Scottish Hampers Launches Mid-Season Sale With Delicious Discounts On Popular Hampers

Foodies with an eye for a bargain can stock up on a series of delicious discounts this week as luxury hamper company, Scottish Hampers launches its annual mid-season sale.

With their exquisite selection of traditional products paired with some of the highest quality contemporary produce from around the UK, Scottish Hampers have become of the country’s premier providers of build your own hampers. With delectable products from all corners of the country, and their exclusive new selection of sale hampers has been chosen to reflect the very best Scottish Hampers has to offer. From personal treats to deluxe gifts for the entire family to enjoy, there is a hamper for everyone at a special sale price.

For a personal treat which includes a delicious selection of chocolate and cake, the Argyle Food Hamper is an ideal choice. The indulgence of the mouth-watering Evolution Of The Scot Milk Chocolate Bar combined with the refreshing lilt of the gently bubbling Belvoir Raspberry Lemonade makes for the perfect picnic kit or Sunday afternoon supper. The hamper also includes one Galloway Lodge Fine Cut Orange Marmalade, complemented by the crumbly delicacy that is a Nevis Bakery Dundee Cake. The hamper contains no alcohol, so can be given as a gift to anyone, and is available for just £21.99.

The fairly short cheese-making season in Scotland, paired with the long winters which are usually spent storing cheese, means that the Highlands have become principally known for their hard cheeses. The savoury, milky flavours and the soft, yielding texture of the Strathdon Blue is perfectly accompanied by the award-winning Inverloch Hard Goats Cheese, which was first produced in 1985, and all of the mouth-watering cheese in the Scottish Cheese Food Hamper can be sampled perfectly when tasted with the selection of three different packs of handmade oatcakes. The luxury hamper is available from Scottish Hamper’s sale section priced at just £39.99.

The pièce de résistance of Scottish Hamper’s brand new sale section is the aptly named Loch Ness Hamper, which fuses traditional Scottish fare with some favourites from across the continent, including a wonderful selection of wine, champagne and other spirituous beverages. Delivered in two large hampers, the contents include a varied selection of cheeses, smoked meats, traditional Scotch Haggis, cakes, an assortment of preserves and a luscious medley of chocolate treats. This extravagant gift would make a perfect Christmas food hamper, and is sure to keep the cupboards well stocked many months after the festive season has finished. The Loch Ness Hamper is available to buy priced at just £319.99.

Scottish Hampers Launch New Range of Fitted Picnic Hampers

Scottish Hampers launch a quintessentially British range of fitted picnic hampers in their build-your-own hamper section this week to mark the official start of Spring. The three beautiful wicker designs are made from traditional willow and include the Chiller, Whisky and the chic Highland picnic hamper, which comes complete with plates and cutlery. Each is designed to make eating outdoors a delight, whatever the weather.

As the first of the brand new fitted food hampers, the classic Chiller is festooned with high-quality leather straps, hinges  and a removable chiller bag, perfect for keeping foods fresh for longer. Bottles of luscious Sicilian lemonade, IPA beers or locally sourced cured meats can all be kept cool within, ensuring that they remain delicious all day long. The chiller bag within makes this hamper design perfect for picnics or for occasions where the food might not be devoured all at once; a weekend away, for example. The hamper can hold between six and twelve items depending on their size, and the flexibility of the build-your-own hamper option means that this hamper can cater to budgets large and small.

The second fitted hamper makes a perfect gift for lovers of whisky. The Whisky hamper is split into five sections, with one large enough to house a standard 70cl bottle of whisky, as well as four glasses. Made from buffed willow for a durable and charming exterior, the hamper is a wonderful gift for a grandfather on his birthday, for a man on his stag party or for a brother who enjoys a sip of liquor now and then. Whiskeys can be chosen from the Scottish Hampers website; there is a large selection available, with favourites including Glenmorangie, Macallan, Bells and Glenfiddich.

