24 Holiday must-haves you need to try now

We’ve got a must-have holiday shopping list for everyone who made it onto the nice list this year. From crowd-pleasing appetizers, seasonal exclusives, sumptuous cheeses, and festive cakes, we’ve got what you need to make the season merry and bright!

Baked treats

Everyone’s favourite part of the holidays are the treats. We’ve got exciting products and classic favourites from the Bake Shop to appeal to anyone’s sweet tooth.

1. Compliments Apple Pie

Compliments Apple Pies are a must-have for any festive dessert table, stuffed with apples and cinnamon. Mouth-watering and delicious – all you need is a scoop of Mistletoe Wish Ice Cream.

2. Compliments Pumpkin Pie

Who says pumpkin pie is only for Thanksgiving? Indulgent and silky smooth, this pie is a great way to end any holiday meal. Find a new way to serve it up here

3. Festive Cake

A ideal way to end to a holiday meal with family, the Festive Cake is a cake lover’s dream, with three layers of vanilla cake with confetti sprinkles. Available in full cake, half cake, and slices.

4. Peppermint Shortbread

A twist on a holiday classic, our Peppermint Shortbread is sure to delight young and old alike. A surprise burst of peppermint with every bite, these classic shortbread cookies are freshly baked at our stores, and delicious with a cup of tea.

5. Mince Tarts

A quintessential Christmas tart, mince tarts have the warm flavours of citrus, brown sugar, and brandy wrapped up in a flaky crust.

6. Butter Tarts

A Canadian classic, butter tarts are a delicious way to end a holiday meal. Buttery, sweet and delectable, everyone in the family will be coming back for more.

Try Now Temptations

In need of an easy app or ready-made dessert? We have some holiday staples for you to try right now.

7. Compliments Mistletoe Wish Cookies

A must-try treat for the whole family, Compliments Mistletoe Wish Cookies are a delicious bite. The sprinkled cookies with peppermint flavoured crème filling with soft chocolatey fudge centre will put anyone in the festive spirit.

8. Panache Pink Peppermint & Dark Chocolate Chip Mini Ice Cream Bars

Who says ice cream is just for summer? These peppermint bars are filled with rich pink peppermint ice cream and covered in a smooth, luscious dark chocolatey coating.

9. Compliments Candy Cane White Hot Chocolate Mix

A perfect accompaniment to the warm fireside, the Candy Cane White Hot Chocolate Mix has real red and white candy pieces in it. This new twist on hot cocoa is a wonderful combination of flavours for the season!

10. Compliments Praline Candied Pecans

Sweet, salty, and crunchy. What more could you ask for in a holiday snack? These praline candied pecans are great for snacking and serving your guests this season and make great additions to any of your holiday baking.

11. Panache Raspberry Flavoured White Chocolate Shortbread Cookies

Enjoy an all-butter shortbread cookie that looks festive and tastes merry and bright. These all-butter bite-sized shortbreads combine fruity, ripe raspberry flavour with creamy and sweet real white chocolate chips.

Holiday Essentials

There’s already so much to cross off the holiday to-do list. Here are some holiday must-haves to have on hand for your guests and unexpected drop-ins.

12. Panache Belgian Biscuit Assortment

It’s not the holidays without a tin of cookies! Buttery and chocolatey, these biscuits ring true with nostalgia for every generation.

13. Compliments Candy Cane Ice Cream

If you can’t get enough candy cane flavour this holiday season, we don’t blame you. That’s why we’ve made a velvety vanilla ice cream loaded with crisp candy cane pieces. Try in party parfaits or on holiday pies.

14. Panache Mistletoe Wish Ice Cream

Holiday wishes come true with this sweet, frozen treat. Classic peppermint-flavoured ice cream gets a holiday makeover with a fudge swirl and colourful icing flakes.

15. Citrus

An essential during the holiday season is an assortment of fresh citrus. From clementines to mandarins these are a fan favourite for snacking, baking, or even filling your home with the delightful citrus aroma.

Easy Entertaining

Entertaining just got a whole lot easier. We have cheeses, meats, and more to fill your holiday table with cheer.

16. Panache Swiss Demi-Twists

Some unexpected company? Panache Swiss Demi-Twists are a great addition to a quick charcuterie board. They are made with real butter and cheese and have no artificial flavors, colours, or preservatives.

17. Panache British Isles Cheeses

Wow your guests with this collection of Luxurious British Isles cheeses. The collection includes Red Leicester, English Cheddar, Irish Cheddar and Scottish Cheddar.

18. Charcuterie Grazing Board

Rest easy; we’ve done all the work for you! Our Charcuterie Grazing Board is perfect for sharing and comes with delicious offerings like a mild genoa, pepper-coated salami, doubled creme brie, herb and garlic goat cheese. All are accompanied with Panache Mini-Crisps, almonds, and honey for drizzling.

19. Marcangelo Antipasto Buon Appetito

Try the Marcangelo Buon Appetito collection for a DIY approach. Exclusive to Sobeys, it has all the staples to make a holiday charcuterie board: imported Italian salami like Salami with prosciutto, Toscano, cacciatore, mild and hot Genoa salami.

20. In-Store Prepared Cut Fruit + Veggies

When time is short, go big on freshness with our handy Entertaining Trays. Get a well-paired fruit platter to go with your cheese board, or start with our veggie tray for that busy open house and skip the prep.

21. Panache Crispy Calamari

These calamari bites are an ideal way to start a meal and impress your guests. The wild-caught squid are sliced and coated in a ruffled, light, crispy batter.

22. Compliments Naturally Simple Cooked Pacific White Shrimps with Cocktail Sauce

It doesn’t get any easier than this thaw-and-serve shrimp ring that comes with a horseradish-flecked cocktail sauce. Certified by BAP as responsibly sourced, these are firm, tender shrimps that are sweet and ready to start the party. Looking to take your shrimp ring to the next level? Here are five easy to reimagine the shrimp ring.

23. Atlantic Salmon Roast

Freshly prepared so that it is an easy and convenient solution for you. This brand-new citrus and herb flavour is ready to take centre plate for a big meal or even as a different option for your guests. Check out more holiday roasts here.

24. Festive Dagwood Sandwich

Our Festive Dagwood Sandwiches are made in-store daily and contain all the holiday flavours you crave. Take a bite out of layers of roasted chicken, stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy mayo, and shredded cabbage for crunch. All loaded on a fresh in-store baked French bread (be sure to warm this one up).

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