Easter Food Guide: From Chocolate Eggs To Spiral Ham And Back Again!

The Hotel Chocolat Extra-Thick Egg and is designed to be very different from a typical hollow supermarket egg. Instead of a thin shell, it’s deliberately made with a chunky, solid-feeling chocolate casing that gives a noticeable “snap” when you break into it. This innovative brand has the best chocolate eggs on the market—while many companies make eggs thinner, these are intentionally thicker and more substantial, almost like breaking into a chocolate sculpture. As for the cute chocolates on the inside, you’ll love the multi colored and flavored bunnies and eggs. (They’re so adorable that you will actually feel bad about devouring them, but the super creamy Hotel Chocolat chocolate makes the guilt level seem worthwhile, LOL! Each giant egg has about 13 one ounce servings, BTW!) Order here for $45: Hotel Chocolat Extra-Thick Egg.

The Hotel Chocolat Easter Sleekster Chocolate Box is a refined Easter gift that moves away from the traditional single chocolate egg and instead offers a curated box of bite-sized filled chocolates. Inside, you typically get around 30 small “egglets,” each crafted with a chocolate shell and a soft, flavored center. The concept is less about one large indulgence and more about a tasting journey, where each piece delivers a different flavor and texture.What makes the Sleekster distinctive is its variety and flavor profile. The assortment usually includes caramels, pralines, and more inventive fillings like Champagne truffles or cake-inspired centers such as simnel cake, giving it a slightly grown-up, almost dessert-like character. The chocolates blend high-quality cacao with smooth fillings! The chic white box is also a big part of the Sleekster appeal. The box is designed to feel sleek and giftable, with a polished look that makes it suitable for sharing or giving as a more sophisticated Easter treat. Rather than the playful, kid-focused approach of many Easter chocolates, the Sleekster leans toward an adult audience—people who enjoy sampling different flavors, appreciating texture, and treating chocolate more like a luxury confection than a seasonal novelty. Order your 30-piece box here for $40 (it’s on sale from the original price of $50): Hotel Chocolat Easter Sleekster.

Bissinger’s has an amazing array of Easter chocolates (some of them made with adorable vintage molds) but they also have some remarkable “sleeper hits” like their Glacéed Apricots au Chocolat that would be the perfect finishing touch on your Easter dinner table. The Glacéed Apricots au Chocolat are a premium confection like no other. The apricots are typically sourced from California and selected for their flavor and texture. They go through a traditional “glacé” process, where the fruit is slowly preserved in sugar syrup until it becomes tender, slightly translucent, and shelf-stable. After that, each piece is hand-dipped in dark chocolate, creating a layered treat that combines fruit and confectionery craftsmanship. The result is a distinctive texture and flavor experience. Inside, the apricot is soft, chewy, and naturally tart, while the outer chocolate layer is smooth and slightly bitter, usually around 60% cocoa. This contrast gives the candy a balanced taste—sweet but not overwhelming, with a noticeable tang from the fruit. The thin sugary glaze from the candying process adds another subtle layer, making each bite complex compared to standard chocolate-covered fruit. Bissinger’s Glacéed Apricots au Chocolat pair well with tea, dessert wines, or even creamy cheeses, which complement their sweet-tart profile. Order a 12-piece box here for $46: Glaceed Apricots au Chocolat.

Bissinger’s Carrot Cake Petit Fours are a refined, bite-sized dessert made fresh in their bakery by pastry chefs, designed to deliver a classic carrot cake experience in miniature form. Each piece features layers of moist carrot cake paired with rich cream cheese icing, then finished with a smooth white chocolate coating that adds both sweetness and a delicate outer shell. These petits fours are known for their elegant appearance and are often served at teas, gatherings, or special occasions. The ingredients include carrots, cream cheese, spices, and white chocolate, along with standard baking components like flour, eggs, and sugar. Many buyers describe them as “delicious” and visually appealing, noting that the combination of spiced carrot cake and white chocolate coating creates a balanced and memorable flavor. They are especially popular for Easter entertaining, where their small size and decorative finish make them an easy yet impressive dessert option. Order a lovely gift box of 12 here for $40: Carrot Cake Petit Fours.

