An Impressive Gift, Effortlessly Chosen

Some gifts are chosen simply to acknowledge an occasion. Others become part of the occasion itself.

The Grand Gathering Gourmet Collection represents the finest expression of gourmet gifting from Gift Baskets By Design. Created for moments when presentation, quality, and generosity all matter...

Thoughtfully Chosen For

The Grand Gathering has been created for occasions where generosity, presentation, and exceptional quality matter most. It is especially suited to:

• Prestigious client and executive gifts
• Law firms, professional offices, and corporate teams
• Weddings and engagement celebrations
• Milestone anniversaries and birthdays
• Retirement and professional recognition
• Generous thank-you gifts
• Housewarmings and family gatherings
• Meaningful expressions of sympathy
• Holiday entertaining and corporate appreciation

Choose Your Collection

Signature

Each collection has been thoughtfully assembled to create a complete gourmet entertaining experience, with every tier building upon the last through additional artisan foods, premium confections, and entertaining favourites.

Every collection includes:

• Brie
• Smoked Salmon
• Francisco Gomez Olive Oil
• Favuzzi Champagne Vinegar
• Sour Cherry Jam
• Red Pepper Jelly
• Rustic Rosemary Crackers
• Water Crackers
• Eclipse Coffee
• Davidson's Organics Black Tea Variety
• Cookie It Up Chocolate Shortbread
• Annie's Premium Chocolates (24-piece box)
• Large Chocolate Truffle Collection
• White Chocolate Caramel Popcorn
• Gourmet Snack Mix
• Handfuel Everything Bagel Cashews
• Pretzels

Premium

Everything included in the Signature Collection, plus:

• Smoked Gouda
• Manchego Sausage
• Fig, Apple & Walnut Compote
• Kitchen of Love Pistachio Almond Biscotti
• Almond Butter Crunch

Building upon the Signature Collection, the Premium Collection introduces another artisan cheese, savoury sausage, a rich fruit compote, and elegant sweets that complement the collection beautifully, creating an even more generous gourmet experience.

Elite

Everything included in the Premium Collection, plus:

• White Cheddar
• Salmon & Lobster Pâté
• Maple Mustard
• Favuzzi Lemon & Black Olive Tapenade
• Dolcetto Tuscan Crackers
• Cedar Valley Pita Chips
• Sea Salted Caramels
• Galerie au Chocolat Dark Chocolate Bar

The Elite Collection expands the entertaining experience even further with additional artisan cheeses, savoury accompaniments, premium crackers, and Canadian confections. It is especially well suited to executive gifting, valued business relationships, generous family gifts, and life's milestone occasions.

Prestige

Everything included in the Elite Collection, plus:

• Handcrafted in Calgary Laminated Cheese Board
• Acacia Handle Cheese Knife
• Garlic & Herb Cheese
• Rum Penne Rigate
• Drizzle Honey
• Caramelized Onion & Maple Confit
• Cheese Stuffed Peppers
• Breadsticks
• Bliss Gourmet Hazelnut Florentines
• Dolcetto Wafers
• Galerie au Chocolat Milk Chocolate Bar
• Laura Secord Fudge
• Handfuel Sweet Chili Mixed Nuts
• Handfuel Raw Nuts with Berries
• Hardbite Chips
• Handfuel Pistachios
• Milk Chocolate Covered Oreos

Created for the most important relationships and life's most significant occasions, the Prestige Collection is the definitive expression of The Grand Gathering. Its extensive gourmet assortment is complemented by a handcrafted Calgary cheese board and acacia cheese knife, leaving the recipient with a beautiful keepsake for future gatherings.

Beautifully Presented

Every Grand Gathering collection is arranged in a wooden gift box handmade in Calgary, chosen to reflect the quality and generosity of the collection within. Each gift is wrapped in crystal-clear cellophane and finished with a substantial black double-faced satin ribbon, tied into a structured bow that creates an elegant, refined presentation.

The combination of natural wood, transparent wrapping, and rich black satin creates a timeless presentation that feels equally appropriate in executive offices, luxury residences, wedding celebrations, housewarmings, and sophisticated corporate settings.

The Prestige Collection also includes its handcrafted Calgary cheese board and acacia cheese knife, beautifully incorporated into the presentation.

Delivered with Care

Each Grand Gathering Gourmet Collection is handcrafted to order, professionally presented, and accompanied by a complimentary personalized gift message before being carefully hand delivered.

Because of the size of this collection, it is available exclusively for hand delivery throughout Calgary, as well as Airdrie, Chestermere, Cochrane, and Okotoks.

Add a Personal Touch

Enhance The Grand Gathering with a bottle of premium wine or Champagne, an elegant candle, additional gourmet chocolates, specialty coffee or tea, or another thoughtfully chosen keepsake.

For corporate orders, branded cards and company materials may also be incorporated into the presentation, creating a polished gift that represents your organization beautifully.

A Lasting Expression of Generosity

The Grand Gathering Gourmet Collection brings together exceptional food, local craftsmanship, and an unmistakable sense of abundance. Whether recognizing an important client, celebrating a wedding, expressing heartfelt sympathy, thanking someone whose contribution truly matters, or gathering loved ones around a table, The Grand Gathering offers the confidence of knowing your gift will arrive beautifully presented, generously abundant, and remembered long after the occasion itself has passed.