Make-up, candles, decorations, culinary delights, wine… While children will soon be opening their chocolate-filled boxes, adults are also entitled to their own advent calendars. Here’s a selection of some of the finest gourmet items of 2024.
From 1 to 24/25 December, advent calendar fans will discover their daily numbered drawer. And once again this year, the surprises planned by the brands should cater for all tastes. Whether you prefer beauty products, wine or crystallised decorative pieces, there’s something for everyone!
The Swarovski advent calendar
At Swarovski, the end of 2024 will be more sparkling than ever. The jewellery and watch brand is unveiling a red advent calendar featuring 25 crystallised creations, with almost 5,283 sparkling facets. This year’s theme takes us on a snowy journey aboard the Swarovski Holiday Train, with carriages, stars, snowflakes, little characters and green forests.
The Fauchon Paris advent calendar
For lovers of fine food. Fauchon Paris offers 24 culinary delights such as honey infused with rose petals, salmon rillettes, strips of summer truffles and melting foie gras. Surprises that will make your mouth water every day. The hardest part will be not tasting them straight away…
The Acqua di Parma advent calendar
Scents are also in the spotlight! This year, Acqua di Parma is presenting 25 surprises in a handcrafted box with bright gold motifs designed by architect and designer India Mahdavi. Perfumery products, candles, cosmetics from the Colonia and Blu Mediterraneo lines and the luxurious Signatures of the Sun and Home collections are all on offer.
The Cluizel advent calendar
Honey, raspberry or coffee ganaches, puff pastry or fleur de sel pralines, mendiants… The Cluizel Advent calendar seduces us with its wide variety of chocolate bonbons. But it also stands out for its design. The landscape that decorates it takes us into a snowy world of winter chalets and a superb hot-air balloon adorned in orange.
The Dior advent calendar
Dior has become accustomed to ultra-prestigious advent calendars. In 2024, the French fashion house reveals a miniature version of its headquarters. The white and gold façade of the historic boutique, decorated with motifs inspired by the Château de Versailles and designed by Pietro Ruffo, conceals 24 iconic Dior products in small formats. Perfumes, an exclusive candle, skincare products, make-up… A great way to enjoy several of the brand’s ranges all winter long.
The Flakon Paris advent calendar
Selected by France’s Best Sommelier, the Flakon Paris boxed set introduces us to 12 wines from France and 12 wines from around the world. Each daily bottle contains two glasses, perfect for sharing this calendar with a loved one. The box includes a video tasting guided by a Meilleur Ouvrier de France and a tasting notebook to help you enjoy the wines in the best possible conditions.
The La Box Fromage advent calendar
Original and delicious, the La Box Fromage advent calendar contains 24 portions of milky treasures selected by Bernard Mure-Ravaud, Meilleur Ouvrier de France and 2007 World Champion Cheesemaker. Cow’s, ewe’s and goat’s milk are all featured in this assortment of cheeses from French regions renowned for their expertise.
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Featured photo: © Acqua Di Parma
