One of the best parts about Thanksgiving is the food, EVERYONE looks forward to it; whether it’s the turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, stuffed cabbage, cranberry sauce, or pumpkin pie, I think we can all agree that Thanksgiving prioritizes a good taste. Thanksgiving is the perfect time to give a client, coworker, friend, family member, or loved one a gift, expressing how much you truly appreciate them – what better gift to give than a delicious treat that you can eat? Below we have highlighted the top 10 Thanksgiving food gifts that will make someone’s holiday Turkey-riffick!
But first, a little history:
In 1621, nearly 400 years ago, Americans celebrated their first Thanksgiving ever, hosting a delightful holiday feast shared between English colonists and the Wampanoag people to spread peace, joy, and thanks. Back then, the colonists of New England and Cannada commonly held “Thanksgivings” throughout the year as days of prayer to celebrate safe journeys, military victories, or abundant harvests. This practice has now evolved into the holiday we all know and love today – a day focused on spreading kindness, expressing gratitude, and bringing loved ones together for a delicious festive meal to enjoy with one another.
Need some good trivia questions for the family feast? We’ve got you covered!
True or False? Turkey was served at the first Thanksgiving feast. False (Historians have no record of turkey being eaten at the first Thanksgiving. They instead ate food such as lobster, seal, and swan)
True or False? Benjamin Franklin wished the turkey to be America’s national bird, instead of the American Eagle. True
True or False? The first Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade had Central Park Zoo animals. True (Held in 1924, the first Macy’s parade borrowed animals such as monkeys, bears, camels, and elephants from the Central Park Zoo!)
True or False? Sarah Josepha Hale, writer of “Mary Had a Little Lamb”, is considered the “Mother of Thanksgiving”. True (In 1863, Hale wrote a letter to President Abraham Lincoln and Secretary of State William Seward calling for the declaration of Thanksgiving as a national holiday)
The first professional Thanksgiving Day football game was played in 1960. False (The first professional Thanksgiving Day football game was played in 1920)
How many turkeys are cooked every single year in America on Thanksgiving? Over or under 50 million? Just Under (Each year, about 46 million turkeys are cooked)
Who was the first president to pardon a turkey and ensure it will never be eaten on a Thanksgiving dinner? George H. W. Bush
How long was the first thanksgiving? 1 afternoon, 1 day, 3 days? 3 days long!
What area of Massachusetts still looks just like it did in the 17th century? Plymouth, Massachusetts stays true to its historic roots and thanksgiving still looks the same today as it did back then.
How many questions did you get right?!! Comment Below.
Show your appreciation to the chocolate lovers in your life with a gift they’ll always remember – 3 tubes of Milk, Dark & White Chocolate Popsters in our elegant gift box. Our chocolatiers remastered this classic trio to create an almost-religious experience of ultimate chocolate indulgence. Perfect to gift for any occasion, event, or celebration, especially the holiday season!
We can’t tell you what kind of goodies await the recipient from the Taste Japan snack pack. It’s all a mystery. We do know that there are loads of treats, including a special Japanese drink, as well as cookies, candies, and all kinds of yummy snacks that give an authentic taste of modern Japanese culture.
Serve up a classic favorite that’s full of great flavor. Handmade with only the finest ingredients, each nine-inch pie has a flaky crust and a filling featuring real pumpkin and a sensational blend of spices. Each premium pumpkin pie arrives baked and ready to enjoy.
We can’t tell you what kind of goodies await the recipient from the Taste Japan snack pack. It’s all a mystery. We do know that there are loads of treats, including a special Japanese drink, as well as cookies, candies, and all kinds of yummy snacks that give an authentic taste of modern Japanese culture.
Australian Red – Get ready for a crowd-pleaser with this one! These expertly crafted twists hailing all the way from Australia are packed with incredible strawberry flavor and have an equally amazing texture. The one and only downside: your tube may be empty in no time.