For Easter 2026, Omaha Steaks has rolled out several meal fabulous package deals and gift baskets. Pictured above is their Omaha Steaks Holiday Spiral Sliced Ham Dinner, a fully cooked, slow‑smoked ham packaged with the traditional trimmings you’d expect for a festive Easter feast. The ham itself arrives pre‑glazed with brown sugar and lightly torched to create a sweet, crunchy crust, while still keeping the interior juicy and tender. Because it’s pre‑cooked and spiral‑sliced, it’s very easy to heat and serve straight from the oven, taking much of the stress out of preparing your holiday meal at home. A flagship option is the Omaha Steaks Complete Easter Dinner, a ready‑to‑heat set that typically includes a variety of proteins, sides, and desserts in one shipment. It’s aimed at families who want a cohesive Easter meal without piecing together each course individually, striking a balance between convenience and celebration. In addition to the complete dinner, Omaha Steaks offers more customizable or upscale choices. The Omaha Steaks Create Your Own Easter Dinner lets you mix and match proteins and sides to suit your table’s tastes, while the Omaha Steaks Easter Roast Bundle focuses on hearty roasted meats—often featuring classic cuts that go well with traditional Easter menus. For those who enjoy grilling or want an assortment with cooking versatility, the Omaha Steaks Grill Master’s Easter Gift Basket gives a selection geared toward outdoor cooking and mixed meals. If you’re thinking about something a bit more special for guests or gifting, Omaha Steaks also highlights baskets like the Omaha Steaks Protein-Packed Easter Gift Basket and the Omaha Steaks Private Reserve Easter Gift Basket, which pack premium cuts and assorted items into gift‑ready presentations. And for larger gatherings, the Omaha Steaks Build Your Own Easter Dinner For 8 and similar bundles provide super customized selections to cover all different tastes. To say that these complete packages help simplify menu planning for Easter meals is an understatement!  For the whole list of Easter offerings including “build your own” bundles, go to Omaha Steaks Easter Packages.

Boarderie’s large Easter dessert board is essentially a holiday-themed version of their signature oversized dessert platter, designed to serve as both a centerpiece and a ready-to-eat spread. It includes 40+ gourmet sweets—such as chocolates, truffles, brownies, macarons, and specialty caramels—arranged on a visually striking layout on a reusable wooden board. It’s a curated mix of premium, small-batch desserts sourced or developed by their culinary team. The large Easter dessert board serves around 10–14 people, and it arrives fully assembled and chilled, so there’s no prep required. One standout feature is the interactive element: there is a “smashable” chocolate box with a small wooden hammer, adding a playful, gift-like experience on top of the food itself. The board is shipped nationwide with insulated packaging to keep everything fresh, and most items can last days—or even weeks—if stored properly, though more delicate pastries are best enjoyed sooner. Overall, the large Easter dessert board is positioned as a premium, convenience-first option for hosting or gifting. At around $249, it’s significantly more expensive than assembling your own dessert spread, but what you’re paying for is the combination of high-end presentation, variety, and zero effort. It’s especially appealing for holidays like Easter where you want something visually impressive and festive without spending hours baking or arranging everything yourself. Be sure to check out Boarderie’s legendary charcuterie boards as well. This Palm Beach based former Shark Tank winner never disappoints in terms of style, taste, or easy prep! Order your Boarderie Large Easter Dessert Board here and totally wow your gifts the easy way: Large Easter Dessert Board.

