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 Most gift baskets disappoint. These ones impress.

Gift baskets often have a bad reputation—often for good reason. Too many are filled with uninspired items like stale crackers, gritty chocolate, and lackluster Red Delicious apples. Our goal was to find exceptional options that bring joy year-round.

Since 2018, we’ve evaluated over 130 gift baskets and identified 23 standout choices. Additionally, we’ve included a section with other recommended baskets, though with some caveats. Altogether, this guide offers 26 great gift basket options.

 

What Makes It Stand Out:

 

This curated selection of preserved seafood from Caputo’s, a specialty food market and importer in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a dream come true for tinned-fish enthusiasts. A bag of Torres olive-oil-fried potato chips adds a satisfying crunch, while a bottle of Espinaler pepper sauce brings a zesty kick to every bite.

Some selections, like Jose Gourmet’s hearty sardines with lemon and olive oil, keep it simple yet delicious. Others are more indulgent, such as Jose Gourmet’s Spiced Calamari in Ragout—tender squid stuffed with seasoned rice in a rich tomato sauce, offering a full meal in a can.

Since they’re shelf-stable, you can enjoy them at your own pace or open them all at once for an impromptu feast—just add drinks, toothpicks, olives, and some extra bread or crackers (as the included chips, while a nice touch, won’t last long).

Each tin comes individually wrapped in tissue paper, enhancing its gift-worthy appeal. Some even feature stunning box designs that look just as good unwrapped.

What’s Inside:

• Seven ready-to-eat tins of seafood, including trout, mackerel, sardines, mussels, squid, and anchovies in various preparations.
• A bag of Torres potato chips.
• A bottle of Espinaler appetizer sauce.

Note: The tinned fish selection may vary based on availability, but Caputo’s will substitute any out-of-stock items with an equal or greater-value alternative.

Potential Allergens: Shellfish

Shipping: Free on orders over $75 within the U.S.

 

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