The Ultimate French Pantry Gift Chest
The Ultimate French Pantry Gift Chest from iGourmet.com ($139)
The Chief Blonde Remarks: Wow! Today is my lucky day (and it may be yours too!) I was sent the The Ultimate French Pantry Gift Chest ($139) from iGourmet.com, North America’s leading online gourmet food website, and “Made in France, Made with Love”, an exclusive partner of the French Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Forestry.
Walt and I had a blast opening this wonderful 6 pound basket and were stunned by the provisions provided. We loved the way all the goodies was packaged in a wooden basket, finished with an elegant dark brown ribbon.
The “Made in France, Made with Love” gift basket showcases the authentic artisan flavors of France, and includes products from six outstanding French producers:
- France de Gourmay® France de Gourmay has been passing on traditional recipes for generations with a passion for taste and love of authenticity. France de Gourmay offers unique spreads, perfect on toast, fruits, and crackers.
- Les Comtes de Provence®
Les Comtes de Provence reveal the story of the Haute-Provence region through the culinary creations of jam. The preserves, made with fresh products and pure cane sugar, are slow-cooked in a cauldron, in accordance with tradition. - Maison Bruyère®
This modern small scale family biscuit factory located in the Midi Pyrenees region, offers a selection of all-natural biscuits confectioned for over three generations. Maison Bruyère carries on a unique savoir-faire in the production of baked goods. - Quai Sud®
Quai Sud finds its source of inspiration in current food trends and culinary traditions from all over the world. A simple preparation and you have yourself a ready-to drink cocktail that you can enjoy at any occasion. - Nectars de Bourgogne®
Nectars de Bourgogne, an innovative artisan fruit juice and gourmet food producer, makes a wonderful range of natural nectars. Based in the French wine region of Burgundy, Emmanuelle Baillard transposed her oenologist knowledge of wine to the fruit universe. - Ready to Bake®
Remarkably easy to prepare, these packets quickly create luxurious and thick French-style cakes. No additional ingredients are needed, just pour the mix, bake it, and let it cool. 10 minutes is all you need to become a French pastry chef.
Walt and I dived right into the France de Gourmay Caviar Aubergine (Olive and Eggplant dip). It was smooth and tasty. Both of us gave it a hearty thumbs up!
This morning I tried out several more goodies from the basket.
The Maison Bruyère Crispy Vanilla Flavored Wafers were divine, like “Hide in the cupboard so no one else can have them” divine (and I did.) The Les Comtes de Provence cherry plum compote was a totally new and unique experience…I love experiencing new tastes. I spread the compote on my seeded toast and I was in heaven. Shockingly, my favorite selection was the Tenderness Tea from Quai Sud, which gentle flavorings of vanilla and gingerbread.
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I would love to get the Authentic Flavors of Greece Gift Basket! Love Greek food, it looks super yummy!
I would love to get the Vosges Exotic Caramels in Hat Box for Valentines day, I have had them before and they are wonderful.
I would love to try the avocado oil. Its sounds so healthy and wonderful.
I would love the Italian luxuries gift basket! I love all things Italian and Italian food is the best! This basket looks phenomenal!
I would love to give the Banana’s Foster Cheesecake to my husband for Valentine’s Day. He is a big cheesecake lover. It all all looks delicious!
I would like to get the Parmigiano Reggiano Stravecchio (3 Year Top Grade) – 1/8 Wheel.
(I admit I’m a little sad they don’t have a smaller whole wheel of parmesan. I’ve always fantasized about getting a whole dang wheel of cheese. YUM!)
Beans are a staple in my house, so I’d like to try the Carolina Plantation Cowpeas.
I pretty much just want one of everything 🙂 I’ll have to start with the Royal Treasure Chest. I mean, what does a thousand dollars worth of goodies taste like?! I’d love to find out 🙂
I’d like the Classic Cabernet with Complements Gift Basket because I like red wine and cheese. Thanks for the giveaway!
The chocolate Fondue looks amazing! Be perfect with fruit!
My daughter loves olives. I’d like to get Divina Kalamata Olives for her to try.
The cheddars of the world assortment looks fun. Would be nice to sample different cheddars with some fruit and wine. We could make an afternoon of it.
I would like to get the Essential Cheese and Charcuterie assortment as I love cheese and my husband loves meat.
I wsnt to get the Spicy Chocolate Collection for my wife.
We love to entertain, so I would love to try the Entertaining for 20 Basket. We are also huge cheese and meat fans, so I think it would be an appropriate fit. I would love something that I can purchase for a change versus DIY’ing.
I would love to get the Chocolate Treasures of The World Gift Trunk, because my name is Erin and I’m a chocoholic with no plans of quitting my addiction.
I’d like to try the Alcohol Kissed Treasures. I’ve been wanting to try the chocolate like these before.
I would love to receive the Basket of Meat and Cheese Favorites as my whole family is into meats and cheese.
The Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena 12 Yr Red Gift Box by La T looks amazing! I loooove vinegars- especially balsamic vinegars and have never tried one aged this long. I tried a ten year one once and was blown away by the complex flavor. I imagine this one is even better!
The Chocolate Lover’s Classic Gift Basket would be a great gift for my mom for Valentine’s Day since she loves chocolate.