It’s the most wonderful time of the year—the holidays are so close that we’ve begun to contemplate the gifts we’ll be giving, the feasts we’ll be making, and the Holiday Swap goodies we’ll be mailing this year. The Food52 Holiday Swap is a super generous, mostly anonymous, 100% heartwarming gift exchange that we’ve facilitated since 2011. Here’s how it works: You sign up to send a small, food-centric gift to a fellow Food52er, we match you with a community member who agrees to do the same, and then you mail each other a box of goodies. If you needed any proof that the world is still filled with kind souls, this is it.
Cookies, preserves, kitchen gadgets, lovely linens, cookbooks, tasty souvenirs from your travels or the farmers market are all fair game to put in your Swap gift—we just ask that your treats be unique and thoughtful (and within the $25 range). If you are sending edible gifts, please also ensure that all food is handled and packaged following proper food safety guidelines and provide a detailed list of ingredients with your gift to help your Swapper avoid any potential allergens. (Be sure to read our FAQ below before signing up!)