How Harry & David went from a gift to a holiday tradition

During the holiday season, little golden wrapped packages sparkle on the table. While those Harry & David Royal Riviera pears might be part of some people’s celebrations, the reality is that it might start as a gift, but for some it has transformed into a holiday tradition.

Even as holiday entertaining evolves, the reality is that having certain items at the ready can keep the stress away from the season. There is nothing worse than hearing the doorbell ring and then being caught off guard. Although few people will have well-wrapped gift baskets at the read, there is something said about being prepared.

While Harry & David has become many people’s way to send a gift across the miles at the holiday season, it can be more than just a gesture and a card. It can be a gift to yourself and one that keeps on giving.

As many people send a gift basket to co-workers or long distance relatives, a tradition in on our household is to send a big basket to ourselves. While that idea might seem narcissistic, it is really an easy way to stay well-stocked for the holidays. Everyone knows that the last minute run to the store does not make for holiday cheer.

From the infamous Royal Riviera Pears to the Ultimate Holiday Entertaining Gift Box to just a tower of popcorn, there are plenty of options to have close to the pantry to ensure that everything is within reach.

While those gift towers and other sweet treats make easy last minute gifts for those unexpected people on the list, the entertaining gift baskets ensure that the unexpected host can create a board worthy of the most discerning guests.

From dried meats to nuts, everything is included. And, even if the doorbell isn’t always ringing, that gift basket could be the solution for an easy holiday appetizer tray, day of grazing or just satisfying a food craving.

Even though it is fun to present gifts to friends and family throughout the holiday season, next time give yourself a gift that might be the best way to cut the holiday stress. Putting yourself on the list might be the best present received.