The third hamper adds a touch of pure luxury to any countryside picnic or weekend getaway. The fully fitted luxury picnic hamper comes complete with an entire set of dinnerware for two people. Plates, cutlery and a bottle opener are all included within the hamper, and are allocated their own pocket within the hamper itself to keep them safe and secure. The hamper holds up to twelve items of food or drink, and with a huge range of food items on the Scottish Hampers website, anyone can indulge in the perfect picnic. Whether opting to satisfy a sweet tooth with a hamper full of cakes and biscuits, or gratify a savoury palate with a selection of cheese, oatcakes and locally sourced cured meats, the beauty of these customisable hampers is in their flexibility. With the three new fitted options, they are more flexible than ever.

Corporate Hampers Can Take Gift-Giving That Extra Mile

Corporate gift-giving is on the rise, as companies and organisations compete for a client’s continued business or to make their sponsors, business partners or collaborators feel valued and appreciated. However, there is a fine line between offering up a bland gift without any thought whatsoever, and presenting a client with a gift that might be deemed to extravagant, or a waste of company resources. Food hampers are a great gift to give in any corporate situation, and they can be tailor-made to fit any budget necessary. The gifts can be personalised by creating a build-your-own food hamper, or they can be chosen from a pre-prepared selection which combine favourites from every food group. They can be given in almost any corporate situation to show commitment and gratitude, and to treat those close to the company.

Luxury food hampers can be used as a great corporate gift to say thank you to a regular customer or client, or to show appreciation to staff after a long and arduous campaign of some sort. Packed full of locally sourced items such as biscuits, preserves and cured meats, the hampers appeal to every palate, and contain something which everyone will enjoy. From buttery shortbread to luxurious chocolate truffles, there is something for the sweet tooth, whilst those partial to a more savoury snack can enjoy cheese sourced from all over the Scottish Highlands, with delicious oatcakes smothered in pate. Small hampers contain around 8 items, whilst the largest gifts for the most valued partners or clients can feed a small army with more than 20 different gourmet treats to enjoy.

Prizes and incentives can often motivate staff members within companies to smash their targets and work harder than ever. A luxury champagne hamper as a prize, complete with a stunning gift box and accompanied by some delicious chocolates is sure to stoke the competitive edge between employees. These elegant gifts often contain some of the most exclusive champagnes around, from Dom Perignon to Veuve Clicquot, and will offer a great incentive for end-of-campaign sales pushes or simply to give staff a little burst of motivation.

For those extra special customers who have shown their loyalty to the company, a more extravagant and special reward is surely necessary. Build-your-own food hampers demonstrate an extra level of commitment by a company, in that they are much more personal than a pre-packaged hamper. Going to the trouble of ascertaining a client’s favourite drinks, sweet treats and cheeses shows a great level of appreciation and can be used as a gift for only the most valued clients. These hampers are entirely flexible in size, with small, medium and large hampers available to fill with whatever the company may choose, and as such they can provide a thoughtful and exciting gift even whilst sticking to a budget.

Don’t be Left Red-Faced, Try Last-Minute Gifts from Scottish Hampers

Many people with large families and blossoming social circles have, at some point, allowed a birthday, anniversary or other special event to slip their mind. Having so many dates to remember in the midst of a hectic schedule, balancing work and home lives, means that the cardinal sin of forgetting a special occasion will sometimes be committed. A generic bath set or pair of socks might paper over the cracks, but they do not offer the considerate air that a well-thought out gift creates. One of the best last-minute gifts that can be given is a build-your-own food hamper, containing a specially chosen selection of delicious treats and beverages for the recipient to enjoy, oblivious to the eleventh-hour nature of their gift.

For birthdays, engagements and anniversaries, no celebration is complete without a bottle of bubbly for a toast. A luxury champagne hamper is a thoughtful gift that can be purchased at the last minute and will please all recipients. The hampers come in luxury cases to show off the gift to its full potential, and often contain not only an exclusive bottle of champagne, but are also accompanied by a box of delicious chocolates or other sweet treats. They can be personalised with a unique message and delivered to the door of the recipient, or they can be delivered to the home of the gift-giver so they needn’t turn up at the celebration or party without something to offer.