Every great Easter dinner table needs a solid EVOO to pour over bread, salads and more and Laudemio Frescobaldi is one of the premiere imported olive oils available! This company  has unveiled a new bottle design for 2026, and it arrives Stateside filled with the exceptional Laudemio Frescobaldi 2025 Tuscan harvest. The updated packaging highlights the brand’s continued commitment to quality and authenticity while maintaining its iconic and chic look. A touchstone of Tuscan excellence, Laudemio Frescobaldi is known for its vibrant emerald-green hue and bold, well-balanced flavor profile. It opens with aromas of freshly cut grass, artichoke heart, and green olives, followed by lively bitterness and a peppery finish, making it an ideal finishing oil for nearly any dish or dessert. As more oils using the “Laudemio” name appear on the market, the refreshed packaging further distinguishes the original Laudemio Frescobaldi. The redesign introduces a deep emerald green cap with elegant gold lettering, replacing the bottle’s gold closure, while the iconic Etruscan athlete emblem, along with the Laudemio Frescobaldi name and olive branch insignia, has been enlarged to enhance brand recognition on the shelf. The signature dark green glass remains in place to protect the oil from excess light exposure and preserve its freshness, aroma, and flavor. Laudemio Frescobaldi Extra Virgin Olive Oil (SRP: $39.99) is conveniently available for purchase on Amazon.

Lady M’s Amedei Chocolate Mille Crêpes is a standout interpretation of the classic French‑inspired mille‑crêpes cake that the brand is known for. Instead of traditional sponge layers, this cake is built from 20 hand‑made, ultra‑thin cocoa crêpes, each one rich with real cocoa and stacked with a velvety pastry cream made using Toscano Black 65% chocolate from the prestigious Italian chocolatier Amedei. The cake is finished with delicate chocolate shavings and a glossy chocolate ganache that crowns the top, creating a dessert that’s both visually striking and deeply indulgent for chocolate lovers. What sets the Amedei version apart from Lady M’s regular chocolate offerings is the quality and character of the chocolate used in the cream — Amedei’s Toscano Black originates from Tuscany and is celebrated for its balance between richness and smooth, deep cocoa flavor. When you slice into the cake, you experience a rhythm of textures: the gentle resistance of the cocoa crêpe layers, the creamy richness of the chocolate pastry cream, and a finish that’s lush without being overly heavy. This cake serves roughly 10–14 people in a 9‑inch size, making it an elegant choice for celebrations or as a centerpiece dessert. Be sure to check out Lady M’s many other cake choices perfect for Easter including their Signature Mille Crêpes, Green Tea Mille Crêpes, Strawberry Swirl Mille Crêpes, Dubai Chocolate Mille Crêpes, Earl Grey Mille Crêpes, Pistachio Mille Crêpes, Tiramisu Mille Crêpes and Dassai Blue Mille Crêpes. (Let’s not forget Lady M’s amazing Strawberry Shortcake either!) Order the unforgettable Amedei Chocolate Mille Crêpes here for $115: Amadeus Chocolate Milles Crepes Cake.

What’s an Easter dinner table without a fabulous centerpiece? The legendary Teleflora has a wide range of bouquets and baskets for Easter, designed to bring the colors and freshness of spring into any home. These arrangements are crafted with classic seasonal flowers like lilies, tulips, roses, chrysanthemums and more. Spring bouquets in the collection span vibrant mixed arrangements to themed baskets that fit the Easter mood. Options like the Pop of Springtime Bouquet (featuring pastel colored Easter eggs as pictured above) and Spring Favorites mix bright seasonal blooms that capture the cheerful spirit of the holiday, incorporating soft pastels and lively hues to reflect spring’s arrival. Other popular picks include the highly creative Teleflora’s Floral Buzz Bouquet, which blends orange, lavender and yellow flowers for a whimsical touch, and the Hummingbird Surprise Bouquet with its pleasing pastel palette. Teleflora’s Easter 2026 collection also features tulip‑focused designs, Easter lilies, and floral baskets like the Lavender Meadow Basket Bouquet and Country Basket Blooms that make great centerpieces or gifts. There are also specialty arrangements meant for different tastes and occasions. For example, there are more intricate bouquets like Precious Petals Bouquet and religion inspired arrangements designed with symbolic flowers for those celebrating the spiritual side of the holiday. There are also best‑selling designs such as Pastel Paradise and Bee Sweet, which offer joyful color combinations and unique presentations that suit both gifting and home décor. Whether you’re choosing a bouquet for a loved one or as an accent for an Easter gathering, the range from bold and bright to soft and elegant gives plenty of options. Check out the entire line of Teleflora’s Easter offerings here (by the way, prices generally range from $40 to $110): Easter Flowers, Bouquets And Arrangements.

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