Lane Cove Christmas Gift Guide 2023 – Food and Drink

Everyone loves a gourmet gift especially picked for them or perhaps an item for the home that a foodie would love.  We also have details of where you can source drinks, gluten-free options, and hams (baked or not baked)  for Christmas Day.

return to gift guide’s main page


Food


Harris Farm

Wow, there is a huge range of gifts to spoil loved ones with from boxes of cherries, trays of mangos, and a wheel of brie or camembert!!!!    Then there is their huge range of sweet treats and they have a Pavlova Station.

Address: 56-60 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove NSW 2066
Parking:  Enter the car park via Burns Bay Road Lane Cove – the entrance is between Harris Farm and Peto
Hours: 7 am to 10 pm Daily
Telephone: 02 9394 3910
Facebook:  @harrisfarmmarkets
Instagram: @harrisfarmmarkets
Email: [email protected]


Figtree Greengrocers

Figtree Greengrocers have a range of chocolates, jams, chutneys, nuts and more to give to your loved ones this year.  Read our article here about Figtree Greengrocers and nine reasons why Figtree Greengrocers is a great place to shop this Christmas (or at any time of the year) – read our article here.

 

Did you know Figtree Greengrocer makes fruit platters to order? You will know it’s always going to be the freshest fruit!!!

Figtree Greengrocers is located at the Figtree Shops in Lane Cove West (grab your fruit and veg there) then hop on over to Hummerston’s Gourmet Meats for your meat!!

They pride themselves on quality with the finest produce full of flavour.
“Don’t waste your money on fruit and veg that after 2 days it ends up in the bin!
Forget about the Rest and come back to Figtree for the best!”

Figtree Greengrocer
Where: Rear of 229 Burns Bay Road (Cnr. Beatrice Street), Lane Cove West 2066
Phone:  9420 2111
Website:  Figtree Greengrocer
Facebook: Figtree Greengrocer

More Information


Bern the Chef – Glazed Hams (Limited Stock )

Free Range Whole Ham, prepped, glazed and baked.

Plattered and ribboned, ready to add to your Christmas Eve Supper or Christmas Day.

Bern the Chef says, if she looks after your ham, you can have, more room in the fridge for the lead-up to the big day. No worries about trying to fit it in your oven. No mess from prepping and no roasting tray to wash up.

You can have all the fun of carving, snacking, and non of the mess and hard work!

Give yourself the gift of time, room in the fridge, and peace of mind that it’s all done for you!

Bring Muscles! A 9-kilo ham, on a platter, with Bern’s signature paw paw & ginger relish, weighs in at a hefty 11-12 kilos. Wrapped tightly for the ride home, slide into your fridge, and it will keep for 10 to 12 days, it gets you through Boxing Day and all those days in between then and New Year’s Eve.

Bern the Chef, works in a Council Approved Commercial Kitchen, right here in Lane Cove!  Bern the Chef is booked out for onsite catering events, but you can have one of her tasty hams on your table on Christmas Day.

 

 

Facebook: @bernthechef
Instagram: @bernthechef
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0402 092 574
Website: www.grannycooks.com.au
Address: Lane Cove Community Hub Building. Lower Ground, 1 Pottery Lane, Lane Cove, 2066

Buy Now


 

The Boujee Boards

Have yourself a very Boujee Christmas.

The Boujee Boards Christmas menu is available until 24th December 2023!
This year their brownies are from @browniesbym, a beautiful gooey brownie of our dreams, AND this year you get to keep the boards!!!
The Boujee Board will also have their Large and Medium Gourmet Graze boards available!

 

Merry Cheese-mas $90
Boujee Prawn Rolls $100
A Christmas Tree-t $80
AddressPottery Lane Lane Cove
Facebooktheboujeeboards
Instagramtheboujeeboards

 

Buy here 


Four Frogs Creperie

Four Frogs Creperie is more than just a French restaurant – it’s a real French creperie, with full table service.

Discover the perfect Christmas gifts for the French foodie at Four Frogs – from gift vouchers to DIY boxes, they’ve got you covered!

DIY box

Gift your loved one the gift of cooking this Christmas! Not just any cooking, but all things French savoury and sweets.

Buy a box with everything you need to learn how to perfect the ultimate Crêpe at home like a French chef. A fun activity to have in the kitchen with the whole family and something delicious to indulge in afterwards!

To order your box, pop into Four Frogs Crêperie Lane Cove or email [email protected]

Learn More

Gift cards

Do you know a die-hard French food lover? Or maybe you want to wine and dine with a loved one, but you live too far away?  Four Frogs gift cards will make for the perfect gift for your special someone this Christmas! Skip the hassle and order your next best gift online.

