subject: Candy Gifts And Other Great Hostess Gift Ideas [print this page] Hosting a dinner party can be a fun way to get together with friends and family over a delicious meal. But while fun, it's a lot of work and can be a tad stressful. Because someone is offering to provide you with a meal, it's customary for the guests to show their gratitude with a gift. There are numerous options and no right or wrong ways to approach this. However, do not feel inclined to spend a great deal of money. You can find affordable gifts that the host will appreciate.
Food is probably the best route to go. It is a dinner party after all! However, before you bring over a side dish or dessert, call up the host to confirm dishes. She has probably planned the menu in a particular fashion or may already have enough food to go around. While more is always better then less, you don't want the food to be a waste. Instead, why not try a bottle of wine or two? That's always a welcomed gift. Ask the host what's on the menu so you can pair a wine accordingly. If you bring two bottle, try a red and a white to please everyone.
Another easy food solution is candy gifts. Dessert may be taken care of already, but there is always room for a few truffles or perhaps some chocolate covered pretzels. Ask how many guests are attending so you can ensure there is enough for everyone. Since there will be plenty of dessert, don't go overboard with a 30lb. candy gift basket. If there are a lot of sweets, opt for dried fruit and nuts instead. I guarantee there will be a few people watching their diet. With a little variety of candy gifts, you can let everyone indulge in a little sweet and savory.
If you're worried the host will become inundated with food, there is always a gift for the home. Maybe your host is an avid cook (which is a good assumption since she's hosting a party) and there is a cool kitchen gadget you can pick up? If you think kids have a large toy selection, visit a home goods store. Inventors and chefs are always coming up with gadgets to make cooking more efficient, easier, and a tad neater.
People who are very close to the hostess can opt for a more personal gift. Maybe there is something she has been saying she needs for a long time -whether it be a new picture frame for the living room or candles for the dining room table.
There are a lot of options out there, but do bring something with you, no matter has small it may seem. A gift is always appreciated.
