I just got invited last minute to a surprise birthday party at a restaurant for a friend that I don't know so well. I do know that she likes eating at this restaurant that we are invited to. Would it be cheesy if I got her a certificate from this restaurant or does it seem like I put no effort into thinking about her gift.
The thing is I just found out about it tonight and the party is tomorrow night.
Any other ideas.
2007-05-28 15:52:35 · 11 answers · asked by Laurience 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
If you don't know her so well but you know she likes that restaurant, that would be a great idea. You can't go wrong, I think.
2007-05-28 15:57:51 · answer #1 · answered by BAnne 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You could buy the g.c., but what about just a card and a gift that doesn't show a price, like a little ornament? They are available all over, stuff like glass animals and trinket boxes, also they are low cost. Women always like them and because it's a last-minute invite, she can't expect anything more from you. I always have reservations about g.c.s because a gift is not supposed to show a price tag - I would only give them to my family, rather than acquaintances.
2007-05-29 12:12:13 · answer #2 · answered by jenesuispasunnombre 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
im with mama the last minute invite was cheesy but that is a great idea esp if u know she likes the restaraunt i get gift cards for blockbuster almost every Christmas and its great cause I'll use em to try out a new game
2007-05-28 23:28:44 · answer #3 · answered by Solar_flare 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gift certificate, yes...same restaurant as the dinner, no. Stop somewhere and get a GC...plenty of convenience stores sell a wide range of gc's these days, hit one on your way to dinner. Don't forget the birthday card!
2007-05-28 23:21:14 · answer #4 · answered by fdm215 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it's a perfectly lovely gift. It's something you know she will enjoy.
Put it in a box with some tissue and wrap it in some really pretty paper and add some silk flowers or really nice bow. The presentation is just as important as the gift.
2007-05-29 13:39:44 · answer #5 · answered by teacherintheroom 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Nah, I think gift certificates are great. If not at this restuarant, try getting her a certicate for another place or even for Starbucks. Does she like to read? Get her a certificate for Barnes and Nobels (I'd personally love that). But if you really don't have time, one for the resturant and a nice card would be fine.
2007-05-28 22:58:32 · answer #6 · answered by Jessica 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
When in doubt, give flowers. Maybe a rose mix in a vase so she can enjoy them with her meal.
I got my grandma some flowers and became the favorite grandchild that night.
2007-05-30 18:59:26 · answer #7 · answered by germaine_87313 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-05-29 05:51:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Not cheesy, actually it's quite thoughtful. what's cheesy is the last minute invite.
2007-05-28 23:20:18 · answer #9 · answered by ohbrother 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I agree, I think a GC is fine but perhaps from another place. You can get one right now online at amazon.com.
2007-05-28 23:01:04 · answer #10 · answered by Airadine 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