OT: Best gift for client

[sidmand]

Usually I give my clients Dale and Thomas popcorn. Everyone has really enjoyed it but every year ordering from their site becomes a huge hassle for some reason. I can't get something or the other to work so this year I've decided to give up!

And this year I really only have one client to send something to (in the past there have been a few)...one client but multiple people in the department. I like the idea of food but don't want it to be chocolate or cookies. I realize Dale and Thomas popcorn wasn't exactly healthy but I liked that it was something slightly different and in my mind it was slightly better than just cookies (I figure everyone probably has a ton of junk during the holidays anyway!).

I like Dancing Deer but it looks like it's only cookies. And I've done the Popcorn Factory before but it's always seemed awfully pricey for what you get. And Wine Country gift baskets has some cute things but nothing jumps out at me.

One year I went on ebates to find who was giving the highest percentage back (which is how I think I ended up with Dale and Thomas to begin with).

I'm looking to spend about $100.

Any suggestions?

[crl]

Edible Arrangements?

[misshollygolightly]

I love ordering food and gift baskets from Zingerman's.

For about $100 you could get two orders of their amazing cinnamon rolls (and maybe have a little $ left after shipping): http://www.zingermans.com/Product.aspx?ProductID=G-CIN

Or, for roughly the same amount, get a gift basket of three to-die-for coffeecakes: http://www.zingermans.com/Product.aspx?ProductID=G-NC3

They have lots of other things, but these stand out to me

[MMEand1]

It may be too late to order from this company, but maybe for next year?

Anyway, they have "Chippers" - chocolate covered potato chips. The first time I heard about them, I was not interested at all, but after having a company send us some a few years ago at work, I became a HUGE fan!!! They really are good! Perhaps you could call them and see if it's not too late for an order...just a thought.

http://www.carolwidmanscandy.com/products.htm

[mamicka]

Wolfermans. Always a hit.

Also, apples from... I can't remember where. I'll try to find it & update when I do. I've gotten rave reviews from those.

[infomama]

How about something from www.foodzie.com. Perhaps local to where the clients are would be a nice touch.

[mrshalco]

I was going to suggest Wolfermans as well! I've always wanted to try them after seeing them in a catalog. I was lucky enough to find them at BJ's one time. We loaded up on them and they were FANTASTIC!! Who doesn't like english muffins?!?!?

[billysmommy]

We usually do the Harry & David pears for the physicians we work with and we've done the 3 or 6 month fruit of the month clubs for the ones we work very closely with. Its always been a big hit

[hellokitty]

Another vote for wolfermann's and zingerman's.

[bnme]

Another vote for Wolfermann's. Love the scones, especially cinnamon and cranberry orange. And so many english muffins to choose from. It's my go-to ship gift. I've also sent Dancing Deer and Zingermans.

[MommyofAmaya]

Not healthy at all, but I would LOVE if somebody surprised me with these:

http://www.sugardaddys.com/

[sidmand]

Thanks everyone.

I've had Wolfermans. I like that idea. I'll check it out.

[kijip]

Fruit and/or sweets from Harry and David. They are simply amazing and great. There are a number of things you could do from them for $100.

[babystuffbuff]

I love ordering food and gift baskets from Zingerman's.



Another vote for wolfermann's and zingerman's.


I've also sent Dancing Deer and Zingermans.

I just have to say that as an Ann Arbor native and U of M grad, it makes me smile to see the place I remember as our little local deli getting so many recommendations. :)

[smiles33]

Even though you said no chocolate, I thought I'd mention how we love Fairytale Brownies (http://www.brownies.com/).

This Holiday Tower looks nice and offers a good variety for only $49.95:

http://www.brownies.com/images/pdetails/p5691b.jpg

[sidmand]

Okay, that's making me hungry!

Personally I love the idea of chocolate but I know how much I get at the holidays and just wanted something a little different to stand out.

[vonfirmath]

When I was in Washington (state), one company always sent apples. (something local) Do you have something like that your area is known for locally?

Otherwise, I love the Pecan treats at http://www.riverstreetsweets.com/CategoryDetail.aspx?CategoryID=2199 -- River Street Sweets ESP their Glazed Pecans!