Choose the jars and flavour mix
Our custom hampers start with your jar selection. You can keep it simple with one flavour family or mix sun-dried tomato preserves with pickles for a sharper, savoury spread. It works well for home gifting, client thank-yous, small launches, wedding tables and seasonal presents. We pack in practical quantities too, so you can order a handful of hampers or a larger run for staff and guests.
Because the preserves are made in Paarl from local farm produce, the mix you choose can reflect the season and what is moving well in the kitchen. If you are sending hampers to Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban or Gqeberha, we will help you keep the contents stable for courier handling and warm-weather transit.
- Single-jar, two-jar or multi-jar hamper builds
- Mixed savoury selections for cooking and snacking
- Options suited to personal gifts, corporate packs and event favours
- Bulk ordering available for repeat gifting or staff packs
Presentation styles that suit the occasion
Presentation can be kept neat and practical or made a bit more polished for gifting. We can arrange the jars in a hamper box, tray-style pack or wrapped presentation box depending on the order size and the look you want. A simple ribbon finish works well for everyday gifts, while a more structured hamper is often chosen for corporate gifting and wedding orders.
For courier orders, the packaging needs to do more than look good. It must protect the jars, hold their weight and keep the contents snug. We use inner padding, firm carton walls and sensible jar spacing so the hamper arrives in good condition even when it is travelling a fair distance. If you are sending to coastal areas such as Durban or Gqeberha, we can also take extra care with outer wrapping, since humidity and heat can be hard on cartons.
- Hamper box, tray or wrapped gift format
- Ribbons, filler and label options by request
- Protective packing for courier movement
- Suitable for indoor events, office deliveries and home gifting
What is included in a custom hamper
Every custom hamper is built around a clear list, so you know exactly what is going out. We can include preserve jars, a message card if needed and a presentation finish that matches the order. If you are placing a hospitality or corporate order, we can also separate hampers by recipient list, venue or delivery address.
Depending on the brief, a hamper may include a small set of jars or a broader mix. The size usually depends on the budget, the number of recipients and how much unpacking you want the person to do. For larger orders, we keep the contents consistent across packs so the final result is tidy and easy to hand out.
- Selected Cumato preserve jars
- Gift packing and protective insert materials
- Optional message card for personal or business gifting
- Order splitting for multiple recipients or addresses
How the ordering process works
Once you send an enquiry through the contact page, we confirm the order details and the hamper style you want. From there, we check stock, agree on the jar mix, confirm quantities and lock in delivery timing. If you need help deciding, we can suggest a practical combination based on the occasion, budget and how many hampers you need.
The process is straightforward because many orders are time-sensitive, especially for weddings, month-end corporate gifting and seasonal runs. We keep communication direct and make sure the final pack list is clear before the hampers are made up. That saves time and helps avoid mistakes when a delivery is going to several towns at once.
- Send an enquiry with your quantity, occasion and delivery area
- Confirm jar selection, hamper style and any message card details
- Approve the pack list and pricing approach
- We assemble, pack and hand the order to courier
Turnaround times and delivery planning
Turnaround depends on the number of hampers, the contents and how specific the presentation brief is. Smaller orders are usually easier to schedule, while larger or multi-address runs need a bit more lead time so everything is packed correctly. If your delivery is for a fixed date, it helps to book in early, especially in the run-up to festive season or wedding months.
For courier delivery, we plan with South African conditions in mind. Load-shedding can affect scheduling and stock handling, and long-distance routes may need an extra day or two depending on destination and service level. We do our best to allow for these factors when arranging handover from Paarl to centres like Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban and Gqeberha.
- Short lead times for small hamper runs, subject to stock
- Longer lead times for bulk, custom or multi-address orders
- Courier timing confirmed before dispatch
- Best to allow extra time for peak periods and intercity delivery
Pricing, upkeep and repeat orders
Pricing is based on the number of jars, the hamper format, packing materials and courier destination. We quote clearly so you can see what is included before you confirm. For larger orders, pricing is usually more efficient per hamper than for a one-off gift, especially when the contents and presentation are kept consistent.
These hampers do not need special care once they are packed, but the jars should be kept upright, out of direct sun and away from wet storage areas. If you are receiving stock for a store, hospitality venue or office pantry, it is sensible to check the cartons on arrival and again before handover to recipients. For ongoing gifting, subscription-style or seasonal hamper orders can be scheduled at set intervals, such as monthly, quarterly or for fixed event dates.
- Pricing varies by jar count, hamper size and delivery area
- Bulk orders may suit staff gifts, client packs and event gifting
- Store in a cool, dry place once delivered
- Repeat or seasonal orders can be planned in advance
Key facts
| Base | Paarl, Western Cape |
|---|---|
| Service area | South Africa nationwide |
| Typical order types | Personal gifts, corporate gifts, event favours, wedding orders |
| Presentation options | Hamper box, tray-style pack, wrapped gift box |
| Turnaround | Depends on quantity, stock and courier route |
| Pricing model | Quoted per hamper based on jars, packing and delivery |
