‘Tis the season to be social! But what to bring to all those holiday parties? Add your own distinctive stamp to the events you attend by choosing from our unique list below.
1. A Bottle of Wine
Yes, its cliché. But it’s always welcome! Wine is the perfect compliment to nearly any setting or any group of attendees. But be warned: the holidays are not the time for discount wine. Spend a few extra dollars to get a respectable brand and vintage.
For an extra special touch, present the bottle to your host with Vinotagz around the neck. These wine tags have a simple, modern vibe which sets them apart from other stem markers that were popular a few years back. They’re made from translucent silicone that you can write on the back side with a ballpoint pen (and later wipe clean) if you want to personalize the reusable tags with each wine drinker’s name. They even double as napkin rings.
2. Flowers
Who doesn’t love being surprised with flowers? Delight your host by calling a local florist and arranging to have a seasonal floral centerpiece or holiday wreath sent to his/her house the day before the party. Your thoughtful gift is sure to evoke that warm, fuzzy holiday feeling.
3. Cranberry Salsa
Sweet, spicy and tangy, it's easy to make and looks festive presented to your host in a glass jar topped with a holiday ribbon. Make a big batch ahead of time and portion it out over the holidays.
Ingredients
12 oz. cranberries, fresh or frozen
1 clove garlic
1 bunch green onions, roughly chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
4 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
1/2 cup sugar
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
1-1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Place cranberries and garlic in food processor and pulse a few times. Add onions, pepper, lime juice, sugar, salt and cilantro and pulse. Add oil and pulse to desired texture. It goes wonderfully with crackers, goat cheese, or scoop chips.
4. Liquor Filled Chocolates
These treats are a blending of the best of both worlds - delicious adult flavors and the rich, decadent taste of chocolate. They’re great for gifts, entertaining, or just a treat! Choose from a yummy array of filling options including Kahlua, Southern Comfort, Grand Marnier, brandy, and even champagne.
5. Music
A party would not be a party without great music. Purchase some funky party CDs for your host or burn your own personalized playlist onto CD. If you really want to indulge your host (and budget is not an issue), buy him or her an iPod and download hours of party music onto it.
Though it's not mandatory to give the host a gift for inviting you to the soiree, giving a token of your appreciation will surely make him or her feel extra special. And giving a memorable gift is sure to guarantee an invitation for the next party!
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