Colorado Gourmet Basket - $179.95

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Some incredible gourmet food is being created in Colorado, perfect for a special holiday gift basket or as a unique gourmet gift basket to give year round. These are epicurean specialty foods with a Western touch; award winning organic preserves from the Western Slope, Blackberry Balsamic Vinegar from Paonia and handmade pasta from the Denver area and much more.Colorado cuisine doesn't mean granola in the back of a Volkswagen van anymore!  We have tasted, traveled, laughed and cried to put together some of the finest products our region, or for that matter, any region has to offer.

Handcrafted  Aspen Crate -  We take the issue of sustainability seriously. Everywhere you look around Telluride and the region the eye settles on large stands of Aspen trees.  Some of the trees in our area are cut and then milled in nearby Mancos. The resulting boards are used by a farmer near Dolores to handcraft our crates; he does woodworking in the winter and farms in the summer. A truly local product, not a basket made in Asia.

Telluride Truffles  3oz - Handmade with Belgian chocolate and liquors, without preservatives or waxes. They are so good they stop thought. You pop one in your mouth and you just can't think - they take total concentration.  Not surprisingly, they have been featured on the Food Network channel. Made in Telluride, Colorado.

Minnie Beasley Almond Lace Cookies  6 oz -   An award winning cookie!  Rich and delicious right down to the last crumb.  Cookie lovers everywhere be forewarned, these are addictive.  Made in Denver, Colorado.

34 degrees Rosemary Parmesan Crispbread  4.5oz - What a great little Cracker! It is sturdy, snappy and ever so delish. Perfectly elegant to pair with a great cheese.  Made in Denver, Colorado.

Elk Summer Sausage 12oz - From Elk raised on 2,700 acres of pristine mountain pastures in Southwest Colorado. Elk is a low fat meat that makes a delicious Summer Sausage.  Their ranch is near Montrose, Colorado.

MouCo Camembert  5 oz -  This is a Gold Medal winning Cheese. Made by Brigit, who grew up in Germany, found her way to Colorado and with the help of her father, a 47 year master Cheesemaker living in Germany, started a far flung branch of the family tradition.  Their Camembert has a soft and creamy texture with ever changing complex flavors as it matures. Hard to stop once you start eating it.  Made in Fort Collins, Colorado.

Westwood Farms Blackberry Balsamic Vinegar  12 oz -  Balsamic Vinegar from Modena, Italy has a sweet yet subtle character which makes it the most famous vinegar in the culinary world.  Blended with sweet Marion Blackberries and Ginger, it is rich and versatile. Made in Paonia, Colorado.

High Desert Foods Organic nut mix  6 oz - This selection of Nut Mixes will quickly become a go to snack food. Utterly addictive when eaten alone, they are also perfect for topping a fresh salad too.  Made in Dolores, Colorado.

Westwood Farms Chipotle mustard  6oz -  Enjoy the smoky and spicy taste of this unique Whole Grain Mustard. A wonderful flavor combination.  Made in Paonia, Colorado.

Blue Horizon's Farm Pancake mix 25 oz - A third generation 120 acre family farm in Southwest Colorado raises it own Wheat and mills it too.  They believe in giving "home town" personal attention and care to their products and customers. This is a wicked good whole grain pancake mix. Made in Hesperus, Colorado.

High Desert Foods Organic Chipotle Grill Sauce 16 oz - A rich blend of smoky Chipotle chilies, Tomatoes, Onions and Spices make a sauce that brightens and enriches grilled foods. Try it on your next sandwich for a flavor explosion.  Made in Dolores, Colorado.

High Desert Foods Organic Confiture - various flavors  8 oz - Hand crafted in small batches these low sugar Organic Jams capture the rich flavor of fruit at the peak of harvest.  Made in  Dolores, Colorado.

Candelaria's Green Chili mix  3 oz - They have taken this family tradition and through trial and error, along with practice and patience, have created a traditional Southwest Flavor with a flair that fits today's fast-paced taste.   Made in Durango, Colorado.

Spice Trader Aztec Chocolate Tiles  5 oz - Inspired by the chocolate makers of antiquity this special chocolate is a delicate blend of Bitter Sweet Chocolate, Chilies, Almonds and Cinnamon. Quetzlcoatl smiles upon this chocolate.  Made in Georgetown, Colorado.

Mary's Enjoy Biscotti  3 oz - An award winner! Anyone who tries them loves them! Chunks of Milk Chocolate and Toffee, Hazelnut Liqueur set off the decadent flavor of the Frangelico Chocolate Toffee Biscotti. Enjoy with coffee, wine or with a glass of cold milk or hot cocoa.  Made in Arvada, Colorado.

Nude Food Bar  3.4 oz - These bars are one of the most nutrient dense bars available and made without adding anything artificial. And believe it or not, they are the best tasting bars available! I know, I know, great taste and energy bar don't ever seem to fit together, but these really do taste great!  Made in Carbondale, Colorado.

Sweet & Saucy Rum Caramel Sauce  12 oz - A Luscious sauce with Sweet, Buttery Caramel and a touch of Rum. Handcrafted in small batches from quality ingredients that you can pronounce - things like Sugar, Cream, and Butter. Take a taste, let your eyes roll back in your head, feel your toes curl, and hear yourself gasp with delight. Made in Centennial, Colorado.

Adobe Milling Cliff Dweller soup mix 13 oz - The taste of the Great Southwest with the finest gourmet beans such as Anasazi, Bolita and Pinto, along with a delicious blend of spices.  Made in Dove Creek, Colorado.