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Choose a popular St. Patrick’s Day gift

| Blog | March 16, 2011

If you’re looking for that special gift for a friend, coworker or loved one for St. Patrick’s Day, you don’t have to look far. At least five popular gifts can be found nearly everywhere and on sale, too.

1. Jewelry always tops the list when it comes to gifts for any and every occasion. Buy a necklace with an emerald pendant or a bracelet with emeralds. But if emeralds appear out of your price range, opt for a silver Claddagh ring or pendant with a Celtic cross.

2. Don’t be shy and forget the sweets or special treats – buy some green cupcakes or cupcakes with green iced tops. You can also offer a gift tray of fruit and nuts, which will be a hit at any office or home party.

Happy St. Patrick's Day

3. Flowers rank as top holiday present. Buy roses, carnations or a special plant for a memorable St. Patrick’s Day. Be bold and buy your gardener friend packets of flower seed, particularly now that spring nears.

4. Want to have fun with the special someone? Then, splurge on  tickets to a favorite sports event, opera, movie or club.  By doing so, you get to spend time together while being entertained.

5. A popular St. Paddy’s Day gift, of course, stands out as a Teddy Bear – one brimming with a green hat or collar. Of course, you can find all kinds of stuffed pets and even shamrocks and hats for the occasion.

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Offer food as a Valentine’s Day treat

| Blog | February 10, 2011

As we move closer to Valentine’s Day, only four days to go, don’t forget those special gifts. And though you may wonder what to give or what to offer on this occasion, don’t forget food.

While people seeking gifts for a special person, some  may choose candy in silk-covered boxes, jewelry, gift baskets and cards, but others interested in just celebrating the day might consider tasty foods for a sweetheart, friend, family member, child or coworker.

Some fun foods for Valentine’s Day can include delicious muffins, nut and fruit platters or a special meal.

Muffins

Tasty Muffins

Muffins, a quick bread made without the yeast, stand out as the perfect snack, party favor and gift. For example, muffins come in a variety of flavors and blends. A number of health-conscious people enjoy muffins made with whole wheat or whole grains. Still, you can find prepared muffins, too, packed with vitamins and minerals from real fruit, nuts and whole grains as well as some with reduced calories.

Even a special dinner at a restaurant or a meal prepared and brought to the office can serve as a nice way to celebrate cupid and all the other Valentine motifs.

What if some of your friends watch their weight? You can still search for meals online and through local companies that offer low-fat or no-fat options. You can even consider a veggie platter or a fruit bowl filled with luscious fruits sure to please everyone.

And don’t forget nuts filled vitamins and antioxidants. Offering a platter with both nuts and dried fruits such as strawberries, cranberries or goji berries also stands out as a perfect addition to a holiday party.

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