Dutch Red Laces – Imported from the Netherlands, these vibrant, smooth, chewy red licorice laces are the perfect cure for any sweet tooth. Every inch of this authentic Dutch treat is jam-packed with sensational strawberry flavor. Experience real European quality in each shoe-lace-like piece. Kids and grown-ups alike fall in love with these delectable strands. This old-fashioned treat will never go out of style!
Strawberry Pillows – This licorice made in Finland is chewy, textured, sweet, and loaded with authentic strawberry flavor. Need we say more?
Each tube is filled with 1 pound. Check out our entire Red Licorice collection!
The 6-tube gift box allows you to get creative and add a diverse mix of your favorite flavors. If you’re looking to add a sweet-salty blend, you cannot go wrong with the Buttered Cinnamon Sugar Twist or the Salted Honey Butter tubes. If you are looking for something a little more savory add the Bourbon Bacon Jam and the Chipotle Cheddar flavors are the way to go. Have fun with the process and build the ultimate gift-bundle package today!
Dutch Red Laces – Imported from the Netherlands, these vibrant, smooth, chewy red licorice laces are the perfect cure for any sweet tooth. Every inch of this authentic Dutch treat is jam-packed with sensational strawberry flavor. Experience real European quality in each shoe-lace-like piece. Kids and grown-ups alike fall in love with these delectable strands. This old-fashioned treat will never go out of style!
Strawberry Pillows – This licorice made in Finland is chewy, textured, sweet, and loaded with authentic strawberry flavor. Need we say more?
Each tube is filled with 1 pound. Check out our entire Red Licorice collection!
Boarderie’s award-winning, ready-to-graze boards are the first completely pre-assembled cheese and charcuterie gift boards delivered nationwide. Featuring a unique tasting of perfectly-paired, impeccably-sourced ingredients from artisan and small batch producers around the world, each keepsake board includes the highest quality cheese, cured meats, dried fruits and nuts, chocolates and crackers. They are the perfect treat whether you are gifting or hosting at home. Acacia wood serving board can be kept and reused for repeat grazing. Serves 3-4 people.
Make someone’s day extra special with a thoughtful gift that says “Great Job”. This festive tray filled with a delicious collection of Mrs Prindables Gourmet Caramel Apples is a great way to acknowledge a job well done. Our Great Job Caramel Apple Collection includes: two Triple Chocolate, two Milk Chocolate Walnut, and two Toffee Walnut Caramel Apples. Crisp Granny Smith apples are first dipped in our small-batch caramel and our most popular flavors are created using the finest quality chocolate and nut ingredients.
Send a sweet bakery assortment to celebrate the changing season. Featuring some of the fall flavors we love most, this gift basket includes both pumpkin spice and cinnamon raisin super-thick English muffins, rich apple butter, delightful orange iced waffles with chocolate sprinkles, a tantalizing apple loaf cake, and scrumptious pumpkin chocolate chip cookies. It’s a bountiful array of delectable bakery favorites to share and enjoy.
This deluxe gourmet meat and cheese sampler features a carefully selected assortment of artisan meats, cheeses, and crackers. From roasted garlic and summer sausages to three flavors of savory gourmet cheese, this is the perfect gift to send for any occasion. They’ll have fun pairing the different meats and cheeses with the hearty crackers and sun-dried tomato bruschetta!
Autumn is a time for giving thanks for the fresh bounty of the season, but it’s also a time to acknowledge the loved ones who enrich our lives. Express your appreciation with this autumn gift box packed with the ripe, rich flavors of fall, including juicy Comice and Bosc pears, crunchy hand-picked Fuji apples, decadent Ghirardelli® Chocolate Squares, nutty butter toffee pecans, a large pumpkin-shaped iced sugar cookie and more.
Deluxe version includes:
1 Bosc Pear
1 Comice Pear
1 Granny Smith Apple
2 Braeburn Apples
3 oz. Caramel Corn
3 oz. Butter Toffee Pecans
3 oz. Jelly Belly® Deluxe Fall Mellocreme Candy Mix