This week on Culinary Confidential, Christina Cates unwraps the holiday season's most thoughtful gourmet gifts - delicious and tasty finds that are perfect stocking stuffers for the foodie in your life! Featured brands on this week's show are Arbo's Cheese Dip, HASSY Avocado Oil, Blume Honey Water, and Projo Coffee.
Arbo's Cheese Dip: Founded by Andrew Arbogast, a U.S. Army combat veteran and Apache pilot, this Memphis-born queso turned a family recipe into a fast-growing brand. Bold, clean, and authentic, Arbo's is stocked in thousands of stores across the Southern United States and is a true veteran-owned success story.
HASSY Avocado Oil: Created by Martha Forero and rooted in three generations of avocado farming, HASSY brings pure, cold-pressed oil from Michoacán, Mexico. With refined and extra-virgin varieties, it's a versatile and heart-healthy staple that blends heritage with modern wellness.
Blume Honey Water: Founded by Michele Meloy Burchfield, Blume reimagines ancient honey water into sparkling hydration. With flavors like Citrus Vanilla, Wild Blueberry, and Ginger Zest, Blume champions bee sustainability while offering wellness-forward refreshment.
Projo Coffee: Co-founded by Charbel Mawad and Lisa Hermosillo, Projo fuses premium coffee with superfoods like collagen and digestive enzymes. Taking inspiration from fitness and resilience, Projo's all about energy, empowerment, and nourishment in every cup.
From must-haves to standout stocking stuffers, this episode delivers flavor-forward gifts with rich backstories. Perfect for anyone looking to give with taste and thoughtfulness this holiday season!