Why we love choosing our Christmas stock
Every year, as soon as the nights draw in and the weather turns colder, we feel that familiar excitement bubbling up. Choosing our Christmas stock is one of the real joys of running the deli. We know how many of you come in hoping to discover something a little bit special - something you simply won’t find in the supermarkets or from the big online giants. That thought stays with us when we begin our festive buying: what could we bring in this year that will make you stop in your tracks and say, “Ooh… what’s this?”
Seeking out small producers and true craftsmanship
We spend a lot of time searching for things that feel genuinely different. Small producers with heart. Foods that are crafted, not churned out in vast numbers. Little luxuries you might not have tried before - but once tasted, become a part of your Christmas. Finding those producers and suppliers is a big part of the fun for us, and there is nothing better than watching you discover and fall in love with them too.
Bringing back the favourites you love
Of course, Christmas would never be Christmas without the classics many of you ask for. Those seasonal favourites - Loison panettone, our truffle range, the cheeses that have become part of your family tradition. We bring them back each year because you tell us that they matter to you.
Choosing products we believe in
Customer service is a huge part of how we choose our stock as well. If we don’t believe in something, we won’t sell it. Everything on our shelves is something we are proud to talk about, explain, compare, and recommend because we have tasted it ourselves. We want you to enjoy the experience of shopping here - to ask questions, to sample, discover new favourites, and feel completely confident in what you’re buying. That is something an online cart will never give you.
Helping you find the perfect gift
One of our favourite moments of the season is helping someone find the perfect cheese for a Christmas Eve supper or pulling together a little selection of treats for that person who already ‘has everything’. Seeing the relief on someone’s face when we say, ‘Leave it with us — we’ll put something lovely together,’ is a joy all of its own.
The magic of our Christmas hampers
And then, of course, there are our hampers, boxes and trays. There is something so thoughtful about them - a gift full of flavour, care, and indulgence. You can choose from our ready-made selections, or you can build your own, picking out foods you know will be loved. We will wrap it beautifully for you, ready to gift or send direct.
Why shopping small matters at Christmas
Shopping at a small independent business is a different kind of experience to the traditional stress of Christmas shopping. It is slower, kinder, more personal. When you shop here, you are supporting real people – us of course, and the artisan makers behind every product we carry. You are keeping special food on the high street and helping ensure that places like ours can continue to bring something unique to the community.
A warm welcome this festive season
This Christmas, we’d love to help you find something wonderful - for your table, your family, your celebrations, or simply for yourself. Pop in, have a taste, and let us show you what we’ve found this year. We think you’re going to love it.