Best Food Subscription Boxes to Gift from Cookbook Clubs to Monthly Recipes
Posted by Timothy Paradis
Fear not, foodies! Even if travel opportunities are limited, monthly food subscription boxes and gifts are a great way to ensure that anyone who's in love with food can still taste all the flavors the world has to offer, right from the comforts of home. And what's more, experiencing bold new flavors and discovering new favorites will keep you drooling in anticipation for each monthly delivery!
Food subscription boxes can do everything from helping you get hands-on in the kitchen to indulging your cravings! For lovers of all things sweet, salty, and everything in between, there’s a subscription service out there just waiting to treat those tastebuds to a healthy snack, a delicious meal, or a decadent dessert.
Monthly subscription boxes designed for foodies are a great way to explore new cuisines, treat yourself to something special, or find the perfect gift for a fellow food lover. Whether you’re looking for yourself or a loved one, this mouthwatering gift guide serves up some of our favorite food and snack subscription boxes on a proverbial silver platter.
What do Different Monthly Food Gifts Offer?
Develop a Global Palate
Try different foods from all over the world with a variety of subscription boxes that will bring the cuisines of the globe into your kitchen. Some options, such as EatTiamo - Italian Food Box and Japan Crate, will bring you dinner from various continents, including both savory and sweet offerings. Others, such as Explore Local Box Monthly, give you a taste of different cities across America.
Start Eating Healthier
Wanting to start eating a more nutrient-dense diet, but are unsure where to begin? A healthy subscription food box can be a great, easy place to start. If you or a loved one is following the keto diet for health, diet, or lifestyle reasons, the Keto Snack Box can be a great addition to your life. Gluten-free and vegan options exist, although others—such as SnackSack Classic—offer both, including both confections and salty treats.
Looking for the ultimate snacking subscription? This box delivers between 11 and 13 surprise snacks every month centered around a fun or seasonal theme. There are four snacking plans to fit different lifestyles: classic, vegan, gluten-free, or vegan and gluten-free.
Shipping: Secure your March SnackSack today, shipping starts on March 18th until sold out! Act fast – limited quantities available. Don't miss out on our "In The Air" theme, celebrating the vibrant arrival of Spring with an array of refreshing snacks and flavors! Order now to guarantee your spot in this delicious adventure!
“I am enjoying everything that came in my monthly box, there wasn't a bad snack in the entire selection! Also, I love the cute bag to keep my snacks in; it's a really nice touch. I can't wait to see what other delights are in the other months to come.” — Kareema B.
Elevate their snacking and break time to a luxurious level with these high-end gourmet gift boxes. Treat them to a monthly selection of three small-batch artisan cheese selections (about a half-pound each) featuring high-quality and rare ingredients, along with tasting notes, cheese profiles, pairing recommendations, and serving suggestions. If the friend or family member you’re shopping for loves gourmet food or enjoys entertaining friends, this unique gift box is a wise and delicious way to celebrate them.
Shipping: We cannot ship to AK, HI or outside of the US. Your first cheese club shipment will be shipped out via FedEx 2nd Day Delivery Service soon after your order is placed. Subsequent shipments will be shipped out around the same time for each scheduled month. Due to the perishable nature, please ship to a location where someone can refrigerate
“Amazing cheese, I see myself being a subscriber for a long time.” – Ashley N.
It's no secret that flavorful healthy recipes require high-quality, freshly-ground spices. Piquant Post Flavor Kits is the perfect way to nudge them out of their cooking comfort zone, and create exciting and delicious meals. Each box delivers 4 spice mixes and 4 chef-developed recipe cards inspired by different cultural cuisines. Making everything from Vietnamese pho to Indian tandoori chicken is easier than ever!
Shipping: Now shipping the March box! New orders ship in ~3 days** Subsequent months always ship on the ~15th of each month.** Use Cratejoy gift email feature to select a date to send a gift message. Join 10's of 1000's of customers across the globe with best spice club on the market and take your home cooking global!
