A gift or present is the transfer of something, without the need for compensation that is involved in trade. A gift is a voluntary code which does not require anything in return. Even though it involves possibly a social expectation of reciprocity, or a return in the appearance of prestige or power, a gift is meant to be free.
Although baskets were traditionally cooked-up to serve a utilitarian rather than Gourmet Gift Baskets an aesthetic purpose, the convenance of basket making has evolved into an art. Artistic freedom allows basket makers a deep choice of colors, materials, sizes, patterns, and details.