Gourmet gift baskets make a wonderful gift any time of the year but are especially welcome around the holidays. Don't know what to give someone or short on time? Almost everyone loves and appreciates the gift of food. It's hard to go wrong. There are thousands of gift basket companies, a few good ones and a lot of not so good ones. Here are some of my favorite companies that are reliable, feature high quality gourmet foods, and have good customer service.
One of my favorite companies for buying all sorts of gourmet foods, iGourmet has a wonderful assortment of gift baskets to fit any budget. Lots of delicacies from around the world. High quality products and excellent service.
In business for over 70 years, Harry & David is a wonderful company with very affordable gourmet baskets and treats. The cakes, cookies, and chocolates are made right there and most of the fruit they sell comes from their own orchards. Huge selection.
The premier place for buying gourmet foods, Dean & Deluca has a wonderful selection of gift baskets, care packages, and other gift assortments. Only the very best of gourmet foods are used. Offered in a variety of prices (many under $50), these delectable gifts are available to everyone.
Fill-r-up is a customized gift basket service and retail store located in Manhattan (197 East 76th Street). Amanda Poses and her team of gift experts have created a brilliant collection of creative and unique gift baskets. Very reasonably priced.
A taste of New York! In business for over 70 years, Zabar's has wonderful gift baskets and boxes featuring some of their best products. Choose from gifts featuring chewy New York bagels, artisan cheeses, homemade babka and rugelach, smoked salmon, chocolates and other sweets, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and other great gourmet treats.
The quintessential gift basket full of fruit. All fruit is not created equal, however. The Fruit Company is an Oregon company in business for over 65 years. Very affordable, their gift baskets feature the freshest fruits, many accompanied with gourmet cheeses, roasted nuts, sweets, and other delights. The Fruit Company also has a variety of superb desserts and fruit-of-the-month clubs (be sure to check out the exotic fruit club).
Zingerman's is a great place to buy gourmet foods any time! One of my favorite companies, they have a fantastic selection of gift boxes featuring some of their best treats. Artisan cheeses, freshly baked goods, rare oils and vinegars, and more. Sure to please any food lover.
Citarella features truly exquisite gift baskets using only the highest quality luxury foods. Some of these magnificent gourmet gifts include caviar, prosciutto, foie gras, Scottish smoked salmon, sweet soppressata, artisan cheeses, creme fraiche, imported olives, South African peppadew peppers, marinated mushrooms, seasonal fruits, mini-toasts, pumpernickel ficelle, crackers and savory twists, Italian truffle oil, balsamic vinegar, Godiva chocolates, and more.
Earthy Delights is a wonderful Michigan company that specializes in wild-harvested and hand-crafted foods. They have a great selection of gift baskets and collections. Featured gifts include Midwest Artisanal Cheese Sampler, California Artisanal Cheese Sampler, Epicurean Salt Collection, Truffle Lover's Sampler, Artisanal Chocolate Collection, Taste of Spain Gift Basket, Premium Asian Ingredients Basket, Olive Lovers Delight, and much more.
Balducci's Market has a wide selection of gift baskets filled with delicious treats: chocolates and pastries, sauces, sausages, preserves and dips, and lots of other great foods perfect for snacking.
