Cornish Christmas Gift Guide for Foodies
- Daniel Maltwood
- Oct 6
- 2 min read
5 unforgettable gifts for flavour lovers, design enthusiasts, and experience seekers
Whether you're shopping for a passionate home cook, a design-savvy chef, or someone who simply loves great food, Cornwall offers a treasure trove of artisan experiences and handcrafted gifts. Here are five top picks to wrap up this Christmas with taste and style:
1. Pareusi Knife Making Experience Day
Craft your own kitchen knife in Cornwall’s coastal workshop Give the gift of craftsmanship with Pareusi’s one-day knife making experience. Guests choose from a selection of blade designs and premium woods, then shape and finish their own knife with expert guidance. It’s hands-on, personal, and unforgettable.
Duration: 10:00–16:00📍 Location: Pareusi Workshop, Cornwall Perfect for: Food lovers, creatives, and experience seekers
2. Pareusi Steak Knives
Handcrafted precision meets elegant design Elevate every meal with Pareusi’s artisan steak knives—made with high-carbon steel and exotic wood handles. Designed for balance, beauty, and performance, they’re the perfect gift for anyone who appreciates detail at the dinner table.
Available in gift-ready sets Sustainably sourced materials
3. St Ives Cookery School
Hands-on culinary classes with a coastal twist Founded by award-winning chef Jeffrey Robinson, this cookery school offers immersive one-day courses in a stunning St Ives setting. Guests prepare a full three-course meal using seasonal Cornish ingredients, with options ranging from seafood to fermentation.
📍 Location: Primrose House, St Ives Ideal for: Curious cooks and creative foodies Explore courses
4. Camel Valley Wine Tasting
Award-winning English wines in a vineyard setting Treat someone to a guided tour and tasting at Camel Valley, Cornwall’s most celebrated vineyard. Guests sip sparkling wines on the sun terrace, explore the winemaking process, and enjoy a relaxed afternoon in Bodmin’s rolling hill📍 Location: Nanstallon, Bodmin
Great for: Wine lovers and scenic explorers Book a tasting
5. Paul Ainsworth Gift Vouchers
Michelin-starred dining, boutique stays, and more Give the gift of choice with beautifully presented vouchers redeemable across The Ainsworth Collection—including Paul Ainsworth at No6, Caffè Rojano, The Mariners, and Padstow Townhouse. Ideal for food lovers who appreciate refined hospitality.
Available from £25, with gift box options
📍 Redeemable across multiple venues in Padstow and Rock🔗 Shop vouchers
