Christmas Hampers for Christmas Gifts
The time of year has come for a celebration! The last thing anyone needs at this point is another stressor on top their plate when they're already feeling overwhelmed from cooking meals for all your guests or wrapping presents under tight deadlines without much room left over to enjoy the holidays yourself.
With Christmas just around the corner, you may have started to think about what gifts will make this wonderful holiday extra special. With the current surge in online gift delivery, it’s important that you get your shopping done early and avoid any delays in shipping.
What is a Christmas hamper?
A Christmas hamper is a festive gift package traditionally containing food and drink. It is commonly sent as a seasonal greeting to clients, business associates, friends or family members during the winter holiday season in countries that celebrate Christmas.
Christmas hampers are typically packed with sweet treats like chocolate, sweets and can contain other snacks such as nuts and crackers. Beverages like gin, wine or beer are typical components of alcoholic Christmas hampers.
Healthy Christmas Hampers with Fresh Fruit
A Snowgoose Christmas gift hamper is so much more than a fruit hamper. It’s a captivating multi-sensory experience, teeming with unrivalled quality produce from top Australian growers and small batch artisan producers. We hand make and exquisitely present each one so that your thoughtfulness stands out and leaves a joyful impression. How wonderful to know that after a hectic year, your Christmas gift hamper will help someone to put their feet up and indulge in handpicked, simple luxuries.
Christmas Hampers delivered to Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Australia-wide
Christmas shopping in 2021 will be a bit different to previous years as we physically distance, avoid large crowd and shop for our Christmas gifts in the safety of our own homes. Christmas shopping and Christmas gift-giving is a long-held tradition that allows you to express your affection, gratitude and appreciation to your family, friends, clients and staff.
Our range of Christmas hampers are a curated mix from delicious fruits and gourmet food to delight a foodie to fine wines to satisfy a connoisseur and everything in between, that help you celebrate this holiday season in style with a gift idea that will satisfy everyone.
Christmas hampers for everyone
We know what it’s like to miss someone during the holidays. But with our luxury Christmas hampers, you can make their day even better by sending them a delectable bottle of wine and some gourmet snacks! We offer many different Christmas hamper choices so that every recipient gets just what they want for during this year’s festivities.
Whether it’s your parents or siblings who are away from home right now; friends who live far away but come over often enough not really needing anything too extravagant yet still deserve recognition as being an important part of your life; or your significant other who is the ray of sunshine in your life - we got you covered.
About our Christmas Fruit Hamper collection
Snowgoose Christmas hampers showcase our devotion through a gift of the finest quality food and wine. The foundation of every Christmas gift basket is our freshest top-of-the-crop Australian fruit - handpicked from the trees and delivered to the doorstep within just 48 hours.
To complement our fruit, we travel widely to unearth tantalising artisan produce that we know will treat taste buds like never before. Every thought, every product, every element that goes into a Snowgoose box has a story that matches our own - a rich heritage, a journey of discovery and a passion for quality beyond compare. From French champagne and the world's finest single barrel bourbon to farmhouse cheese, handmade biscuits and artisan chocolates - our Christmas hampers are true Gifts of Taste.
Why Snowgoose Christmas Fruit Hampers make the perfect Christmas gift
At Snowgoose, we believe in surprising, delighting and making someone feel special in an unforgettable way. We believe that, in this crazy Christmas season, people need to feel cherished with a Christmas hamper of taste that helps them slow down for a moment… to pause and indulge in life’s simple luxuries.
Snowgoose fruit Christmas hampers brim with the finest quality produce from Australia's top growers, artisans and small batch providores who live and breathe the art of taste. Hand-foraged or home-grown ingredients fuse with culinary expertise to produce undeniably delicious aromas, textures and flavours. A true delight to give and an extraordinary experience to receive, our unique Christmas fruit hampers give the rare gift helping people to slow down, relax and indulge in life's simple luxuries.
Handmade to order, Snowgoose fruit gift baskets arrive exquisitely presented in our famous wooden box, bearing the Snowgoose marque of authenticity. We guarantee your thoughtfulness stands out with a fruit box gift that makes them feel truly cherished.
The origin of the Christmas Holiday
The holiday season is almost upon us, and with it comes Christmas. Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ during this festive time of year. But where did this popular holiday come from? How did it originate?
The history of Christmas begins in ancient Rome. Back then, the main pagan god was Saturn. Every December, people would celebrate his birthday on December 25th. This tradition carried over into the first millennium after Christ's birth when early Christians chose that date to honour Him as well. Thus, Saturnalia became one of the first ever Christmas holidays.
