5 of the Best New Year 2020 Gifts

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When it comes to the New Year, nothing says Happy New Year! like a gourmet basket. With dozens of choices and varieties to suit your every need, Bumble Bee Baskets has exactly what you’re looking for to bring in the New Year with style and elegance. Whether you need a simple cheese basket for your neighbor’s New Year’s Eve party, or you want something a little more classy for your boss’s new office, these are five of the best New Year 2020 gifts.   The Winter Warmer Basket Brrr! It’s getting chilly out there as winter’s hold begins to tighten before the New Year …

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Corporate Gift Giving: Why, When, What, and How

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Corporate gift giving is an actionable way to increase customer retention, build critical relationships with clients, and express your gratitude to employees. Despite the confusion around the term, it’s a very simple concept: Showing your gratitude to the business network you operate within increases your opportunities. Why You Should Give Gifts Programs for business gift giving have been around much longer than you may think and for one reason: They work. Studies by the Promotional Product Association International have shown that businesses and soloprenuers alike were twice as likely to be contacted by the recipient than those who sent a …

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Our Best Holiday Gifts of 2019

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At Bumble Bee Baskets, the Holiday season is our favorite season. Every year we take our time curated holiday gifts for the shop, wrapping presents, and spreading joy! We’re lucky to be a part of some many Canadian celebrations- and can’t wait to show you what we have in the store for the 2019 Holiday Season. Holiday Gifts for Friends and Family Friends and family are what root the Holiday Season. During this time of year, we’re thinking about those who love us and have been there for us. The Don – $175     The Don is the Godfather …

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6 Thanksgiving Gift Baskets to Send for Warm Welcomes During the Holidays

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With Thanksgiving and the winter holidays just around the corner, the basket-giving season is in full swing. Here are six Thanksgiving gift baskets to send for warm welcomes that won’t break the bank! From pumpkin-themed chocolate strawberries to a sweet Thanksgiving bakery basket, these awesome baskets won’t disappoint.  VIP Gift Basket A large wicker basket complete with a bottle of white and red wine, wine glasses, and several types of snacks, this elegant basket is the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving celebration. Enjoy the aged cheddar cheese with a glass of perfectly aged red wine, or a portion of smoked …

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Making Perfect Wedding Gifts With Build-A-Basket

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Spring is wedding season and we are overjoyed by all the happy couples tying the knot, and stepping over the threshold of matrimonial bliss! If you know someone who is getting married soon, gift baskets make a great wedding gift idea. His and Hers gift baskets are a fun option, but wedding gifts should be creative and think outside the basket a bit. Picking the Right Basket There are so many options to choose from. And while a sturdy wicker basket is a traditional option, there are alternative options. A small wooden chest is one good option. Another clever option …

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5 Unique Gift Baskets that will Create a Buzz at Your Silent Auction

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Competitive spending is one of the major appeals of auctions after all. People go to auctions, silent or otherwise, to spend money. Just like rolling dice at a casino, some people get a thrill out of competitive betting. Not to imply that you should drive up the starting bid unnecessarily. But needless to say, you want to offer enticing items.   One great idea is unique gift baskets for silent auctions. Here are a few unique gift baskets that you can put on the auction block to raise money for your organization at your next silent auction. 1. Be Crateful – …

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The Origin of Family Day

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Family Day is a public holiday in 5 provinces and territories. It is a day off for the general population, and most businesses & schools are closed. Alberta was the only province to implement Family Day as a statutory holiday in February until Saskatchewan began observing it in 2007. The holiday was later introduced in Saskatchewan in 2007 and in Ontario in 2008. British Columbia observed Family Day as a statutory holiday for the first time in 2013, and New Brunswick in 2018. Family Values Family Day was first held in Alberta in 1990. It was originally proposed by the …

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The Don

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The Don is the Godfather of gourmet gift baskets. In a unique wine crate overflowing with gourmet goodies and two bottles of wine, this gift basket is perfect for corporate, personal, and congratulations gifts. We’re experts in gourmet gifts, and The Don is one of our favorite gourmet gift baskets. This basket is the perfect gift for hard-working individuals who deserve to enjoy the finer things in life. Perfect for corporate and personal celebrations, The Don packs a lot in a large wooden crate.

Finding the Ultimate Food Gift Baskets for Your Foodie

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Most of us have at least one friend who seems to be an adventurous eater. The one who is always eagerly trying out new recipes, visiting new restaurants, and even traveling to different cities or regions just to try out some fun and exciting fare that they read about on the internet. If you’re looking to surprise them with a fantastic gift for the new year, or any occasion, here are some of our top picks for the foodie in your life. Food gift baskets also make a great impression on potential clientele and colleagues. Box Of Delicious Perfect for snackers. …

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