The 8 Best Options for Hampers in Ireland
Irish people enjoy parties. Some parties like birthdays or housewarming celebrations call for an offering. Small tokens or personalized gifts are highly acceptable. But sometimes, the occasion calls for something grand. Good thing there are companies and shops delivering gift hampers in Ireland.
For the best options for 100% Irish hampers, here are the brands and shops to look into when in Ireland.
Note: Due to the current pandemic outbreak, we’ve noted the relevant service changes for some of the shops listed below. Most stores are still accepting online or phone orders as well as deliveries.
1. Ardkeen Quality Food Store
| BEST FOR | Artisan food products |
| SELECTION SIZE | Small |
| PRICE RANGE | €5.50 – €250.00 |
| DELIVERY FEE | Starts at €6.95 |
| WEBSITE | https://www.ardkeen.com |
| @arkeenqualityfoodstore | |
| CONTACT | (353) 05 18 74 620 | [email protected] |
| PAYMENT | Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal |
Ardkeen Quality Food Store began as a small grocery store in Waterford City. By 1998, it garnered enough popularity that led to the development of Ardkeen Shopping Center. Ardkeen’s is still known as the provider of fresh produce and local artisan food products. Currently, it is listed in the McKennas Ireland Guides and Georgina Campbells Ireland Guide. It was also awarded by the Retail Excellence Ireland Awards, Best in Fresh Awards and the ‘Best Shop in Ireland’ by the Times.
Photos are taken from the store’s official website.
2. Fallon & Byrne
| BEST FOR | Fresh produce and imported gourmet food products |
| SELECTION SIZE | Small |
| PRICE RANGE | €45.00 – €350.00 |
| DELIVERY FEE | Starts at €13.15 |
| WEBSITE | http://www.fallonandbyrne.com |
| @fallonandbyrne | |
| CONTACT | (353) 01 47 21 010 | [email protected] |
| PAYMENT | Cash and major credit cards |
Filled with only the best food and wine on the store’s shelves, the hampers by Fallon & Byrne are must-haves during special occasions. Expect a selection of delectable goodies, charcuterie, and a few nibbles to share with guests, family, and friends. Gratitude and best wishes are surely well-received with these surprises.
Photos are taken from the store’s official website.
3. Gifts.ie
| BEST FOR | Personalized hampers |
| SELECTION SIZE | Small |
| PRICE RANGE | €16.95 – €449.95 |
| DELIVERY FEE | Starts at €10.00 |
| WEBSITE | https://www.gifts.ie |
| @gifts.ie | |
| CONTACT | (353) 01 46 56 444 | [email protected] |
| PAYMENT | Visa, Mastercard, American Express |
For a reliable delivery service and fuss-free online shopping experience, Gifts.ie is the website to try. With a flat-rate delivery charge, sending Christmas and personalized hampers within the country becomes highly affordable. Don’t forget to request extra touches in case you decide to send any of its hampers as a gift.
Photos are taken from the store’s official website.
4. Hampers & Co.
| BEST FOR | Luxury Christmas hampers |
| SELECTION SIZE | Medium |
| PRICE RANGE | €13.50 – €1000.00 |
| DELIVERY FEE | Starts at €6.30 |
| WEBSITE | https://hampersandco.com/ |
| @hampers_and_co_ | |
| CONTACT | (353) 01 85 11 098 | [email protected] |
| PAYMENT | Visa, Mastercard, American Express, One4All |
Another highly-rated, online hamper store, Hampers & Co. delivers requests even on the busiest days. It has luxury Christmas hampers which are elegantly designed and packaged with care to complement different personalities and tastes. Unlike other hampers in the market, it combines foodstuff from Irish artisans and an assortment of culinary gifts that brings delight even after the holiday season.
Photos are taken from the store’s official website.
Note: Due to unprecedented volume of online deliveries, there will be 3-4 days delay in delivery. Consequently, there will be no exact delivery dates.
5. O’Briens Wine.
| BEST FOR | Wine, spirits & craft beer |
| SELECTION SIZE | Small |
| PRICE RANGE | €15.95 – €150.00 |
| DELIVERY FEE | Free delivery for orders over €60.00 (Standard fee is €4.99) |
| WEBSITE | https://www.obrienswine.ie |
| @obrienswine | |
| CONTACT | (353) 01 26 93 139 | [email protected] |
| PAYMENT | Visa, Mastercard, American Express |
Help family and friends stock up their supplies and have a taste of the best thirst quenchers with O’Briens gift packs. Most of its drinks are from local wineries and suppliers of craft beers. Visit any of its 33 branches for recommendations or a sample of its quality spirits.
Photos are taken from the store’s official website.
6. Sheridan’s Cheesemongers
| BEST FOR | Cheese and charcuterie |
| SELECTION SIZE | Small |
| PRICE RANGE | €10.00 – €145.00 |
| DELIVERY FEE | Free delivery for orders over €100.00 (Standard fee is €10.00) |
| WEBSITE | https://sheridanscheesemongers.com |
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| CONTACT | (353) 04 69 24 5110 | [email protected] |
| PAYMENT | Visa, Mastercard, PayPal |
Sheridan’s Cheesemongers is a cheese lover’s paradise. Its stores sell cheese from famous Irish farmhouses as well as continental cheeses such as Cravero, Parmigiano Reggiano, Dongé Brie de Meaux, and Marcel Petit Comté. Sheridan’s also carries crackers, cured meat, chutney, pasta sauces, olives and wine – all perfect for a weekend get-together!
Photos are taken from the store’s official website.
7. The Chocolate Garden of Ireland
| BEST FOR | Gourmet gift baskets |
| SELECTION SIZE | Small |
| PRICE RANGE | €22.00 – €112.50 |
| DELIVERY FEE | Starts at €6.95 |
| WEBSITE | https://www.https://chocolategarden.ie |
| @chocolategardenofireland | |
| CONTACT | (353) 05 96 48 1999 | [email protected] |
| PAYMENT | Visa, Mastercard, American Express |
The Chocolate Garden of Ireland is a haven for both adults and children. It hosts fun activities making it the ideal venue for parties and events. Of course, people come here for its chocolates. Try them out by getting any of its gourmet hampers available all throughout the year.
Photos are taken from the store’s official website.
8. The Irish Store
| BEST FOR | Gluten-free snacks and desserts |
| SELECTION SIZE | Small |
| PRICE RANGE | Starts at €29.90 |
| DELIVERY FEE | Starts at €6.00 |
| WEBSITE | https://www.foodsofathenry.ie |
| @foodsofathenry | |
| CONTACT | (353) 09 18 48 152 | [email protected] |
| PAYMENT | Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB, PayPal |
Indulge sans the guilt with tasty gluten-free snacks by The Foods of Athenry. The shop has an online store featuring ready-to-order gourmet gift boxes that are hard to resist. Each hamper takes its receivers to a gastronomic trip with cookie bites, flapjacks, cakes, granolas, and cereals checked and registered with the Coeliac Society. Take note, these goodies also won 70 Taste awards – a proof of the brand’s quality.
Photos are taken from the store’s official website.