“This is by far my favourite spice subscription, I’ve tried a few different ones. The recipes are extremely easy to follow and delicious & I love that they have the spices for sale on their website in case you want to buy more for future recipes! I’m basically a pro chef now thanks to Piquant Post!” – Sarah S.
Gluten-free snacking has never been easier than with a monthly gift subscription to the SnackSack. Select the gluten-free option for a delivery of 12 snack options that are hand-selected to be nutritious, delicious, and 100% free from gluten. Guaranteed to bring plenty of variety, unbox full-size sweet and salty snack items, including fruit leathers, chips and puffs, cookies, top-quality nuts, macarons and more.
Shipping: Secure your March SnackSack today, shipping starts on March 18th until sold out! Act fast – limited quantities available. Don't miss out on our "In The Air" theme, celebrating the vibrant arrival of Spring with an array of refreshing snacks and flavors! Order now to guarantee your spot in this delicious adventure!
"Just got my crate today and I'm very excited to try all of the snacks included! I have celiacs disease and it can be hard to find new gluten-free friendly snacks. This is a great way to find and try them! Thanks so much, SnackSack!" - Erin J.
Have a grill master in your life? This subscription box delivers premium BBQ sauces, dry rubs, and grilling surprises monthly, plus pitmaster-approved recipes and exclusive deals from award-winning suppliers.
Shipping: Your first box ships within 72 hours. Subsequent shipments will ship on or before the 9th of each month. Please allow 5-7 business days for your order to arrive. Free U.S. shipping! International shipping is $19.99/box. IMPORTANT: Giving a subscription as a gift? Remember to print or email our gift notification cards if you need one.
"Love these boxes! Always a great surprise as we grill a lot and what’s inside are products we are trying out for the first time." — Susan T.
Aficionados at the Heat Hot Sauce Shop are bringing the heat to everyone who claims hot sauce as their favorite condiment with the Hot Sauce of the Month Club. The atomic-sauce experts put their skills to good use, selecting 1 or 3 full-size bottles of award-winning hot sauces in a preferred heat range.
Shipping: Orders placed now will ship January 1st. You can use our printable gift notes or send a gift email to notify the recipient. If you'd like to have your box shipped early, let us know by replying to the confirmation email.
"I bought this as a gift for my boyfriend and so far it’s amazing! He loves putting hot sauce on his eggs in the morning and this subscription is such a fun way for him to try different kinds of hot sauce and so far he’s loving it!" - Emma P.
Jerky Snob takes dried meats seriously. Beef jerky makes for the perfect snack for road trips, while watching Netflix, and even on the way to the gym. Whether they're a dried meat connoisseur or looking for another source of protein, Jerky Snob curates premium handcrafted jerky from small-batch artisans. Choose between 3 different levels, sending from 2 bags up to a full pound, for a variety of protein-packed tasty products.
Shipping: **Shipping not included. Ships to the U.S. ONLY (all 50 states, 5 territories, and APOs.) New orders ship in 1-3 business days, or the date specified. (Gifts ship in logo package via USPS). Regular shipment is 12-16th of each month. No pork allowed? Dietary restrictions? Questions? Scroll to the bottom and click "Contact Seller."
“My S.O. loved these! I got this for him for his birthday and he thoroughly enjoyed looking forward to a new delivery each month. The jerky was really good, exceptionally fresh! Even his least favorite jerky's, the sugar free ones, were pretty good. They just need some kin of sweetness to balance out the flavor. All in all this was a wonderful experience and will be my first stop for future gifts!” -Donna H.
Subscribing to the HealthyMe Living snack box is a great way to meet snacking needs while getting a taste of some of the best healthy snack options out there. Created by a certified health coach with a passion for healthy eating, loved ones will get organic, gluten-free, vegan, and single-serve snacks that have been handpicked just them!
Shipping: First boxes ship within 2-3 business days. Subsequent boxes ship on the 15th of each month. If this is for a holiday gift, please be sure to select the appropriate option at checkout.
