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The Vancouver Gift Baskets Blog is a great destination to check in on seasonal gift suggestions & ideas. Giving protocols as well as company updates and industry insights. Check in regularly for gift giving suggestions, celebration tips and international gifting protocols.

NO go’s for Chinese New Year

As we approach, Chinese New Years and celebrate the Year of the Rooster, I wanted to pop into the blog and remind you about some etiquette around gift giving. What NOT to give as gifts during Chinese New Year! 1. Sharp Objects — Cut Off Relationship While still a lovely housewarming or wedding shower gift, a gorgeous Cutco carving knife set is not ideal for Chinese New year. Giving somebody a ... Read More

Delivery Delays due to Snow

Sadly, gift basket deliveries and snow don't mix... and we are looking at alot of both this week. ALL gift baskets ordered for delivery this week are ready for pick up right now and our courier drivers have the list of gifts needing to go each day. Unfortunately not all gifts will be received on the dates requested as many parts of the Lower Mainland are not accessible including Burnaby, ... Read More

Delivery Update & Cart Closure

Sadly we were just informed by our courier company, after of almost 10yrs together, that they are not able to keep up with the volume of our deliveries and everything scheduled to go Thursday and Friday (15th & 16th) will need to go next week 'sometime'. Therefore, I am so sorry to say that we need to close the site and our doors 10 full days before Christmas, which usually includes our 3 ... Read More

Kitchenings & Co. – Vancouver Artisan Maker

KITCHENING & CO. They are a small, family-run wholesale bakery that cares - about the use of good, whole foods, the community they live in, and the people they work with. They are always working on improving our craft, and our desire is to create for you the best macarons you’ve ever had & handcrafted using all natural colours and flavours. So delicious but these are my ... Read More

Santa’s Cookie Jar Wishes SOLD OUT

We have our first SOLD OUT design of the holiday season. It happens every year, but that doesn't mean it stings any less. Santa's Cookie Jar Wishes was very popular from the moment it was listed and sadly this morning we sold the last one for 2016. Naturally, I have tried to get more jars but our supplier and their manufacturer is completely Sold Out. I am so sorry to disappoint you, if ... Read More

Cookie it up! Canadian Baker

Cookie it Up! And their story and beginning... Paige Sillcox took an entrepreneurial approach to finding a summer job between her spring and fall sessions at York University in 1983. From her love of cookies came the belief that cookies could be better than what was commercially available, so she launched Cookie It Up when she was only 21 years old. Equipped with two of her grandmother’s most ... Read More

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kimberly wintemute

18:49 03 Oct 24

Wonderful experience! Carole was flexible in making a custom basket for my... dad’s 80th. She even included a gift card for his favorite restaurant, army request. And he was truly delighted with the collection of gifts!read more

Diane

20:58 18 Sep 24

After having a "disappointing" experience with another company I found Carole... at Vancouver Gift Baskets...She was super quick to respond and kindly helped me to get a "Bubbly" Gift Basket selected and delivered with speedy efficiency. My daughter and new son-in-law really were also equally impressed. We would absolutely recommend Vancouver Gift Baskets to everyoneread more

Lexi Burton

17:20 16 Sep 24

Had an absolutely amazing experience with Vancouver Gift Baskets! I had to send... a last-minute basket for someone’s birthday and Julie reached out asking if I needed to send earlier. The recipient got the basket on the day of their birthday thanks to her thoughtfulness. The recipient loved their basket!! Would highly recommend and would use again.read more

Stephanie Cole

20:22 13 Aug 24

Wonderful service! I had to make sure my gift basket was gluten free, and that... was handled with no problems. The customer service was great! And the recipients reported that they loved the gift! I highly recommend.read more

Anna Smith

17:11 29 Jul 24

Vancouver Gift Baskets (Carole) consistently provides outstanding gift baskets... and exceptional service. Their beautifully presented, high-quality gift items make them our top choice for gift orders.Thank you,AnnaRE/MAX Crest Realtyread more

