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The Ultimate Guide to the Gift of Cheese: Top Picks for Every Occasion - Gardners Wisconsin Cheese and Sausage

By Daylon Gardner

The Ultimate Guide to the Gift of Cheese: Top Picks for Every Occasion

Need a unique gift that never gets regifted and always gets devoured? The gift of cheese is ideal for any occasion. This guide walks you through the best Gardner’s Wisconsin Cheese gifts for every event, so you can pick a present that is thoughtful, delicious, and just a little bit cheesy in all the right ways.

Cheesy Takeaways

  • Gourmet Gardner’s cheese gift packages provide a curated experience that fits birthdays, housewarmings, anniversaries, holidays, and more.

  • Themed packages and all-purpose assortments like Gardner’s Gift Special make it easy to match the right flavors to the right person.

  • Pairing Gardner’s cheeses with crackers, nuts, fruits, and drizzles turns a simple gift into a full tasting experience.

Discover our Gourmet Cheese Gift Boxes!

At Gardner’s, our gourmet cheese gift packages are more than just random blocks of cheese tossed into a box. They are curated experiences designed by our cheesiest experts to delight, impress, and cause involuntary happy snacking.

From housewarmings to Father’s Day, Gardner’s Package Deals bring together crowd favorite cheeses, artisan meats, and fun extras like magnets and mini cutting boards. They are perfect for anyone who loves Wisconsin cheese or just loves opening a fridge and seeing something other than leftovers.

Ordering a Gardner’s package online means you can choose from themed collections for:

  • Housewarmings

  • Birthdays

  • Anniversaries

  • Thank you gifts

  • Legen-dairy Dads

  • Just because moments

All shipped in cold packs to all 50 states, so the only thing that melts is hearts.

Gardner’s Gift Special: The All-In-One Crowd Pleaser

Gardner’s Gift Special

If you want a gift that screams, “I take snacking very seriously,” Gardner’s Gift Special is the move. This is a top notch assortment of many of Gardner’s greatest hits, perfect for families, offices, or that one friend who always hosts.

Inside, you will find:

  • Two blocks of Buffalo Wing Cheese

  • Two blocks of 8 Year Old Super Sharp Cheddar

  • Aged Gouda

  • Smokin' Hot Pepper

  • Smokey Bacon Cheddar

  • Italian Herb Bruschetta Cheddar

  • Original Oven-Baked Cheese

  • Bacon Oven-Baked Cheese

  • Teriyaki Snack Sticks

  • Hot Pepper Bacon Jam

  • Raspberry Honey Mustard

  • Classic Sliced Salami

  • Garlic Summer Sausage

It is basically a “try everything” tour of Gardner’s flavors. Ideal for family gatherings, game nights, or sending as a gift when you want everyone to find “their cheese” in the box.

Housewarming Heroes: The Gardners Housewarming Packages

Housewarming Gift Package

Few things say “welcome home” like a stocked cheese drawer. Gardner’s Housewarming Gift Package is a ready-made cheese board in a box. It includes:

  • 8 Year Old Super Sharp Cheddar

  • Aged Gouda

  • Italian Herb Bruschetta Chedda'

  • Squeaky fresh Cheese Curds

  • Original Oven-Baked Cheese

  • Roasted Red Pepper & Garlic Drizzle

  • Hot Pepper Bacon Jam

  • Garlic Summer Sausage

  • A maple cutting board and a housewarming themed magnet

It is like sending over a cheese party, a snack drawer, and a little bit of Midwest hospitality, all at once. Perfect for the big “moooove.”

Housewarming Deluxe Gift Package

For a more premium, “we really love you and your new mortgage” moment, there is the Housewarming Deluxe Gift Package. This one leans into aged and specialty flavors and includes:

  • Buffalo Wing Cheese (not spicy)

  • 8 Year Old Super Sharp Cheddar

  • Aged Parmesan

  • Aged Gouda

  • Italian Herb Bruschetta Chedda'

  • Squeaky fresh Cheese Curds

  • Italiano Oven-Baked Cheese

  • Original Oven-Baked Cheese

  • Roasted Red Pepper & Garlic Drizzle

  • Hot Pepper Bacon Jam

  • Garlic Summer Sausage

  • Maple cutting board and themed magnet

This box is your go to when you want a mix of classic comfort cheese and “wow, what is that, I love it” aged specialties, ready to slice and serve with crackers at the first housewarming get together.

Birthday, Thank You, Anniversary, And Just Because: Celebration Packs For Every Milestone

Sometimes “thank you” or “happy birthday” needs a little more flavor. That is where Gardner’s themed gift packages shine.

