Fruity Tutti, Yum!

Flower boquets will always be a classic, but if you are feeling rebelliously healthy then why not try fruit arrangements! No, we are not just talking about the regular fruit baskets, we are referring to sliced fruits arranged to perfection by FruiQuet (froo-kei).

“FruiQuet™, short for “fruit bouquet,” is a concept borne out of a passion to offer Filipinos here, and even those abroad, a unique alternative to the usual gifts sent to loved ones or given to close family members and friends.” - FruiQuet.com

We noticed their store while walking around the Eastwood Mall, and our friends joked that since we'll have an alternative wedding cake, might as well consider this as an alternative bouquet for my entourage. I gave the pictures a closer look and they actually looked interesting so I went inside to learn more.

They had a lot of gifts and arrangements available with dipped strawberries starting at Php 390. They can also customize for you, depending on your fruit preference, and budget. Cool!

Dipped Strawberries by FruiQuet

Downside for me though is, since these are fresh fruits, I don't think it will stay as pretty if exposed for too long and I wouldn't recommend for them to be used as entourage flowers. They, however, can be perfect gifts for the Ninongs and Ninangs when we visit them. So rather than bringing in a traditional cake for the “meet and greet” we can give them some “Sunny Tropics” or a “Cup of Hearts.”

This can also be a good addition to the reception's dessert station. They have the 'Garden of Bliss' (Php 3,100) which has a huge selection of fruits like pineapple, melons and cantaloupe sliced into fun shapes and skewered, making it very easy for the guests to eat and enjoy.

photos by FruiQuet

Should you wish to give a FruiQuet as a gift, you can request to add a personalized message card (Php 80) – just tell them what you want to say, include a photo if you wish, and they will take care of the lay-out. They can also put in a bottle of wine for as low as Php 390, foil balloons for as low as Php 100, even teddy bears at Php 350 each!

All the choices can be overwhelming, and it may intimidate you at first, but what's good about FruiQuet is their excellent customer handling. The sales associate at the store was all smiles showing me the photos of their work and explaining their concept and handling. It is indeed a great alternative to flowers, definitely something worth trying.


To know more about FruiQuet you can also check out their website