Buy Now

Pantry

Nothing beats some Four Frog merchandise to wear whilst you get your “French chef on” in the kitchen, so how about gifting a fellow French foodie a tote bag and filling it with what you’d love, like some homemade Buckwheat flour and a Marinière (stripe t-shirt). The ultimate French goodie bag!  The Four Frog Merchandise is available to purchase at their Lane Cove store.


 

Elia Bathrooms

Elia Bathrooms beautiful Bathware and Tile showroom, is located on Burns Bay Road and Penrose Street.

Drop in and be inspired by their many in-situ displays, which are continually being updated to showcase the latest design trends and styles. A great way to visualise an array of styles and concepts in complete settings.

They also have some Christmas ideas for your home.

Mayde Energise Tea

Experience a revitalizing surge of energy with their caffeine-free Energize Tea. This blend is a symphony of natural ingredients selected for their health-enhancing properties.

With its cooling effects, Lemongrass offers digestive relief, reducing bloating and enhancing circulation for improved energy production. The sweet essence of Papaya fruit not only tantalizes your taste buds but also provides a rich source of vitamins C, A, E, and essential minerals like calcium and iron, coupled with powerful antioxidants like flavonoids and carotenes.

Ginger adds a gentle zing to the mix, improving oxygen transport in the body and offering relief from digestive discomforts. Finally, a hint of Cinnamon harmonizes the blend, helping to stabilize blood sugar levels and boost circulation. Together, these ingredients create an invigorating brew that’s a delight to the senses and a nourishing boost for your overall vitality.

Amber Jar – 15 serves     $16
Amber Jar – 120 serves   $44
Retail Tube – 40 serves   $22

Elia Bathrooms is offering a 10% discount for all locals.

Address: 246 Burns Bay Rd, Lane Cove NSW 2066
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://eliabathrooms.com.au/
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/EliaBathrooms

More Information 


Tipsy Jam

Tipsy Jam is a Lane Cove business that makes jams and chutneys in small batches from seasonal products.

Tipsy Jam is the brainchild of a long-time Lane Cove local. “I started making jams and candles as a hobby, but I wanted to do something a little different, so I added an infusion of alcohol…who doesn’t love a bit of Brandy on their morning toast.”  For Christmas, Tipsy Jam is selling their locally made jams and chutneys.

Just email them or message them on Instagram.

A personal favourite of ITC’s is the Bloody Mary Tomato Chutney.  You an also pick up some Tipsy Jam at Riverview Butchers.

Email: [email protected]
Instagram@tipsyjam_au

 

 


Baker’s Delight Lane Cove

Baker’s Delight Lane Cove has some terrific Christmas Gift Packs which are ideal for teachers, hostess gifts, Secret Santa and much more.

This year they have Lemon Christmas Tarts and of course, the Traditional Christmas Tarts

Bakers Delight is located in the Lane Cove Plaza (just near the Rotunda).

Address: 23-25 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove NSW 2066
Phone: (02) 9418 3849
Facebook Page: @bakersdelightlanecove

 


Gelatissimo

Did You Know that Gelatissimo has Gelato Cakes and take-home packs that are nice to have in the fridge ready to go on Christmas Day?

‘TIS THE SEASON for Gelatissimo’s limited edition Mango Passion Pavlova gelato

This NEW, festive treat is a mango and vanilla gelato made with Aussie Kensington Pride mangoes, with a luscious passionfruit mango swirl and packed with crushed meringue pieces that are baked right here on the Sunshine Coast! Does it get more Aussie than this?

Mango Passion Pavlova gelato is the only way we’ll be eating pavlova this Christmas – available in store now, while stocks last!

Address: 32A Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove NSW 2066
Phone: (02) 9418 7465
Facebook: facebook.com/gelatissimolanecove/

More Information


Lux Platters

Lane Cove local Pam is the extremely talented baker and creative behind Lux Platters and Cookies.  To order, email [email protected]

 

Jack & Co

Jack & Co. have Christmas Chocolate you can grab when you order coffee or put petrol in your car at Lane Cove!!  Brilliant for stocking stuffers and Secret Santas.  Remember this when driving to work and forgetting it’s Secret Santa day.

 

Address: 7-9 Northwood Road, Northwood NSW 2066 and  203 Burns Bay Road
WebsiteJack & Co
FacebookJack & Co Northwood
Instagram:  Jack & CO

More Information 

 


 

The Cake Man – Lane Cove

The Cake Man Lane Cove is busy baking, and this is their busiest time of the year.  You can order Christmas cakes, pudding, minced tarts, and fruit cakes and of course Gingerbread Houses.

