Hampers have become a go-to gift during the festive season and for good reason. The goodie-packed parcels are the pure definition of Christmas celebration and Guido Vella Cash & Carry in Qormi has it all… but there’s a science to crafting the perfect hamper for Christmas.

Personalisation is important because hampers are all about spoiling whoever’s receiving them with a treasure trove of treats. The family-run business gives patrons the opportunity to create their own hamper and alter as necessary to suit the liking of the lucky recipient. From chocolate to booze and everything in between, carefully curating the components of hamper is so much easier when you have a wide variety to choose from.

Drinks

The beating heart of every Christmas hamper, a bottle of the recipient’s favourite booze is an essential and Guido Vella Cash & Carry have a lot to offer in that department. From premium brands from the exclusive collection like Bladnoch Scotch Whiskey and special edition Johnnie Walker Blue Label to classics Chivas Regal and Jägermeister, they truly have it all. Lest we forget the extensive selection selection of wines, gins and vodkas but fear not, if strong spirits aren’t your thing, you can always throw in a case of iconic Estrella Garcia beer.

In our honest opinion, you can never go wrong with a nice premium bottle to embellish the hamper, but if you just want to throw in a cheeky Aperol for the spritz lovers, they’ve got you sorted.

Chocolates

What’s a hamper without chocolates? These lovely morsels of goodness are the ultimate symbol of festive indulgence and a mainstay in every single hamper. When you wake up in the middle of the night craving something sweet, these chocolates will be there for you so make sure you pick the right ones. Thankfully, you can’t go wrong with Guido Vella Cash & Carry. From Cadbury Milk Trays to Ferrero Collection boxes, there’s definitely something for everyone.

Panettone

You CAN’T forget the panettone. Controversial as it may be, a Panettone is as Christmas-y as it gets and whether the recipient is a lover of the sweet bread or has yet to understand the significance of the panettone in Christmas lore, a hamper isn’t really a hamper without a panettone. However, if you want to ease into it or switch it up with a Limoncino or Amaretti Cake before you present the OG, you can. From the classic panettone with raisins and sultanas to a Capuccino flavoured Italian cake, this Qormi store provides quite the selection and your hamper is sorted no matter what you choose.

Pro Tip: Make sure you try La Torinese, a traditional Italian panettone which is hand-crafted to absolute Christmas perfection.

Biscuits

Picture this. Christmas Day, 6PM, post-Christmas lunch. You’re brewing a cup of tea to cope with the spine-chilling temperatures of Malta’s winter. Before you plunge into the depths of your sofa under a blanket, you head towards the cupboard for a few biscuits and there are none. That’s why putting a few packs of Di Leo biscuits in your hamper offers not only an indulgent treat for your post-lunch cravings, but peace of mind that you have something to accompany your hot beverage when you truly need it.

However, if you’re reading this and feel that you are too busy to curate a personalised hamper or just feel overwhelmed and don’t know where to start, Guido Vella Cash & Carry also offer a ready-made selection of Christmas hampers and boozy bargains, so fear not, because you’ll be sorted either way. And if that weren’t enough, Guido Vella are donating €1 from every hamper to Puttinu Cares, which means that you are not only gifting the ultimate hamper, but doing some good in the process.

You can check out the entire Christmas collection by visiting their website or visiting their store in Amleto Spiteri Street, Qormi.

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