This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of ACME Markets. The opinions and text are all mines.
I think I’ve run out of fingers to count on for how many times I’ve been asked what I’d like for Christmas. The older I get, the less time I try to spend focusing on buying gifts that people will only be excited about for the moment. When it comes to family, I ask them what they need, instead of what they want. Think about it; most people will forgo purchasing something they need because other “needs” get in the way. I figure but giving someone the chance to tell me what they need it kills two birds with one stone.
For my girlfriends, I do things a bit differently. Instead of asking them what they need each year I give them a box full of Melody’s Favorite things. Yes, I totally stole the idea from Oprah, but it’s so exciting to curate the basket and then wait for their reactions. Most people aren’t a fan of gift baskets and to be honest I’ll probably give you a “Gee thanks” along with a fake smile if you give me one put together from one of those baskets’ websites. I want to know that you put thought into it and chose things that I would enjoy. This way it will make the gift all the more special for me.
One of my friends has been having a tough year, so I’ve decided to put together a ‘This Call for Carbs and Dessert” Gift Basket. I mean, if you’re going to eat your feelings this is how you should do it right? To curate this ultimate gift basket I headed over to my local ACME Markets. I love shopping at ACME Markets, not only are the deals pretty on point for this girl on a budget, but the staff is super helpful. I will never forget the time I asked one of the team members who happened to be passing me in the aisle for assistance finding an item. It turns out she was on her lunch break and even though I insisted that I could find someone else instead of taking away from her break she told me not to worry and walked me around the store to hunt down the elusive item. Not only was she super helpful but I’ve even had a manager find me in the store while shopping to bring me an item I’d inquired about but couldn’t immediately find.
For this basket, I’m using products from ACME Markets Signature RESERVE™ line which has products perfect for helping celebrate life’s exceptional moments. We love using the Signature RESERVE Pasta sauce in my home because it offers rich, unique flavors – think tomato, porcini, and black truffle – that I don’t find with other brands. They not only feature globally sourced ingredients, but you can trust the quality of the final product because they only earn the Signature RESERVE label after a rigorous selection process.
As you can see the Signature RESERVE line contains tons of pasta and sauces to choose. There is also an array of decadent ice creams, teas, and even chocolates. I scooped up some of my faves, especially the Pecan Pie Filling with Aged Bourbon that should be illegal when drizzled over ice cream. You can find the Pie Filling Pecan with Aged Bourbon in the baking aisle, in case that’s the first thing you feel you have to have.
If you don’t have time to shop in store yourself check out the delivery and pick-up options in your area. There’s even an ACME Markets delivery app for added convenience. As you can see these Signature RESERVE products make the ultimate holiday gift basket. I also purchased an extra box of the Signature RESERVE Chocolate French Truffles because I wanted to do a quick taste test to make sure they were still as good as I remembered.
If you don’t have time to shop in store yourself check out the delivery and pick-up options in your area. There’s even an ACME Markets grocery delivery app for added convenience. It’s a total time saver. As you can see these Signature RESERVE products make the ultimate holiday gift basket. I even purchased an extra box of the Signature RESERVE Chocolate French Truffles because I wanted to do a quick taste test to make sure they were still as good as I remembered.
Do you create gift baskets for your family and friends? If so, what are some of your favorite things to include inside?
Make your holiday gift basket special with ultra-premium Signature RESERVE products – available in my area exclusively at ACME Markets and online. I buy my Signature RESERVE products at my local ACME Markets, and you can also find them exclusively at all the Albertsons Companies family of stores, including Albertsons, Safeway, Jewel-Osco, Vons, Pavilions, Randalls, Tom Thumb, Shaw’s, Star Market, and Carrs/Safeway. Visit ACMEMarkets.com to find a store near you.
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of ACME Markets. The opinions and text are all mine.
