When it comes to the holidays, gifting can be a tricky thing. There are times where you know exactly what to get, while for others, you run into a bit of a creative roadblock. Enter: The Gift Basket and Gift Box. Perfect for any occasion, from host gifts to anniversaries, birthdays, and holidays, they can be filled with a variety of things that will delight those receiving them. In-store, we’ll have a selection of pre-made gift boxes and baskets full of delicious products that are sure to satisfy any food lover’s taste buds. Take a stroll through each department for some tasty inspo. Check out some of our ideas below on ways to customize our gift boxes or craft your own!
Tips:
- Purchase one of our pre-made gift boxes and load them with a few extras for a more personalized gift!
- While supplies last, we will be carrying wicker baskets and gift boxes for purchase.
- They’re perfect for convenient (and perhaps last-minute) gift crafting!
For the Pasta Lover
This collection of items will transport you to a rustic eatery full of herbaceous sauces, quality pasta, and flavours that make you salivate. These products are crafted with authentic recipes and have been sourced from artisans across Italy!
Flavour Profile: herbaceous, aromatic, and nutty.
Try with: pasta or use it to marinate proteins.
Flavour Profile: medium spice, smoky, and fruity.
Try with: antipasto or to spice up dishes.
Flavour Profile: smooth, fresh tomato, and slight acidity.
Try with: chicken parmesan or pasta and meatballs.
Flavour Profile: rich, buttery, strong spice, and zingy.
Try with: pasta, crackers, or grilled bread.
Flavour Profile: authentic semolina, and rustic texture.
Try with: seafood and a olive oil or tomato-based sauce.
For the Coffee Lover
We’ve got Organic Fair Trade Whole Bean Coffees that are ethically-sourced, roasted locally, and delivered fresh to our stores weekly. Awaken your day with a smooth, full-bodied cup of coffee and consider picking up some coffee-flavoured snacks while you’re at it!
Links:
- Café Latte Almonds
- Cappuccino Mini Biscotti
- Dark Chocolate Coffee Beans
- Organic City Roast Whole Bean Coffee
For the Hot Sauce Lover
Turn up the heat with our line of hot sauces featuring some of the spiciest peppers on the PLANET. From vibrant and zingy to smoky and well-rounded, these sauces are the perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, pastas, stews, chilis, and more!
For the Foodies
At our stores, we have an ever-expanding assortment of unique private label products guaranteed to excite any food lover. From pickled veggies to sauces and seasonings, down each aisle is a wonderland of delicious tastes and smells. Here are some of our top picks that are versatile and full of flavour.
Links
- Everything Bagel Seasoning
- Fire Roasted Anaheim Pepper Salsa
- Garlic Flowers
- Our Original Lemon Garlic Dressing
- Teppanyaki Cooking Sauce
For the Sweets Lovers
Dessert time is ALL THE TIME! At our Bake Shop, you’ll find made-from-scratch pastries like our fan-fave Cruffies and Loaf Cakes in classic flavours like vanilla and chocolate. Many of our pastries come in seasonally-inspired varieties that are available for a limited time. Our Grocery Department continues to grow with crave-worthy snacks like Dark Chocolate Covered Pretzels or naturally-flavoured, No Sugar Added Lollipops.
Farm Boy™ Almond Toffee Butter Cookies: great with a hot mug of coffee or tea! They are also available in Cinnamon and Ginger. 
Farm Boy Holiday Fudge: these handcrafted, melt-in-your-mouth sweets are made the old-fashioned way with Canadian butter in copper pots and on smooth marble tables. 
Farm Boy™ Eggnog Cruffies: baked fresh daily, buttery croissant pastry is filled with luscious eggnog filling inspired by our holiday favourite, Organic Egg Nog. 
Farm Boy™ Gingerbread Loaf Cake: made-from-scratch by us, this ultramoist cake features the classic flavours of ginger and molasses—just like the cookie version!
Links:
- Almond Toffee Butter Cookies
- Candy Cane Fudge
- Eggnog Cruffies
- Eggnog Fudge Fudge
- Gingerbread Loaf Cake
