A Sense of Belonging
Cincinnati Food Tours announces the launch of its Welcome Home Gift designed to showcase local businesses and connect visitors and residents alike to the Cincinnati region. Containing an assortment of shelf-stable foods from historic Findlay Market, the gift is an invitation to embrace the local community.
During the pandemic, owner Barb Cooper of Cincinnati Food Tours experimented with several retail products to augment the lack of in-person tours. As she worked with Findlay Market merchants, she was reminded of the community pride so evident around the neighborhood. “When we lost the chance to introduce newcomers to our region face-to-face, I went to work figuring out how to make the connections with a retail product.”
Originally the Welcome Home gift was designed with the real estate industry in mind. However, Cooper quickly realized that the message of “You Belong Here” applies not only to new homeowners, but also translates to a variety of other corporate purposes. “Everyone wants to feel they belong,” said Cooper, “and I think each of us is looking for an inclusive place to live, work, or play.” Among other uses, she suggests the box sends the right message to employees returning to the office after working remotely. “We’ve all been away from each other for so long. It’s definitely time to remind people ‘You Belong Here.’”
The Welcome Home Gift contains items from six Findlay Market merchants, as well as coupons, a gift card, and an exclusive “You Belong Here” coffee mug. Price is $44.10 when purchasing 3 or more boxes. Single boxes sell for $49 each. The gift can be ordered online at https://www.cincinnatifoodtours.com/welcome-home-gift-box/ with delivery or shipping expected within 3 business days. Call Barb Cooper at 513-602-5602 with questions.
Cincinnati Food Tours has been the area leader in food and cultural tours since 2012. Locally owned and operated, the company offers a variety of culinary experiences at Findlay Market, in Over-the-Rhine, in Wyoming, and in other delicious Cincinnati area neighborhoods. In addition to regularly scheduled public walking tours, Cincinnati Food Tours specializes in corporate outings, streetcar tours, progressive meals, and step-on bus tours.