Dive into the festive spirit with Woolworths’ delightful Christmas offerings that promise to make this holiday season extraordinary. We’re shining a spotlight on the sold-out sensation from 2022 making a triumphant return – the Christmas Smash Cake. A viral sensation on TikTok, this limited-edition creation is set to fly off shelves again. Woolworths also unveils the DIY Gingerbread House, a fun and festive treat complete with pipe-able icing and decorative options for a personalised touch. But the sweetness doesn’t stop there – enter Whittaker’s limited edition Candy Cane Block, a perfect blend of Five Roll Refined Creamy Milk chocolate and peppermint candy cane pieces and, if you’re looking for wine inspiration, there’s the great range of Brown Brothers Wines.
Smash, don’t pass. This viral Christmas cake has just landed in NZ
Rolling pins at the ready! Have your cake and smash it too this silly season, with Woolworths (Countdown) most highly anticipated Christmas item yet.

The supermarket’s limited-edition Christmas Smash Cake sold out in 2022 and is expected to fly off shelves again this year.
Designed to bring a little moment of magic to young and old alike, the festive favourite has gone viral on TikTok and is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleasing centrepiece this Christmas.
Simply crack open the solid chocolate dome to reveal layers of rich chocolate sponge and buttercream, topped with an assortment of scrumptious sweets. Then slice, slice baby – it can be shared with up to 26 people, making it an affordable treat at just under $2 per serve.
For something with sugar, spice and everything nice, Woolworths (Countdown) has also just released a DIY Gingerbread House that is as fun as it is festive. The kit comes complete with pipe-able icing and a variety of decorations, allowing you to customise your creation to your heart’s content.

Celebrate with Whittaker’s Cocoa Pods and new Candy Cane Block


Whittaker’s new limited edition Candy Cane 250g Block is the perfect way to get in the Christmas spirit this year. Featuring a delicious festive flavour, it is the ideal treat for your favourite teacher, neighbour, co-worker, or even just to treat yourself.
Whittaker’s Candy Cane Block is crafted using its classic 33% Five Roll Refined Creamy Milk chocolate with generous peppermint candy cane pieces throughout, for the perfect balance of texture and flavour.
The block comes in bright and colourful packaging with a gift label on the front for including a personal message It’s packaging means you don’t even need to wrap it – just write on the gift label – making it the perfect gift if you’re pushed for time.
There’s also the Whittaker’s Cocoa Pods® – the premium locally made chocolates are available in a box or a pouch. With a 33% cocoa Five Roll Refined Creamy Milk chocolate shell and a decadent filling of silky-smooth hazelnut gianduja, they are made with the finest ingredients and crafted into an elegant shape resembling a natural cocoa pod. Each individually wrapped serve is a generous 12.5g, designed to be enjoyed in two indulgent bites.
Like all Whittaker’s chocolate, Whittaker’s Candy Cane Block is made from beans-to-bar at its one factory in Porirua. It is also Rainforest Alliance certified, as is Whittaker’s entire range of products crafted with 100% traceable Ghanaian Cocoa beans.
Sip, Savour, and Celebrate: Discover the Perfect Brown Brothers Wines to Elevate Your Holiday Parties
‘Tis definitely the season for merriment, and what better way to revel in the festive spirit than by hosting a delightful pre-Christmas gathering with friends? At focus HQ, we’ve had the pleasure of sampling a selection of delectable offerings from Brown Brothers Wines and highly recommend you crack open one of their buttery Chardonnay’s, or their Premium Cuvée Rosé, a Patricia Chardonnay, Prosecco or even the award-winning Patricia Shiraz.

Let the clinking of glasses and the warmth of good company make this Christmas truly memorable. From trifles to tarts, meringues to mince pies, cookies to cheese, chocolates to wine and everything in between, you’ll find all these goodies at Woolworths. Cheers to a season filled with taste, togetherness, and great wines!
