"Fun fact about me: My love language is gift giving. When I first came to the conclusion, I’ll admit I was a little bit embarrassed. Of all five of the other love languages (acts of service, physical touch, words of affirmation, and quality time), gift-giving, at the surface, seems like it would be the most shallow. But hear me out: I promise I’m not a superficial, vapid gold digger. For me, giving and receiving gifts isn’t about spending money or having “stuff.” It’s about the sentiment. It says “this made me think of you!” and I think that’s really freakin’ special.
And if we’re getting more specific, my love language is gifting in the form of food. If you show up at my apartment with a bouquet of chicken nuggets, I will fall madly in love with you. If you don’t want me to fall madly in love with you, that’s fine. Just be sure not to do this.
Make someone’s day by sending them one of these 25 edible gifts because, after all, the most tried-and-true way to the heart is through the belly (at least for me, anyway).
Levain Bakery, we love your work! Gift a taste of NYC to your favorite friend with these iconic six-ounce cookies. Also, can we talk about how cute this gift wrapping is? This is perfect for your friend who watches The Great British Baking Show on repeat. This kit has everything you need to become a French patisserie chef in your very own kitchen. This box contains all the best goodies: single-origin coffee, crunchy granola, lightly salted heirloom popcorn and potato chips, cookies, and more. And while we love all of those things, we love even more to gift something that supports eliminating hunger, sustainable agriculture, youth in need, and Black-owned businesses. Confession: We love cheese boards, but we don't always have the willpower to make them. This Best of France Cheese Board is the perfect gift for the cheese lover in your life. It feeds five to seven people, includes three French cheese varieties, and comes in a unique gift box. I.e. we're sold. We want to buy this set because of the packaging alone. But if you think that we won't tear it open to get to Sugarfina's most craveable candies in record time, then you must not know us. The perfect candy gift exists, and this is it. These boxes are a candy lover's dream. Simply choose from four different sizes, personalize the message, and gift to a friend. The best part? They all come sealed, gift-wrapped, and ready to be devoured. This edible cookie dough assortment is absolutely genius. This particular set includes four 12-ounce pints in the flavors Chocolate Chip off the Ol' Block, Birthday Bash, Cookies n' Dream, and Milk n' Cookies. Enjoy this sunny L.A. treat anywhere in the United States. Milk Bar is one of our favorite edible brands to send to our friends. This assortment has goodies that will excite everyone: cookies, truffles, and pie. I'm about to say something crazy: It does not have to be anyones birthday to enjoy funfetti. Sure, it's more festive that way, but I think that three tiers of vanilla cake, frosting, and sprinkles is the right indulgence for any occasion. There's just something about a New York-style bagel that hits significantly different from the rest. These Russ & Daughters authentic assorted bagels are perfect for an at-home Sunday brunch, a mid-day snack, or anything in between. Give the gift of flakey, buttery, Parisian-style croissants for your loved one to enjoy without leaving their home. These croissants are out of this world and will make whoever you gift them to feel like they've transported straight to France. Dare we say it: This Milk Chocolate Truffle collection is the perfect gift for any chocolate enthusiast. This assortment features a rare combination of truffles that is sure to make any chocolate lover swoon. Live from Chicago, it's Garrett popcorn! Gift this Windy City staple anywhere in the United States and Canada. We may be biased, but having a taste of Chicago in the comfort of your own home is our idea of a good time. These Mini Macarons are almost too cute to eat. But will that stop us from eating all 25 in one sitting? Absolutely not. Double stuffed, bite sized, and gluten-free? You can't go wrong with these little guys! OK, if you don't know the Crumbl hype, where have you been? Between the unique flavors made weekly and the cutie pink box, this makes the sweetest gift for any friend, any time. These decadent chocolate covered strawberries from Edible Arrangements are the absolute ideal treat. Name a better duo than semi-sweet chocolate and a fresh, juicy strawberry. We'll wait. Because we could all use a bit of a reminder that "we're doing great" these days. And nothing says "you're loved" quite like an assortment of 25 mini cupcakes that will make your taste buds go nuts. Insomnia cookies are an instant classic, and these lil' dippers are a unique take on the classic cookie delivery. Think Dunkaroos (throwback!) but the fresh version. If you think I won't be eating the buttercream by itself once my cookies run out, you're wrong. Do you have a friend going through a tough time? What about a friend who is celebrating something special? How about one that just loves pie? This caramel pecan pie will always be, without a doubt, the perfect gift. How insanely good do these assorted chocolates look? Gift one to your loved one and one to yourself—you deserve it. Three words, 20 letters, say it and I'm yours: Classic Banana Pudding. If you haven't tried this yet, we reckon that you haven't lived yet. This stuff is so good, and now, this NYC-born bakery can be delivered and enjoyed in the comfort of your own home. Possibly one of the most unique gifts you could ever give is this dumpling kit. For the friend who spends way too many coins on going out for dumplings, gift them this kit so they can learn to make yummy savory ones at home. For the coffee lover in your life, give the gift of pure bliss—craft roasted coffee for three, six, or 12 months. Fuel never tasted so dang good. Katz's Delicatessen is a New York favorite for a reason, and they now ship anywhere in the U.S. and Canada. This is the ultimate gift for foodies, ex-New Yorkers, and deli fans alike. In Chicago, we have a theory that you don't know pizza until you've tried Lou's deep dish. Trust us, this isn't your average pizza delivery. Hot sauce fans, unite! This three-pack of truffle-infused hot sauce brings the spice and is the most beautifully unexpected item you can gift to a loved one. It's Oprah's favorite, so it's guaranteed to be good.
