When I first heard of Harry & David - the brand offering the “crème de la crème” of pears, I was a little unconvinced. I mean, how good could a pear really be?

Then I was given a pear as a gift from one of my generous coworkers. I unwrapped the gold foil covered pear, and had my first bite. Harry and David, you had me at bite one - sweet, fresh and a little taste of pear heaven.

The Harry and David name started in 1914, when the two brothers took over the family orchard business. First grown in France in the 1840s, the very finest today are grown in Southern Oregon. Following environmentally responsible practices through their awareness program, each one of Harry & David pears are hand picked and come with a guarantee.

The Harry & David Royal Riviera® Pears are pampered on the tree, picked at the peak of sweetness and flavor, and packed by hand for perfect arrival. They come packaged in a delightful green box and wrapped in gold foil and tissue.

Uncommonly luscious and wholesome, they’re perfect for health-conscious friends and fine food connoisseurs alike. To find out about Harry and David pears and other fruit gifts, visit www.harryanddavid.com

Amy Chan, partlySunny Contributor