With the pandemic preventing an in-person celebration last Christmas, a member of our staff elected to send her brother and his family our highly rated Christmas Breakfast, containing Buckwheat Pancake Mix, real Northwoods Maple Syrup, tender and flavorful Smoked Canadian Bacon, and a selection of our famous sugar-sweet Ruby Red Grapefruit and seedless Navel Oranges. Early Christmas afternoon, she received a tag notification; when she went to her brother’s social media page, she was delighted to find a video of him and his wife and kids happily enjoying the special breakfast she’d sent them while enthusiastically wishing her a merry…
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Continue ReadingAre you pumped for pear season? You should be – while apples (the quintessential fall fruit) have a reputation for keeping the doctor away, pears (the “other” fall fruit) also do their part in keeping you healthy. In fact, some of pears most powerful health benefits directly address our greatest health concerns as a culture. Here’s how the science stacks up on pear nutrition: Are Pears Good For You? Pears are not only delicious…they’re also super good for you! Just one medium-sized pear (about 5 oz.) is only 100 calories and completely free of fat, sodium and cholesterol, but full…
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Continue ReadingHave you heard? Predictions for on-time delivery of packages and cards this coming holiday season aren’t much better than last year’s. Maybe things won’t be quite as bleak as predicted, but if you’ve been browsing Pittman & Davis’s catalog for food gifts to send by mail this holiday season, sooner is probably better than later. The Solutions? Order Early. The best way to ensure your Pittman & Davis gifts arrive on time is simple: figure out what you want to get, place your order as soon as possible, and choose low-traffic ship dates wherever possible. The good news is that…
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Continue ReadingFresh from the Sunbelt: Our delicious citrus is coming along beautifully this season. It’s been hot and dry so we’ve added some supplemental watering. We are to begin testing the size and maturity this month to make sure you are getting the best quality fruit possible when it comes time to harvest around the beginning of November! Our Orchards are reporting an excellent quality crop this season! We believe this might be some of the best quality fruit we have seen in over a decade! The fruit finish for this year’s pear crop is outstanding with beautiful shape and high…
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Continue ReadingWhat’s high on America’s list of top health concerns? COVID-19 aside, the usual suspects probably won’t be much of a surprise to you: they include cancer, heart disease, diabetes (particularly Type II), dementia and obesity. But it may surprise you to learn that the apple – a common fruit – can go far towards helping to prevent all of these issues when made a regular part of your diet. If you’ve ever sent apple gift baskets from Pittman & Davis to your friends and loved ones, you probably got rave reviews, and no wonder – our apples are sweet, crispy,…
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Continue ReadingWhen is a good time to send a gift basket? You’re better off asking, when isn’t it a good time to send a gift basket! Did the holidays creep up on you, or did a special event (like a birthday or anniversary) you’re your mind? We get it – between work, family, and personal obligations, life can get pretty busy. That’s where Pittman & Davis comes in – we make finding the right gift easy for you, and you don’t even have to worry about wrapping or delivering it because we take care of all that, too. Plus, our fruit…
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Continue ReadingFor the second year in a row, Americans are faced with the challenge of celebrating the Thanksgiving holiday within pandemic guidelines. If you find this year that you have to eschew the sprawling, traditional gathering of extended family and loved ones for a smaller-scale Thanksgiving, take heart – there are lots of ways to show those you care about how thankful you are to have them even if you can’t all be together. Here are a few ideas for making Thanksgiving memorable and spreading the gratitude: Make it a Potluck. If you decide to forgo travel and celebrate with your…
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Continue ReadingThe holidays are coming, and presenting your valued customers, clients, and team members with a gift is a great way to make them feel appreciated, strengthen existing relationships and forge new ones! Corporate gifting has become standard practice for many businesses. But what should you give your business contacts? If you want to show your gratitude and make an impression at the same time, you should choose carefully to ensure your gift is one that your recipients will truly appreciate. After all, a cheap plastic water bottle with your company’s logo on it isn’t likely going to make much of…
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Continue ReadingLet our corporate gift specialists help you find the perfect gift! Looking to reward your employees and nourish your business relationships this holiday season? Choose from Pittman & Davis’s selection of corporate gift boxes and holiday fruit baskets! At Pittman & Davis, we understand how important it is to thank valuable customers and team members. Our family farmers deliver only the finest farm-to-table freshness, sure to impress and delight everyone on your client list. Our business gifts are nutritious, delicious and designed to highlight your company’s name and message. We Make Corporate Gift-Giving Easy. Let our Corporate Gift Specialists help…
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Continue ReadingThe past couple of years have been doozies, and now more than ever we need reasons to celebrate! If you want to reward your staff for their loyalty and a job well done in good times and bad, a fun party is a great way to blow off some steam. And the good news is that, even if the budget is a bit lean this year, you can still throw a great party. Here are some tips for treating your team to a fun time: 1. Decide on a good time to have your party. Think outside the box when…