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Chances are likely that you know a vegetarian, because this lifestyle is becoming more popular as time goes on. What type of gift can you give to a vegetarian that will support that person's decision to change their lifestyle? One of the best gifts you can give to anyone is a gift basket that includes items you know the recipient will enjoy. Just as you give a basket of coffee with a coffee cup and some biscuits, chocolate and a scoop for the coffee, you can create a basket that will delight anyone who is a vegetarian.
The First Step
The first step in creating a gift basket is choosing the basket. Do you want a small basket or a huge one? Would you like to create a basket with lots of color or are the ingredients more important than the color? You may prefer a medium basket that is shaped differently than most baskets. Whatever your choice, you can find a basket to suit your needs at a local department store, craft/hobby store or online.
Step Two: Choosing the Ingredients of Your Gift Basket
You are fortunate because there are many choices of items for you to fill a basket for your vegetarian friend, family member, co-worker or acquaintance. Making a decision to include any of the following ingredients in your gift basket will delight the person who receives it.
Want to create a pasta/salad basket? Here are the things you could include:
1. A bottle of olive oil is a perfect addition to any vegetarian gift basket, because vegans and vegetarians use olive oil on a regular basis. Visit stores in your area to choose a bottle that is colorful with beads, oddly shaped or one that has a ribbon around the neck.
2. Another popular ingredient for vegetarian diets is vinegar. You'll be surprise at the variety of bottles available in this category. Some include onions, basil or other herbs. Others might contain wine vinegar or white vinegar. No matter what your choice, you are sure to please with the inclusion of a bottle of vinegar.
3. You could also include a jar of sun-dried tomatoes. These delectable tomatoes add a touch of elegance to any pasta or vegetarian dish.
4. Semolina noodles contain no animal fat as compared to egg-based noodles. Many vegetarians enjoy pasta made from vegetable products, so you could include some colorful spinach pasta or pasta shaped like wheels.
5. Think about adding a bottle of herbs for this basket. Bay leaves and basil are a perfect choice.
Maybe you'd rather create a basket of breakfast goodies. If so, you can buy wheat pancake mix, blueberry syrup, real maple syrup, coffee, tea, and add a Teflon pancake turner to make the basket special.
If your friend is a coffee or tea lover, consider the following additions to your gift basket:
1. Several small bags of flavored or gourmet coffee.
2. A selection of different teas, including green tea, British teas and fruit-flavored teas. Note: if you know the person only drinks decaffeinated tea, make sure you select those teas or coffees.
3. Biscuits made with no animal fat (you will have to search to make sure that they do not include butter, but these items ARE available).
4. A lovely teacup or mug in a pattern that you know the person will enjoy.
5. A tea ball if you include loose teas.
6. A coffee scoop if your gift includes that beverage.
Maybe you would like to create a general vegetarian basket. If so, you can be sure your gift will bring pleasure to the recipient. Here are some items you might include:
1. A bottle of bath salts with an herbal scent like lavender.
2. A candle with a floral scent, such as gardenia.
3. A box of vegetarian chili, sure to please any vegan or vegetarian.
4. A can of hearts of palm, artichoke hearts and/or garbanzo beans.
5. A bottle of gourmet salad dressing made with non animal fat oil;
6. Bottles of popular various herbs such as oregano, thyme and rosemary.
As you can see, the choices for a vegetarian gift basket are endless. Combine any of the above ideas to make your basket unique. Don't forget to add a lovely ribbon bow to your basket, and consider wrapping your gift basket in a clear, colorful plastic. What's your color preference - red, green, blue, yellow, clear? It doesn't matter. By following the above ideas and creating a basket for your favorite vegetarian, you'll be on the top of that person's list in terms of people who give usable gifts!
Final Step: Presenting your gift basket
No matter what you do, be sure to present your gift basket with a wide smile on your face. Rest assured that with careful preparation, the recipient of your gift basket will never forget your special present! |
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