Welcome to our February 2021 Newsletter! 

Well one month already in the books and some encouraging news with vaccines on the way, this year looks more positive than ever, and we need that these days. Keep vigilant and we will get through this horrible pandemic. Stay Safe!!

 Valentine's day is just around the corner....remember we ship across Canada...send them a gift to show them you love, care and wish you were there!

Gifting is more popular than ever! We provide contact free delivery, extreme care and in house precautions during these challenging times.

Flu season is here and with all what is going on we need to be vigilant. If you know someone who needs a pick me up, get well or just want to be comforted...young and old our new Cuddle Buddy's are perfect! These super soft animals heat up or can be put in the freezer for cold therapy. These can be a single gift or within a gift basket.

With everyone avoiding personal contact, gift baskets or care packages can be one of the favorite means to show appreciation to front line workers, loved ones in quarantine, and sympathy for the loss of a loved one. Babies are still being born, people are still moving into new homes, and Birthday's are still happening as well. The world has not stopped, why not make their day special!

Here are Great Reasons to give a gift basket! Be Grateful, Thankful, Appreciative, Caring & Supportive.

Birthday, Bereavement, I'm Sorry, Hostess Gift, Housewarming, New Baby, Baby Shower, Sympathy, Get Well, Graduation, Off to School, Retirement, Corporate, Thank you, Customer Appreciation, Wedding, Anniversary, New Home, Welcome Home, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Valentine's, Thanksgiving, Easter, Christmas, Holiday Best Wishes, Bon Voyage, Grand Opening, Charitable Events, Employee Awards.

Key Dates for 2021!

Jan 1 - New years Day

Feb 14 - Valentine's Day

Feb 15 - Family Day

March 17 - St. Patrick's

March 27 - Passover Begins

April 2     - Good Friday

April 4    - Easter Sunday

April 28 - Administrative Professionals Day

May 9 - Mother's Day

May 12 - Nurse's Day (May 10-6th) Nurse's Week

May 24 - Victoria Day 

June 20 - Father's Day

July 1 - Canada Day

Aug 2 -Civic Holiday

Sept 6 - Labour Day & Rosh Hashanah starts

Sept 15/16 - Yom Kippur

Oct  11 - Thanksgiving

Oct 31 - Halloween

Nov 11 - Remembrance Day

Nov 28 - Hanukkah Begins

Dec 25 - Christmas Day

Philly Cheese Steak-Stuffed Bell Peppers!

Great weekday supper for a cold winter night, quick and super easy.

Ingredients:

1 lb of thinly sliced sirloin steak or you can use deli roast beef., 8 slices of Mozza cheese or Provolone, 4 large green peppers, 1 med size onion, 3 tbsp butter,  3 tsp EVOO, S&P.  

Preheat oven 400 deg F, line baking sheet with parchment paper. 

Slice a piece off each pepper lengthwise and remove ribs and seeds. Slice onions and saute over medium heat with butter, olive oil and s & p.  If cooking from a sirloin steak, cook for 25 minutes to caramelized onions, put steak in for 5 minutes until just not pink.  Line the inside of each pepper with a slice of cheese. Fill each pepper with meat mixture until full. Top each pepper with another slice of cheese. Grated cheese works as well.  Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese on top is golden brown.

NEW Warm Buddy Masks!!! 

Our newest Warm Buddy is modeling the Ulta soft, double layered, washable mask. It's very comfortable, effective and comes with anti stress aromatherapy oil spray! $20.00 or include with a basket of your choice!

For our Corporate clients, you can also provide us with some marketing items to put in your customers baskets...here are a few suggestions!

 Dentist- Travel size brush & toothpaste, Physio & Massage- Pedometers or stress balls.. Nail techs & Hair Stylists- Nail files, small sample size hand creams, shampoos or conditioners. Optometrists- Eyeglass wipes,  Realtors- Calendar magnets for fridge, conversion magnets, pens & pads.  Pet Groomers- Dog treats. Car Sales- Car air fresheners. Accountants & Financial planners- mini purse size calculator with pen and pad.....

Let the Mug say it all!

Miss a birthday, anniversary, well, sometimes we have an event or occasion to make amends, and, well words can help, but so can a gift that tells them so. It doesn't take much but a simple gesture. This Canadian Dictionary mug says it all and with a touch of humor should the occasion require it.  We can fill these mugs with an array of gourmet items sure to please.

Prices range from $20.00 to $25.00 depending on what is included.