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Yes, we're almost nearing the last month of the year, which means the merriest season is finally upon us.

With shopping at the nearby mall being the last on our minds to do in the middle of the pandemic, it's best to resort to online shopping where you can have items delivered to your loved ones.

And what better way to spread the holiday cheers than gifting your friends and families with great food ideas that come in the prettiest packaging.

Here are a few Christmas food gift ideas for the year 2020:

Aperitif's Graze Boxes

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Price: Php 3,150 to PhP 7,000

Noche Buena will definitely be a feast when you order a graze box from Aperitif. It has everything your recipient needs to jumpstart any celebration, including cheeses, cold cuts, chocolates, and a bottle of wine. It also comes in three varied sizes -- half, medium, and large -- that is perfect for an intimate date night to a party of 15!

To order, simply visit www.aperitifph.com.

Auro's The Chocoholic's Kit

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Price: PhP 1,350

Know someone who is a certified chocoholic? Why not gift them the ultimate ready-to-eat chocolate bars in beautiful packaging from Auro Chocolate.

The Chocoholic's Kit comes with an assortment of their best selling chocolate variants from the classic milk, dark, and white chocolate, to the more experimental ones like roasted white chocolate with cashews. Opening the box alone will definitely indulge its recipient and eating it will satisfy their insatiable appetite for the classic dessert.

Auro Chocolate is available for delivery to Metro Manila residents only. To order, simply visit www.aurochocolate.com.

The Blue Kitchen's Gift Pack

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Price: PhP 1,000 and up

Pack a gift basket with The Blue Kitchen's pantry staples and tasty delicacies to make a big contribution to your family or friend's upcoming celebrations. The Blue Kitchen's D-I-Y gift pack allows you to include anything from their bottled specialty products to their delicious healthy snack treats.

To order, message The Blue Kitchen on Instagram or contact 0938-121-5883.

Man on the Moon's Sun and Moon Box

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Price: PhP 490

Know a friend who can't have enough coffee? Maybe this gift would be the perfect fit!

Homegrown label Man on the Moon offers various cold brew products, including Black Hole, Milky Way, and Solstice Nebula. Our favorite would have to be the Sun & Monn DIY Cold Brew Box, which includes 4 bags of ground coffee, enough to make 1.5 liters of cold brew for your recipient.

To order, you may send them a direct message on Instagram, @manonthemooonph.

Mama Empanada's Empanada

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Price: PhP 352 to PhP 528

We know the pandemic can take a toll on your taste buds, so why not give your loved one a piece of comfort food she or he craves during the Christmas season? Mama's Empanada is known for its sophisticated homemade empanadas that have been in their generation since 1979. Choose from their five savory flavors: Classic Chicken, Sriracha Chicken, Beef Taco, Italian Sausage, and Herbed Tuna.

To order, contact 0915-863-3156 or have it delivered via Food Panda or GrabFood.

Ace your gift-giving game with these Christmas food gift ideas. But better hurry, so you could beat your fellow gift-shopping crammers before it's too late!

For more lifestyle tips and ideas for the holiday season, head to GMA Network's Lifestyle Page.