Jeffrey Wang

16:25 13 Jun 24

Quality products as advertised and delivered quickly. Would order gifts from... them againread more

Montana Adlington

21:46 05 Jun 24

Amazing service from start to finish. I had specific requirements that they... accommodated with no hesitation. I look forward to ordering from Vancouver Gift Baskets in the future.read more

Christina Joe

21:27 05 Jun 24

I've recently ordered a couple baskets for clients and the service and product... was great! Carol & Julie responded so quickly when I had questions, were able to customize the baskets with no problem, and even rushed one so that I could personally deliver to my client (which I wanted to do). Thanks ladies!read more

Deepti D

17:16 21 May 24

Great service. Very communicative and on time delivery.

Courtney L.

19:21 18 Apr 24

Very organized company, they take care of everything making such a seamless... process. I would highly recommend them! Very lovely to partner with!read more

Breanne Epoch

23:24 15 Apr 24

At my work, I get the fun task of organizing client gifts. I discovered... Vancouver Gift Baskets during a search when I was looking for a gift and was immediately drawn to the local flavours and items they incorporate in their baskets. I have now ordered a number of baskets because I am getting the most wonderful reviews from our clients, they absolutely love them! They are so beautiful, support local, and I really like how I can customize them to suit the client. Additionally, the customer service is 10/10, they go above and beyond. I am very grateful to Carole and her team, and I look forward to continuing to support the business. Thank you!read more

R P

03:36 26 Mar 24

My husband ordered for next day delivery and the owner delivered 5 days later... with excuses they were closed for 2 days (no mention of this on the website).No refund for the next day delivery was given even after it was pointed out to her, she just ignored the e-mail with no follow up and kept the extra money he paid for next day delivery!Good gift baskets but horrible business practices.read more

Teo Elsmore

20:57 10 Jan 24

Extremely professional, quality service and expedient. Especially when dealing... with higher profile clients. Would recommend to anyone looking to go with these folks!read more

Glynnis Rengger

23:04 09 Jan 24

What an amazing team! Went beyond the call of duty with my very late request... and made some magic happen. Cannot thank you enough or recommend you enough. Brilliant everything!read more

Travis Andres

23:20 05 Jan 24

Needed 2 gift baskets for same-day delivery and Carole made it happen!Great... experience, since I’m out of town Carole made it super easy to get my order done.Beautiful gift baskets and great service.read more

Charlene King

20:39 22 Dec 23

We are so thankful that during this busy time of the year they expedited our... order for a Sympathy Bouquet to give to family who had suffered loss. They have a wonderful selection of baskets to choose from.read more

Linda Clark

14:21 22 Dec 23

I have been purchasing gift baskets from Vancouver Gift Baskets for several... years and find them to be beyond reproach. Quality of product is outstanding and the service is beyond expectation. They are quick to answer emails, very accommodating, and will customize baskets at request. I will definitely continue to order from Vancouver Gift Baskets and recommend them highly.read more

Yuni Liu

16:52 06 Nov 23

I had a wonderful experience purchasing a custom gift basket. Julie and Carole... were great to communicate with and they were able to put something together that was within my budget and it was delivered on time. Would recommend for someone looking to support a local business!read more

Sonya Melim

15:08 12 Mar 23

One of my very good friends suffered a loss and there was no option for flower... delivery in the area of northern BC - Vancouver Gift Baskets were able to put a lovely gift basket together and has it delivered in days. I appreciated the time and care they took to ensure it was a gesture of care for my friend in her time of need. Much appreciated!read more

Sheri Juby

09:14 09 Dec 20

I have been extremely fortunate to have received several amazing gift baskets... this past year from Vancouver Gift Baskets! I can't say enough about the wonderful presentation of each basket, the high quality of the delectable treats in each one and that almost all of the products are from local Canadian companies. Anyone who receives a gift basket from Vancouver Gift Baskets will be truly impressed!! They have lots of options to suit any occasion, you can't go wrong!read more

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