Christmas gift ideas :

The best local Côte d'Azur products to give as gifts

For your Christmas presents, go for authenticity! From iconic local products to new artisanal nuggets, the Côte d’Azur is under the tree with a local selection that’s as sunny as it is inspired.

Scented gifts

Sun-drenched fragrances from the Côte d’Azur to make Christmas special

The House of Fragonard, an institution of Grasse perfumery that will celebrate its centenary in 2026, extends this olfactory immersion with its jasmine toilet waters, its soaps delicately scented with mimosa, its diffusers with the emblematic floral notes of rose or its verbena hand cream. Precious attentions that are both refined and timeless.

With their elegant fragrances of tuberose, jasmine, mimosa and orange blossom, Aqui d’Aïa ‘s handmade candles are the perfect gift to slip under the Christmas tree. Each creation exudes a soothing atmosphere, perfect for setting the mood for the festive season. For over 25 years, this company based in the Haut-Var region of France has been combining tradition, innovation and local ingredients.

Decorative gift ideas

The elegant art of living on the Côte d’Azur as a Christmas gift

Giving a book at Christmas is a sure-fire way to please with a gift that’s both cultural and inspirational. Especially if it’s about the Côte d’Azur!Eric Garence‘s illustrations, with their retro charm and bright colours, evoke a cheerful, timeless and sunny Côte d’Azur. His book La Côte d’Azur d’Eric Garence, published by Giletta, will delight all lovers of the French Riviera.

A veritable Proust’s Madeleine, Martine’s adventures have been passed down through the generations, and are still shared by parents and children today. After accompanying millions of readers around the world, she is now continuing her adventures on the Côte d’Azur, discovering the region’s most emblematic places!

The book Martine sur la Côte d’Azur is a great gift idea for young readers, both fun and sweet. Available in French or English, the book is a fun way to discover the region… and even to take your first steps in English! A timeless classic to slip under the Christmas tree, from Casterman.

As for Maison Barbier, experts in the art of the table for 100 years, they are also celebrating the colours of the Côte d’Azur with an exclusive collection. Bowls, salad bowls, glassware, placemats, iconic mugs, mango wood trays… each piece reveals the elegant craftsmanship of this historic establishment.

Gourmet Christmas gifts

The emblematic flavours of the Côte d’Azur

Under the southern sun, Confiserie Florian has been sublimating the treasures of the Côte d’Azur since 1921. Calissons, chocolate olives, candied flowers, candied citrus fruits… so many traditional sweets to savour. One of the new products is the Côte d’Azur France calissons, which celebrate the art of living on the Côte d’Azur in a gift box designed as much for giving as for savouring. The famous calisson has been reinvented with flavours of almonds, melon and orange peel, making it a must-have gift!

Another new product: Château de Crémat unveils its first all-flower honey bearing the Côte d’Azur France label. Harvested on the estate itself, in the heart of the vineyards, it captures Mediterranean biodiversity in a luminous setting designed by Eric Garence. A delicate, refined new product that’s already a must-have. A rare gift, both authentic and terribly elegant.

Biscuiterie d’Azur, meanwhile, is reinventing its classics with magnificent new boxes, more generous and more graphic, adorned with the emblematic landscapes of the Côte d’Azur. Lemon and orange blossompalets are adorned with sunny illustrations. The perfect way to add a little sunshine to your festive season! New for 2025, mugs filled with crunchy lemon palets are becoming a must-have for gourmet breaks!

At Choco Mon Amour, in Nice, chocolate and local treasures go hand in hand. Rancio, Lérina verte, orange wine, Menton lemon liqueur… combine with ganaches and chocolates. Citrus fruit mendiants and Côte d’Azur flavoured tablets become veritable “tableaux à croquer”, a gourmet tribute to the Mediterranean landscape.

Local products for Christmas

Exceptional boxes to slip under the tree

Roasted the old-fashioned way in Carros, Malongo coffees reveal luminous aromas with subtle notes of citrus fruit and flowers. Presented in elegant boxes in the colours of the Côte d’Azur, they will win over lovers of exceptional coffees with their balance, roundness and long finish. This year, you’ll love the exclusive box of Malongo & Côte d’Azur France pods, so you can savour the Côte d’Azur in every cup!

In the hills of Nice, Domaine de la Source has created an exclusive Côte d’Azur France cuvée, made from demanding organic grapes. This intense ruby red, a subtle blend of Folle Noire and Braquet grapes, is an elegant accompaniment to any festive meal, from refined meats to distinctive cheeses.

Nestling in the heart of the mountains, the Brasserie du Comté offers traditional lemonades with fine, delicate bubbles, as well as a white beer with fresh notes of lemon and bergamot. These are authentic drinks, made from pure water from the Mercantour mountains and 100% organic, designed to prolong the spirit of conviviality typical of large gatherings.

Maison Gannac, meanwhile, is offering two brand new boxes devoted to Citron de Menton IGP. The first features a spread subtly combining the sweetness of hazelnuts with the freshness of lemon. The second unveils a gourmet composition combining an award-winning organic limoncello, a lemon jam and an intensely flavoured creamy spread. Two distinct jewel cases, conceived as genuine tributes to the Menton region, capturing the sunshine of the Côte d’Azur in every bite. New for 2025, limoncello is now available in individual bottles. Enjoy it chilled for even more pleasure!

A true icon of the Nice aperitif, Socca Chips® revisits tradition in a crunchy, resolutely contemporary version. You’ll love theunlimited Côte d’Azur France edition or the pocket edition, which makes a gift that’s as tasty as it is festive, and immediately evokes the soul of Nice! Limited editions with colourful illustrations celebrating the emblematic places of the Côte d’Azur capital.

Maison Alziari, which has been based in Nice since 1868, produces exceptional PDO Nice olive oils, the fruit of generations of family know-how. Its gift box, comprising a can ofPDO Nice olive oil and a jar ofPDO Nice olives, is the ideal local gift idea for end-of-year tables.

Founded in Menton in 1896,Huilerie Saint-Michel, for its part, has been perpetuating a tradition of artisanal excellence for four generations. Its signature creation,Menton lemon olive oil, created by chef Mauro Colagreco, offers a refined taste experience and makes an exceptional gift for food lovers.

Last but not least, Pavillon Traiteur has come up with a gastronomic extravaganza based on the flavours of the Côte d’Azur. From the freshness of a sea bream ceviche to the tenderness of a veal saltimbocca with sage and prosciutto accompanied by panisses fries, not forgetting the lightness of vanilla cabbage, the Côte d’Azur caterer offers a festive cuisine designed as a tribute to the generosity of the land and the elegance of shared moments.

Proudly rooted in the luminous land of the Côte d’Azur, the 18 Côte d’Azur France licensees unveil unique creations, crafted with passion and exacting standards. With a blend of authenticity and boldness, they are reinventing the art of gift-giving and transforming the festive season into a sensory voyage, where each fragrance, texture and flavour tells the story of the soul of an exceptional region. A Christmas full of elegance, softness and the inimitable spirit of the Côte d’Azur!