I missed last week’s link up with the Sharing Our Lives crew - Adrienne, Dara, Jen, and Joanne.
This month’s topic is Hostess Gifts. I try to gift things that I also like to receive:
Wine. This is usually well received, but you should know if your hostess likes wine and if they do, if they prefer white or red. I find most people give red wine, which I will drink, but I do prefer white so when I get that, it’s even more special. You should also buy a nice bottle of wine, nothing crazy expensive, but better than basic. It’s a gift that you hope someone will appreciate, not the time to save money.
Food. I always ask if I can bring something when I go to someone’s house, but if the answer is no, then I don’t bring something that they feel obligated to serve anyway, I know what it is like to try to fit something unexpected into a carefully planned spread. Instead I may bring a nice bottle of olive oil, salad dressing, cookies, chocolate, or spiced nuts. It’s something they can enjoy later on when the guests have left.
Flowers or plant. A nice bouquet of flowers or a seasonal plant like a mum for fall, poinsettia for Christmas.
Some other ideas - candle, napkins, or a small dish or vase, or something more personal if you know them well.
It’s never great to show up empty handed but it only needs to be a small gesture of appreciation for the invitation.
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