With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, more than a few of us are scrambling for a unique gift idea for that special someone in our lives. Whether you’re looking for something unique to give your parter, or you’re in search of a monthly gift to yourself (you deserve it!), I’ve rounded up a few monthly gift boxes for the inner-foodie in us all. These boxes of goodies will be delivered right to your door every month, and include items to inspire you in the kitchen, or just get you drunk. No judgment here.
For the patriotic Canadian:
FoodiePages offers the CHEF’S BOX subscription, full of Canadian artisanal ingredients picked by various Canadian chefs. The box also includes recipes that use some of the ingredients you are shipped, giving you no excuse but to spice up your meals throughout the weeks until your next shipment. The subscription is $55 on a monthly basis or $300 for a six month term, and shipping is $13 flat rate a month.
You can also buy items à la carte, including wine, baking goods, kitchenware, and themed gift boxes.
For the caffeine craver:
Craft Coffee knows that for some people, the day hasn’t started until after that first cup of coffee. When signing up for this monthly subscription, you are asked to answer a quick four question survey to determine which type of coffee you generally drink and if you are wishing to spoil yourself with every cup or are just wanting to try something new. Your experience is highly customizable, including a decision between either one large bag of coffee a month or three smaller bags of different types of coffee, how you want your beans delivered (whole, French press,etc.), roast, the size of the sample bags, and the frequency of delivery. Depending on how fancy you want to get, the price can range from $11.99-$24.99 a month, and there are discounts if you commit to a six- or 12-month subscription and pay upfront. Shipping is a flat rate of $2.99 monthly.
Nothing smells better than freshly roasted beans.
For the small-batch craftsmanship lover:
Hatchery focuses on tasting boxes filled with unique, regional ingredients made in small batches by farmers and small business owners around the U.S. The delivery of sample-sized ingredients and condiments also includes recipes, and if you find a sample you really like, you can purchase the full-sized version on their online store. The website is filled with recipe ideas, kitchen tips, and a section on “Meet the Makers,” so you can read more about who is making the goodies you’re getting delivered. There is also a “personal shopping assistant” you can contact by phone or a live chat option on their website to ask questions about ingredients, or for recipe ideas. You can opt for a month-to-month subscription for $25, or the annual option at $20/month ($240 annually), and shipping is free!
For the wine-o:
If wine is your weakness, get it delivered monthly!
If you’re like me, wine is a weekly treat. The Kensington Wine Market caters to those of us who enjoy a fine glass (or three) every so often, and what’s better than a delivery of vino right to your door? You pick your monthly budget of $25-30/month (one bottle), $50-55/month (two bottles) or $75-$80/month (three bottles), and can customize whether you want only white, only red, or to alternate between the two every month. Delivery costs vary for where in the city the box is sent to, and they recommend that you send it to a business address rather than a residential one because of the legalities around delivering alcohol. With the $25-$30 budget choice, you can opt for craft beer instead of wine if that’s your preference, and be delivered one to five bottles of beer on a monthly basis.
If none of these are quite what you’re looking for, browse Amazing Clubs. This website offers free delivery on a huge assortment of monthly subscriptions, including jerky, gluten-free, hot sauce, and PB & J options.