pras Posted December 9, 2012 Share Posted December 9, 2012 While not exactly a dinning related post, it is ancillarily so. I was invited to a client's Christmas Party next weekend. It is a Chineese Grand Banquet. What is an appropriate hostess gift? He is from Hong Kong and I would like to impress him and his wife. Your suggestions are greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thistle Posted December 9, 2012 Share Posted December 9, 2012 If I were the host, I'd like an orchid, but that presents the problem of where to put it during the dinner...maybe a nice bottle of wine or spirits? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lperry Posted December 9, 2012 Share Posted December 9, 2012 When I asked Chinese friends what to take my hosts in Beijing when I visited, I was told that there is a great deal of meaning in a gift that demonstrates you are sharing your culture or family traditions with them. I took some locally made chocolates and my husband's book, both of which were well received. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Deb Posted December 10, 2012 Share Posted December 10, 2012 Cognac is a common gift in HK--gift boxed Hennessy or Martell. Also, Swarovski crystal figurines are very popular. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted December 10, 2012 Share Posted December 10, 2012 For business associates that you do not know well, expensive cognac or whiskey would be best. They're known quantities, keep well, and can easily be regifted. If you know he enjoys fine wine, a well selected bottle might impress more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted December 10, 2012 Share Posted December 10, 2012 Also, clicky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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