Once again, the festive period is around the corner and it’s time to usher in the year of the dragon this Chinese New Year. With just under a month left, are you left scouring the internet for a gift basket or some festive new year goodies that looks and tastes great to send to friends and family?
I’ve compiled a list of some great authentic snacks and gift baskets that you could consider. These companies are all celebrating in the joyful spirits of the year of the dragon with many CNY special limited items and bundles!
Bengawan Solo
The epitome of homemade traditional cakes and kueh. Arguably very few if any, does it better than Bengawan Solo. Their annual Chinese New Year lineup is back again this year with their special Chinese New Year Hampers.
There are 7 different variations of hampers ranging from $128 SGD to $568 SGD.
Hampers will contain a mix of (but not all):
Signature Pineapple Tarts (L) & (R)
Macadamia Sugee Cookies
Mini Shrimp Rolls
Selected Dried Scallops
Remy Martin XO Excellence Fine Champagne Cognacs
Indonesian Kueh Bangkit
Love Letters Rolled
Premium Cranberry Almond Cookies
Almond Nut Crunchies
Dragon Brand Selected 100% Pure Bird’s Nest
New Moon Australian Abalone
Glenfiddich 18-year-old Single Malt Scotch Whiskey (700ml)
Premium Dried Mushrooms
The Hamper Story
The Hamper Story is a unique business that specializes in building hampers for each special occasion no matter how small or big. With their Chinese New Year line up, they have a large selection of over 20 Dragon hampers up for sale. These range in prices from the cheapest being $88 and the most expensive at $888. Alternatively, the company also offers the option to customize a hamper to send out which allows for more flexibility and would be a more personalized hamper for your family and friends.
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Our Choice
Our Choice is an online gourmet grocery store selling premium food items such as biscuits, coffee, tea & coffee and pasta. For 2024 they have brought in a wide range of seasonal items from other countries like Japan for the new year. They also have very beautifully designed Chinese New Year decoration and hampers ranging from $98 SGD to $428 SGD.
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Aunty Hong
Aunty Hong’s concept is paying homage to the warmth brought out by food and family. If you’re looking for a much more personalized and traditional gift, this is a good choice. Apart from selling other delicacies, Aunty Hong has started selling several very hearty hampers containing the authentic Chinese & Peranakan delicacies and snacks that are made popular during the Chinese New Year.
The Hampers are:
Bundle of Joy – $39.90 SGD
Lucky Duo – $66.00 SGD
Spring Blossom Box – $88.00 SGD
The Prosperity Mix – $128.00 SGD
The Treasure Chest – $228.00 SGD
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The WAI Company
The WAI company is one that brings the values of wonder and intention to gifting focusing on bringing out the multi-sensory experiences that food can bring to the receiver of the gift. This business covers gift boxes and snack boxes for every special occasion from birthdays to graduations, and even for wedding door gifts.
Their Chinese New Year lineup sees 10 different gift boxes of coffee, tea, snacks and cookies. In addition, customers can also select from their general range of gift boxes which are as suitable for the occasion, or even customize their preferred size of box through a customized order.
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With all the hampers and Chinese New Year gifts that you’ve bought and received before, which brand is your favorite? Why not try something a little different this year and purchase a gift for your special someone from one of these suggestions!
