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From popcorn and pears to cheese and chocolates, these Harry & David gifts are guaranteed to please friends and family
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When you’re stumped on what to send someone, a food gift is always a winner. After all, everyone loves to eat, and there’s no clutter left behind, just the memory of a delicious spread. Harry & David is famous for its delectable food gifts. The brand is especially known for its exceptionally sweet Royal Riviera Pears, but its offerings now include everything from baked goods and gourmet snacks to wine, flowers and even home decor.
Here at Taste of Home, we’ve tested (and gifted) so many Harry & David gifts over the years. From curated gifts to their food of the month clubs, we’re always impressed with the quality and attention to detail present in these picks. Whether you’re gifting an individual or an entire office, there are Harry & David gift baskets of all sizes and price points. Here are some of our favorite Harry & David gifts for birthdays and special occasions.
Editor’s note: Packaging may vary between our testing photos and the product listing.
Chest of Chocolates with Wine
For folks who enjoy the finer things, you can’t go wrong with a Chest of Chocolates with Wine. This behemoth of sweets showcases a little bit of everything, including Moose Munch popcorn, chocolate decadence cake, candies galore and a bottle of red blend wine.
“The chest of chocolates and wine were packaged very carefully—some of the best packaging I’ve seen when it comes to keeping items safe and intact,” shares Shopping Editor Mary Henn in our Harry & David review.
Moose Munch Premium Popcorn Classic Tin
Moose Munch popcorn is a perennial favorite and one of the most popular Harry & David gifts in its catalog. Made of two types of corn and plenty of butter, this sweet-and-crunchy treat will likely be gobbled up on arrival! Packaged in a decorative metal drum, this classic set includes three flavors of Moose Munch premium popcorn: milk chocolate, dark chocolate and classic caramel.
“It’s easily the best popcorn I’ve ever eaten,” says Product Testing Manager Annamarie Higley. “The corn is fresh and maintains its crunch, and the chocolate is luscious and melts in your mouth. The dark chocolate was my favorite.”
Taste of Home shopping writer Barbara Bellesi Zito has sent many Harry & David baskets to family and friends over the years, but never had the chance to experience Moose Munch until recently. “The snack, the myth, the legend!” she says. “The popcorn itself is delicious—nice, fat kernels—and the chocolate bits added in really make it special. My favorite was the classic caramel. It was like a high-end Cracker Jacks.”
Signature Bakery Assortment
The Signature Bakery Assortment arrives overflowing with cakes, baklava, galettes, cookies and a cinnamon swirl. It’s the ultimate gift for holiday hosts and folks who love a healthy assortment.
“Everything looks fresh, and upon opening the box it smelled absolutely lovely, like a local bakery,” Shopping Editor Emily Way says of the delivery experience. “Excellent variety—there’s a little something for everyone whether you’re a fan of fruity cookies and cakes or prefer chocolate. My husband and I went through about half the treats after a week. The good thing is that everything freezes well, so that’s an option if your giftee can’t work their way through it quickly enough (though that shouldn’t be a problem—everything is delicious!).”
Royal Riviera Christmas Pears
Harry and David Rosenberg began their empire in 1934 with one item: Royal Riviera pears from Medford, Oregon. Nearly a century later, these pears have become a treasured holiday tradition that spans generations. Sarah Tramonte, Culinary Producer and the tester of these pears, called them “perfect.” She recommends them to anyone who doesn’t eat sweets or who loves fruit.
Pick 12 Relishes
Harry & David’s condiments are the unsung heroes of their gift baskets. They might not be as showy as pears, chocolates or Moose Munch, but they’re just as beloved. Unlike many other Harry & David gifts, these jars can sit in the pantry for year-round enjoyment. The Pick 12 gift set lets you mix and match from a selection of different chutneys, relishes, spreads and jellies for a gift that’s as personal as it is delicious.
Emily has tried four of the relishes the retailer offers, and enjoyed each. “The relishes arrived in a box containing what resembles a drink holder from a fast food place, and each was wrapped in bubble wrap for security. Really great packaging, zero breakage,” says Emily. “While a bit pricey, the relishes are yummy and the portions are generous. The Original Pepper & Onion Relish is delicious. I’d honestly put this on everything: sandwiches, charcuterie, toast, crackers. Really nice, light, balanced flavor.”
Pick 2 Gourmet Coffees
When you can’t meet for coffee, a Harry & David’s Pick 2 Gourmet Coffees is a thoughtful alternative. For this gift, choose a pair of uniquely flavored, gourmet coffee made from Arabica beans. Choose whole bean, ground coffee or pods in a variety of unique flavors like Chocolate-Cherry Decadence, Caramel Pecan and Mouse Munch Milk Chocolate Caramel.
Mary got to sample this gift and had this to say: “Good flavored coffee. I like my coffee strong and flavorful, and this coffee did the trick. Certainly not craft beans, but a step above grocery store brands.”
Premium Chocolate Collection
Harry & David baskets often combine sweet and savory bites. But for those who love sweets—or more specifically, love chocolate—we recommend sending these Harry & David chocolate and truffles.
Barbara had the pleasure of sampling Harry & David chocolates and truffles from another collection as part of the Harry & David Chocolate of the Month Club, which made our list of favorite chocolate subscriptions. She’s still dreaming over the truffles in particular. “Normally, I’m a Lindor truffle fan with a little Godiva thrown in, but now that Harry & David chocolate is on my radar, it is my mission to enjoy more of it. Although I prefer milk to dark chocolate, I found the dark chocolate selections to be smooth and creamy, not bitter at all.”
