17/06/2026
Summer gift-giving etiquette question:
If you've been invited to a barbecue, garden party or summer gathering, do you arrive with a gift?
Personally, I think a beautifully presented little something goes a long way. It doesn't have to be expensive... a bottle of wine, some homemade treats or a thoughtful keepsake can make a lovely gesture.
And here's a little secret: people often remember how a gift made them feel just as much as what was inside it.
Beautiful presentation turns a simple gift into a memorable moment.
What's your go-to gift when you're invited somewhere in the summer?
🍓The photo is some "jammy biscuits" that I made last week to take to my in-laws