Father’s Day Gift Guide
Father's Day and the Unexpected and Grand Lobster Dinner lt must have been a good week because grandma gave grandpa a $10 bill to go and buy lobster for their Saturday night supper. In those days, lobster went for about $1 per pound. And with eight kids sitting around...
May 25th is National Wine Day!
Turn an ordinary day into an extraordinary one. This year, a lowly mid-week Tuesday will be elevated to a day of celebration as National Wine Day! Mark your calendar for May 25th! Cultivate your connections. If you're looking for a reason to connect with a valued...
May is Oregon Wine Month!
What makes Oregon wines special? Oregon is home to over 800 wineries producing around 100 different varietals. The diversity of soils, climates, and elevations inform the variety and creativity behind Oregon wines. Despite being the third largest producer of wine...
Valentine’s Day at Home: Wine, Music and Menus Volume II
We posted a blog called Valentine’s Day at Home: Wine, Music and Menus and the response was so overwhelming and fun, we thought we have to do a Volume TWO! It can be great getting dressed up, making reservations at a fancy restaurant and spending Valentine’s Day on...
Holiday Wines Part I – The Chardonnay Line Up
Before you know it, Thanksgiving will be here! In addition to all I’m grateful for, this has me thinking about wine. And dinner. Our table usually numbers more than 30. We’ve been known to have three turkeys (roasted, grilled, and deep fried) and everyone contributes...
Holiday Wines Part II – The Reds
Red is the color deeply entwined with some of our strongest feelings—passion, love, rage, danger. It even symbolizes good luck. What better wine to bring to you next family gathering? For many reasons, the holidays are a great time to stock up on wine—to enjoy, to...
Introducing Hand-Tied Rose Bouquets
Roses are red, violets are blue, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, here’s something new! Introducing hand-tied rose bouquets for our “What’s New?” feature. Did you know that the best time to cut roses is after 3 PM in the afternoon when they are highest in...
The 2020 Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
This year is just racing by, isn't it? Before you know it, Valentine's Day will be here. (By the way, don't you LOVE that it's on a Friday this year? We do!) If you're still looking to get something for your sweetheart that isn't flowers - and don't get us wrong, we...
The 2020 Valentine’s Day Flower Collection
Valentine's Day is such a particularly perfect opportunity to send your love to someone special. So when you want to show your better half how much you appreciate them, a lavish bouquet sends the perfect message! After all, what is a bouquet for your Valentine but the...
A Few of Our Favorite Fruit Recipes
During these cold and dreary months of mid-winter, it's a good time to consume as much fruit as possible. And with the new year as well, a lot of people are looking to get healthy. That's why fruit baskets make a perfect gift for these mid-winter milestones, from...
How to Celebrate National Cheese Lover’s Day
Mozzarella, parmesan, cheddar, gouda, swiss, camembert, havarti, asiago, brie; the list goes on and on. Today is the day, a day to celebrate arguably one of the most beloved foods in the world: Cheese. Whether you enjoy it as is on a cheese board, atop a big bowl of...
What Wine Goes with Dinner Tonight?
Knowing how to pair your wine with the food that you're eating may seem like a confusing and daunting task, but there are just a few tricks you need to learn, and pretty soon you will be pairing like a pro. If you are wondering what wine goes with dinner tonight,...
Easy Ways to Add More Movement to Your Workday
Ladies and gentleman, welcome to a new decade! 2020 is officially under way and you know what that means? Resolutions are in full swing! Whether your focus is on healthy living, reading more, or trying something new, the new year is always exciting to start fresh! For...
It’s National Thank You Month!
Ah, the holidays have come and gone. Sure, we may be a bit sad that the festivity has come to an end. But at the same time, aren't you a little excited about getting back into your routines, too? A fresh outlook on life comes with this new decade. What are some of...
The Best Champagne for New Year’s Eve
Good or bad, the time has come to shake off the memories and events of 2019. We can feel it: 2020 is going to be a year of good health, prosperity and joy for us all! So how do we ring in a new year? With a Champagne toast, of course! Bringing a bottle of great...
The Best Office Potluck Recipes
Chances are, right now you're in the time of year where there's an office potluck on the horizon. I have a love-hate relationship with office potlucks. On one hand, I love to get together with coworkers and enjoy the food that they've made. Other the other hand, I...
Last Minute Holiday Gifts
Christmas is in 8 days!! Are you freaking out? Not done with all of your holiday shopping? Have no fear, we have plenty of last minute gift ideas that will still make it in time for Christmas! Whether you are in need of stocking stuffers, gifts for him, gifts for her,...
Pour on the Cheer! Unique Gifts for Wine Lovers
Hello, faithful GiftTree blog subscribers! Thanks for joining us as we take another look into what makes a good gift great. Here in the holiday season and as a wine lover, one of my favorite gifts to receive is wine. (I feel pretty safe in saying that's the favorite...