Ancient Romans celebrated Saturnalia for seven days beginning on December 17th by exchanging gifts with their friends and having a large feast. They decorated their homes with greenery and lights, sang songs, and threw dice to determine the order of who would be served by whom during the feast. People also burned candles, which signified their hope of God's mercy. Although Saturnalia was originally only one day long, it eventually became a week-long celebration.
The name Christmas comes from Christian leader Pope Gregory III in A.D. 731 when he established an annual holiday on December 25th to replace pagan festivities . Gregory III named the holiday "Christ's Mass" (or "Christ's Birthday") to commemorate Jesus' birth . This is why early English speakers referred to this holy time as Christes Maesse - or "Christ's Mass."
However, many non-Christian traditions continued to exist alongside Christian ones after they were combined. For example, early Christians started exchanging gifts with each other like the Romans did. They also kept the tradition of hanging greenery and lighting candles in their homes.
So, when you're decorating your Christmas tree this year, remember that it has pagan origins. And this year, when you exchange presents with your loved ones, think about how it goes back to the Roman custom of gift-giving at Saturnalia.
The History of Gift Hampers
Gift hampers have been given as gifts for hundreds of years, and the tradition remains strong today. Traditionally, a hamper has been a wooden basket filled with food and drink items such as breads cakes, cheeses, meats, fruits cakes, chocolates, wines or spirits. More recently, things like personal care or bath products might be used instead of foods.
Gift hampers were traditionally sent to those who had done you some service, such as servants or those away at war. The word "hamper" comes from Middle English (where it was also spelled "hanaper"), which in turn came from the Old French “hanapier” – meaning “a thing that can be held in the hand”.
It did not take long for these beautifully presented and bountiful baskets to become a symbol of goodwill. In Victorian times, when train travel was becoming increasingly popular, gift hampers containing tea, coffee and sugar were offered to passengers free of charge by retailers wanting to advertise their wares.
In more recent decades, the term “gift hamper” has been broadened slightly to include non-food items or even just a selection of products from a certain retailer that have been put together in an attractive way. For example, a pamper hamper might contain moisturising cream body wash, bath salts, lip balm and perfume . Or a baby hamper might contain a soft blanket or soft toy.
Experience the joy of gift giving during Christmas
Imagine this scene. The tree is decorated with gifts, twinkling lights adorn the ceiling, and there's a warm fire in the fireplace. It's Christmas Eve, and your family gathers around to open presents one by one until the whole floor is covered in wrapping paper.
What makes Christmas extra special for many people are the thoughtful things people think of when shopping for their loved ones. You feel happy inside knowing that this person took time out of their day to pick something they know will make you smile or express their gratitude towards you. That's why this time of year is called "the most wonderful time of the year."
Gifts can be hard to shop for, and sometimes people just don't know what the other person wants. But when you find something good, it makes your Christmas even more memorable. It'll make their holiday brighter and show them how much they mean to you. And think back on all those wonderful presents you've received throughout your life – giving is equally as fun as receiving!
Put a smile on someone's face with our luxurious Christmas hampers that are sure to delight your recipient.
When is the best time to order a luxury fruit Christmas Hamper?
At Snowgoose, Christmas is the busiest period and the demand for our Christmas hampers hits an all-time high. Despite the demand, we leave no stone unturned to make sure that your recipient receives your gift in time for Christmas. But you have to order now to ensure that because due to high demand, our courier slots fill up quickly. Also, we don’t deliver on weekends and public holidays.
Will my luxury Christmas Hamper arrive before Christmas?
For your gift to arrive in time for Christmas you have to get cracking and place the order now. Earlier you place the order, more likely you are to avoid disappointment and disappointed recipients.
In the event that your recipient is not at the delivery location to receive the gift, our couriers will leave the gift if it is safe to do so. If they are unable to leave the gift safely, our couriers will bring it back to the warehouse and there may be a redelivery charge to deliver it again. Unfortunately, there may not be a delivery slot available to deliver before Christmas. So order your Christmas gift now for delivery in time for Christmas.
Why is a Christmas gift hamper the best gift for Christmas?
The best gift for Christmas is a Christmas hamper of Christmastide treats. A Christmas hamper full of tasty goodies in a festive package makes the perfect Christmas gift because it's so easy to give.
There are few things more satisfying than opening a well-wrapped present, and when you pull out each little item from your Christmas gift hamper one by one, an instant smile will appear on your face. Each gourmet treat will be enjoyed immensely and appreciated beyond words. And with such an assortment of snacks, wines and other included, there's something for everyone.
What to put in a Christmas hamper?
It’s tradition to welcome the Christmas fesitivities with Christmas hampers. What should we put in there? There are some things that everybody absolutely loves and others that they've never tried before.
