The countdown to Christmas has officially begun, with just a few weeks between now and the big day, so it’s time to start snapping up treats before they sell out.
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Advent calendars in particular are always a hit during the festive season, and these days you can get anything from a whisky-filled one to beauty ones and much, much more.
Of course, food is a major theme with advent calendars, and while chocolate is an obvious choice, there are so many other options out there that are just as – if not more – tempting to try.
Since advent calendars are such hot property, it’s best to get in early so that they’re not all sold out by the time the holidays roll around.
We’ve rounded up some of the best food advent calendars available this Christmas 2021, so you can have a very merry one indeed.
Retro Sweets Advent Calendar from IWOOT for $24.99
Rewind the clock with this Retro Sweets Advent calendar that is packed with 24 classic, retro treats. It’s perfect for kids and even better for adults who love the fun of an advent calendar and those nostalgic old-fashioned sweets.
You’ll have plenty to choose from, including Tattoo Bubblegum, Love Hearts, Drumstick Lollies, Refresher Chews, Fruit Salads, Black Jacks and much more.
Joe & Seph’s Tipsy Popcorn Advent Calendar from IWOOT for $47.49
Now that you’ve seen the vegan popcorn option, why not feast your eyes on the tipsy one?
You can get a head start on Christmas with Joe & Steph’s Tipsy Popcorn Advent Calendar, where you’ll find 12 unique flavours of alcoholic gourmet popcorn behind 24 festive windows.
It features flavours like Espresso Martini, Gin & Tonic, Prosecco and Caramel Macchiato & Whisky, and it’s perfect for adults who have adventurous taste buds.
Johanna Ortiz Design Advent Calendar from Nespresso for $38
This advent calendar is the ultimate coffee lover’s treat, and you can savour it yourself or gift it for a loved one.
It features a range of limited-edition coffees for both the Original and Vertuo systems, and also comes with festive infused accessories, making for delightful and inspiring gifts for family and friends.
Thomas Dux 12 Days of Cheese Advent Calendar from Woolworths for $20
Whether you’re building the ultimate cheese board or cooking one of your favourite recipes, the new Thomas Dux range is perfect for easy entertaining this festive season.
Exclusive to Woolworths, this cheesy advent calendar is full of award-winning cheese, dips, antipasto selections and salami, and will be dropping into stores this week.
24 Reasons to Smile Teabag Edition Advent Calendar from T2 Tea for $45
This one is for the tea lovers, because this advent calendar is packed with 24 teas and tisanes in teabags that await your discovery.
The countdown is on and these teas are here to help you sip all the way to Christmas Day.