The weather is beginning to turn, temperatures are starting to slowly rise, and some may be planning to spend their special occasion outdoors. Whether holding a baby shower picnic in a local park or celebrating an anniversary with a garden party, a luxury food hamper is bound to be the perfect gift for this occasion. They don’t require much planning or notice, but when they are packed full of decadent favourites such as local cheeses and elegant chocolate truffles, they appear to be a thoughtful and well-researched gift. At these sort of occasions, the larger hampers can also be shared around all guests and remove the stress of catering from those hosting the party.

A build-your-own hamper is also a great solution as a last-minute gift. It simply requires a basic knowledge of the recipient’s favourite wine or alcoholic drink, and educated guesses or asking around can be used to figure out whether they would appreciate cheese and preserves or cakes and biscuits. The luxury hampers are beautifully presented and are delivered within days of their order, making a perfect option for those busy individuals whose calendars failed them.

Enjoy a Holiday At Home With A Scottish Hamper

For a relatively small collection of islands, the United Kingdom has a wealth of attraction situated within from glorious beaches to urban cityscapes, and from a rich historical heritage to some of the most cutting-edge modern art and theatre. It is little wonder more and more people are choosing to shun traditional holiday destinations abroad and have their own ‘staycation’ right here in the UK. With Easter and a raft of bank holidays approaching; here are some of the country’s top destinations for a stay-at-home getaway.

Cornwall

Situated in the south western corner of England, Cornwall can lay claim to being one of the warmest and sunniest placed in the country. The coastline is stunning with beautiful stretches of sandy white beaches interspersed with sandy white coves. A little further inland the lush green countryside does not betray any hint of being so near the coast. Self-catering caravans and apartments are available all over Cornwall. For a truly relaxing day out a luxury food hamper on the beach or a grassy knoll overlooking Tintagel should do the trick.

Bath

The inspiration behind Jane Austen’s Persuasion, Bath is a pretty Roman spa town filled with beautiful architecture and exciting attractions. The botanical gardens and a hot air balloon ride are a must. For a real treat, enjoy a champagne food hamper whilst floating dreamily over the rolling Somerset countryside. The Thermae Bath Spa is also a must see; a historical spa located in a recently renovated glass building. Why not tie in your visit with one of Bath’s key events such as the Bath Literature Festival (March) and the Bath Fringe Festival (May).

Anglesey

This tiny island off the coast of Wales has been given a royal seal of approval and is the chosen home of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge whilst Prince William is on RAF duty. The wild and untamed coastal paths are perfect for walking holidays and eager dolphin-spotters might even catch sight of one of their favourite marine animals leaping from the sea nearby. Caernarfon Castle is just across the water on the mainland and makes for a great day out, whilst anyone entertaining children can equally enjoy a day at Anglesey Sea Zoo.

The Peak District

Home to some of the most spectacular scenery in the UK, the Peak District is an ideal destination for a weekend getaway without leaving the country. Bird-watching and fishing enthusiasts are particularly attracted to this area and armed with a food hamper full with a range of wonderful goodies, will enjoy many an hour in this beautiful countryside. Luxury B&Bs are dotted around the area although many holidaymakers in this area prefer a self-catering cottage. Haddon Hall and Chatsworth House, two of the most beautiful stately homes in the country and the venues for many TV and film sets are well worth a visit, while tiny villages like Bakewell and New Mills are great places for bike rides or long walks.

Luxury Food Hamper Makes For The Perfect Spring Gift

The weather has begun to turn after a few truly terrible months, and the UK can finally say that spring is on the way. Temperatures are starting to rise, flowers are beginning to bloom, and springtime brings a whole range of small events that are cause for celebration. From St Patrick’s Day for those of Northern Irish descent and the religious observations of Easter and Passover, to Mothering Sunday and St Andrew’ Day there is plenty to celebrate in spring, and a myriad of excuses for everyone to indulge in a luxury food hamper.

