subject: Debunking Myths About Gift Baskets [print this page] Gift baskets are one of America's most popular gift items. Despite the fact they are universally loved, they are dogged by a few misconceptions. Let's discuss and ultimately debunk these myths.
One of the biggest qualms people have with giving a gift basket is the diet issue. For obvious reasons, many people hesitate to send a gift basket to someone who is trying to lose weight. Although there is some logic to this, it is ultimately misguided. You can have a spa gift basket delivered. A spa gift basket will contain lotions, soaps, shampoos, bath salts and a host of other things the recipients can use to pamper themselves. You can also opt for a kosher gift basket of fruits and nuts. These healthy, diet-friendly snacks will certainly aid the recipients in their diet.
Another issues I hear tossed around in regard to gift baskets is permanence. Sure gift baskets are great, but once the food is gone, is the gift gone? Such is not necessarily the case. The gift is remembered, but with a unique gift basket you can get even more lasting power out of your gift. Some gift basket come with candy dishes and other ceramic items. The dishes come full of treats and when those treats are gone the recipient can refill. The beautiful ceramic dish remains as a token of appreciation and a reminder of the good deed you carried out.
People are consistently misinformed about the contents of gifts baskets. Although many gourmet gift baskets make use of dry foods, like chocolate covered pretzels, dried fruit and cookies, you can also opt for baked goods. Danishes, cakes, tarts and other baked treats can all be included in a gift basket. They are baked to ensure freshness and arrive tasting as good as the day they left the oven. If the recipient's sweet tooth happens to be for cakes and pies as opposed to cookies and fruits, you can still give him an incredible and unique gift basket.
The last concern I want to assuage is the misconception gift baskets are generic. Give baskets are customizable and suitable for most any occasion. You choose what you want in the basket, so really the gift is very personal. Granted, you can't really go wrong when choosing from an extensive list of sweet treats! Father's day gift baskets, birthday baskets, Purim baskets, there is a basket for any occasion. Which will you choose?
