Hickory Farms Review & Giveaway

How I became a fan of Hickory Farms, back years ago my grandfather would have a picnic from his lunchbox with us kids. Usually it was the cakes and cookie left from lunch. Sometimes it was Summer Sausage and crackers. I remember him always receiving a gift of Hickory Farms from someone at Christmas and he would share with us kids.

This morning a Home for the Holidays Gift Box arrived at my home from Hickory Farm with rather fast shipping. I can say I was impressed by the speed from 2 business day shipping. We gathered at the table and indulged in the savory favors that brought  memories back to me. My family had a time of togetherness this morning as my boys tried this treat for the first time and I reached back into my memories and made some new ones with my own little family. The tradition of Hickory Farms will live on through my family.

At first I thought Honey Pineapple Mustards didn't sound good, but then I tasted it. I would love to buy up jars of it! Certainly the Sausage can hold their own with any of the cheese, crackers, mustards or plain. They are just plain delicious anyways. My husband liked the Three Cheese & Onion Wedge with his and I preferred the Cheddar & Havarti Blend. The kids enjoyd the Big Barn Cheddar best.

Home for the Holidays Gift Box

- 2 - 10 oz. Our Signature Beef Summer Sausages

-10 oz. Italian Recipe Beef Summer Sausage
- 8 oz. Big Barn Cheddar®
- 7 oz. Cheddar & Havarti Blend
- 4 oz. Three Cheese & Onion Wedge
- 4 oz. Smooth N Sharp Wedge
- 2.25 oz. Sweet Hot Mustards
- 2.5 oz. Honey Pineapple Mustard
- 2 - .5 oz. Cracked Wheat Crackers

"We've created a mixture of flavors in our Home for the Holidays Gift to let those far away know just how much you miss them this time of year. Indulge the with their favorites. You'll be giving Our Signature Beef as well as Italian Recipe Summer Sausage. An array of 4 cheeses will delight them. Sweet Hot, Honey Pineapple Mustards and savory crackers bring it all together. Wt. 3.6 lbs."

"This gift ships free to military APO/FPO addresses. For Christmas delivery, please order by December 4th for APO/FPO zip codes starting with 093. All other APO/FPO zip codes, please order by December 10th."

"The perfect gift for those on a budget, the Beef Hickory Sampler ($16) allows you to share Hickory Farms’ signature flavors with everyone on your gift list, with tastes of our Signature Summer Sausage, mustard and crackers. Hickory Farms offers an assortment of gifts for every price point, including an array of favorites under $30."

 "Support Share Our Strength’s® No Kid Hungry Campaign™ The Party Planner Gift Box ($40) is a welcome favorite and helps fight to end childhood hunger in America. Lucky gift recipients will enjoy savory treats like our signature summer sausage, Original Cheese Ball, mustards and crackers. Plus, for every Party Planner Gift Box sold this holiday season, we will contribute $5 to Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry Campaign to end childhood hunger in America."

 "This holiday season, Hickory Farms invites you to take part in the tradition of giving. Hickory Farms has long been an expression of warmth and generosity, with signature sausages, savory cheeses and gourmet treats that have brought friends and families together since 1951. We are pleased to introduce you to some of our most popular signature offerings that are sure to delight loved ones this holiday season. Thanks to Hickory Farms for being a sponsor in the holiday gift guide. One winner will win the Home For the Holidays Gift Box like we reviewed."

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