Savour the Season: Gourmet Essentials for Holiday Hosting

Savour the Season: Gourmet Essentials for Holiday Hosting

Alexander Foster-Petrocco

Host the ultimate holiday party with our gourmet food picks! From decadent pâtés and smoked salmon to indulgent chocolates and festive hot drinks, these treats will impress guests and elevate your spread. Whether you're planning appetizers, desserts, or cozy beverages, these delicious essentials make entertaining easy and unforgettable.

Sea Change Foods Lobster, Crab, and Smoked Salmon Pate

Appetizers

  • Gourmet Pâtés: Whether it’s Lobster or Crab, these rich, creamy spreads are holiday must-haves. Just add some crackers and voilà: instant party snack!
  • Maple-Glazed Smoked Salmon: Sweet Canadian maple syrup meets smoky wild salmon for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s as delicious as it is Canadian.
  • Focaccia Crisps: These tasty crackers are perfect for pairing with cheese, pâtés, or just enjoying on their own.

British Beer Mustard

Dinner Staples

  • Beer Can Chicken Seasoning: This spice blend is the secret to juicy, flavourful chicken your guests won’t stop talking about.
  • Muskoka Cranberry Sauce: This Ontario-made cranberry sauce has a hint of citrus and is the perfect sidekick for your holiday turkey.
  • British Beer Mustard: Mrs. McGarrigle’s award-winning mustard isn't just for pairing with charcuterie; it's the perfect companion to a delicious Christmas ham!
Gourmet du Village Apple Cider Mix

After-Dinner Drinks

Wildly Delicious Nanaimo Bar Chocolate Sauce

Snacks & Sweets

  • Candy Drops in Tin: A melt-in-your-mouth hard candy to whet your appetite before dinner! And, for a limited time, try the Wild Berry Drops Christmas Edition with its special holiday tin!
  • Nanaimo Bar Chocolate Sauce: Take you desserts to the next level by drizzling this over ice cream or for dipping fruit!
  • Victoria Creams: These chocolate-covered, creamy bites come in over 20 flavours and are pure indulgence. A sweet treat that’s perfect for sharing or keeping all to yourself!

These delicious goodies are perfect for celebrating, gifting, or just treating yourself this holiday season! For even more ideas, see our full line of Gourmet Foods products.

You can shop online 24/7 or visit our storefront in Manotick Village. We will be opening our doors for in-store shopping Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

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