My husband and I are invited to dinner by one of his co-workers. I've never met him, or his family before.
What should I take with me?
Note 1: I've never been invited to dinner by Americans before - this is my first time. I don't want to take something which is culturally acceptable for me and not acceptable for them. I also don't want to go empty handed.
Note 2: No drinks please!!!
2007-10-25 10:34:31 · 12 answers · asked by ✿Purple✿ 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
As other answers have noted ... Flowers are an ideal choice. I would get a nice mixed bouquet at a local florist. I would resist the temptation to buy a large plant or roses though... Just get a simple mixed bouquet.
I would stay away from food gifts as the hostess may have carefully planned his/her menu.
2007-10-25 10:50:29 · answer #1 · answered by yeah , yeah whatever 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Usually a bottle of wine is a standard gift, but some cut flowers or a small potted plant is also a good "host" gift. You can also bring a small dessert or delicacy, preferably something from your country.
2007-10-25 17:54:06 · answer #2 · answered by teresathegreat 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You could ask your husband's coworker if there's anything you can bring, like part of a dessert or something.
But flowers is always a nice gesture.
2007-10-25 17:40:16 · answer #3 · answered by Kara C 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, a bottle of wine is the most accepted gift to bring with you here. Aside from that, you could bring something for dessert.
2007-10-25 17:39:54 · answer #4 · answered by grouch2111 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If not wine, then flowers or candy. A token gift would do, something small, and if you're not a native American, something from your country would be nice.
2007-10-25 17:45:43 · answer #5 · answered by merrybodner 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
How about a candle and candy for the kids!
2007-10-26 19:43:21 · answer #6 · answered by *Stars* and ♥hearts♥ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would ask the coworker if there is anything you could bring.
2007-10-25 20:52:32 · answer #7 · answered by Terri 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Flowers are always well appreciated.
I know you don't want drinks, but a good wine is also a nice gesture.
2007-10-25 17:38:10 · answer #8 · answered by Papucho 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should bake brownies to show that you care and are a good friend. your cell phone.
2007-10-25 21:06:27 · answer #9 · answered by klove 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A cake.
2007-10-25 21:56:13 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