Canadian Christmas with Wine brings together an extensive assortment of gourmet treats, seasonal sweets, savoury snacks and two Trius Reserve wines. Explore each selection in this Christmas Wine Basket below.
1. Cedar Valley Pita ChipsThese pita chips bring a satisfying savoury snack to the collection. Arrange them with other crackers and spreads for casual holiday entertaining, or enjoy them between sweeter selections. They add another serving option for recipients who appreciate savoury foods.
2. Pirouline Chocolate Hazelnut WafersChocolate and hazelnut flavours make these wafers an appealing addition to the sweet assortment. Serve them alongside coffee or hot chocolate, or include them on a holiday dessert platter. Their wafer format provides a contrast to the basket's chocolates and fudge.
3. Canada Coast Maple BiscottiMaple biscotti introduces a Canadian-inspired flavour to this Christmas gift. Pair it with the included maple coffee or a warm cup of hot chocolate for an enjoyable seasonal break. It complements the other maple-themed sweets while offering a different cookie experience.
4. Santa Marshmallow LollipopThis Santa-themed marshmallow lollipop adds a playful Christmas element to the assortment. It can be enjoyed as a standalone sweet or presented with the other holiday candies. Its festive theme helps make the basket feel especially suited to seasonal celebrations.
5. Aunt Gloria's Water CrackersWater crackers offer a versatile foundation for savoury pairings. Serve them alongside the included SeaChange Crab and Pollock Pâté or other foods on a holiday appetizer board. Their straightforward style makes them useful for entertaining and balancing the sweeter contents.
6. Made Maple FudgeThis maple fudge adds another Canadian-inspired confection to the gift. Enjoy it in small pieces with coffee, or arrange it alongside chocolates and cookies on a dessert plate. Its maple character complements several other selections in the basket's festive sweet assortment.
7. Multigrain Cookies With CranberriesThese cookies combine a multigrain format with cranberries, adding variety to the collection of baked treats. They can be served with tea or coffee during an afternoon visit, or included on a shared holiday cookie platter alongside the shortbread and maple cookies.
8. Maple CookiesMaple cookies bring a familiar Canadian-inspired flavour to the holiday selection. They are an easy treat to serve with hot drinks or include in a festive dessert arrangement. Their maple theme ties together the basket's fudge, biscotti and other maple confections.
9. Lesley Stowe Cranberry Hazelnut CrispsThese cranberry hazelnut crisps provide a savoury-serving option with fruit and nut flavours. Add them to an appetizer platter with the other crackers and pâté, or enjoy them alongside the wine. They offer another way to create a varied holiday grazing board.
10. Avie's Chocolate Drizzled Caramel CornChocolate-drizzled caramel corn combines a familiar snack format with sweet confectionery flavours. It makes an enjoyable treat for holiday movie nights, casual gatherings or dessert snacking. Serve it in a bowl alongside other sweets for an easy-to-share festive selection.
11. Milk Chocolate Cashew Butter CrunchMilk chocolate and cashew butter crunch add a rich confection to the collection. Serve pieces alongside the chocolate truffles and fudge for a varied dessert plate. This selection is especially appealing to recipients who enjoy chocolate paired with nut-based sweets.
12. Milk Chocolate BarA classic milk chocolate bar provides a familiar option among the basket's more specialized confections. Enjoy it on its own or divide it into pieces for a dessert assortment. It offers an uncomplicated chocolate choice for a range of sweet preferences.
13. Maple Caramel Crunch TrufflesThese truffles bring together maple, caramel and crunch in a festive confection. Present them with the other chocolate selections after a holiday meal, or enjoy them with coffee. They contribute another distinctive maple-inspired flavour to the Canadian Christmas theme.
14. Sour Mini Neon Worm GummiesThese sour gummies add a playful contrast to the chocolate and baked treats. Their sweet-and-sour character offers a different candy option within the gift. They are a fun choice for casual holiday snacking and for recipients who enjoy gummy sweets.
15. Hot ChocolateHot chocolate offers a comforting warm beverage option during the Christmas season. Prepare a cup to enjoy with maple cookies, biscotti or chocolate wafers. It adds a relaxing alternative to the included wines and helps make the assortment suitable for cosy winter evenings.
16. Hot ChocolateThis additional hot chocolate entry provides another serving opportunity within the gift. It can be enjoyed during a quiet winter afternoon or shared as part of a holiday dessert gathering. Pair it with shortbread or maple treats for a classic seasonal combination.
17. Rustic Rosemary CrackersRosemary crackers contribute a herb-inspired savoury flavour to the basket. Arrange them with the water crackers and cranberry hazelnut crisps for a varied appetizer selection. They also provide a useful contrast to the collection's many chocolates, cookies and candies.
