Best Of CLE: Care Packages

Kudo Box
If you’re missing those quick afternoon snack-grabs with your colleagues, Kudo Box is designed specifically to brighten their day. Choose between a small ($32), medium ($50) or large box ($80) filled with different local treats such as Witzi’s Raw Granola, Phoenix Coffee Co. coffee, cookies from Philomena Bake Shop and more. “The team members who receive these boxes are just surprised and overwhelmed with excitement,” says owner Scott Himmel. 5320 Stanard Ave., Cleveland, 216-672-0655, sendkudobox.com

Lakewood Plant Co.
Show your friends how much you love them with this appreciation box ($25) from Lakewood Plant Co. Each box packs in a cute little succulent, scented candle and tiny matchbook that reads “spark joy” as a surprise reminder that your loved ones aren’t alone. “Whatever it is, that little thing that you want to celebrate about someone, you can do it super easy with this box,”says Lakewood Plant Co. brand designer Laurie Sanders. 15612 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216-860-4020, lakewoodplantcompany.com

Oh Pink! Party Shop
Get the party started with a perfectly curated box from Oh Pink! Party Shop. With handpicked items such as rainbow garlands and celebratory plates, owner Catherine Blubaugh offers themed packages such as the Flowers and Frills Party Package ($28) or the Ultimate Saturday Night Fever Party Package ($36). “I think the act of putting together a care package is almost as much fun as receiving one,” she says. 2138 W. 25th St., Cleveland, ohpinkpartyshop.com


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