Instagram: thecakemansydney
Phone: 02 9420 9895
Email[email protected]
Address: Shop 5A, 23-25 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove

More Information 


Gluten Free Pasta Di Casa

Need Gluten Free for Christmas?

Gluten-Free Pasta Di Casa can assist you with a gluten-free Christmas.  Lane Cove locals Anthony and Steph are the founders of Gluten Free Pasta Di Casa.

They have put together a curated menu made by chef Anthony, a coeliac.

Simply email [email protected] to place your order.

 

Address: Shop 3, 144 Spit Road, MosmanStreet parking is readily available

Website:  gfpastadicasa.com.au
Instagram – @gf_pastadicasa
Facebook – @gfpastadicasa
Email:  [email protected]

 


Drinks


Dan Murphy’s Lane Cove Cellar

Whether it’s stylish sparkling, an unexpected white, a gorgeous rosé or a sumptuous red, you’ll find the perfect gift or gift pack at The Dan Murphy’s Cellar, Lane Cove.

They have a range of gift packs, from affordable to very special.  Check out their fine French Champagne, as well as rich reds and intriguing whites.  They also have a range of wine accessories that will impress any wine buff.

Address: 231 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove NSW, 2066
Facebook:  danmurphys
Instagram: @danmurphys_lanecovecellar/
Website: danmurphys.com.au

More Information 

 


Butchers


Riverview Butcher

Pop into Riverview Butcher and grab your Christmas Order Form or text Ray.

They have Kaczanowski & Co. Smoke House Hams in many sizes to order. Kaczanowski & Co. have been in operation for 40 years, using family recipes and traditional smoking methods with Australian-grown pork.
Check out Riverview Butcher’s range of Free Range Turkeys or Boned and Rolled Turkey Breasts with the choice of Ray’s stuffing, or bring your own stuffing in-store.

Order form here

Address: 55 Tambourine Bay Rd, Riverview NSW 2066
Phone: 9427 2108 or 0400 815 880
Instagram: @riverview_butcher
Website: www.riverviewbutcher.com.au
Email: [email protected]

More Information 


Hummerstons Gourmet Meat

Hummerstons is taking orders for their amazing Hams.  Then, of course, there is their ham jam, ham bags and ham anything else you need.  They also have turkey and and any other meat you would like.  Order soon to avoid being disappointed.

This year Hummerstons has gone high tech – pop into their store and scan the QR Code, and you will have their Christmas order form online, or you can go old school and fill out their order form available at their store.  Or you can just click this link to order from them.

Website:http://www.hummerstons.com.au/
Address: 225 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove West NSW 2066
Phone: 9427 1983

Springbok Delights

Don’t leave your Christmas feast to chance. For quality Hams, Turkeys and other meats, order now at Springbok Delights!

Don’t leave your Christmas feast to chance. For quality Hams, Turkeys and other meats, order now at Springbok Delights!

Facebook: @Springbokdelights
Instagram: @Springbokdelights
Website: www.springbokdelights.com.au
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (02) 9427 5168
Address: 656 Mowbray Road, Lane Cove North NSW 2066

More Information


Chargrill Charlie’s Lane Cove

Whether you’re getting festive with your mates or having Christmas Day with the family, your day could be all the merrier with Chargrill Charlie’s catering at the table.  Have a look at their menu options it is not just chooks

Go all out with a whole smoked leg ham, carved turkey and hot smoked salmon, or just add some salads and sides to your already-prepared dishes. Chargrill Charlies also has cranberry sauce and their famous rice, prune & apricot stuffing.

You can pick up in-store anytime until 24 December 2022.

Give Justin a call on 8095 9761 or pop into the store and speak to him about it.

 

Address: 27 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove NSW 2066
Catering Info: catering.chargrillcharlies.com
Facebook: @cclanecove
Instagram: @chargrillcharlies
Phone: 02 8095 9761
Website: chargrillcharlies.com

More Information


 Return to Gift Guide Main Page


Help Support Local and Independent News

You can support us in three ways:

  1. Become an ITC reader sponsor –  Feel free to be a reader sponsor if you have enjoyed our local news coverage and would like to be an ITC reader sponsor. You can sponsor us with a monthly sponsorship fee.  We have reader sponsors who sponsor us for $5.00 a month and some who sponsor us for $100 a year – no amount is too small or too big. Thank you so much to the people who have already supported us via our press Patreon account. Help Us Here.
  2. Buy the ITC  team a coffee – We now have a team, and they need to be paid – buy the ITC team a coffee (or two) and that will help us pay their wages and shout then a coffee Buy a Coffee here.
  3. Do you own a Lane Cove Business or a Lane Cove resident who owns a business, you can advertise with ITC – our packages start from $35 monthly fee (for a 12-month commitment). Email us here for our rates card.