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French culture is intrinsically linked to the enjoyment of good food. This basket brings together many of the gourmet luxuries of France. Included are the following treasures:- Saint Andre: This soft ripened triple crème is amazingly rich and creamy. Enriched with pure cream. (7 oz.)
- Roquefort Vernieres: Classic French blue cheese from the caves of Cambalou. (8 oz.)
- Blue Cheese Fruit Spread: Pair this blend of quince, apple and spices with your Roquefort. (4.2 oz.)
- Gruyere de Comté Black Label Reserve: Made from a centuries-old recipe, Comté is a sweet and nutty masterpiece. (8 oz.)
- Buche de Chevre: A full-bodied goat cheese from the Loire region. (8 oz.)
- Bloc de Foie Gras de Canard: This quintessential French hors d'oeuvre is made with fois gras and Sauternes wine. (6.5 oz.)
- Edmond Fallot Burgundy Mustard : Using antique millstones, they grind brown mustard seeds mixed with verjuice, extracted from Burgundy grapes. This mustard gets even more amazing with the apt addition of white wine from Burgundy. (7.4 oz.)
- French Cornichons in White Wine Vinegar:Crisp, tart baby cucumbers drenched in white wine vinegar, pearl onions, and select spices. (12.35 oz.)
- Saucisson Sec: This naturally air-dried pork sausage is made from a time honored recipe from the mountains of France. (10 oz.)
- A L'Olivier Extra Virgin Olive Oil: A distinctly sweet, low acidity, versatile French oil in the Provencal style. (500 ml.)
- A L'Olivier Fruit Vinegars: Thick, fresh and full of fruit pulp, these unique vinegars will add a delicious burst of fruit to your favorite salads and savory dishes. (200 ml.)
>- Beurre Echire AOC Butter: a The village of Échiré in western France owes its international reputation to the fine butters produced by its cooperative dairy. Packed in a wooden basket. (17.8 oz.)
- French Vanilla Madeleines: Fashionable in Versailles in 1730, these sweet, moist muffins are still a most prized Parisian export. (6.4 oz.)
- Matin des Pyrenees French Jam: fresh, homemade tasting jam made in small batches. (13 oz.)
- Chocolate Fondue by Aux Anysetiers du Roy: This luscious, dark chocolate dessert is an ideal after-dinner delight. (7 oz.)
- Escargot: 36 authentic wild snails from the Burgundy region. (14 fl. oz.)
- Escargot Shells: These shells are prefect for elegantly serving homemade escargot. (Packet includes six shells from extra large snails.)
If you know someone who is a food connoisseur or who simply enjoys the better things in life, this basket makes the perfect gift. It will whisk them away to the romance, and the food, of France.- Treasure Chest dimensions: 13x8.5x10"
- Items may be substituted with items of equal or greater value if necessary.
- Please note that any item temporarily out of stock will be substituted with a similar item of equal value.
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From Tuscany to Abruzzi, the twenty regions of Italy offer a bounty of gastronomic delights that have enchanted the rest of the world for centuries. This "treasure chest" brings together some of the finest food items that Italy has to offer. Containing:
- Parmigiano Reggiano Vacche Rosse: Produced in small quantities by Fanticini in Villa Sabione near Reggio Emilia using milk exclusively from the “Red Cow”. Its unique nutty, fruity, grassy flavor is richer than most Reggianos and its texture is somehow creamier, even though it is aged for a much longer time. (8 oz.)
- Boschetto al Tartufo Bianchetto: A fresh blend of sheep and cow's milk studded with rare white truffle shavings. This is a true Tuscan delicacy. (8 oz.)
- Basilio: Basil and extra virgin olive oil are rubbed on the rind of this Tuscan cheese, melding with soft pecorino to create harmonious pesto-like flavors. (8 oz.)
- Briscole al Barbera: An exquisite, handmade specialty cheese from La Casearia in Verona. Bathed in Barbera wine. (8 oz)
- Prosciutto: Perfectly pre-sliced succulent, fruity Italian ham. (3 oz.)
- Mostarda with Whole Fruits: Lazzaris Fruit Mostarda is produced using a variety of whole fruits. Dipped in sugar and glucose syrup and pure mustard oil, its characteristic taste allows it to be enjoyed on its own; as an excellent dessert; as well as being a first-class accompaniment to a number of dishes. (260 g)
- Pesto by Olio Carli: In Liguria, Italy, basil grows on just about every hillside that meets the Mediterranean. Carli's pesto contains no preservatives or colorants, yet it maintains a fabulous dark green color. (4.6 oz)
- De Nigris Balsamic Vinegar of Modena - 8 Stars: Balsamic from Modena that is perfect for salads, BBQs and marinating. (500 ml.)
