It’s the season for giving, for eating and drinking, for cooking, reading, seeing our friends and family. We hope everyone has a wonderful time and finds a moment to sit, contemplate and enjoy some great wine you’ve saved for a special occasion.

We hope you also have a moment to read our article of ideas for charities in the UK where you can make a donation to or contribute your time to in order to give a little something back to those who are in need.

Cellar Maison are donating £500 to Great Ormond Street Hospital. Helping children with health challenges; conducting medical research, education, and supporting whole families during difficult times.

Below are a few easy wine and food focused gifts:

WINE GLASSES – You can’t go wrong with Riedel – Designed to perfectly suit your favourite wine varietals. How about the beautifully balanced Veritas range? https://riedelglass.com.au/riedel/veritas

ENGLISH SPARKLING WINE – The bubbles that are topping the big, French Champagne houses. An impressive and slightly intriguing gift especially for those who aren’t familiar with its phenomenal success. Chat to your local wine merchant or buy online.

HOMEMADE FOOD GIFTS – Jams, chutneys, preserves, chocolate truffles, panforte, homemade crackers or savoury cheese biscuits, gingerbread treats, decorated marzipan, candied fruit….. It doesn’t take long to whip up some treats to take to loved ones over these festive days. Plenty of recipes online if you don’t have the ones you need at home. BBC Food is always a good place to start. http://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes

CHEESE – An artisan, high quality cheese hamper. The best of British and European cheeses stunningly put together with the idea condiments and delivered to your door – it’s not too late!

Here are some great sites to shop from:

<a href="http://www.finecheese.co.uk/" target="_blank">http://www.finecheese.co.uk/</a>

<a href="https://www.thecheeseworks.co.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.thecheeseworks.co.uk/</a>

<a href="http://www.thecheeseshed.com/" target="_blank">http://www.thecheeseshed.com/</a>

If you’re thinking 2016 is the time to have a cellar installed for stunning display and safe storage of your wine, then please do have a look at our unique Online Design Planner and Gallery that will bring your ideas to life. You’ll be able to play with dimensions and styles to suit your home. Our consultants are on hand to discuss, provide advice and a clearly outlined quote.

From everyone at Cellar Maison, thank you for all your support and lovely feedback over the year.

Lastly, we wish you all a very happy festive season and a happy NEW YEAR!