Need some gift inspiration? Here are 5 local picks we adore

Bring five-star hotel comfort home with Wallace Cotton’s Carter robe in sage. Made from plush cotton velour with cotton towelling inside, it’s a cosy companion for slow mornings and relaxing evenings. The unisex design makes a thoughtful gift or a little everyday luxury for yourself.

Exquisite European confectionery at Sabato. Every Christmas season, the Sabato store transforms into a magical emporium of Europe’s finest confectionery treats. Panettone, including the highly collectable Fiasconaro Dolce&Gabbana collection, panforte, pandoro, nougat, chocolate pralines and truffles, cuneesi, fruit cakes and puddings, artisan-made biscuits and finest sweets.

Sabato store, open 7 days, 57 Normanby Road, Mt Eden, Auckland 1024.
info@sabato.co.nz | tel. 09 630 8751

Made for early mornings in the garden and everything after, the Barbour Mallow Chelsea Welly is a sleek, weatherproof take on the classic gumboot that’s easy to slip on thanks to its elasticated sides. Finished with Barbour’s signature Dress Tartan, it’s equally at home in the garden, at the market, or out and about.

Ottolenghi Simple Too by Yotam Ottolenghi and Verena Lochmuller is ideal for the host with the most. Ottolenghi brings big flavour to everyday cooking with 135 new recipes designed to keep things simple. Think dishes ready in under 30 minutes, one-pot wonders and make-ahead favourites. Beautiful, practical and endlessly inspiring, Simple Too is a Christmas gift destined for the kitchen bench, not the bookshelf.

Made for celebrations on the move, this gift pack pairs Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee Brut with two branded flutes in a bold red carry case. Crisp and lively, with pear, apple, citrus notes and a hint of brioche, it’s ready for picnic toasts, beach catch-ups and summer’s biggest celebrations.