Finding the right surprise for a friend, client, or family member can feel tricky when you have a busy schedule. You want something thoughtful that actually shows up in one piece and on time. 

Luckily, Halifax has plenty of fantastic local shops that pack incredible goodies and drop them right on your recipient’s doorstep. So we’ve spent time digging through the top local options to see who brings the best items and most dependable drop-offs. 

If you want the best gift delivery in Halifax, this list has you covered. Read on!

1. Twisted Willow Flowers & Gifts

Website: https://www.twistedwillow.ca/

Address: 1869 Upper Water Street, Historic Properties 

Contact: 902-422-5683

Hours:

• Monday-Tuesday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Wednesday-Friday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Saturday, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Sunday, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Twisted Willow Flowers & Gifts has been operating since 1994, packing shelves with Nova Scotia sea salts, handmade soaps, and tasty pantry staples. If you can’t find an exact bundle on their shelf, you can call them up to assemble a custom artisan crate.

We actually gave them a quick ring to set up a timed delivery for a friend’s party, and their team handled the scheduling without a hitch. 

On top of that, they offer discounts for volume orders when you need corporate trays for team milestones. 

Just keep in mind that they don’t run courier routes on Sundays, so weekend celebrations require Saturday drops or in-person pickups.

Customer Reviews

They were so communicative

Well I am super impressed. I live in the Uk and my friend in Halifax. It was her birthday today so I ordered some flowers for her. They were so communicative, got in touch when they couldn’t get hold of her (I gave them the wrong number 🤦‍♀️), then the delivery guy carried them to her apartment as she has a new born. The flowers are gorgeous and she is delighted. Thanks so much 🥰

• Rebecca Buckley | Google Review

2. Sweet Jane’s

Website: http://www.sweetjanes.com/

Address: 1300 Queen Street

Contact: 902-425-0168 | 1-877-333-9055 | [email protected] 

Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM | Sunday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sweet Jane’s brings a lively mix of retro toys, gourmet treats, and vintage candies that instantly brighten anyone’s day. They pack classic sweets alongside famous brands and what they describe as the province’s largest selection of Jelly Belly beans.

Every basket here can be tailored around your budget and personal taste, making it simple to send sweet treats across town. Then, they arrange local hand-delivery through professional couriers to make sure your surprises arrive in great condition.

Businesses can also add custom message cards printed with their corporate logo. 

However, corporate pricing quotes take up to 24 hours on weekdays, so you can’t get instant pricing if you need bulk quotes immediately.

Customer Reviews

I will definitely order from them again

Ordered a gift basket for my mom. Amazing customer service! I was able to customize it to my satisfaction. The delivery was confirmed before it arrived. My mom said it was the prettiest basket she has ever seen! I will definitely order from them again.

• T Gordon | Google Review

Impressive corporate gifting services

Janet has created a timeless destination for all things “gift”, with delicious and rare goodies, a retail shop with novel and nostalgic options, as well as impressive corporate gifting services. If you need to celebrate, thank or recognize someone special, Sweet Jane’s is a great place to start!

• Lindsay Cross | Google Review

3. Edible Arrangements

Website: https://www.ediblearrangements.ca/

Areas Served: Dartmouth, Bedford, Halifax, and surrounding service areas

Contact: 902-404-3404

Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Sunday, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Local franchise ownership backs Edible Arrangements, where trained fruit experts prepare fresh snack arrangements and grab-and-go treats daily. 

Their same-day delivery options also make last-minute gifting much easier. You can place same-day orders until 5:00 PM on weekdays and 3:00 PM on Saturdays, which can be a lifesaver when you’re in a rush.

They also transport orders in refrigerated vans, helping chocolate-dipped strawberries and other treats stay fresh and cool during delivery. For added value, qualifying orders over $89 CAD get free next-day delivery.

One client we spoke with sent a dipped fruit platter to a coworker and said that being able to track the delivery van online gave them complete peace of mind.