Mothering Sunday is first on the calendar, there could be no better way to treat the matriarch than to present her with a build-your-own food hamper packed to the brim with all of her favourites. Gathering the family round is the perfect way to show appreciation for Mum on this dedicated day, and the variety included within a food hamper means there is something for everyone. Children can enjoy cakes, biscuits and chocolates while the adults sample cured meats, superb selections of locally produced cheese and oat biscuits. Alcohol-free drinks can be included for non-drinkers or designated drivers, and there are extensive selections of wines and bottles of champagne just for Mum to enjoy. Whether given as a personalised gift or brought for everyone to share, a hamper packed full of goodies is a must on Mother’s Day.

A bank holiday in Northern Ireland and a reason to celebrate for many otherwise, St Patrick’s Day is one of the most widely celebrated patron saint days in the world. Everyone with a hint of Irish heritage gets on board with this rambunctious and exciting celebration; Irish pubs are flooded with revellers, parades are organised in town centres across the country and quiet tradition is often overlooked in favour of Guinness and parties. For those who wish to celebrate St Patrick’s Day in a more sedate style, luxury food hampers contain a selection of beers and imported wines which can be enjoyed at home or in a party scenario with good friends keen to celebrate their Irish heritage.

Towards the end of March falls the Easter period, which begins with Palm Sunday on the 24^th and ends with Easter Monday eight days later. Easter is traditionally spent feasting on chocolate eggs, but for those who want to spend their bank holiday weekends in a slightly more extravagant manner, a large food hamper will see the entire family through the full Easter period. The hampers at the larger end of the scale hold up to twenty-five separate items; enough to cater for all the family and a selection of close friends, too. Their capacity and their unending versatility through build-your-own options make food hampers the perfect way to celebrate the countless special occasions in the coming weeks.

Scottish Hampers Offers Perfect Treat for Mums This Mother’s Day

Mothering Sunday this year falls on 10^th March, and leaves families across the UK with just weeks to plan how best to thank their mother for all they have done in that year. Celebrated in Great Britain on the fourth Sunday of Lent, Mother’s Day is a tradition honoured by many across the world at different times of the year, and involves gifts, cards and generally showing the appreciation that many forget to express to their matriarch. One of the best ways in which to celebrate Mother’s Day is with the gift of a luxury food hamper; follow this guide for suggestions on how to use such a gift to make this Mothering Sunday one she will never forget.

The Traditional

Mothering Sunday has a wealth of religious connotations as well as its more contemporary meaning. It used to be known as ‘Mid-Lent Sunday’, and was the one day in Lent when fasting rules were relaxed, in honour of the Feeding of the Five Thousand story from the Christian Bible. The date started out as a Roman Spring festival, but as Christianity spread, Mother’s Day was adopted by Christians; four hundred years ago, many made a point of visiting their nearest church of place of worhip, and many families choose to continue this tradition today. For families honouring the day with a church service in the morning, a food hamper is the perfect way to cap off a respectful and contemplative morning. Gathering the family round after church to enjoy local delicacies and delectable snacks is the perfect way to spend a Mother’s Day.

The Afternoon Tea

A small and intimate gathering of closest family members makes a wonderful way to celebrate Mother’s Day, but would be incomplete without appropriate food and drink options. The Afternoon Tea food hamper contains all of the necessary ingredients for a pleasant and family-oriented day, with some a bottle of Prosecco for the adults and some divine chocolate treats to keep the children occupied. Whether Mum is a coffee or a tea person, the hamper caters for all drinking tastes, and includes both sweet and savoury biscuits, preserves and Scottish macaroons to cap it all off.

Simnel Sunday

Another age-old tradition that comes with Mothering Sunday is the baking of Simnel cake or ‘mothering cake’ as it is sometimes known. The tradition began in the 1600s in Britain, when servants or those working in other families’ houses were given the day off to visit their mothers every year. Servants often took their mothers a marzipan pastry that is today known as Simnel cake; the fourth Sunday of Lent is still called Simnel Sunday in parts of England. If baking is not a strong point, or if Mum is not a fan of marzipan, a build-your-own food hamper filled with alternative cakes and treats would make an excellent replacement. Madeira cake is a popular choice, with tea cakes, cherry cake and the omnipresent Dundee cake all options to stock up the hamper with.