- Maestri Pastai Pastas: The use of high quality durum wheat and thicker cuts of pasta make this dried pasta taste handmade. Bronze drawing plates are used to give the pasta its shape
- Maestri Extra Virgin Olive Oil in Decorated Tin: This premium extra virgin olive oil is made from a single olive varietal, the Nocellara del Belice grown in Western Sicily where the climate and soil have produced some of the world's finest olives for thousands of years. (500 ml)
- Acacia Honey by IL Forteto: Pure, translucent golden honey made from nectar collected from the spring-blossoming acacia trees in the lush hills of Tuscany. (1.1 lb.)
- Caffe Vergnano 1882 Coffee: Based in Turin since 1882, Vergnano low roasts a variety of Arabicas from Central and South America to create a blend to please the most demanding connoisseurs. (8.8 oz.)
- Venchi Crema Gianduja Bar: Venchi, based in Robilante, has been creating traditional Piedmont chocolates since 1878. They still use the finest ingredients to create their chocolate masterpieces. (2.5 oz)
- Ravida Sea Salt: Ravida Sea Salt comes from the low waters of the Mediterranean Sea along the western coast of Sicily. It has beautiful white grains with intense flavor and subtle sweetness that make it the ideal table salt. (7.14 oz)
Now that's Italian, at its finest! 14 luxurious gourmet Italian foods in all.
- Treasure Chest dimensions: 13"L. 8.5"W. 10"H.
- Please note that any item temporarily out of stock will be substituted with a similar item of equal value.
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What could be more romantic than a candlelit, three-course dinner in the privacy of your own home? Let igourmet bring a box of romance to your doorstep. Indulge with our intimate dinner for two. From decadent Foie Gras to stimulating Italian espresso and sexy chocolate fondue, this meal is a true delight to your senses.
Nibble on some Picholine olives and Spanish Almonds to entice an evening of intimate conversation. Take advantage of this special occasion to treat yourself and a loved one to the luxury of our Bloc de Foie Gras de Canard atop crispy petit toast. Add your own full-bodied red wine and the richness of Foie Gras is guaranteed to remove you both from the stresses of the world to a place of decadence and relaxation.
For the main course, we've included Italian Arborio rice, Parmigiano Reggiano, Boschetto, Mountain Gorgonzola, Fleur de Sel, Dried porcini mushrooms, French butter and Olio Carli Extra Virgin Olive Oil to create the perfect risotto. The risotto is creamy, flavorful, and satisfying.
Finally, what we've all been waiting for: dessert. Dip some plump, ripe strawberries and bananas into French chocolate fondue by Mazet. Linger over some steaming shots of espresso. This combination makes a sweet end to a romantic dinner, and perfect beginning for the rest of the night.
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We have packed even more rich chocolate delights in our premier basket:
- Schokinag Flavored Drinking Chocolate: Rich and velvety, but not too sweet. This is how hot chocolate was meant to be. (12 oz)
- Chocolate Covered Marzipan Bar: Lubeck, Germany is universally known for its superior chocolate covered marzipan. We offer to all marzipan fans the ultimate delight- a shimmering red-wrapped bar of marzipan enrobed in chocolate. (7 oz)
- Chocoladises by Biscuiterie de l'Abbaye: With 50 years of experience, Biscuiterie de l'Abbaye uses only the freshest ingredients which are native to Normandy to create their cookies (4.76 oz.)
- Chocolate Fondue: Making rich Swiss chocolate fondue has never been easier. Designed for microwaves and stove tops, just heat and serve! (7 oz)
- Munz Swiss Chocolate Bar: Every child in Switzerland knows the name Munz, and many connoisseurs are also taking notice of this smooth and rich chocolate bar. (100 g)
- Venchi Crema Gianduja Bar: The Piedmont chocolate making tradition is based on the hazelnut, which grows in the Cuneo province where it is famed for its particularly fine quality. (2.5 oz)
- Piedras de Espana: Largueta almonds coated in sugar and chocolate from the Canary Islands. (4.4 oz.)
- Gianduja Exotic Candy Bar: Nuances of roasted and caramelized hazelnuts fill your palate, followed by a crunch of chopped almonds and a long, lingering finish. (3 oz)
- Chocolate Bananas: Naturally dried Canary Island bananas coated in African dark chocolate. (4.4 oz.)