“My diet is complex due to a couple of chronic health conditions. This box is wonderful for me since it has some things I wasn’t aware of to try plus a couple of old favorites. I love it and everything in it :) Fun and arrived very quickly. Thank you!” – Marie C.
Take a tasty trip to a new town without leaving the house, thanks to the Explore Local box. Each month, this subscription service spotlights a different U.S. city. They’ll receive a curated selection of artisanal snacks and locally-made treats from that region, along with a beautiful watercolor map and fun facts. It’s a neat way to discover small businesses and local artisans, and it’s the perfect spring subscription box for people who love to travel. With the Explore Local Box, they can sample a little taste of a whole new place.
Shipping: Your first box ships within 3 days of purchase. All subsequent boxes ship the first week of the month. Order by the 14th to receive this month's box.
"GREAT GIFT, GREAT BOX. They support small businesses all around the country and choose the very best locally made items for each month. 10/10 reommend!" - Gene E.
Celebrate all things Appalachian with this thoughtfully curated gift box filled with Appalachian foods, crafts, and home goods. Your gift receiver will enjoy a collection of six to seven high-quality, full-sized products each month (or quarterly if you select the Seasonal Mercantile Box), along with a recipe and information about the products’ makers.
Shipping: We aim to ship our subscription boxes within 3 business days of your order. Your box will renew on the 15th of the following month, or season. Order by December 15th for guaranteed Christmas delivery.
“Great box! I gave it as a Christmas present to my sister and her boyfriend. They both loved the variety of products in it. Everything was unique and high quality!” – Courtney
Prepare delicious, authentic Italian cuisine at home with a subscription to EatTiamo. Each monthly meal kit comes packed with 7 full-size gourmet food items sourced directly from some of the best producers in the country. Get an introduction to the regional delights of Italy by preparing a family-style meal for 4, featuring uncomplicated pasta recipes and traditional sauces and spreads.
Shipping: All the Monthly Boxes are shipped so that you can receive them around the 15th of every month. New subscriptions received at the beginning of the Month will be sent together with all the other Monthly Boxes. New subscriptions received after the 15th of the Month will be shipped all together around the 30th of the Month.
“I really appreciated Eattiamo box, it's so funny and easy to prepare all dishes. You can discover and taste a real typical regional Italian food... I smelled the Italian flavours and for a moment I traveled with my mind 😄 thanks Eattiamo.” – Lauren M.
Experience Japanese culture and explore Japan without leaving the couch! Choose from five crate options — Umai, Inku, Gacha, Doki, or Premium — to experience items like Japan-exclusive Kit Kats, rare drinks, DIY candy kits, and more. Each box includes between 18 and 20 full-sized candies, snacks, or drinks.
Shipping: Crates are shipped out within 5-10 business days of your initial order. Once your crate is on its way to you, you will receive a shipment notification. UPDATE: Due to higher than normal order volume & changes from COVID-19, fulfilment time is currently 3-4 weeks after order date.
“I love that Japan crate provides a way to get authentic Japanese snacks no matter where you live. It's such a fun and interesting way to be connected to other places! The other subscription services under Japan Crate are also great since you can get a box based on your interests, whether it be stationery, food, cute things etc.! Thank you to the team who works so hard!” — Marianna K.
The My Keto Snack Box is a great option if they're adjusting to a new keto lifestyle or if they want to try a new variety of favorite snacks. Each box comes with 8-12 keto and low-carb-friendly snacks that provide less than 5 grams of carbs per serving. Always sugar-free, this box is a fan favorite for introducing subscribers to so many new keto-friendly foods.
Shipping: We will ship every 7th of the month! (First box ships out immediately)
“My cousin gifted me a prepaid subscription last year and I've been subscribed since! The boxes offer a great variety of Keto-friendly items (stuff I've never considered buying or even knew existed!). The Keto noodles and chocolate syrup are my top favorites from the last two boxes.” – My T.