Custom Gift Spotlight: a memorable gift made to last with fresh sea salt and a keepable salt cellar

CUSTOM GIFT ASKS AT A GLANCE

• Delivered in September to help their gifts stand out and have a moment to shine before the rush of the holiday season.
• Included a jar of sea salt and an artisanal salt cellar, two items that clients could use everyday while remembering their gift.
• Supported 4 small-batch makers – including a Certified B Corp, a member of 1% for the Planet, and 2 women-owned small businesses based in Maine. 

OVERVIEW

Inspired by a quote from Louisa May Alcott, this salt-themed box was created to thank the clients of a wealth management firm. Everything about this gift was designed to leave a lasting impression.

TESTIMONIAL

We have had a TON of great notes regarding the gift packages. The caramels are addictive, the nuts are yummy, the salt box is beautiful, etcetera. Several people commented on how they grew up in Maine or would live in Maine if it wasn't for the storms. Our clients have also come to know and love Narrative Food, so a package from you in itself makes people happy.

- Ali W, Wealth Manager

PROCESS

Budget: $89

Amount: 90 boxes

Theme: 

• The firm selected the theme of salt, inspired by a quote from Louisa May Alcott: “Salt is like good humor, and nearly everything is better for a pinch of it.”
• Every year, the firm incorporates a keepable item to accompany the edible products. For example, in the past, they had celebrated Rosh Hashanah with a honey pot (along with honey and apple-related products). This year, they selected a salt cellar.

Products:

• Slack Tide Sea Salt (1.5 oz)
• Small-batch.
• A member of 1% for the Planet.
• Women-owned.
• Small business.
• Recyclable packaging.
• Maine-made.
• Virgo Moon Honey & Sea Salt Caramels (10 ct)
• Organic ingredients.
• Small-batch.
• Women-owned.
• Small business.
• Recyclable packaging.
• Includes donation to a nonprofit harm reduction and recovery organization.
• Maine-made.
• Clif Family Organic Salt & Vinegar Mixed Nuts (4 oz)
• Certified B Corp.
• Certified Organic.
• Regenerative farming.
• Recyclable packaging
• Olive Wood Salt Cellar with Magnetic Lid & Inset Spoon (16 oz, 4" x 4" x 2.5")

FROM THE FOUNDER

My favorite custom box requests come with a prompt that inspires storytelling around food, and this box on the theme of salt was no exception! It was so much fun to curate, especially given that I am now based on an island in the middle of a very salty ocean. It is always an honor working with a company that is so dedicated to creating meaningful connections with their clients.

- Jennifer Piette, CEO and Founder, Narrative Food