Blogs

Date Posted: 26 May 2023

We love our delicious hamper ingredients equally, but if we had to pick a stand out it would be our chocolate-coated raspberries. An absolute team favourite and featured in many of our best-selling hampers , this delicious little chocolate treat is a favourite for several reasons: ...

Date Posted: 19 May 2023

Australia offers a diverse and vibrant food scene with a broad range of culinary delights. Australia is associated with some of the best wines and food in the world, from the Barossa to the Margaret River. Our desire to find partners that align with our dream of gifting gourmet hampers containing only the best produce was made easy when we partnered with Charlie’s Fine Food Co. , an Australian, family-owned cookie company.&nb...

Date Posted: 16 May 2023

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Date Posted: 16 May 2023

Creating a beautiful chocolate bouquet, that has become one of Australia's most desirable gifts is no easy task, with over 18 years of experience creating gourmet gifts and delicious chocolate bouquets, we wouldn't be able to do this without our amazing partners. When we can, Edible Bloom's always endeavors to work with local Australian partners. As every bouquet is handmade, it is imperative that our most important ingredient chocolate is made from the finest ingredients and quality, to match the care taken with every arrangement. ...

Date Posted: 15 May 2023

Father’s Day is a time to celebrate and recognise all the Dads and Father figures in our lives. As we look forward to Father's Day 2023, on Sunday 3rd September, we look at why this day is so important. Father’s Day in Australia consistently falls on the first Sunday in September every year and celebrates the first Sunday of Spring. The Father’s Day tradition can be found in over 111 countries worldwide, but have you ever wondered why we celebrate Fathe...

Date Posted: 19 April 2023

Take the test and find out what type of Mum you are! With 6 quick fun questions...get started now. ...

Date Posted: 14 April 2023

Many Australians celebrate Mother’s Day by showing their appreciation for the achievements and efforts of mothers and mother figures. It is annually observed in Australia on the second Sunday of May. This year Mother's Day 2023 will fall on Sunday 14th May. But have you ever wondered why? Let us fill you in. Who started mother's Day and why?? Anna Jarvis of Philadelphia , whose mother had organized women's groups to promote friendship and health, originated Mother's Day. On May 12, 1907, she held a memorial service at her late mother's church in Grafton, West Virginia. Within five years virtually every state was o...

Date Posted: 13 April 2023

It's that time of year again, to recognise, respect, and be grateful for all the mother figures in our lives. But finding the perfect Mother's Day gift can get a little, how do we say - tiresome and expensive. Did you know? Flower prices do tend to go up around Mother's Day. This is because there is typically a higher demand for flowers during this time. Makes sense right? You want to make hay while the sun shines, but if you can gift flowers al...

Date Posted: 17 March 2023

Leaders play a critical role in guiding individuals, organizations, and even entire societies toward their goals and aspirations. Here are some of the reasons why Motivating and empowering people: Leaders inspire people by setting a clear and compelling vision for the future. They help people to see the big picture, and to understand the purpose and direction of their work. Building trust and relationships: Leaders build trust and relationships with their followers by communicating effectively, being transparent and honest, and showing empathy and understanding. Making tough decisions:...

  Date Posted: 7 March 2023

International Women’s Day is close to our hearts as female founders at Edible Blooms. We’re all about celebrating wins and, like you, we’d like to see the gap close sooner than later. This year the 2023 International Women’s Day theme of DigitALL encourages us to highlight women making advancements in technology and innovation. Technology, and our confidence to leverage it’s capability, are critical for women to leap forward in a complex age. How can we close the gap? Collaboration, Education, and Courage. Collaboration is key when talking about innovation and technology. Together we achieve so much more than as individua...

Date Posted: 5 February 2023

Letting someone in the hospital know you care is important, especially when you can’t be there in person to let them know you wish them well. Some Australian hospitals do not allow the delivery of fresh flowers to wards or clinical areas. We get it – nurses...

Date Posted: 9 November 2022

Looking for the best vegan gift ideas for your friends, loved ones, birthdays, and every other occasion in-between? Edible Blooms have curated a list of the ultimate vegan gifts for her or him, that are sustainable, thoughtful, and of course vegan for every occasion that are budget friendly too! There’s more to vegan options than a thriving plant with a bow or a wine and dine tofu treat, and we’ve found them all. From vegan candles to vegan homeware gifts, dairy-free chocolates for the sweet-tooth, and delicious cruelty-fr...

Date Posted: 7 November 2022

Take our fun Christmas Quiz today. See what your Christmas vibe is... ...

  Date Posted: 1 November 2022

Why is it important to celebrate your employee birthdays? To give you some inspiration on how great it feels to reward and recognize your team with your own personalised birthday hamper , here’s some recent feedback we received from our client Thrive House in Brisbane: 'We are beyond impressed with your products and wonderful customer service team. As an organisation with close to 300 staff members, celebrating special moments in person can be hard. You have made it possible for us to appreciate our staff through beautiful gifts and deliciou...

Date Posted: 7 October 2022

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Date Posted: 1 October 2022

Happy Chocolate Week! October 17 - October 23 There's a strong chance, if you have landed on this page you are not only a chocolate lover but a chocolate lover of all things fun and chocolate. So here are 10 fast facts surrounding chocolate, that maybe you did or didn't already know. What civilization valued cacao so highly that they made it part of their currency? The Aztecs. What is the scientific name for the tree, that chocolate comes from? The obroma cacao, which means food of the gods - sweet. What does raw unprocessed cho...

Date Posted: 13 September 2022

Get a jump start on the busy season by making your most valuable business asset feel valued, retention of your team is more important than ever this year! Everyone loves to feel appreciated, whether it's rewarding a consistently high achiever or a team collaboration that brings home the deal. ...

Date Posted: 29 August 2022

No matter what occasion, situation, or celebration hampers have always been a universal option for gifting. Here are some of the reasons why. The first hampers Hampers were initially created from wicker or going back as far as the Roman era, woven from fibres of the esparto leaves, a very resistant plants. Their initial use was purely for transporting food products or produce, after a long day of harvesting fruit or vegetables, making it not only easier to transport but also providing air ventilation along with protection for the o...

  Date Posted: 23 August 2022

With Santa Claus coming to town, do you know more about Christmas than the big man in red does himself? With 9 fun and factual Christmas trivia questions, to get you in the spirit of Christmas, and a special treat at the end we will put your Christmas knowledge to the test. From Christmas movies and traditions to holiday songs and festive foods, tell us…Where does Santa Claus live? What is the most popular Christmas movie? Where did Eggnog originate from? ...

Date Posted: 23 August 2022

Dessert Table Decorations After cooking over a hot stove and feasting over a long lazy Christmas lunch, treat yourself to some time back by using edible Christmas decorations as dessert. Choose to keep it simple and decanter Lindt Balls in festive colours into clear glass containers, or take it to the next level and indulgence in chocolate poinsettia flowers. If no one wants a sweet treat, no problem, they make a great take-home g...