Here are just a few ideas that you can include in your Christmas hampers:
> Wine/spirits/alcohol
> Snacks of different flavours
> Hand creams and body wash (for self-care and relaxation)
> Chocolates or cakes
Not only will a Christmas hamper be a nice surprise for those that receive your hamper, but it's also a good way to get yourself into the holiday spirit.
How to choose the perfect Christmas hamper for someone?
Are you looking for inspiration on Christmas hampers? There are so many of them and it can be hard to choose the right one. Do you know what someone likes, or just get a general idea and hope that whoever gets it will like it? That's why we're here to help you out.
If you decide to get a general idea of what the recipient might like in a Christmas hamper, then maybe consider getting one that includes alcohol such as wine or champagne. Also chocolates and other sweets make great additions depending on who will get the Christmas hamper.
Here's some suggestions:
Wine Christmas Hamper - This is great if the person has a love for vino. Choose a Christmas hamper with chocolates too so that they can enjoy both for a decadent pairing.
Champagne Christmas Hamper - These are usually very festive and look amazing on any table or countertop. They include some of everything from sweets to cheese and even sometimes champagne or sparkling wines.
Sweets Christmas Hamper - It doesn't have to just be a Christmas themed hamper with this one either. Any time of the year is a good time for sweet things! Sweets also last longer than other types of food so if you don't know what someone likes then this is a good option.
Food and cheese Christmas hamper - If you want something that lasts longer than food and sweets, but not as long as wine and beer, then the food and cheese hamper is for you. Our hampers can also contain small jars of condiments too which can be spread on top of the cheese to give it extra flavour.
Chocolate Christmas Hamper - This one is great if someone doesn't like alcohol or cheese. The chocolate we are Nina’s handmade Belgian chocolates because it tastes amazing with just about anything.
Fruit Christmas hamper - Fruit hampers are becoming more and more recognised these days. This is a great option if you want to give something healthy instead of all the sugary goodness that everyone usually eats at Christmas. Our fresh fruit hampers also look also look really nice due to all the different colours added together.
Cheese Christmas hamper - A cheese hamper isn't just for people who don't like sweets or alcohol! It can still be enjoyed by anyone and it's very classy looking. The best cheeses are often ones which have been aged for a long time so they taste even better than usual. You'll get some crackers too which you normally spread the cheese on top of and eat straight away, but there might also be some special crackers included too such as black pepper and garlic flavoured ones.
Christmas hamper with alcohol - A great idea for friends of any age! Most people all love a good drop once in a while.
Don't forget about Secret Santa and office party
If you're looking for ideas on what to give out as Christmas gift, look no further. If you've got an office party or Secret Santa coming up, why not take a look at our luxurious Christmas hampers?
Our Christmas Gift Baskets are the perfect Christmas gift idea for...
Everyone. Friends. Family. Colleagues. Clients. Staff. Anyone who has been a source of joy, support, help and happiness, deserves a Christmas hamper. Unique Christmas fruit hamper ideas for Mum, Dad, friends, family, teachers and neighbours, memorable Corporate Christmas Hamper Gifts, entertaining at home, or for everyone who deserves a little festive spoiling.
Every year, our owner John Antico AM oversees the packing of 2.5 million kilos of his delectable Australian cherries. So, it’s no surprise that when it comes to these festive favourites, John knows which ones are the best. The Australian cherries in our Christmas gift baskets are simply the biggest, plumpest and juiciest you can find.
Left a little longer on the trees than regular cherries, they amass outstanding sugar content to deliver unrivalled flavour. John is proud to guarantee 100% perfect cherries in our Christmas hamper experiences, with the added delight of knowing that your recipient will be devouring Australian cherries that were on the trees just 48 hours beforehand.
Find out why cherries are a symbol for Christmas in Australia.
Are there non-alcoholic fruit Christmas Hamper options available?
Snowgoose’s range is extensive and caters to all tastes including those who do not prefer alcohol. Our alcohol free range of Christmas hampers contains healthy delectable fruits and gourmet treats and chocolates. Without alcohol, our Christmas fruit hampers are suitable for the enjoyment of everyone of all ages.
Unique new Christmas gift ideas for Men
Men can often be hard to buy for at Christmas. So this year we've made life easier with our stunning new Christmas hamper ideas for men. If he's a bourbon or scotch whiskey aficionado, why not spoil him with our latest Christmas hamper collaboration with Blanton's and Glenmorangie Scotch!
Because cider is the new black, we've curated delectable Cider Christmas Hampers, showcasing Pear Cider from Victoria and a selection of the tastiest gourmet produce from Australian growers. Cheese lovers can savour artisan farmhouse cheese and handmade biscuits with exceptional red or white wine, or prestigious French champagne in our delicious Savoury Indulgence gift hampers.
