American Hostess Gifts for French Hosts
A gift for your French hosts ought to display some part of where you come from in addition to showing your appreciation and gratitude for their generosity. Show your francophone hosts some small part of your life in the States, and they'll be happy to share their joie-de-vivre with their gracious guest for many celebrations to come.
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Locally Sourced Gifts
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A gift that is manufactured or sold locally in your home town or state makes an ideal hostess gift; your French hosts are sure to appreciate the novelty of a gift that can only be found in a certain place. Consider giving items that your home is famous for. For example, if you're from New England, consider giving maple candy or a generous bottle of pure maple syrup; if you're from Florida, a key lime pie would be excellent.
Share American Equivalents
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The French may be known for their excellent wines, but vineyards in the States are catching up. Consider giving your French hosts a quality wine from one of the many vineyards in Napa Valley in California. Other locations in the Pacific Northwest, including much of Oregon, are also home to excellent vineyards. Base your selection on your knowledge of your hosts' wine tastes or consult a oenophile for assistance. The United States is also home to an excellent selection of cheeses. Your French hosts might be interested in sampling a spread of Wisconsin cheddar, Vermont white cheddar, muenster, or an exotic Virginia Grayson.
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Classic American Gifts
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The saying goes that something can be "as American as apple pie," and what better way to conclude a meal than with this sweet and classic treat? If dessert isn't your hosts' thing, consider gifting other quintessentially American items, such as peanut butter. Whether it's homemade or store-bought, giving your French hosts a piece of America will go over well.
Classic Hospitality Gifts
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Just because your hosts are French doesn't mean they won't appreciate the thought behind a classic housewarming or hospitality gift like silverware, a subtly scented candle, a silver serving platter or a pretty vase filled with freshly cut flowers. A good rule of thumb is to consider what you would appreciate receiving if you were in your hosts' shoes and trust your judgment.
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