Christmas is upon us. And given the wide selection of items made available by both old and new food entrepreneurs this year, choosing the right gift can be a daunting task.
I tend to favor gourmet goods that are original and delicious, and which I want friends to discover and enjoy, as well. I will reserve the usual suspects like Spanish sardines or plain mango jam for another day.
For Christmas, it has to be special, so I’ve come up with a list of bottled goods (because they are easy to transport and have a long shelf life) that are worth sending our loved ones.
Calamansi, Mint and Gin Jam
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