The Romantic Gift of Flowers and Food as an Art

From exotic flowers, to Italian gift baskets, you are sure to impress.

When it comes to romance, there are many gifts we can buy. Simply go online and type in a search and all the possible options pop up on the screen. There comes a point however when this method of coming up with ideas may seem logical, but certainly is impersonal. Buying flowers has become mundane and although every woman secretly loves receiving them, adding a special twist will make it all the more meaningful. By following these rules below you can find your own personal way of giving the perfect gift.

Consider Personality
Just because someone likes flowers does not mean they like roses. Some women simply don’t like “typical” flowers. If the person is very individualistic, you might want to consider selecting a unique type of flower such as a Birds of Paradise. If that is too exotic try something like a lily or a bunch of tulips.

Consider Delivery Methods
This is tricky. Do you deliver the flowers yourself at her door or do you have a delivery man do the deed for you? Is rejection an issue? Do you deliver them to her place of work so she can show off her gift in front of her colleagues? Or would this embarrass her too much? Is it even an appropriate place to have flowers delivered? These are the questions only you can answer.

Do not Consider Friends
Do not listen to friends. You need to make your own decision. Getting feedback from friends around you is fine, but in the end, it is your neck on the line not theirs. A friend of mine wanted to do something nice for a fellow friend whom he was slightly interested in. He asked me what would be good and I said a single rose is always nice. So he did just that and the girl avoided him from then on. Obviously, I had ill advised my friend and needless to say, he no longer asked me for input.

Consider Flowers in Art
Flowers fade, what about making yours last? If you are an artist, this is a great way to give a personal and lasting practical gift. Before my husband (who is an artist) and I were dating, he wanted to get me flowers. But due to the long distance relationship and knowing I was not the typical flowery girl, he painted me a picture of flowers in a thin glass vase. It was the best gift I have ever received, and the only flowers that have lasted this long! The painting has made a permanent place on our living room wall, nicely framed.

Consider Adding Food
If at a total loss, or if flowers seem too generic, supplement the gift with something else. This is a great opportunity for something like a chocolate gift basket. If chocolate is too romantic, try something a bit more individualistic, like a gift basket related to their ethnicity. An example would be Italian gift baskets, which are appreciated by even those who are not Italian! Add in some flowers on the side and you are sure to impress.

Try buying flowers and preparing a homemade dish for them. It doesn’t have to be extra fancy, but something such as eggplant and zucchini pasta is a good idea. If they are vegetarian, try adding in some breaded meatballs.

There is an art to being romantic, and giving the right gifts albeit Christmas, Valentine’s Day or a for no reason at all, can make or break a potential relationship. We hope these tips help you think through your gift giving strategy for your special someone.

Author Credit:
Elizabeth is publisher of an Italian cooking website. Sign up for her weekly newsletter where she sends weekly Italian recipes. She believes food and life experiences are commonly linked together. For example, when feeling down, many people turn to high carbohydrate foods such as pasta recipes.

She writes from an Italian perspective for those who enjoy Italian food and lifestyles. Elizabeth has her own column on Women’s Online Magazine called, “Mangia Italiano!”.