The Extravagance

Many families opt to send Mum away for a relaxing getaway, whether it is to a countryside hotel for a weekend of relaxing walks, or a suburban spa retreat where she will be pampered and waited on hand and foot. It can be made extra special by sending on a special package of her favourite food for the hotel or spa to place in her room before she arrives. Build-your-own hampers or pre-selected luxury gift hampers are packed full of a variety of different foods, from cheese and wine to cured meats and preserves, and contain everything Mum might need for an enjoyable weekend, whether she is taking a picnic in the hills or enjoying champagne while she has a pedicure.

Prepare For Wedding Season with Scottish Hampers

Wedding season is fast approaching, and hundreds of brides and grooms across the country will be looking to put the finishing touches to plans for the most special day of their lives. Whether they are finalising table plans or booking hotels for stag parties, there is always an important task to be carried out to ensure that the upcoming nuptials go smoothly and everyone has a memorable day. Food is one of the most important aspects of the whole event, whether it is the wedding breakfast for all of the happy couple’s closest friends and family, or choosing what food to wake up to on what will be a busy and important day. This guide examines how best to enhance a wedding ceremony and all its accompanying events with the perfect food choices.

The Hen / Stag Party

Whether taking the gents on a golfing holiday or whether the girls are being whisked away on a spa weekend, the bride and groom can ensure their guests are well catered for with a choice of food hampers. The hampers are available in a variety of sizes to cater of all sizes of party; the groom and his best man might choose a simple cheese hamper, whilst the bride and her army of bridesmaids might opt for a delicious hamper full of nibbles to ensure they are satisfied while they enjoy their spa break.

The Rehearsal Dinner

Bringing the two families together for a sit-down meal is always a stressful task for brides and grooms, so worrying about menus and food lists is an unnecessary hassle. Hosting an informal gathering with a luxury food hamper for guests to enjoy at their leisure is a great way to encourage family members and close friends to relax before the busy day ahead. Many of these hampers include wine or beer to create a more relaxed environment, with food ranging from cheese selections to traditional Scottish cakes. There is something to please the majority of palates, which will be reassuring to the bride and groom who have many other things on their mind.

The Morning Before

Pre-marital jitters can set in on the morning of a wedding day, and the ideal way to settle them is with an ultra luxurious champagne hamper. Presented in beautiful gift boxes, these hampers can be given as gifts or purchased by the bride and groom themselves as a way to ease themselves into what will be a day of indulgence and excitement for them. The exclusive champagnes are often accompanied by treats such as chocolate truffles which can be shared around bridesmaids, hair stylists and make-up assistants in preparation for the remainder of the big day.

The Morning After

The day after the wedding can often be as stressful and hectic as the wedding itself. Whether heading immediately off on honeymoon, thanking friends and family for their attendance, arranging and transporting gifts home or simply spending the day as a married couple for the first time, it is important for the bride and groom not to have to worry about food choices. Welcoming in their first day of married life can also be given a touch of luxury with a food hamper filled with delicious sweets, chocolates, champagne and other indulgent offerings; a way to cling to the luxury of the previous day for as long as possible.

A Gift Idea

Some couples decide to register so that their guests know exactly what items they would like to commence their married life with. However, for those who wish for their gift desires to remain ambiguous, there are a variety of options for wedding guests, one of these being a build-your-own food hamper catered entirely to the tastes of the bride and groom. Port or whisky lovers can be satisfied with the inclusion of each beverage, whilst personal favourite cheeses, preserves or desserts can be included for a personal touch that demonstrates to the bride and groom the thought that has gone into the gift.

Corporate Gift-Giving Gets a Personal Touch from Scottish Hampers This Spring

The act of gift-giving in a corporate context has become a crucial element of business for many. The demonstration that a client or partner is worth investing time, money and effort sends a message of commitment and professionalism, and lets them know that they are truly appreciated. However, with corporate gifts becoming so pervasive and universal, it can be difficult for organisations to truly make a mark. Bland shopping vouchers or other such non-personal gifts can be deemed thoughtless or superficial gifts, whereas at the opposite end of the scale, luxury gifts can be thought of as too extravagant, and might end up busting budgets.

