Richland Gourmet Apple Blog

Thursday, August 15, 2013

Apple Nail Parties

Staci Sweet
Richland Gourmet Apples Contributor/Blogger

So you know at Richland Gourmet Apples^® that we talk about all things apples. I mean we’ve written about apple gaming, apple fruit discrimination, and even apple diagnostic-magnetic-resonance-imaging. But I think it’s time that we venture into the world of nails. Because at Richland Gourmet Apples^® we cleverly provide re-usable tidbits about the world of gourmet caramel apples for unusually enthusiastic candy apple enthusiasts and that includes apple nail art!

So what does gourmet candy apples have to do with nails? Well, why not call your girlfriends over and have an Apple Nail Party?

To get started, you’ve got to invite everyone to the party. So order a few invites from LoveBug Wedding Invitations.

Next, Simply go to our website and purchase a few of our ‘Triple Delights, ‘Chocolate Threesomes’, and a few of our ‘Chocolate Twosomes’; depending upon how many guests you invite.

Now you’re ready to go to the market and purchase a bag of ‘Grannie Smith Apples.’ Once your Richland Gourmet Apples^® order arrives, take the apples you purchased from the supermarket and cut them into individual slices.

You ready for the fun part? Check out this video tutorial on Fruit Apple Nail Art. It’ll walk you through all the supplies and steps needed to get your in-house nail bar party going!

And voila; there you have it! An in-house apple nail bar party complete with apple nails and apple appetizers to boot! You go girl! Visit richlandgourmetapples.com today!

Tuesday, August 13, 2013

Religion, Apples, and Teachers

Staci Sweet

Richland Gourmet Apples Contributor/Blogger

In our last post we discussed why students gave teachers apples as gift; for economic reasons. But another school of thought points to religion.

It is thought that when Adam and Eve were in the garden and Eve at the forbidden fruit; that the fruit in question was in fact an apple. And because she ate the apple, she then obtained knowledge¹. Thus, it’s been told that the apple is a symbol of knowledge; from which, students give teachers apples as a token of their appreciation for the knowledge they received from their instruction. Though this sounds reasonable; it is untrue.

In the sense that the Bible makes no mention of what type of fruit Eve actually ate. The Bible only mentions ‘fruit’. Readers have often associated an apple to the text simply because an apple was the most common fruit at the time. And to be very technical – both Adam and Eve partook of the fruit.

One has to imagine what type of knowledge students are actually thanking their teachers for when the Bible specifically states that God forbade Adam from eating of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil; so that’s one tradition that we definitely don’t want your little ones partaking of.

But the idea of giving a teacher an apple is still a simple and humble tradition that has the right motive behind it. The fact that your child would want to give their teacher anything is something they should be commended for. So why not let them give their teacher a gourmet caramel apple in appreciation for their hard work and put the knowledge school of thought to the side?

In fact, what about one of our Large Apple Baskets? It comes with a Rocky Road, Double Chocolate Pecan, and Toffee gourmet caramel apples, shortbread cookies, gourmet crackers, cheese spread, mixed nuts, chocolate covered pretzels, and toffee peanuts. This basket is sure to say more than thank you but you are absolutely appreciated. Ready to purchase a Large Apple Basket for your child’s teacher? Visit richlandgourmetapples.com!

SOURCE: 1 http://www.ehow.com/facts_7415097_do-give-apples-teachers-gift_.html#ixzz2Z98W0rYx

Monday, July 29, 2013

Gourmet Candy Apples for Teachers!

Staci Sweet

Richland Gourmet Apples Contributor/Blogger

Have you ever thought about why students give teachers apples as gifts? Well at Richland Gourmet Apples, you know we gave it a thought and did a little research.

According to an article published in ehow, one reason students gave teachers apples is because from approximately “1700 to 1900 children in Denmark and Sweden gave teachers apples because they came from poor farming families1.” While other students who could afford to express their appreciation for their teacher often brought traditional gifts; those who couldn’t afford to go to the local store gave what they had; which at the time meant giving something their family had grown. Hence, the giving of an apple.

This was also done in part because some of the teachers weren’t paid as much as their city counterparts. As a result, many families opted to send fruit to school with their children to supplement their meager wages. A teacher could end up with all types of fruit by the end of any given day; but the preferred fruit was an apple. As we discussed in our last post, apples can last ten times longer when refrigerated which meant teachers were sure to have a bite size treat at their disposal during any given pay period. This had to have helped them during the summer months when school was out and the implementation of summer school had not come about.

Why not stick to tradition and send a gourmet candy apple with your child when school starts? A simple Rocky Road Classic would brighten any teacher’s day! A jumbo sized granny smith apple dipped in gooey caramel, layered with golden pecans, and piled high with marshmallows and covered in white and milk chocolate. I mean what teacher wouldn’t want that on her desk? To purchase your child’s teacher one of these goodies, visit richlandgourmetapples.com!

SOURCE: 1 http://www.ehow.com/facts_7415097_do-give-apples-teachers-gift_.html#ixzz2Z941Q9d6

Tuesday, July 23, 2013

Unique Gift Ideas

Staci Sweet
Richland Gourmet Apples Contributor/Blogger

So it’s someone’s birthday, anniversary, or baby shower and you’re tired of giving the same gifts. You know - a colorful shirt, pair of shoes or the ever so ritualistic $20. Yeah, after a while of that type of gift giving, anyone would be bored. But what do you give to people who seemingly have everything they need or worse, for someone you barely know? Let us offer you a simple solution to your gift-giving dilemma. Food! Did she say food? Yep! But not your ordinary, run of the mill, everyday foods; a culinary delight – dare I say gourmet caramel apples?

