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NEED ADVICE / HELP ABOUT GIFTING FOOD

gigy — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 02:19:47 GMT

I would like to send my brother in law a food item fo rhis birthday coming up. I want to get the most value for my money so what food item would you recommend? Open to anything meat, poultry, seafood, etc.

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Diva on The Q — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 02:35:01 GMT

What are his favorite foods? It should be something he really likes.

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m0rgan — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 02:36:42 GMT

Why not check for someone in his area that makes gift baskets. My mil and fil loved getting baskets with multiple layers and opening several packages in their basket. Most grocery stores make baskets.

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NicksmomESQ — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 02:39:39 GMT

How about Surf & Turf? I got it as a gift last year & really liked it.To be exact I got 4 filet mignon & lobster tails. It came with herb butter & twice baked potatoes.

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phoenixbrd — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 02:53:05 GMT

@gigy I love the selection at Harry & David for gift giving....take a look and see if there is something that would please him!

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CAcableGirl2 — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 03:23:55 GMT

@gigy Have you checked out Omaha Steaks? I've gifted and also received and they were delicious and individually packaged so very convenient for one or two persons. There are some great holiday deals out there on them.

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gigy — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 03:29:14 GMT

Thank you all for your suggestions. I think checking out one of the local markets where he lives and having a basket of different things might be a great idea. Also Omaha Steaks, maybe going to their website. My brother in law is along now since my sweet sister passed away and he does not cook for himself and eats out of cans which is horrible.

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LoveMyBaby — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 03:35:01 GMT

@NicksmomESQ wrote:
How about Surf & Turf? I got it as a gift last year & really liked it.To be exact I got 4 filet mignon & lobster tails. It came with herb butter & twice baked potatoes.

@NicksmomESQ That really sounds yummy - that would be an awesome treat.

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SXMGirl — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 03:47:53 GMT

@gigyCheck out Zingerman's. They have all types of food, including food of the month clubs. It is one of my favorite places to visit and take classes.

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Sooner — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 03:53:12 GMT

That's a really hard question. People are so picky now days and are and are not eating this and that. Maybe a package of something small you KNOW he likes (Godiva?) and a gift card to a favorite restaurant or supermarket?

Or a little candy he loved as a child and a gift card?

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patbz — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 04:08:42 GMT

How about a couple of certificates each for a pound of Sees candies. I'd wrap it up and include a catalog so he can order exactly his favorites.

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K9buddy — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 04:20:25 GMT

How about something from Honeybaked Ham.

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sissel — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 04:37:59 GMT

@gigyOh so sorry about your sister. It's probably sad for him. I guess anything from any food that can be sent to him with easy cooking instructions would be a great gift for him. He will love it and understand why you would want to send him a food gift.

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coffee drinker — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 05:48:48 GMT

@CAcableGirl2 I've seen the Omaha Steaks commercials on TV and for $79, I'm very tempted to give them a try. Are they really that good?

Anyone else have an opinion?

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sissel — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 06:05:48 GMT

Her sister is deceased & seems he just eats canned food so anything with easy instructions would be helpful. I have no idea but my neighbors have Swans delivery don't know prices. Maybe a gift card to that. They have pre cooked food to just reheat. My brother is divorced the kids are grown & out of the house he did the fresh dinners, told me it took him 3 days to eat the meal. Too much food for him. Neighbors are young with 2 kids & have Swans you pick whatever you want they deliver. Seems to work for them. I don't know prices but maybe look it up.

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on the bay — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 06:13:01 GMT

@coffee drinker -

I tried them years ago and wouldn't order again. They were not the best or most flavorful I've ever had.Not to mention quite expensive.

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kaydee50 — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 13:25:35 GMT

I've ordered from Harry and David for gifts for my bro and SIL. I send cheeses and wine but H&D has a wide selection.

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Hoovermom — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 14:21:01 GMT

@coffee drinker wrote:
@CAcableGirl2 I've seen the Omaha Steaks commercials on TV and for $79, I'm very tempted to give them a try. Are they really that good?

Anyone else have an opinion?

@coffee drinker : No, IMHO they are not that great and would not use them again.

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coffee drinker — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 15:41:00 GMT

@Hoovermom @on the bay Thank you both for your opinions. You saved me about $80. Happy holidays to you.

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Lisa now in AZ — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 16:13:05 GMT

I will second the Schwan's suggestion. I placed an order for the first time when I had some surgery scheduled and wanted to plan ahead for some easy meals. If you say that he doesn't really cook, then maybe surf and turf is too much of a stretch. The Schwan's selections are just heat and eat. The loaded baked potato soup was wonderful. For the first order, I had a 50% off coupon, which made it really easy to order several things.