I love a hamper; I genuinely find it a thrilling gift. Opening a box and rummaging around to see what delights are inside, it's an adult lucky dip. This love came from winning a hamper in a raffle at the age of seven. I couldn't quite get over all the dry goods I suddenly owned. That spark has persisted, and although I love receiving them, I find the excitement of sending them even more satisfying. When so many gifts can fall by the wayside, not being used for the rest of the year, here you can give a gift that will be used for the festive period and a few pieces saved for the year ahead.

We have not tried and tested any of these. We are but two people, but the below are the ones we would most like to receive. Can't say fairer than that.

Chatsworth, The Paxton, £210

The Deli Society, Matteo - The Italian Edition, £50

Best 20 Hampers For Christmas

Partridges, Patridges Hamper, £275

Honey & Co, Christmas Treats Hamper, £65

2023 Gift Box - River Cafe Classics, £110

The De Beauvoir Deli, The Everything Hamper, £160

Artisan Deli Market, Christmas Dessert Hamper, £165

Ottolenghi, Holiday Hamper, £280

Harvey Nichols, Home Comforts Hamper, £180

Dishoom, Bacon Naan Kit, £20

Harrods, The Port And Stilton Gift Box, £50

Iberica, Spanish Icons Hamper, £49.95

Provisions Hamper, £40

La Fromagerie, Cheese & Champagne Box, £90

Rococo, Indulgence Hamper, £129.95

Drewton's, Medium Christmas Hamper, £68.50

Hunters Of Helmsley, Craven Hamper, £60

Valvona Crolla, Pecorino Cheese & Wine Tasting Box, £75

Brindisa, Brindisa Epicurean Box, £115

The De Beauvoir Deli, The Luxury Antipasti Hamper, £120

Lina Stores, I Buongustai Hamper, £130

Sous Chef, The Best Of Italy Hamper, £98

Daylesford, Anti Pasta Hamper, £80

Sous Chef, Cult Ingredient Collection, £74.99

DukesHill, Star Of Wonder Christmas Hamper, £225