The Perfect Gift Combo for a Hopeless Bachelor

You know that guy in your life who never seems lucky in love.  Certainly you have such a friend; it seems that all of us do.

I probably should warn you in advance that you better be very fond of this friend, because the gift idea that I’m going to offer is a bit on the costly side, although worth every penny.  Maybe it’s your son, or nephew, or uncle or your roommate who just refuses to leave.

Give the present of a romantic dinner with the person of his choice–right there in his home.  Let’s face it, nothing sweeps a potential partner off his or her feet quite like a private, romantic, home made dinner.  Now, the friend I’m thinking of needs all the help he can get in this regard.  Give him specific directions for this.  You know candles, subdued music, the whole thing.

He can begin the evening with the first part of your present, a selection of gourmet cheeses as the first course.  If he is capable of slicing a couple pears or apples, suggest that as well.  This course can actually be a nice appetizer, before they are actually seated at the dining table.

The second course should be a fine, gourmet lobster dinner or perhaps a surf and turf meal, if he is a beef fan.  Since this man needs so much help, you will want to be certain that the lobster is as fresh as possible.

Tell him to cap off the evening with a magnificent, gourmet turtle cheesecake.  Or, if he does not like chocolate, then select the more traditional New York cheesecake, decorated with a sprig of fresh mint.

If he drinks alcoholic beverages, do not trust him to choose the wine for the dinner.  Lobster is very hearty fare, so don’t be afraid to suggest he pair it with a bold wine such as a Merlot or even a Burgundy.

Now, sit back and wait for the eventually arriving wedding invitation.  If it doesn’t arrive within six months, just find another friend.  That will be much easier.

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Gourmet Meal Delivery: Understand This

Maybe gourmet food isn’t something that you are used to. You might wonder where some of the ideas come from. They may or may not really flow with your reasoning. Many of us aren’t used to gourmet food. So here are some things you need to know about a gourmet meal as it is delivered.

One of those first times that you should really have gourmet food delivered if you can afford it is when a person gets married. Tradition has always said that the bride’s family should pay for this. However, times have changed. No matter who is paying, if it can be done gourmet food will make your reception the talk of the year!

Another time when you should have gourmet food delivered is when you do a fundraising function. We’re not talking one of those church fundraisers, but we’re talking about a school band to go to Disney to perform. Things that have high expectations and when you think it will take a miracle to accomplish. Those are the times to serve this gourmet meal.

Normally, these places use some items you have never heard of with their food that then the gourmet food delivered. This is because; these might be things you can only find in select stores or even countries. They add a bit of jazz to anything that you might taste. Don’t be scared to try something. The chef or the menu will normally tell you what is in it as you order.

If you are of the Jewish religion, there is one special time in that little man’s life when everyone is ready to celebrate. Why not celebrate in style? When would you do this? Well, at the bar mitzvah of course. Say congratulations in style.

The last thing to remember with gourmet food delivered is that it is gourmet. Your setting shouldn’t be about plastic ware and Styrofoam. Use real plates. It might offend the staff if you don’t. So much effort and detail goes into this.

All of these occasions call for gourmet meals delivered. You want to celebrate those special times. Why make someone cook? Why give them the same meal that they can always have? Why make them go out? All these questions are good questions. When you can’t find the reason, it means that you are preparing too much. It’s time to have the food set up to your liking so you can focus on better things that really matter. Doesn’t that sound good?

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Choosing Among Food Gift Alternatives

Gift baskets are soooo last year!  Or is it last decade?  Actually, I hope the correct response is neither.  (Lock it in; that’s my final answer.)  You see, I make my living by selling gift baskets (among other food gifts).  Granted, it may be less significant that solving the global warming problem or removing a pesky mouse from under your kitchen cabinet, but it’s an honest way to pay for the roof over my family’s head.

I know what you’re thinking: “All of his gift problems are solved; he just gives the same boring baskets year after year to everyone.”  I want to disabuse you of your smug attitude!  In fact, I face the same dilemmas that you face during any gift giving, decision making crisis.

I don’t give only baskets of joy to my loved ones.  However, even if I did, the choice would still not be easy.  My company alone offers scores of fruit baskets, wine gift baskets, gourmet food options and far more.  (I know what you’re thinking right now, “Please, oh please, just tell me where this wonderful paradise is located so that I can go there to buy your most expensive offerings for everyone on my gift list!”  Please be patient.

Before you coerce me into giving away my store location, I want to share my own decision making strategy with you.

First, I decide on an appropriate category of gift.  If Uncle Milton has his drinking problem under control for the first time in ten years, then the wine gift baskets are out of the running.  Instead, I’ll opt for a gourmet fruit basket with something seasonal.  After years of ignoring the nutritional value of what he consumed, he could use a few extra servings of fruit in solid form.

Aunt Millie, on the other hand, is a great wine sipper.  Frankly, I don’t know if she really enjoys the wine, but she sure enjoys talking about it.  She loves to let everyone know the best vintage years, the kinds of grapes that are used in various blends and, most of all, how much she spent on the wine you just spilled all over her new carpeting ($95 a square yard).  She’ll get a simple wine gift basket, but I’m not going to spring for the champagne!  (I’m also not going to pay for the carpet cleaning; not after what that cat of hers did to my new coat.)

My nephew, Alfred, recently married his long time girlfriend.  Frankly, it’s about time.  It took him eight years to decide that she was worth parting with enough money to pay for a diamond and another five when he found out that it is customary to pay the minister who performs the ceremony.  What he wants is a check.  Well, he’s not getting that from me.  I’m sending them a chef-prepared gourmet meal for two.  I figure it’s the only way to get that cheap guy’s new bride out of the kitchen for an evening.  (They honeymooned by visiting me!)

Second, I decide how much I’m willing to spend on these losers.

My grandson is getting the latest video game system and whatever else he wants.  Let’s face it; he is truly special.  I’d get him a sports car if you would visit my store and buy a lot more gift baskets!  Come on, do your part.  He really wants one.  Please?

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