Murray’s Office Gift Guide 2018

When it comes to the office, having the perfect office is often what every business will be aiming for. You will want to make sure that your employees are happy, this can either be through creating a nice working environment (e.g. by having the office decorated nicely from companies like office monster) or by just creating a happy, positive environment.

Moreover, it might seem obvious, but if you are the owner of an office then it is vital that you take steps to protect your premises from potential criminals. Crime rates often soar during the holidays when expensive gifts are left on display and so it is crucial that you have a security system in place to protect your workplace and your employees from the risks of crime.

Tempted to invest in a new security system for your office, but not sure where to start looking? Why not take a look at these Verisure Smart Alarm devices. Ultimately, protecting your office is all about preventing crime before it takes place, and installing a robust security system might be all it takes to provide the peace of mind that you need.

Often when it comes to the Holidays, this can be quite a stressful time for employees, but it can be easily rectified. Holiday time in the office often means getting gifts for your coworkers aside from finding a Business Electricity and gas company that help to warm up the office during those cold days. Whether it’s something small for a white elephant gift exchange, or something a little larger to thank a close teammate or perhaps a boss, picking a thoughtful, lower-price gift is always a challenge.

However, delicious and artisan made food gifts are always a smart and unique choice, and you don’t need to break the bank to get something both tasty and impressive! You can head over to associatedcoffee.com to check out more, or you can look below to check out some of our favorite office gifts for 2018, categorized by the different coworkers found in every office:

For the Office Snacker: The Ultimate Snacking Tin

Give the person who always has snacks hidden in their drawers or under their desks all the delicious snacks they could want with the Ultimate Snack Tin. What makes this the ultimate? It brings together all the classic snacking profiles. There’s chocolate. There’s popcorn. There’s caramel. There’s cheesiness galore. Salty, sweet, savory, and scrumptious-every snack base is fully covered with this collection.

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A Cheese Made for the Winter: Project Snowbird

Editor’s Note: This post was written by Josh Windsor, one of our Cavemasters at Murray’s, responsible for the crafting and care of cheeses in our very own cheese caves in Long Island City, NY.

Fending off the cold of winter with a malty, dark ale is both an ancient tradition, and a modern good time. So, when Murray’s partnered with Other Half Brewing Co. to create a limited edition cheese for December, an imperial stout washed cheese seemed like the perfect choice. “Snowbirds Imperial Stout” has everything an affineur (those who care for and age cheeses) looks for in a beer. A strong malt backbone, a robust but manageable alcohol content, and complex flavor profile are the perfect combination to build a wash for a hearty cheese. The result of this experiment is Project Snowbird, a comforting cow’s milk cheese with a brothy aroma and lasting finish. But before we dive into the specifics of this cheese, let us first consider the beer.

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Murray’s Ultimate Hosting Guide

Editor’s Note: This post was written by Natasha Manning, Cheese Monger and Regional Manager of Pacific Northwest and Mountain Regions of Murray’s in Kroger stores!

As cheese mongers, we have extra pressure on our shoulders when it comes to entertaining guests during the holidays. After all, they look to us as the cheese experts! Given my profession, I am expected to bring cheese, accompaniments and make them all look flawless together without being asked by my family members. Here’s some of my favorite tips on cutting, storing, and enjoying the different families of cheeses.

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Stocking Stuffing Made Easy at Murray’s: 9 of Our Favorites

You have the same problem every year: how to fill your family’s stockings with things they’ll actually enjoy. That toothbrush a few years back? The socks last year? Yeah, maybe it’s time to up your stocking stuffer game. Luckily, we’re here to help, with some of our favorite products and housewares that your family will love.

Murray’s Hats

Murray’s hats make a statement, and that statement is: yeah, I’m casual, but my cheese game is serious. Whether looking for a 5 panel or a classic dad hat, we’ve got the hat your stocking recipient will love!

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Jake Cohen’s Best Latkes & Toppings

It’s impossible not to love a good Latke: the crispy on the outside, soft and supple on the inside potato pancakes, enjoyed by Jews and non-Jews alike during Hanukkah. We wanted an expert to provide us with a recipe for the potato pancakes and some not-so-traditional toppings options (not that there’s anything wrong with the classic sour cream and apple sauce), so we called Jake Cohen. Along with being the Food and Drinks Editor at Time Out, and self-proclaimed “good Jewish boy”, Cohen is an avid cheeseboard maker, just check out his Instagram, and Murray’s Cheese lover.

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