10 Unique Gift Baskets from Around the World

How far does your taste for food exploration travel? Do you stick to your local favorites or venture out to try new, eccentric delicacies? If you take pleasure in gourmet cookies, chocolates, brownies, popcorn, dried fruit, and nuts, or a classic bottle of wine, a gourmet gift basket would be just right for you! Among a variety of others, these most desired and enjoyed delectable treats come plentiful in a gourmet gift basket!

However, have you ever wondered what may be found in a gift basket from another location in the world, perhaps a foreign land or country? What are the essential delicacies they indulge in or send to a friend or loved one as a gift? We took our appreciation for various foods and treats on a virtual trip, and we've compiled a list of our favorite 10 Gift Baskets from Around the World.

Germany

A country well known for its traditional beer-friendly customs, this gift box exemplifies Germany with a fine selection of traditional German foods.  For example, you'll find various German candies, Cherry and Brandy Filled Chocolates from Germany, and cheeses like Smoked Ammerlander and Paladin Bavarian Blue. Also included are German sausages, like the ever-popular Bratwurst, Bavarian mustard, and a most enjoyed Schlunder liquor cake!

Italy

Antipasto is a very well-known tradition among Italians. The ideal combination of meats, cheeses, and olives makes for this mouthwatering Antipasto Italian Gift Box. Included are Italian meats, such as coppa ham, sliced prosciutto, and salami, as well as Pecorino Calabrese, a cheese with both a sweet and salty taste. Also included are Italian olives and mini toasts to enjoy with the Tapenade, a delightful Italian spread.

Jamaica

This Jamaican gift basket will take you on a virtual and delicious trip to the islands! A gift basket from Jamaica is full of seasonings such as Jamaican jerk seasonings, Jamaican fish tea soup mix, and pumpkin soup mix. You'll also find familiar Jamaican treats, like, Excelsior Jamaican water crackers, Jamaican St. Mary's banana chips, and relaxing items like Jamaican Peppermint tea and a spiced bun. 

Australia

Not so much a gift basket, but a gift crate from the land down under is bound to be full of delicious Australian treats! A classic gift crate from Australia includes snack indulgences such as Dairy Vale Vintage Australian Cheddar, or Moondarra Cheese, with Australian Water Wheels, very light and delicate crackers. You'll also find a sweet treat of Truffle Infused Honey from the Yarra Valley and Macadamia Nut Oil to compliment your salads, vegetables, and choice of bread. 

Scandinavia

Compliments of Sweden, Norway, Iceland, Denmark, and Finland, the Scandinavian countries combine their finest delicacies into a delicious assortment of cheese, candy, fish, cookies, and bread. Included are Greve, Danish Crumbly Blue cheese, Scandinavian Herring, and Lumpfish Caviar, perfectly complimented with Finn Crisp Crispbreads. On the sweet side, there are Nordic Forest Berry Gummy Candies and the spicy Swedish Gingersnaps!

France

A tour de force of French delights, a gift basket from France comes complete with imported French mustard, meats, cornichons, pate, and mini toasts. Mousse Truffee, Smoked Chicken Breast and Duck Rillettes by Les Trois Petits Cochons, Salmon Pate, Pate Forestier (wild mushroom pate), and Vegan Terrine accompany a variety of other French delicacies.

Spain

You'll feel like you woke up in the land of La Mancha with a Gift Box from Spain. This gift box includes Spanish meats, like Jamon Serrano (Spanish ham) and Chorizo by Palacios. Complimentary to the Spanish ham and sausage are Manchego, Murcia al Vino, and Mahon, famous cheeses from Spain. There are also Spanish olives, Piedras de Chocolate (Chocolate Largueta Almonds), and Quince Paste (Membrillo), perfect to accompany cheese.

Greece

What can be said about a gift basket from Greece? With traditional Greek food, like their meats, cheeses, and olives being divine, any food gift from Greece would be genuinely delectable. This food gift comes in a crate and includes the Greek cheeses Kasseri, Manouri, and Barrel-Aged Feta. Other delicacies included are mixed Greek olives, mountain tea, stuffed grape leaves, Kalamata Olive Spread, and the appetizer plate Mt. Vikos Taverna Meze.

Japan

Ramen is one of the most prevalent Japanese dishes, well known to most, especially during the teen and college years! A gift box from Japan is almost always sure to include them. However, this gift box sets Ramen on a superior stage. The Pork Shank and Spicy Crab Miso Professional Ramen Base, Organic Sriracha Chili Sauce, Yamasa Organic Gluten-Free Tamari Soy Sauce, and Nori Goma Furikake ingredients are the perfect complement to the Shirakiku Japanese-Style Chuka Soba Ramen Noodles and Chuka Soba Noodles by Roland included in this gift box.

Canada

Who doesn't love cheese, glorious cheese? Canadians have a divine appreciation for cheese, and it shows in this gift box from Canada, featuring three quality Canadian kinds of cheese. Those cheeses are Canadian Cheddar, Canadian Chevre, and Canadian Camembert. A Cheese Slicer with Dual Forked Tips and Carr's Water Crackers complete this superb gift box from Canada!

A spectacular display of gift baskets from around the world, indeed! But if you want something available a little closer to home, Broadway Basketeers has just what you’re craving! Our exceptional selection of gift baskets, towers and trays are filled with delectable gourmet treats and snacks! Whether it’s a birthday, holiday, or just to show you care, we have the perfect gourmet gift for any occasion!