- Australian Chocolate Panforte: These triangular panforte logs are a wonderful accompaniment to blue cheeses. Made by hand with Belgium bittersweet coverture chocolate, freshly roasted hazelnuts and almonds, along with glace fruits (peach, apricot, kiwi, fig and orange). (4.2 oz)
- Jules Destrooper Belgium Butter Thins: A traditional 19th century cookie made with pure butter, sugar and eggs. Crispy and thin with a distinctive waffle pattern, they are great with coffee or tea. (3.5 oz)
- Michel Cluizel 4 pc Truffle Collection: Michel Cluizel has been making chocolate in the southern Normandy region of France to an exclusively high standard, in the French chocolate making tradition, since 1948. (2 oz)
- Butler's Milk Chocolate Bar with Irish Whisky: This deliciously smooth Irish chocolate bar has six chunky pieces filled with a creamy, milk chocolate truffle center. Delight the chocolate lover in your life with this special little treat! (2.64 oz)
- Sarotti Chocolate Bars: Sarotti Chocolate Bar is an artisan chocolate, made from the best cacao in the world creating the richest, most flavorful chocolate
- San Francisco Chocolate Tins: These milk chocolate drops are packaged in beautiful tins illustrating the landmarks of San Francisco. (3.5 oz.)
Please note that any item out of stock will be substituted with a similar item of equal or greater value.
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The unique addition of flavor that a little alcohol adds to food is increasingly revered, and this complete collection is bound to please that special someone in your life.
- Cahill's Farm Cheddar with Porter: This semi-soft cheddar is made from pasteurized cow's milk and vegetable rennet and blended with Irish Porter. (8 oz.)
- Murcia al Vino: This wine-bathed cheese is made from pasteurized goat's milk in Murcia region of Spain. The wine deeply tints the cheese, giving the rind its characteristic burgundy color and imparting a strong floral bouquet. (8 oz)
- Whiskey Blue: Raw milk Wisconsin Blue infused with bourbon whiskey. (8 oz.)
- Mousse de Foie de Canard au Porto: The province of Sologne inspired this delectable blend of duck liver and pork meat, delicately flavored with port wine and natural spices, cooked and presented in its own cooking dish. (8 oz)
- Mondovino Wine Crackers: Savory crackers to partner with your favorite wine, be it red or white. (4.41 oz.)
- Schlünder Liqueur Cake: Moist liqueur infused German cake. (14 oz.)
- Cherith Valley Spirited Texas Peaches: Sliced fresh, slow simmered with fresh stick cinnamon in almond liqueur and hand-packed for a gorgeous presentation. (10 oz)
- Simply Zinful Garlic Salsa by Gil's Gourmet: The robust flavor of California Zin perks up this zesty salsa.
- Butler's Milk Chocolate Bar with Irish Whisky: This deliciously smooth Irish chocolate bar has six chunky pieces filled with a creamy, milk chocolate truffle center. (2.6 oz)
- Irish Mustards with Guinness: A unique blend of Guinness Stout and mustard that is excellent with roast beef, steaks, and barbecued meats. Adds subtle flavor to sauces, and zest to soups and casseroles. (7.2 oz)
- Tekrum Schwarzwalder Kirsch: Coffee party pastries coated with premium dark German chocolate and filled with cream and cherry. (3.5 oz.)
So get in the festive spirit and send someone a gift that promotes eating, drinking and merriment.
Please note that any item temporarily out of stock will be substituted with a similar item of equal value.
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Whether you are on the go or at home, this exquisite set of tools for preparing and hosting a wine and cheese event will surely garner the attention of those in attendance. Inside a felt-lined rosewood hinged box are four essential tools of the trade. The set includes a versatile stainless steel cheese knife, a cork puller, a wine spout/stopper, and a drip ring. Buy it as a gift or for your own use - it is a truly impressive product. |
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The Vosges Haut-Chocolat mission is to create a luxury chocolate experience rooted in a sensory journey of bringing about awareness to indigenous cultures through the exploration of spices, herbs, roots, flowers, fruits, nuts, chocolate and the obscure. To ensure this, Owner/Chocolatier, Katrina Markoff, personally chooses every spice, flower and chocolate that is flown into their Chicago kitchen.
Vosges' Couture Cocoa Sampler is the perfect introduction to Katrina's incredibly rich, decadent hot chocolates. Sample-size packs Couture Cocoas include:- La Parisienne: dark chocolate with Madagascar vanilla bean pieces.
- Bianca: white chocolate, Australian lemon myrtle and lavender.
- Aztec Elixir: dark chocolate, ancho and chipotle chillies, Ceylon cinnamon, cornmeal, vanilla bean.
Each flavor is packaged in separate bags within a delectably designed gift box, making this a great sampler for you, or a wonderful gift for any chocolate lover. Sampler contains approximately 2 servings of each flavor.
9oz (3oz. per flavor). |
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