One of the questions we're asked surprisingly often is:
"Are your gift baskets perishable?"
The short answer?
No.
At VancouverGiftBaskets.com, we carefully select products that are shelf-stable and designed specifically for gifting. This means your recipient does not need to be home when the gift arrives and they don't need to rush to refrigerate it immediately.
Many people are surprised to learn that products such as:
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Naturally cured salami
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Wild smoked salmon
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Imported brie cheese
- Artisan chocolates
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Nuts and snack mixes
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Specialty preserves and spreads
are all packaged in a way that allows them to remain fresh and stable until opened.
What Happens If My Recipient Isn't Home?
This is one of the biggest advantages of gourmet gift baskets and gift boxes.
Whether you're sending a gift across Vancouver, elsewhere in British Columbia, or across Canada, you can feel confident knowing the contents are designed to withstand normal shipping and delivery conditions.
Your recipient can receive their gift at home, at the office, at a hotel, or even during a conference or event without worrying about immediate refrigeration.
How Long Will the Products Stay Fresh?
We maintain strict quality standards for every gift we create.
As a general guideline, we ensure products included in our gift baskets have ample shelf life remaining at the time of assembly. In fact, our policy is that products must have at least four weeks remaining before their best-before date, although many products have several months of shelf life remaining.
Of course, once a package is opened, the manufacturer's storage recommendations should be followed.
Why Don't You Use Refrigerated Products?
Simply put, reliability.
Our goal is to create gifts that arrive beautifully, safely, and in perfect condition. By selecting premium shelf-stable products, we eliminate many of the challenges associated with refrigerated shipping while still providing an exceptional gifting experience.
This allows us to confidently deliver gifts to homes, offices, hotels, conference venues, and businesses throughout Vancouver and beyond.
Send with Confidence
Whether you're sending a corporate gift, a thank-you gift, a sympathy basket, or a gourmet gift basket just because, you can rest assured that the contents are carefully selected to arrive fresh, safe, and ready to enjoy.
If you're ever unsure about a specific product or gift basket, we're always happy to answer questions before you place your order.
Smiles,
Carole
Other questions answered:
Can gift baskets be left outside?
Most of our gift baskets can safely be left for a reasonable period during delivery. Weather conditions may vary, so we always recommend bringing gifts indoors as soon as possible.
Do gift baskets need refrigeration?
No. The products included in our gift baskets are shelf-stable until opened.
Can I send a gift basket to an office or hotel?
Absolutely. We regularly deliver to offices, hotels, conference venues, and residences throughout Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.