A gift basket, or fruit basket is typically a gift that is delivered to the recipient at their home or workplace. There are different varieties of gift baskets, some which have fruit only, some with dry/canned goods only (such as tea, crackers and jam) although the standard gift basket will have have a selection of both. Gourmet gift baskets are very similar to the standard gift basket, although it will include more unusual/high end fruit, and often will have good quality cheese and wine included.Sometimes a gift basket will have themes, such as Christmas, graduation, birthday, anniversary, baby shower, housewarming and Valentine's Day. Often a basket will be made to suit the recipients' needs, such as diabetic, vegan/vegetarian, gluten intolerance. Gift Baskets do not need to include food and drink, although it is the most standard practice.

When most people think of the phrase Italian food and wine it gives them an instant thought of gourmet types of food and pricey wines. This combination is also used often with gift basket for many occasions.

“Paper or plastic?” is soon to be a question of the past at our stores. When you come to shop, bring any bags you have on hand. Really, any bag will do – old, new, paper, plastic, fabric, even backpacks or woven baskets! You’ll feel good about helping our environment and we’ll even give you a refund of at least 5 cents per bag.

Hello seafood lovers! Lick your lips and tie your bibs because this restaurant deserves more than written praise. You must try this delicious food for yourself. The Ocean Basket Restaurant in Port Elizabeth is not only a well priced establishment but it’s laid back atmosphere suits it’s menu.

Place your mustard and ketchup turrets correctly to prevent the bugs from getting off with your food. Those bastards!

Sending the perfect Christmas business gift baskets isn’t rocket science. Of course, you want to do your best and try and please everyone, so what do you do? Here’s 5 easy steps to ensuring your holiday food gift baskets are a huge success.