After a busy year, it’s great to be able to show how much you value the business relationships that you’ve built and developed during the festive holiday season. With all the hard work done, you'll find a choice of over 30 generous Corporate Christmas hampers in our online shop to help your business stand out and remain top of mind. Thank you, Congratulations, We appreciate you, Merry Christmas. Whatever your message this Christmas, we will deliver it in style.
Whether you need one Christmas fruit hamper or hundreds, our customer service team makes your life incredibly easy. We’re here to help you select the right Christmas hampers to suit different people and budgets, customise your Christmas gift baskets and take care of all your logistics. And to make your business even more memorable, the lids of our wooden presentation box provides the perfect canvas for customising your logo or message. To find out more about our Christmas Corporate Hamper Gift Service, contact our team today. We promise your business will stand out in the most unforgettable way.
Finding the right gifts to reward your employees and business associates this Christmas need not be a headache though as the Snowgoose Corporate Gifting team can help make your gifting easy this year.
There are number of reasons why giving out corporate Christmas hampers is such a good idea:
1) It shows you care about employees as individuals - they deserve recognition for their efforts even if they aren't directly involved in the day-to-day running of the business at this time of year.
2) It gives you an opportunity to show customers alike that you appreciate their support and business during the year.
3) A well thought out gift will also encourage loyalty from both customers and staff members even beyond Christmas itself, making it more likely that they'll come back next year to buy or renew their contract with you for another 12 months.
The perfect corporate gifts should be versatile enough so you can spread the love around all your employees and associates. A Christmas Hamper is the perfect easy gift to start with as they're an all-rounder. Everyone loves delicious food and Christmas treats such as wine, chocolates and puddings.
Can I include my company greeting cards to my Christmas Hamper?
Our Christmas gift hampers come wonderfully packages with a Snowgoose greeting card.
While we make sure that the Christmas fruit hamper looks every bit festive, we understand that you know your clients far better than we do and therefore you would like to personalise not only what you would like to say but also how you would like to say it. You can add your own branded cards to your Christmas hampers at no extra cost. We make sure that your box and the card are the first things that your recipient see when they unbox their present.
Can I customise my company branding on Christmas Hampers for clients?
Our gift boxes and wine boxes provide a perfect canvas to showcase your company branding. At Snowgoose, our expertise is producing stylish and sophisticated corporate branding. If the taste wasn't enough, the lids of our beautiful, iconic wooden boxes provide the perfect canvas for adding your logo or message, making your gift simply unforgettable. We promise your business will stand out in the most unforgettable way. Simply contact our team via phone or email, and we’ll make you our priority.
Can I order Christmas Hampers in bulk?
Christmas hampers are popular corporate gift items that can be ordered in bulk. There are many different types of Christmas hampers to choose from at Snowgoose, including fruit hampers, chocolate hampers, wine hampers and gourmet hampers.
Snowgoose offers bulk Christmas hamper for corporate gifts or as thank you gifts for employees. Getting your corporate gifts delivered to your business locations – or directly to people – is also a great way to save time and effort.
With our Corporate Gifting team, we'll help reduce the stress that comes along with finding time for buying thank-you gifts during the busy holiday season.
Why should I custom brand my Corporate Christmas hamper?
As companies look to increase brand awareness, they are also looking for ways in which they can make their brand more engaging. One of the best is custom branding Corporate Christmas hampers with your business logo.
Custom Christmas hampers with business logos can help play an important role in increasing your company's exposure. Those that receive a delicious luxury Christmas hamper feeling warmly towards the brands because of the thoughtfulness and value of both the gift and the sender.
You can expect improved awareness of your brand within your desired target market, improved customer loyalty through the feelings of goodwill associated with your brand and increased positive association with your company by people in general.
Additionally, when looking at customised Christmas hampers, you are tapping into a cultural event that is not only widely participated in but also celebrated. There truly is no better time to spread awareness of your brand than at Christmastime! Companies who want their products front-and-centre this holiday season are already taking advantage of custom branding Corporate Christmas hampers with business logos.
Giving clients Christmas Hampers for gifts
Christmas Hampers are a great way to show appreciation for customers and clients. Instead of giving your clients gifts that might get thrown away, why not give them something they can use? There are plenty of stores near you that sell both gourmet food Christmas hampers (or "Christmas baskets") all the way up to complete wine racks or custom wooden crates filled with fine wines, champagne, beer or other alcoholic beverages.
Giving your employees Christmas Hampers for gifts
Giving your employees Christmas Hampers for gifts is becoming popular among companies. It has been said that employee turnover can be drastically reduced if they are given good benefits. If you are looking at the best way to give your employees a gift during the holiday season, then these Christmas hampers might be perfect for the company. Many companies have made this tradition over time and it is showing that people really appreciate their gesture.
