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A truly unique
Gourmet Food Gift Idea

I am always on the lookout for a new gourmet food gift idea. Gift baskets are so passé nowadays! For me, it has to be something unique and very special. which will be received with pleasure and enjoyed at leisure! But I also insist on excellent value for money. Quality and service must be exemplary.










Here I want to share with you a unique gourmet food gift idea that I've recently discovered.....


  • The concept is simple - the very finest, chef inspired, prepared gourmet menu - delivered to your door, by mail......Nationwide in the USA.

  • Not only do you have a delicious and imaginative chilled 3 or 4 course menu which can be reheated in just 30 minutes.....but it also arrives beautifully gift packaged!

  • This is the perfect gourmet food gift idea to send to friends, family or business colleagues.

  • An original and unique gourmet gift for Christmas, Thanksgiving, Birthday, Anniversary......or indeed ANY special occasion!

I've searched the internet long and hard to find such a service, and I have at last found a company based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. The company is called Gourmet Station. Established in 1997 by Donna Lynes-Miller, Gourmet Station is building quite a reputation for itself with its unique, international menu firmly founded on quality and impeccable service. Gourmet Station is now a major player in the USA market for deep chilled gourmet food gifts.

Please note that at this time, orders for Gourmet Station can only be placed online if you are a US resident. For non-US residents, please telephone 1-888-944-9794 or email: patronservice@gourmetstation.com




Below, I share with you some important points, tips and advice to consider and look for when choosing a supplier for your next mail order food gift.

Gift Packaging

Not only is it important for the gift to arrive beautifully packaged, but it must also arrive temperature controlled and undamaged. This means a sturdy, very well insulated carton which has some means of temperature control - usually either dry ice or frozen gel packs.


Delivery

Make sure that the supplier uses a reputable shipper such as DHL or UPS and that you know EXACTLY what the delivery charges are. And try to plan ahead a little as it's generally less expensive to choose a delivery date further in advance.

Always make sure that your recipient is aware when the gift is coming as it will need to be refrigerated as soon after delivery as possible.


Service

It's almost impossible to assess the quality of service until you buy the product! But the offer of a full satisfaction guarantee suggests an organization that takes customer service seriously. Get a "feel" for the organization by searching its site for independent reviews and/or customer reviews. Any business that enjoys great customer feedback is likely to publish it!


Guarantee

Any reputable supplier should offer a full money back guarantee if either you or the recipient are not completely satisfied with the products and/or service. At Gourmet Station for example, they offer a solid, no quibble guarantee with a full refund or reship offer.


Gift Certificates

How about this for a gourmet food gift idea - send a beautifully presented and elegant Gift Certificate with your personal message included. But do check for redemption dates - ideally, as in the case of Gourmet Station, they should be honored at any time between purchase and redemption.



Gourmet Station


Some companies even offer a Gift Certificate by Email option - perfect for that last minute (almost forgotten!) gift!


Ease of Ordering

Check out the ordering procedure for ease of use. Can the entire process be completed online? Do they accept all major credit cards and Paypal? Or if you prefer to order by telephone, do they offer that service?


And finally for something EXTRA SPECIAL............

Dinner Club

This is a truly unique gourmet food gift idea which I have only seen offered by one company....... Gourmet Station:

  • Every month, your recipient receives a different 3 or 4 course gourmet menu, of their choice.

  • The Dinner Of The Month Club Certificate entitles your recipient to receive a book of menus with instructions to phone and select from the choices of the Parisian, Tuscan, Cajun or Fusion menus.

I believe this is to be a fantastic gourmet food gift idea which can be truly savored......for an entire year!TEXT


Corporate Gifts

Delivered gourmet food gifts or indeed gift certificates are a great idea for innovative companies seeking:

  • Unique, upscale client gifts

  • Employee rewards

  • Sales promotions

This is a very effective way to create a lasting impression with your clients and employees and a memorable bond is created between giver and receiver. It's a great way of saying "thank you"!





For me, a beautifully packaged, expertly prepared, complete dinner menu delivered to the door is the perfect gourmet food gift idea! It makes an ideal gift for the time stretched, or indeed, skill stretched individual who loves fine dining at home.

For more information on Gourmet Station, CLICK HERE.

Gourmet food........the EASY way!




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