However, the catalogue mainly focuses on fresh fruit and food, so you’ll find fewer non-food gift options than at a traditional gift boutique.

Customer Reviews

Very impressed with the service and delivery

Very impressed with the service and delivery!! I ordered a birthday arrangement to be sent to my daughters workplace (clinic in Dartmouth).  When they arrived it turned out she was working in a different clinic that day (in Halifax) and they quickly re delivered to the correct location.  Wonderful service!

• Brenda MacFadyen | Google Review

Professional and helpful to say the least

Called last minute looking for a delivery on a tight timeliness that looked like it was going to be impossible to meet.  I left the conversation letting them know I was going to look at alternatives and get back to them as I was calling from another part of the province and wasn’t going to be able to do a pickup myself.   Long story short,  I got an unprompted call-back a short while later telling me they would do their best to help me out- unbelievable!   Made my day.  Professional and helpful to say the least.  Highly recommended.

• Chris Nelson | Google Review

4. Bloomex Halifax Flowers & Gift Baskets

Website: https://bloomex.ca/florist/halifax/

Address: 5 Waddell Ave

Contact: 1-888-912-5666

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Bloomex runs its own production facility in Halifax. They offer a dedicated range of gourmet fruit, wine, and chocolate gift baskets across the region. 

You can also browse hundreds of floral styles, along with generous snack bundles that work well for almost any celebration.

For last-minute gifts, Bloomex offers same-day gift basket delivery six days a week. The shop also advertises savings of up to 50% compared with typical local flower prices, although this represents their own pricing comparison.

If you’re putting together a self-care day for someone, you could pair one of these gift packages with a gift card to one of the top barbershops in Halifax. 

However, keep in mind that same-day floral orders have a strict 1:00 PM cutoff, so afternoon orders will need to wait for the next available delivery slot. 

Customer Reviews

Have been impressed with the responses every time

I have been using Bloomex for my corporate and personal condolences and celebrations for the past 4 years and have been impressed with the responses every time. I generally use the gift box option that allows me to send a more personal touch to a delivery, but the flowers are always good value for the product as well. If you plan on using the service more than once a month, I would recommend paying for the platinum membership that allows you to have unlimited shipping for a year.

• Nate Stahle | Google Review

The order process is quick and easy

A repeat customer of Bloomex. Have ordered flowers for people in Ottawa area, Vancouver, Halifax, and London, ON. The order process is quick and easy and all but one product delivery was very pleasing to the recipient and for me as the gift giver. I have been quite happy overall with the quality, freshness, and presentation of the product and how delivery requests are fulfilled. Crossing my fingers that the order just made is as beautiful as my loved one receiving them!

• Mary Anne Melanson | Google Review

5. Nova Box

Website: http://www.novabox.ca/

Address: 6380 Lady Hammond Road, Unit 3

Contact: 902-240-2204 | 902-440-9925 | [email protected] 

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Nova Box celebrates East Coast living with curated crates full of local snacks, bath products, and home accessories. They even created an exclusive collaboration box featuring a signed Lesley Crewe book, which we’ve heard sells out quickly.

Their build-your-own feature lets you pick specific artisanal items and includes a handwritten note for a charming personal touch. 

They even partner with Haligone to coordinate dedicated courier drops across the Halifax Peninsula and surrounding suburban communities.

Corporate clients can also hand off their event and employee gifting projects, since the team oversees everything from initial design to final dispatch. 

Just know that all crate sales are final upon checkout, and because they use dedicated couriers, they can’t deliver packages to Post Office (PO) boxes.

Customer Reviews

I am so impressed with this organization

Amy and her team are exceptional! I needed a bunch of gift boxes for presenters at a conference. They were fantastically curated and she delivered them to my hotel ahead of time so that they were waiting for me on arrival. After arriving I realized I was one box short! Amy hand delivered the last one to the hotel Immediately. I am so impressed with this organization!

• Stephen Perry | Google Review