Ultimate Charcuterie and Cheese Collection
Send your charcuterie-loving friend a board in a box that comes with everything for a premium tasting session! Each charcuterie gift box arrives with a signature Harry & David reusable charcuterie board, along with nearly a dozen delicious, stackable snacks. Inclusions like Rosemary and Olive Oil Asiago cheese, Toscano salami and 2020 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir allow your giftee to build each bite to their liking.
Scharffen Berger Chocolate Gift Basket
Wow your favorite chocoholic with a gift box bursting with rich cocoa flavor. Each beautiful black velour gift basket features a number of Scharffen Berger specialties, including an orange chocolate chunk cookie, dark chocolate-covered praline pecans, raspberry truffle Moose Munch Premium Popcorn and oat milk chocolate with coconut sugar, plus other indulgences. It truly covers every chocolate-coated base!
Deluxe Antipasto Assortment
Harry & David gifts are a lot more than just cookies and pears. The Deluxe Antipasto Assortment is full of small, savory bites they can easily set out for entertaining (or keep for themselves). They’ll receive an array of goodies including pre-sliced artisan salami and cheese, roasted peppers, a fire-roasted bruschetta spread, garlic-stuffed olives, artichokes with merlot and mixed nuts, along with a bamboo cutting board.
Wild Alaskan Smoked Salmon Trio
The flavor of wild Alaskan smoked salmon is incomparable. When smoked in the traditional style of the Pacific Northwest, it becomes the sort of holiday gift you dream about all year. This wild Alaskan smoked salmon trio includes three filets in three flavorful varieties: classic, black pepper and lemon dill.
Lucca & Sons Deluxe Wine Lover’s Gift Basket
This wine-themed gift basket features three excellent bottles of wine—cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay and merlot—along with an assortment of snacks to pair with them, including meats, cheeses, cookies and crackers. It’s the perfect gift for anyone who enjoys kicking back with a glass of wine and some small bites at the end of the day.
Create-Your-Own Gift Box
If you’re looking to customize gift baskets, Harry & David also offers the option to build your own. Choose from signature sweet chocolate-covered pretzels, savory cheeses and everything in between. Then, have the experts assemble it for you. It’s like building a box yourself, but without all the work that comes with shopping and packaging!
How We Found the Best Harry & David Gifts
We found the best Harry & David gifts through a mixture of research and firsthand testing. For the 10+ options we tried, we evaluated their presentation, compared them to their online listings and sampled and rated the contents. Other picks fulfilled our gifting criteria in different ways, usually by satisfying a range of budgets, receiving positive customer reviews and/or meeting different potential users’ interests or wants. Plus, there is often an overlap of products between those baskets we tried and those we didn’t.
FAQ
Are Harry & David pears worth it?
Harry & David pears come with a much steeper price tag than those from the supermarket, so understandably, you want to make sure they’re worth it. Touted as some of the world’s finest pears, they are the brand’s flagship product. Although you can’t always trust superlative claims like that, in this instance, you can. Various editors agreed that these pears were the best they’ve ever had.
Katie had this to say: “I have clearly never had a good pear before. These were incredible with a delightful, delicate flavor. They’re very juicy—like running-down-your-hand-as-you-eat-it juicy. They all got ripe and stayed fresh for several days. Truly amazing.”
What makes Harry & David pears so special?
The unique blend of growing conditions, timing and the temperature in Medford, Oregon, is what makes Harry & David pears exceptionally sweet and juicy. In addition, the company takes special care to harvest the fruit at the peak of ripeness so that all of the fruit is delicious when it reaches the customer.
Is Harry & David good quality?
Buying and shipping a gift—especially a food gift—is a bit nerve-wracking. You want to guarantee freshness, quality, accuracy and more. During our testing, we found that Harry & David passed our quality check with flying colors. Although some items (such as the pears, Moose Munch and cookies) impressed our staff more so than others, it’s safe to say all of Harry & David’s baskets are a success. Luckily, other brands, including Cheryl’s, 1-800-Baskets and Wolferman’s, are owned by the same company, so you can trust their stuff, too!
According to gifting expert and founder of Subarzsweets, Daphne Subar, shopping for a food gift online requires a bit of extra attention. Things like beautiful packaging make the gift even more meaningful, while practical details—such as no refrigeration, a good shelf life and nationwide shipping—ensure it’s both convenient and enjoyable.
Where are Harry & David products made?
Harry & David-branded items are produced in Medford, Oregon, at the company’s on-site bakeries, candy kitchens and packaging facilities.
Why You Should Trust Us
Aside from testing a handful of these products firsthand, finding the best gift baskets is just what we do on the daily! Both shopping editors and culinary experts worked on this list. Our shopping editors spend their time scouring the internet for the latest and best finds in food, kitchen and lifestyle categories. We’re pros at identifying top options based on price, user reviews, vendor, novelty and more. Similarly, our culinary team members are experts in their trade. With their combined decades of kitchen experience, they’re more than qualified to assess the quality of food products and ingredients.
For this piece, we spoke to gifting Daphne Subar for insights on what makes a good food gift. Subar is the founder and CEO of Subarzsweets, LLC, a unique online bakery and gifting service. In 2016, after 26 years of practicing law, Subar decided to follow her passion for baking, launching a business that combines creativity, community and entrepreneurship. Subarzsweets began with a single flavor and package size and has since grown to offer over 20 varieties in multiple sizes. The business now includes a popular membership program, allowing clients to enjoy regular deliveries.