Happy Birthday Gift Package

Cake is great, but cheese lasts longer in the fridge. Gardner’s Happy Birthday Gift Package is stuffed with fan favorites, including:

  • Buffalo Wing Cheese (not spicy)

  • 8 Year Old Super Sharp Cheddar

  • Aged Gouda

  • Holey-Smoked Swiss & Cheddar

  • Squeaky fresh Cheese Curds

  • Original Oven-Baked Cheese

  • Garlic Summer Sausage

  • Teriyaki Snack Sticks

  • A birthday themed magnet

It is basically a birthday party your taste buds will talk about all year.

Thank You Gift Package

When “thanks” feels too small on its own, there is the Thank You Gift Package. This one brings together:

  • 8 Year Old Super Sharp Cheddar

  • Aged Gouda

  • Italian Herb Bruschetta Chedda'

  • Italiano Oven-Baked Cheese

  • Original Oven-Baked Cheese

  • Classic Sliced Salami

  • Teriyaki Snack Sticks

  • A thank you themed magnet

It is a snack-filled way to say “I am so grate-ful for you” without having to sing it out loud.

Anniversary Gift Package

For the “gratest” couple you know, Gardner’s Anniversary Gift Package is packed with date night flavors:

  • 8 Year Old Super Sharp Cheddar

  • Aged Gouda

  • Holey-Smoked Swiss & Cheddar

  • Italian Herb Bruschetta Chedda'

  • Bacon Oven-Baked Cheese

  • Italiano Oven-Baked Cheese

  • Classic Sliced Salami

  • Teriyaki Snack Sticks

  • A happy anniversary magnet

Light a candle, slice some Oven-Baked Cheese, and suddenly you have anniversary plans that are both low effort and high romance.

Just Because Package: For Every Other Moment

Not every gift needs a big occasion. Sometimes you just want to say “I saw this cheese and thought of you.” Gardner’s Just Because Package was built exactly for that.

Inside, you get:

  • Buffalo Wing Cheese (not spicy)

  • 8 Year Old Super Sharp Cheddar

  • Holey-Smoked Swiss & Cheddar

  • Aged Gouda

  • Bacon Oven-Baked Cheese

  • Italiano Oven-Baked Cheese

  • Teriyaki Sticks

  • Garlic Summer Sausage

It is a perfect charcuterie partner for get-togethers, pre-dinner snacks, or sending to someone who deserves a surprise cheese delivery for absolutely no reason at all.

Cheese And Charcuterie Combinations

Pairing cheese with charcuterie is where Gardner’s packages really shine. Many of the gift sets combine Wisconsin cheeses with garlic summer sausage, classic salami, and snack sticks so you can build a full board right out of the box.

Some classic Gardner’s style pairings you will find in these packages:

  • 8 Year Old Super Sharp Cheddar with Garlic Summer Sausage

  • Aged Gouda with Classic Sliced Salami

  • Holey-Smoked Swiss & Cheddar with Teriyaki Snack Sticks

  • Bacon or Italiano Oven-Baked Cheese alongside Hot Pepper Bacon Jam or Raspberry Honey Mustard

Add some nuts, dried fruit, and crackers, and you have a charcuterie situation that will make you the undisputed snack champion of the friend group.

The Legen-Dairy Dad Package: For The Cheesiest Guy You Know

Legen-Dairy Dad Gift Package

If you have a grill master, tailgater, or recliner royalty in your life, the Legen-Dairy Dad Gift Package is the Father’s Day (or anytime) hero. Inside, you will find:

  • Buffalo Wing Cheese (not spicy)

  • 8 Year Old Super Sharp Cheddar

  • Aged Gouda

  • Squeaky Fresh Cheese Curds

  • Bacon Oven-Baked Cheese

  • Italiano Oven-Baked Cheese

  • Teriyaki Sticks

  • Garlic Summer Sausage

  • A Legen-Dairy Dad magnetic bottle opener

In other words, it is everything Dad needs for a legendary snack plate, plus the bottle opener to go with it.

Cheese Lover's Delight: Curds And More

If you are shopping for someone who calculates happiness in “squeaks per bite,” you cannot go wrong with Gardner’s squeaky fresh Cheese Curds, which appear in many of the top packages, including:

  • Housewarming Gift Package

  • Housewarming Deluxe Gift Package

  • Happy Birthday Gift Package

  • Legen-Dairy Dad Gift Package

These curds are known for their squeak, their rich flavor, and their habit of disappearing from the bowl suspiciously fast. Pair them with Teriyaki Snack Sticks or Garlic Summer Sausage and you have a casual snacking duo that tastes like a road trip through Wisconsin.

