodie gifts as you will see on these pages. From the undeniable fun of sweeties from Cybercandy and those iconic breakfast cereals that drove me wild with desire in the American comics of my childhood, to the truly traditional joy of a Wam Bam Cakes’ Christmas cake.
At Brighton’s Maccheroni they have hampers and vouchers for those who fancy a little Italian festive cheer.
At Angel Food Kitchen, part of the delicious Angel Food Bakery concept and home of the glorious cup cake, they have cookery courses and vouchers for those who have the great British baking bug.
No matter how full, nothing will put a bigger smile on a foodie’s face than the prospect of more food, glorious food, this Christmas.
Words: Andrew Kay
French Macaroons at the Angel Food Kitchen
Master the art of perfect French Macaroons in a cake masterclass.
Angel Food Kitchen, 12 Brighton Square, Brighton, BN1 1HD, 01273 779326
info@angelfoodbakery.co.uk
Christmas flavoured cupcakes from Angel Food Bakery
Serve up a box of these unique Christmas flavoured cupcakes this season and your guests will be thanking you. Red velvet and white chocolate, mince pie, cranberry and orange just to name a few…
Angel Food Bakery, 20 Meeting House Lane, Brighton, BN1 1HB, 01273 208404, info@angelfoodbakery.co.uk
Vintage Cupcake Class at Angel Food Kitchen
Angel Food Kitchen, 12 Brighton Square, Brighton, BN1 1HD, 01273 779326
info@angelfoodbakery.co.uk
Angel Food Kitchen Gift Vouchers
Buy vouchers for baking classes and the sugarcraft shop for the budding baker in your family. Whether you’re looking to improve your baking skills, cake decorating, learn a new hobby or simply enjoy doing something different, classes are a fun way to take you to the next level, Angel Food Style.
Angel Food Kitchen, 12 Brighton Square
Brighton, BN1 1HD
info@angelfoodbakery.co.uk
01273 779326
Opening Times
10am – 6pm Monday – Saturday
11am – 5pm Sunday
Evening opening times vary and are subject to bookings
Edible decorations, icings & sugarcraft equipment from Angel Food Bakery
Add a little extra sparkle to your Christmas home-baked goods with this array of edible decorations and more.
Angel Food Kitchen,
12 Brighton Square
Brighton, BN1 1HD
Cybercandy, 15 Gardner Street, Brighton, BN1 1UP
(opposite Komedia), www.cybercandy.co.uk
www.facebook.com/cybercandyBR
Cybercandy Brighton holds the best selection of candy, cereal, chocolate and sodas from around the world. The most fabulicious Christmas gifts for lovers of peanut butter, cinnamon, sour candy, soda and everything in-between. If you’re having trouble thinking of ideas, the friendly staff will help you find the perfect gift!
Wam Bam Cakes, Contact: Clair 07796 538 944 or Katie 07748 060 509 or email wambamcakes@gmail.com, wonderful website coming soon…
Saving the world one cake at a time… Everybody knows that it doesn’t get better than home made. If you want an authentic cake made by two of Brighton’s finest professional cake creators then look no further. Currently taking Christmas cake orders, impress your family and friends with a fruity number from this local company. Hurry, orders are coming in thick and fast!
Castle MacLellan premium pâtés
What foodie could resist these Castle MacLellan premium pâtés, an indulgent and luxurious range of limited edition seasonal flavours? Made from the finest Scottish ingredients, the range comes in three delicious varieties: Chicken Pâté with Brandy – soft, indulgent and enriched with butter cream and brandy; Duck Pâté with Port – a smooth, rich, decadent and very “moreish” pâté with hints of sweet ruby port, and Smoked Salmon Terrine – a luxurious blend of smoked and poached salmon, cream cheese and crème fraiche, delicately flavoured with horseradish and lemon.
Castle MacLellan Christmas range, available in supermarkets including Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, and independent stores at £2.49–£2.99.
Maccheroni Brighton, www.maccheronibrighton.co.uk
Extra virgin olive oil, salami, pickled vegetables, cantucci: a delicious selection of real Italian deli in a very nice Xmas box starting from £15.
Maccheroni Brighton, www.maccheronibrighton.co.uk
Fancy pasta for Christmas? Ask Babbo Natale to bring you Maccheroni’s Gift Card and taste the best Italian pasta in Brighton whenever you want. Gift Cards start from £5.
