Fruit Baskets – Edible Art
What is it about fruit baskets that remind people of art? Perhaps it the vibrant colors of the shapely fruit mixed together to create the perfect arrangements. The simple beauty of Mother Nature’s best in a beautiful woven basket, perhaps a decorative bow. The visual attractiveness is one of the many reasons people buy fruit baskets as thank you gifts, birthday presents or congratulatory reward.
Wandering the rooms of art galleries, still life images of fruit baskets hang for admiration. Across centuries, across cultures, these visually stimulating arrangements have inspired art. Now, food photography has become a huge business, reinforcing the exponential growth of online fruit basket sellers. Just admit it- the photos of these baskets are a huge factor in the sale of that particular arrangement. The eating with your eyes effect is very true! Professional photographers are paid substantial amounts of money to help with these sales.
The fruit basket world has evolved to a new level as online fruit basket sales have increase over the last two decades. With pre-cut arrangements changing the face of beauty of the baskets as well as the ‘picnic basket’ influences have made an everyday fruit basket into a work of art for your table, almost too beautiful to dig into. Some baskets even come with pieces of art literally, flowers, wine, china, chocolate, just about anything! Although the wicker baskets are still a huge selling point, the fruit basket market is not limited to baskets. If you are not a fan of wicker, opt for the china, pottery, platters, crates or decorative boxes!
This extension of the fruit basket market has created even more beautiful combinations, fit for wedding, anniversary, get well and romantic gifts. Exotic Asian fruits in Chinese inspired platters with set s of chopsticks for example, or perhaps a closable basket with a bottle of wine, cutlery, a blanket, plates, cheeses, salami and a variety of fruit is a perfect gift for a couples engagement gift. These pieces of art have revolutionized the gift sending business by adding color, esthetic beauty, nutrition and of course, taste.
Imagine the look on your friend’s face when they have a stunning basket of brilliant orange, bright reds, rich reds, and glistening greens as the delivery man knocks on the door to their house or office. A piece of art sitting on their table to inspire a delicious snack or a perfect dessert. Next time you want to buy a gift for someone, think about sending them a piece of art, edible art to inspire their taste buds.
Taste the Sunshine with Hale Groves
At Hale Groves, we believe the best gifts come from the land, not a factory. For generations, our fruit has been grown slowly under the Florida sun, picked at its peak, and delivered fresh to your door. From sweet Navel Oranges to rare Honeybells, every gift shares the simple joy of real flavor—perfect for holidays, milestones, or everyday moments worth celebrating.
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