Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Discounted wines and artisan food in private shopping clubs (sample sale, flash sale, private sale sites)


  • GiltTaste is a private sale site (flash sale site, private shopping club, sample sale site) offering food and wine. They handpick every item they offer.

    The GiltTaste market gives you direct access to artisan food products and ingredients, many of which have only been available to chefs until now. Gilt Taste is committed to offering quality products that are fresh, honest and inspiring.

    The GiltTaste selection is curated by their team of gourmet food buyers who have worked in four-star restaurants and for gourmet food retailers. Gilt Taste features daily special sales in addition to their full-priced market, stocked with a selection of some of the world's best artisan goods.

    GiltTaste is also an online magazine that publishes original, daily stories - including recipes, videos, food news and opinions from artisans, experts, chefs and the Taste editors.

    You don't need an invite to join Gilt Taste, and you don't need to be signed in to view the site. However, you will need to register in order to make a purchase from the sales and market.

    GiltTaste

    Gilt Taste items are shipped directly from each purveyor, and delivery timelines can vary from item to item. Their goal is to ship your purchase within 2-5 days of ordering. Perishable items are likely to ship in a shorter timeframe, and some vendors do not ship between Thursday and Sunday. Please refer to the product details page when you place your order for estimated delivery dates.

    Gilt Taste can ship products within the USA. It can't ship to PO boxes.
    Gilt ships a small number of products internationally. Gilt offers $19.95 shipping for most international orders. International orders with large and heavy items may have higher shipping prices to ensure the order delivery.

    Register on Gilt Taste! Membership is free!

     


  • Invino is a private shopping site (flash sale site, private sale site, sample sale site) offering wine. They work directly with top wineries to bring the very best wines at or below the best total price on the web to their members - every day of the week. Invino offers its members spectacular wines from around the world - at prices up to 80% off retail.

    Hand-picked wines are selected by their panel of wine experts. The team consists of seasoned industry insiders and respected, passionate wine experts who share our customers' excitement about wine and exceptional value.

    Sales events launch daily, with wines available exclusively to members for 24-72 hours on average. Guaranteed to be at or below the best total price on the web, there's no better source for enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike.

    Invino

    Invino ships within the USA. It can't ship to P.O. boxes. An adult, 21 years or older, must be present to sign for each shipment.
    Invino currently does not ship outside of the U.S., to U.S. territories such as Puerto Rico, or to Military and A.P.O. addresses.

    Check out invino, the ultimate source for the best wine deals, anywhere. Access is only for Members, which is free and simple to signup!
    Register on Invino today!

     


  • Lot 18 is a private sale site (flash sale site, private shopping club, sample sale site) offering hightly discounted quality wines. It aims to bring its members a taste of wine country every day. Lot18 provides access to high-quality, hard-to-find wines and gourmet foods at attractive prices, as well as wine- and gourmet-themed travel excursions and exclusive dinners at top restaurants across the country.

    Lot 18 lives by a simple rule: If they wouldn't spend their own money on a product, it's not made available on Lot18. Their team of expert curators works closely with quality-driven winemakers and artisanal food producers, as well as top hotels, restaurants and resorts around the world. Their curators select only those products and experiences for Lot18 that are unique in their own right and that represent the highest quality and value.

    Lot 18

    Lot 18 Select offers a curated collection of their most popular wines, all available in half-case bundles that are perfect for building your wine cellar or sharing at a celebration. They have secured access to these wines for a longer period of time to guarantee that Lot18 Select will always offer their members a great selection of their favorite varieties. Check out their latest offerings in Lot18 Select when you're planning your next get-together and need the perfect wines to please all your guests and your wallet.

    Lot 18's vendors can ship products only within the continental United States.

    Wine orders typically ship via UPS or FedEx Ground within two to three days and will be delivered within two to 10 days, depending on your location. Some products are eligible for expedited shipping at checkout. Wine is shipped in approved cardboard boxes with protective bottle inserts. Someone 21 or older must be available to sign for shipments containing wine.

    Get insider access to the finest wines, specialty foods and epicurean-themed excursions, all made available in small quantities and at attractive prices. Register on lot18 today and get a $10 credit into your account! Membership is free!