18. Maple Waffle CookieThe maple waffle cookie adds another baked sweet to the Canadian-inspired assortment. Enjoy it with coffee or hot chocolate, or offer it as part of a festive cookie plate. Its waffle-style format distinguishes it from the other maple cookies and biscotti.
19. Maple Milk Chocolate TrufflesThese truffles combine maple flavour with milk chocolate, complementing the gift's collection of Canadian-inspired sweets. Serve them after dinner or alongside coffee for a small indulgence. They add another chocolate option to the holiday assortment without repeating the same confection style.
20. Mint Velvets PeppermintsPeppermints contribute a refreshing mint flavour to the festive selection. They can be enjoyed after a holiday meal or offered with the basket's other candies. Their seasonal character pairs naturally with the Christmas theme and provides contrast to the richer chocolate treats.
21. Candy Cane Hot CocoaCandy cane hot cocoa brings a peppermint-inspired seasonal variation to the warm beverage assortment. Enjoy it on a winter evening with shortbread or chocolate wafers. It provides a festive alternative to traditional hot chocolate and complements the included peppermint confections.
22. SeaChange Crab and Pollock PâtéThis seafood pâté introduces a distinctive savoury component to the collection. Serve it with Aunt Gloria's Water Crackers or Rustic Rosemary Crackers as part of an appetizer arrangement. It helps create a broader gourmet experience beyond the basket's sweets and snacks.
23. Maple Milk Chocolate TrufflesThis additional maple milk chocolate truffle entry extends the assortment of maple-inspired confections. Enjoy these chocolates with coffee or arrange them alongside fudge and other truffles. Their inclusion reinforces the gift's balance of festive chocolate treats and Canadian-inspired flavours.
24. Maple CoffeeMaple coffee offers a Canadian-inspired beverage to accompany the basket's cookies, biscotti and chocolates. Prepare it for a morning treat or an after-dinner gathering. It adds another way to enjoy the assortment beyond the wine and hot cocoa selections.
25. Laura Secord Chocolate FudgeLaura Secord Chocolate Fudge adds a recognizable Canadian confectionery name to the Christmas collection. Serve small portions with coffee or present it with the truffles and chocolate bar. It provides another rich dessert choice for holiday entertaining and personal enjoyment.
26. Trius Reserve - ChardonnayTrius Reserve Chardonnay is one of the two featured wine selections in this Christmas gift. It can accompany a holiday gathering or be enjoyed alongside suitable savoury foods from the basket. Its inclusion makes the assortment especially appealing to Chardonnay enthusiasts.
27. Trius Reserve - MerlotTrius Reserve Merlot provides the second featured wine selection, giving recipients a red wine option alongside the Chardonnay. It can be enjoyed during a festive meal or shared at a seasonal gathering. Together, the two wines broaden the gift's appeal.
28. Candy Cane Hot CocoaThis additional candy cane hot cocoa entry brings another opportunity to enjoy a peppermint-inspired warm drink. Serve it with cookies or chocolate treats during a winter gathering. It adds to the seasonal beverage variety included in this generous Christmas assortment.
29. Sweet and Salty Kettle CornSweet and salty kettle corn offers a balanced snack option for holiday entertaining. Serve it in a bowl for sharing during a festive movie night or informal gathering. Its flavour combination creates a contrast to the richer chocolates and more traditional savoury snacks.
30. Tortilla ChipsTortilla chips add a familiar savoury snack to the assortment. Enjoy them during a casual gathering or serve them with a separately prepared dip. They contribute another option for recipients who prefer snacks to sweets and help diversify the gourmet selection.
31. Peppermint TrufflesPeppermint truffles combine a seasonal mint flavour with a truffle-style confection. They are well suited to after-dinner enjoyment or a festive dessert plate. Pair them with hot chocolate or coffee to create a holiday-inspired treat alongside the basket's other chocolates.
32. The Shortbread Bakery CookiesThese shortbread cookies bring a traditional holiday favourite to the gift. Serve them with tea, coffee or hot chocolate, or arrange them alongside maple cookies and biscotti. Their familiar cookie style makes them a natural choice for Christmas entertaining.
33. Handfuel Sweet Chili Nut MixThis sweet chili nut mix adds a savoury snack with a contrasting sweet and chili flavour profile. Serve it during a holiday gathering or alongside other snack selections. It provides an alternative to cookies and chocolates for recipients who appreciate nut mixes.
34. Christmas SprayThe Christmas Spray contributes a decorative seasonal element to the gift's presentation. It helps connect the wine and gourmet assortment to the holiday theme. This finishing detail makes the basket especially appropriate for Christmas appreciation and festive gift giving.
Presentation: Water Hyacinth Boat BasketThe Water Hyacinth Boat Basket brings the collection together in a distinctive presentation container. It provides a setting for the wines, gourmet foods and seasonal treats, while also offering a basket that the recipient can keep for future household use.