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A selection of thoughtful gifts for the foodies in your life

Fill this HKliving 70’s ceramics cookie jar with homemade mince pies and bakes. AED250 at UrbanNest.

Nescafe’s Dolce Gusto and De’Longhi have launched the distinctive Infinissima coffee machine that’s sleek enough to fit just about any kitchen counter. Inspired by the eternity symbol, this slim, automatic coffee maker features a fully integrated 1.2 litre water reservoir, eco-mode option to maximise energy conservation, curved intuitive touch screen technology, descaling alert function, temperature preferences – for hot and cold beverages – and customizable cup sizes, so you can choose from short espressos to XL Americanos, for the perfect brew with a thick, velvety crema. Available in charcoal black and white for AED649. Visit dolcegusto-me.com. Baking enthusiasts will love these gourmet DIY kits from Naksha’s Baked Collection, co-curated with Lidija Abu Ghazaleh (a Dubai-based chef and founder of Lidija’s Kitchen). Take your pick from Sticky toffee pudding with Emirati dates (gluten-free and vegan), Dark chocolate fondant with Turkish coffee, and Milk chocolate blondies with Lebanese tahini, all inspired by patisserie staples with hand-crafted ingredients from culinary traditions of the region. Available in Spinneys and Waitrose stores across the UAE from AED45.

Local roastery, Intellect Coffee, offers premium coffee beans sourced from Brazil, Colombia, Guatemala, Indonesia and Ethiopia. Each is unique, differentiated by a set of flavour notes and has its own story to tell. Take your pick from an extensive selection and brew your favourite coffee from the comfort of your home. From AED42 at sippybeans.com. Looking for a unique, limited-edition advent calendar? Maison Duffour’s latest creation reflects the beauty and eclecticism of Dubai. 100 per cent locally made, in collaboration with Emirati artist Nasir Nasrallah, each day of the calendar features 24 pieces of high-quality Belgium chocolate. AED239 at maisonduffour.com.