6 last minute edible gifts and drinks to give this Easter 2026

Spring has sprung, and with how quickly this first quarter of the year has flown by, you’d be forgiven for being woefully unprepared for the upcoming Easter holidays. So, if you’re looking for some last minute inspiration for indulgent gifts and tipples to give your family and friends for Easter 2026, here are six edible gifts – from extravagant eggs to wines and champagnes – that will liven up any holiday celebrations.Le Blanc de Blancs, Champagne Lanson

For a versatile spring pairing that works with a variety of food options, Champagne Lanson’s Le Blanc de Blanks champagne is the perfect gift to toast to the bank holiday with your loved ones. A refined expression of chardonnay, blending fruit from the Côte des Blancs with select parcels from Montagne de Reims, it delivers a pure, mineral profile with subtle texture, ideal alongside lighter seasonal dishes such as seafood, salads, and soft cheeses.The three beautiful Easter eggs, Fortnum & Mason

What’s better than one Easter egg? Three indulgent and delightfully extravagant Easter eggs from Fortnum & Mason. These three decorated Easter eggs, made from milk, dark and white chocolate are handmade using antique moulds and filled with chocolate shapes. Each egg is finished with sugar flowers and a charming surprise character on the back. You can absolutely never go wrong with chocolate eggs when it comes to Easter gifting, so why not triple the joy with an entire set of them?Blanc de Blancs Champagne, Billecart-Salmon 

Another wonderful champagne that would make for a great gift this Easter 2026 is the Blanc de Blancs champagne from Billecart-Salmon. This cuvée is crafted from a blend of grand cru parcels, highlighting the distinctive character of chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs. Its complexity, minerality, and chalky finish makes for a perfect compliment to caviar or select noble fish served as carpaccio or ceviche.The Floral Collection, Adam Handling Chocolate Shop

The Adam Handling Chocolate Shop in Covent Garden has released the Floral Collection, which features a beautiful selection of hand-painted chocolates inspired by spring, including cardamom rose, jasmine, bergamot violet and lavender honey. A refined and indulgent alternative to flowers, each chocolate is finished in London and showcased in the shop’s signature luxury packaging. You can grab gift boxes of different sizes or, for a more personalised selection, in-store visitors can choose from the full range, including signature favourites such as Krug, Cornish brown butter and more. For the ultimate show-stopping gesture, you can also opt for the handcrafted wooden presentation box showcasing 21 exquisite flavours for those who live for the drama.Handcrafted Easter chocolates, Cake & Flowers

The Dorchester’s patisserie and floristry boutique Cake & Flowers has created some handcrafted Easter chocolates and pastries for the holiday, which could make for a great gift this bank holiday weekend. Chocolates on offer include the Easter chocolate chicks, which are smooth and creamy dark chocolate and caramelised white chocolate chicks and the milk chocolate and dark chocolate Easter eggs, filled with caramelised hazelnuts coated in a creamy blonde chocolate for a satisfying crunch. And if you want to go the extra mile, grab a beautiful flower arrangement on your way out to make the moment all the more special.Colomba di Pasqua and hot cross buns, Birley Bakery

For Easter 2026, Birley Bakery has curated a selection of treats tailor-made for gifting. Choose from the Colomba di Pasqua, which is a lighter alternative to Simnel cake made by the bakery team that represented the UK at the Panettone World Cup, the classic hot cross buns and biscuits, which has options for purists as well as those looking for a different way to enjoy the spiced notes of the Easter staple; and the chocolate egg boxes, which are ideal for gifting, and make for a beautiful way to table-scape your Easter Sunday lunch.

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