14 Edible Advent Calendars for the Tastiest Christmas Countdown

Updated on November 17, 2017 by Brent Furdyk

Advent calendars have come a long way since us old folks were in our prime — and, in fact, many of them aren't even for kids anymore. Check out these 14 fun, foodie advent calendars featuring everything from chocolate and candy to wine and gin that will ensure your countdown to Christmas is absolutely delicious.

Hudson's Bay

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Hudson's Bay Company Musical Advent Calendar

This charming advent calendar from The Bay pairs chocolate and music for a winning combination of milk chocolate caramels and a wind-up music box that plays "Jingle Bells." $50, Available from <a href="http://www.thebay.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/en/thebay/musical-advent-calendar-0600089322439--24" rel="noopener" target="_blank">The Bay</a>.
David's Tea

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David's Tea 24 Days of Tea

Tea lovers will be thrilled by the annual offering from David's Teas, with each tiny door opening to reveal a single serving of a different unique tea blend — "plus a little something extra to open whenever you want." Enjoy such seasonal tea varieties as Candy Cane Crush, Caramel Shortbread, Santa’s Secret, Sleigh Ride and many more. $45, Available from <a href="https://www.davidstea.com/ca_en/24-days-of-tea-holiday?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIiqHHnvu71wIVz2B-Ch16IAwpEAQYAiABEgIH6fD_BwE" rel="noopener" target="_blank">David's Tea</a>.
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Purdy's Chocolates Bright Lights Advent Calendar

Vancouver-based Purdy's Chocolates is back with a brand new version of its always-popular advent calendar, with each "drawer" containing a tasty chocolate treat, including such holiday delights as a solid milk chocolate Santa Claus or Snowman, a Mini Salted Caramel, a Cookie Crunch Bell or a solid chocolate Bell in, all crafted from 100 per cent sustainable cocoa. $25, Available from <a href="https://www.purdys.com/Bright-Lights-Advent-Calendar" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Purdy's Chocolatier</a>.
Central City Brewing

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Great White Wonder Adventure Pack

Based in British Columbia, Central City Brewing offers a beer-based advent "24 days of delicious craft beers. From fruit flavour infusions to barrel aged beers and winter refreshments, the Great White Wonder Adventure Pack has something to please just about everyone. Available from <a href="http://centralcitybrewing.com/product/great-white-wonder-adventure-pack/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Central City Brewing</a>.
Biscuiteers

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Biscuiteers Advent Calendar by Susie Watson

Biscuiteers, based in London, England, offers a gorgeous handcrafted cloth advent calendar with 24 pockets to filled with delicious handmade biscuits, including cookie candy canes, snowmen and the popular Santa Jolly Ginger — and yes, they ship to Canada! $101, Available from <a href="https://www.biscuiteers.com/biscuits/advent-cloth-calender-420" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Biscuiteers</a>.
Man Crates

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Man Crates Beef Jerky Advent Calendar

Fill your holidays with the flavourful, chewy deliciousness of beef jerky, courtesy of this specialty advent calendar that combines sweet and savoury by offering an array of jerky (including such flavours as Root Beer Habanero, spicy Ghost Pepper, Whiskey Maple and Japanese Sesame) along with single-malt Scotch caramels, eggnog taffy and peppermint nougat. $50, Available from <a href="http://www.mancrates.com/store/products/jerky-advent-calendar" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Man Crates</a>.
Godiva

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Godiva's Holiday Chocolate Advent Calendar

Lovers of high-end chocolate will be thrilled to count down the days until Christmas with this luxurious advent calendar from Godiva, including such seasonal treats as seasonal shapes a jolly chocolate Santa, wintry Penguin and festive Snowman. $25, Available from <a href="http://www.godiva.com/chocolate-advent-calendar/12257.html" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Godiva</a>.
New District

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2017 Wine Advent Calendar

Vancouver-based New District is back with its annual wine advent calendar, this year's offering boasts "24 full-sized bottles of enticing local and international selections, hand-picked by our Director of Wine, DJ Kearney," including "sensational reds, stylish whites, and festive sparkling wines representing nine countries — from fireside sippers to premium showstoppers." $499, Available from <a href="https://newdistrict.ca/adventcalendar" rel="noopener" target="_blank">New District</a>.
Divine Chocolate

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Divine Milk Chocolate Advent Calendar

Divine Chocolate offers a delicious advent calendar full of chocolate treats — and the opportunity to do some good in the world, as 5 per cent of the profits go to funding empowerment initiatives for the female cocoa farmers of Kuapa Kokoo in Ghana. Plus, all their chocolates are suitable for vegetarians! $8, Available from <a href="http://shop.divinechocolateusa.com/Milk-Chocolate-Advent-Calendar/p/DIV-001071&c=DivineChocolate@Christmas" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Divine Chocolate</a>.
Vermont Nut-Free Chocolates

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Vermont Nut-Free Chocolates Advent Calendar

There's no reason someone with a nut allergy shouldn't be able to enjoy the delights of a chocolate-filled advent calendar, and this advent calendar features nut-free treats that are guaranteed to be free of cross-contamination. $14,50, Available from <a href="https://store.vermontnutfree.com/Advent-Calendar/productinfo/4-1288/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Vermont Nut-Free Chocolates</a>.
No Whey! Foods

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No Whey! Foods Vegan Advent Calendar

Guaranteed to be dairy-free, gluten-free, egg-free, peanut-free, soy-free and tree nut-free, the chocolates in this charming advent calendar from No Whey! Foods delivers the perfect way to count down to the Christmas without having to worry about food allergies. $20, Available from <a href="http://www.nowheychocolate.com/Milk_Free_Nut_Free_Gluten_Free_p/advent-calendar-vegan.htm" rel="noopener" target="_blank">No Whey! Foods</a>.
KaffeBox

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Kaffebox Specialty Coffee Advent Calendar

If coffee is more your thing, then Norway-based KaffeBox (which offers free worldwide shipping) offers an eye-opening array of 24 specialty coffees from Scandinavia's top coffee roasters, packaged in an attractive advent calendar guaranteed to get your heart racing! $221, Available from <a href="http://www.kaffebox.no/scandinavian-specialty-coffee-advent-calendar/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">KaffeBox</a>.
The Snaffling Pig Co.

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The Snaffling Pig Company's Pork Crackling Advent Calendar

Enjoy pigging out with these savoury pork cracklings from the U.K.-based Snaffling Pig Co., featuring 24 bags of their signature crispy treats, including such flavours as Pigs In Blankets, Low & Slow BBQ, Maple, Black Pepper & Sea Salt, Salt & Vinegar and Perfectly Salted. $29, Available from <a href="https://www.snafflingpig.co.uk/products/pork-crackling-scratching-advent-calendar" rel="noopener" target="_blank">The Snaffling Pig Co.</a>
Falvai Creative

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Dog Treat Advent Calendar

Who says our four-legged friends can't enjoy counting down to Christmas? That's the thinking behind this barking-good advent calendar featuring a variety of dog treats in three flavours: organic grass-fed beef, wild sustainable Pacific salmon and natural peanut butter. "The treats are made in partnership with Nanaimo, B.C.-based company Kali Wags which stands behind their motto: Even fussy dogs love these!" $40, Available from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/558874381/dog-treat-advent-calendar">Falvai Creative (via Etsy.com)</a>.
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