How can you give a Gourmet Caramel Apple as a gift? It’s simple! Take a look and tell me why this granny smith apple dipped in gooey caramel layered in golden pecans and piled high with white fluffy marshmallows and covered with both white and milk chocolate couldn’t be considered a mouth-watering, unforgettable gift for your neighbor, boss, or co-worker? I mean wouldn’t you want this for your birthday instead of that Hanes^® package of socks? Of course you would. So do something different the next time you’re in the market for a gift. Give the gift that taste great – a gourmet caramel apple. And oh have we got a special treat for you. We’ve got gift certificates! Whoo-hoo! Yes! Not only can you give this delectable, delightful delicacy; but you can purchase a few gift certificates for future gifts. You know Christmas is just around the corner, so why not get started early. Ready to order your next gift? Visit richlandgourmetapples.com today!

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

A New Mommy’s Gift Basket

Staci Sweet

Richland Gourmet Apples Contributor/Blogger

It seems like nowadays there are so many new mothers and those expecting. I know many of you may have a few friends and family that are new mom’s or even a few preggo’s. You’ve attended so many baby showers and showered the mom-to-be’s with gifts for their little bundles of joy. But something’s still missing. You feel like she’s such a good friend that you want to do a little extra for her; just to let her know that you’re thinking of her and that she’s special.

Well after she’s carried that little joy filled new life for nine months and she’s been in excruciating labor for several hours, wouldn’t it be nice if when she got back from Labor and Delivery a beautiful Big Flower Gift Box awaited her? Well, not to worry! At Richland Gourmet Apples, we have just the thing for the new mommy! It’s our Big Flower Gift Box! Take a peek!

It’s complete with a Polka Dot Pecan jumbo sized granny smith apple dipped in caramel, meticulously stripped with not one but two kinds of chocolate: white milk and milk chocolate and topped with crisp, very thin white chocolate wafers. Plus it comes complete with another signature apple that’s topped with cashews and pecans, a package of saucers and napkins, two Polka Dot Pecan pretzels, a Ghiradelli chocolate bar, rice krispy treat, and a pack of playing cards for the new dad.

This is sure to bring a smile to her face and make her feel pampered all at the same time. And what a good girlfriend you are! Going out of your way to make sure that through every step of her pregnancy that not only were you there for her; but you remembered her after Labor and Delivery. And just think? You’re babysitting days haven’t even started but you’ll get a gold star for this one girlfriend! Kudos on this Big Flower Gift Box purchase! Up top! Ready to order a Gift Box? Visit richlandgourmetapples.com!

Monday, July 15, 2013

Apples for Young Birthday Divas

Staci Sweet

Richland Gourmet Apples Contributor/Blogger

What are you going to do for your daughter’s next slumber party? I mean nowadays these young girls want every thing from Hannah Montana parties to limos; so merely ordering pizza and calling it a night may not satisfy those youthful divas. Here’s an idea – gourmet candy apples!

Yep! You see young girls are into everything pink and pretty right? So why not treat them to a spa night in the comfort of your own home? Now we may not be able to offer any ideas for the spa; but we definitely can give you our input on how to create an apple entrée sure to please any Pink Princess.

Here’s how;

First, purchase a few of our ‘Chocolate Threesomes’, a few more ‘Chocolate Twosomes’, and you have to purchase a special apple ‘Pretty In Pink’ for the birthday girl or a ‘Double Striped Chocolate’ for the birthday boy.

Second, go to the market and purchase a bag of ‘Grannie Smith Apples.’ Once your Richland Gourmet Apple order arrives, take the apples you purchased from the supermarket and cut them into individual slices.

Third, open at least two of your gourmet caramel apples and cut into at least 8 slices per apple.

Next, get a simple bowl, cut up the store bought apples, mix in some other fruits like pineapples, or honeydews.

Now place slices of the gourmet candy apple on top and there you have it! These young divas are now in for an apple treat sure to surprise and please. Ready to order a few for your Pretty Pink Princess? Visit richlandgourmetapples.com!

Friday, July 12, 2013

Gourmet Apple Freshness

Staci Sweet

Richland Gourmet Apples Contributor/Blogger

Do you remember the last time you went to the county fair and purchased a candy apple? Did it even make it home or did you eat it all there? Well let me ask you this. What if perhaps you made it off the fairgrounds and that lonely candy apple was placed on your refrigerator shelf; securely tucked away until the kids were gone and you could take a nibble as you did the next days chores? Yeah right! Why did I mention all that? Because according to the U.S. Apple Association, apples last ten times longer when refrigerated.

But here’s the thing. When you purchase one of our jumbo sized granny smith apples, ordinarily our customers devour them on sight. But there’s a better way to savor the appley goodness of one of our gourmet candy apples and here’s how.

Simply purchase a few of our gourmet caramel apples like the Triple Delight. It’s three giant sized granny smith apples covered in caramel, golden pecans, yummy marshmallows and dipped in white and milk chocolate. I know – just reading it makes you want one.

Next, cut your gourmet caramel apple into slices. Usually and depending on the voracity of your appetite, you can get at least a dozen or so nice-sized slices.

Place your slices in a container and refrigerate for later or you can enjoy those scrumptious goodies now.

But remember; the USAA (United States Apple Association) says they’ll last ten times longer if refrigerated; so if you want to save some for work – go ahead! You have our seal of approval for quality and freshness that’ll last days and days. Ready to purchase some gourmet candy apples so that you and your family can refrigerate and enjoy for days and days? Visit richlandgourmetapples.com!