Unique Gardner’s Cheese Varieties To Watch For

Part of what makes Gardner’s packages so fun to give and to receive is the variety. These are not just basic cheddar slices. Look out for:

These show up across the Housewarming, Birthday, Thank You, Anniversary, Just Because, Dad, and Gardner’s Gift Special packages, so you can match the level of “adventurous” to the person you are gifting.

Perfect Additions To Your Cheese Gift

Gardner’s does the heavy lifting with the cheese and meat. You can add some simple extras at home to round out the experience and make your gift feel fully curated.

Crackers And Breadsticks

Pick a mix of:

  • Neutral water crackers for sharper cheeses like 8 Year Old Cheddar and Aged Parmesan

  • Herb or multigrain crackers for Buffalo Wing Cheese and Bruschetta Chedda'

  • Breadsticks for dunking into Bacon or Italiano Oven-Baked Cheese

Your goal is simple. Create crunch that lets the cheese be the star.

Nuts And Dried Fruits

Nuts and dried fruits are an easy way to add texture and color to a Gardner’s cheese spread:

  • Almonds and walnuts pair beautifully with Aged Gouda and Aged Parmesan

  • Dried apricots and cherries add a sweet, tart balance that works well with sharp or smoky cheeses

Scatter them around your board and suddenly your gift looks like it came from a fancy cheese shop photo shoot.

Drizzles, Spreads, And Jams

Gardner’s also offers flavorful toppers that pair beautifully with their cheeses:

A little spoonful on top turns a simple bite into a “wait, what is this, it is amazing” moment.

How To Order The Perfect Gardner’s Cheese Gift

Ordering a Gardner’s Wisconsin Cheese gift is as simple as deciding who you want to make extremely happy.

  1. Choose your package
    Think about the occasion and the person. Housewarming, Birthday, Anniversary, Thank You, Just Because, Dad, or the all-occasion Gardner’s Gift Special.

  2. Consider their taste preferences
    Do they love sharp cheddar, fun flavors like Buffalo Wing Cheese, or milder, creamy options.

  3. Check shipping and timing
    Gardner’s offers cold-pack shipping to all 50 states so your cheese arrives fresh and party ready.

  4. Add a note
    During checkout, you can indicate how you want your card to read and who the gift is from. A little cheese pun never hurts.

When In Doubt, Go With A Gardner’s Gift Card

If you are shopping for a very particular turophile, or you want them to have the fun of choosing their own cheese adventure, a Gardner’s Gift Card is a perfect choice.

  • Can be used on any product

  • Delivered as a one time code by email

  • Never expires

  • When the recipient redeems the card, they still qualify for free item promos active at that time

It is the easiest way to say, “I got you cheese,” while still letting them pick exactly what lands in their fridge.

In Cheeseclusion…

Gifting cheese is part thoughtfulness, part practicality, and part deliciousness. Gardner’s Wisconsin Cheese makes it easy with curated packages for housewarmings, birthdays, anniversaries, thank you moments, just because surprises, and the legendary dads in your life.

From aged favorites like 8 Year Old Super Sharp Cheddar and Aged Gouda to fun stars like Buffalo Wing Cheese, Bacon Oven-Baked Cheese, Smokin' Hot Pepper, and squeaky fresh Cheese Curds, there is a Gardner’s gift for every kind of cheese lover.

Pick the package that matches the occasion, or opt for Gardner’s Gift Special or a Gift Card when you want maximum flexibility. Add a few simple extras like crackers and nuts, and you will have a gift that is unique, memorable, and impossible to forget at the back of the pantry.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a person who loves cheese called?
A person who loves cheese is called a turophile. At Gardner’s, we prefer “cheese lover,” “curd enthusiast,” or “that friend who always shows up with the good snacks.”

What makes a Gardner’s gourmet cheese gift box special?
Gardner’s gift packages are curated with award winning Wisconsin cheeses, artisan meats, and fun extras like themed magnets and cutting boards. It is a ready to serve tasting experience, not just random items in a box.

How do I choose the right cheese gift box?
 Think about the occasion and the person’s flavor preferences. For example, Housewarming Deluxe is great for adventurous cheese fans, the Happy Birthday Gift Package is perfect for someone who loves variety and snacks, and the Just Because Package is ideal for flexible, everyday gifting.

Can I customize a cheese gift box?
 Many customers choose to add their own crackers, nuts, fruits, and beverages at home. You can also send multiple Gardner’s items together in one order to build your own unofficial “bundle” tailored to your recipient, or give a Gift Card so they can choose for themselves.

What are some good additions to a Gardner’s cheese gift box?
 Crackers, breadsticks, nuts, dried fruits, and flavor boosts like Hot Pepper Bacon Jam, Raspberry Honey Mustard, and Wild Berry Drizzle are all excellent additions. They complement the cheeses and help turn a simple gift into a full charcuterie moment.

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