One of the best ways to walk this line is by sending clients or partners a luxury food hamper. Packed full of traditional Scottish food and drink, these considerate and thoughtful gifts can set a company apart from a crowd and, with pre-assembled hamper options or the choice to build-your-own luxury food hamper, it is easier than ever for businesses to show their clients that they matter.

Companies with smaller budgets are better suited to smaller hampers, and the flexibility afforded by a personalised food hamper is perfect for this end. Small hampers holding 4-6 carefully chosen items can make a much bolder and more impressive statement than simply sending a generic hamper round to everyone on a mailing list. It helps to include a variety of food choices, and the options are plentiful; local cheeses, scrumptious chocolates, preserves, cured meats and traditional Scottish biscuits can all be packed into one hamper alongside a bottle of wine, port or beer – it adds extra merit to the hamper if the company deciphers which drink the recipient would favour beforehand.

Medium-sized hampers give much more room for manoeuvre. With room for up to twelve items, those putting together the luxury food hamper can afford to take advantage of even more variety, doubling up items and offering the recipient a greater element of choice. Including a bottle of both white and red is a great idea to ensure that all bases are covered, while blending immediate treats such as cakes and chocolates with items that can be used at leisure such as herbs, oils and pates, means that the hamper will not just be a flash in the pan, handed round the office and gone before the day is out.

The very largest hampers can hold up to twenty-five items and can be used as gifts for an entire workplace or section of clients if necessary. They can be ordered as a treat for use at a party or other special occasion, and the choices between red or white wine, chocolate or cake, and blue or white cheese, are removed; they can all be included for maximum choice.

Building a unique food hamper for each client shows a level of obligation and commitment that can go a long way in today’s society. Everyone likes to feel appreciated, and this can be achieved in a simple and flexible way by all businesses looking to treat their clients, employees or partners.

Scottish Hampers Available Now For Valentine’s Day Delivery

There is no more perfect time of the year to enjoy a champagne and chocolate combination than Valentine’s Day. Thousands of couples across the country will be celebrating this exciting novelty event; some will confess love to those in the dark, some will spend quality time with their other half and some will see it as the perfect occasion to ask a very important question. Therefore it’s vital that this special event is complemented perfectly by luxury food and drinks. Scottish Hampers’ food hampers for Valentine’s Day, all containing classic combinations of chocolate and bubbly, make the ideal choice for those couples looking to add an indulgent and special touch to the most romantic night of the year.

Presented in a beautiful gift box, the Pure Indulgence gift hamper consists of a box of truffles from Scotland’s oldest manufacturer and a bottle of rose Champagne from the famed Poilvert-Jacques. The combination of delicious truffles in different flavours, which melt on the tongue, and the mouth watering fizz of this pink champagne make this hamper a wonderful gift for a loved one, or simply something to share after enjoying a meal, an evening at the theatre or a night at an exclusive hotel. This hamper is available for just £51.59 and can be delivered just in time for the big night.

Simply the name Dom Perignon brings to mind class and elegance, so its presence in the Dom Perignon and Truffles luxury gift hamper immediately places this gift set as one for the most special of occasions. If this February 14^th is going to mark the night when an important proposal is made, it is important to have the appropriate champagne on hand to celebrate properly should the answer be ‘yes’. Along with 12 ‘Berry Scrumptious’ truffles, this chic black hamper offers everything necessary to complement such a memorable occasion, for just £202.80.

For many couples, Valentine’s is an intensely personal occasion, and so it is only fitting that any food hampers be entirely made up of hand-picked products. The build your own hamper option available at Scottish Hampers offers a nod to the unique and private nature of Valentine’s Day, allowing customers to choose exactly what they want to go in their hamper. Chocolates, heart-shaped jelly beans, exclusive champagnes and stunning gift boxes combine to make these hampers truly special, with the option to include other favourites like certain cheeses, dips, biscuits and cakes for a romantic picnic that will live in the memory forever.

To browse the entire collection of luxury gift hampers and order online visit http://www.scottishhampers.co.uk/ or call 0845 834 0086.