Go to the store or order online? That’s a choice every consumer faces when it comes to buying something. In the wake of the pandemic, online shopping is even more popular than ever, and why not? The advantages of online shopping are many: not only do you have increased access to product information, you can also shop without leaving home (without even leaving your bed) and opt for expedited delivery. These days you can even enjoy a more personalized shopping experience. But while online shopping seems like an excellent choice when it comes to buying books and clothing, what about…
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Continue ReadingLooking for a gift to make the graduate in your life feel special? Graduations are big life moments. Finishing high school is considered the turning point from childhood to adulthood, while graduating from college is a time for them pursue their dreams in the real world. Then there are those who go after advanced degrees or get their degree at a later time. Grads of all ages are special in their own way, and gourmet fruit baskets are a great way to celebrate their achievement and let them know how proud you are of them! Fruit Gifts to Send the…
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Continue ReadingPuzzling over what to get your mother for Mother’s Day this year? You’ve probably been down the traditional road (flowers, cake, taking her out to brunch) in years past, but if you’re looking for something different, Pittman & Davis can help! Here are some of our most popular gourmet and fruit gifts that will delight Mom with their ingenuity while still giving a nod to those old, beloved traditions. A Colorful Bouquet Flowers! More flowers are sent on Mother’s Day than at any other time of the year. They’re pretty, colorful, sweet-smelling, and a great way to brighten Mom’s day.…
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Continue ReadingJust as sweet-and-tangy navel oranges makes us think of Christmas stockings and crisp, juicy apples evoke images of fall, so do delicious, melting peaches make us think of summer. If summer had a taste, it would surely be peach, for when else can you enjoy fresh peaches in fresh cream, warm-from-the-oven cobblers, or whole and juicy while sitting in the swing on your front porch? The answer is: right now! It may not be warm enough yet to enjoy them on your porch, but Pittman & Davis Sweet Petit Peaches can bring back that summery feeling before the first day…
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Continue ReadingLooking for a great gift for a loved one? Treat the health nut (or wannabe health nut) to a beautiful basket full of gourmet fruits! Whether you have a specific giftee who is recovering from an illness, or you just want to send your recipient a gift with universal appeal, here are four gourmet fruit ideas for delivery from Pittman & Davis that are guaranteed to meet a wide variety of tastes: Citrus Fruits Citrus fruits (like tangerines and oranges) are known for being rich in Vitamin C, which helps strengthen the immune system to we’re less likely to get…
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Continue ReadingWith the start of a New Year comes New Year’s resolutions! Have you resolved to cut back on sugar this year? If so, we have good news for you…you don’t have to get rid of any fresh fruit gift baskets packed with premium fruit you may have received because, despite what you may have heard, giving up sugar does not mean you have to give up fruit! It’s no secret that sugar is bad for us. It lends to the prevalence of obesity, makes our cells age faster, increases our risk of diseases (such as Type II Diabetes, Heart Disease,…
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Continue ReadingSay you’ve decided to order fruits from Pittman & Davis, either for yourself or as a fruits gift for someone else. But before you send fruits as a gift to someone, ask yourself this: how do you know if what you’re order is a fruit? How do you know it’s not a vegetable? You probably already know that, technically, tomatoes are fruits (even though the United States Supreme Court ruled they should be classified as vegetables under US Customs Regulations). The same holds true for cucumbers, green beans, olives, peppers, and winter and summer squashes, to name just a few.…
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Continue Reading‘Tis the season for holiday gift basket catalogues to arrive en masse, and no wonder…when loved ones live at a distance or your social distancing at home, sending Christmas gifts by mail is the perfect option for letting people know you care. The question is, what to send? Before you go perusing their gift lists, keep in mind that a special day like Christmas deserves a special start – a start that may be a bit hectic if you open presents first thing in the morning. Just because your hands are full doesn’t mean you or your loved ones need…
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Continue ReadingFor thousands of years people have smoked meats to add flavor and make the meat last longer. With modern methods of preserving meats (i.e. refrigeration) we’re not so dependent on smoking as we were, but it makes the meat taste so darn delicious we’re happy to keep doing it, anyway! Smoked meat gifts from Pittman & Davis are always popular, and never more so than during the holiday season. Meat gifts (like our Smoked Peppered Boneless Ham, for instance) are always well-received because you’re not only gifting your recipient a tasty treat, but an entire meal they can just heat…
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Continue ReadingAmong our customer Christmas Favorites at Pittman & Davis are our top-rated spicy Tamales! Does that surprise you? It won’t once you taste them – this savory best-seller is made with premium and falling-apart tender pork, beef and chicken, redolent with fresh Mexican spices and surrounded by a thin, moist layer of delicious corn meal, then wrapped in natural corn husks. Packaged with our spicy Cantina salsa, it’s an easy (and popular!) star for your holiday get-together! But how did tamales, of all things, get to be a holiday tradition? Tamales: A Christmas Tradition Tamales may seem an odd choice…