Food gift ideas?? Vegan, Cheap/Affordable?

Elena

I would like to make some food gifts for people (diffferent occasions, birthdays, holidays, thankyou gifts..whenever) but I would like to make gifts that are at least somewhat healthy...vegan, and don't cost alot to make


Any thoughts?

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Anything made from scratch is apt to be more healthful than mass produced food with chemicals in it.

These are nice in a fabric trimmed glass jar:
http://www.veganchef.com/chocdipped.htm
Jars of spiced nuts or candied nuts are also easy, and usually greatly appreciated.

Birthday gift for my boyfriend?

Madi

My boyfriends birthday is coming up soon, he's turning 16 and I don't know what to get him as a gift. I don't want to get him anything big. We've only been together for a month. He's vegan so baking him cookies or a cake isn't an option. Any ideas?

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For example, No stress hat http://www.cafepress.com/GeoChemBio.551005695 and gym bag: http://www.cafepress.com/GeoChemBio.551005698
Nice gift is an object associated with what YOU LIKE (rather than he likes) because when using it heâll associate it w you. For example, cute throw pillow (benefit in that his parents may appreciate it) , for example cute owl throw pillow http://www.cafepress.com/GeoChemBio.525022325
Matching T-shirts are also fun, for example, for you:
http://www.cafepress.com/GeoChemBio.528414849 and for him http://www.cafepress.com/GeoChemBio.528414869
this way youâll get present not only for him but also for you, which is great

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Vegan birthday cakes?

Jamielovee

Anyone have any ideas for a vegan birthday cake? My birthday is in August and I have no idea what I can eat for my birthday.

Another thing. What is a "milk devirate?" I was looking on a list of ingredients for coffee creamer and it said "milk devirate."

Thanks :]

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I think you should either get yourself some good vegan cookbooks or go online,to google,and type in vegan birthday cakes. I,myself,have made a chocolate pudding cake,a chocolate macaroon cake (also for my wedding),a key lime "cheesecake", a strawberry shortcake,a peanut butter cake, a mexican chocolate cake.
You should also do some research on being a vegan,on the internet,because (no offense) you don't seem to know the "lingo" and that could become really bad for your diet. When you say milk devirate,do you mean deviate? It means that it comes from milk,either it's a milk powder,or has some milk in it.
I said the above,about you needing to do some of your own research,for 2 reasons,one,if you truly want to be a vegan,you need to know what the names of animal products are in foods,such as casein,beeswax,gelatin,and cochineal.
The other reason is for your health. You need to be aware of what you need to be eating a lot of and what you should be eating only a small amount of. A vegan diet is just like any other diet,you need to be well balanced with it. You also need to be sure to get enough of certain things like calcium,iron and B vitamins. These are all pretty easy to get,assuming you eat a lot of different vegetables,fruits and grains all of the time (it's surprising how many vegans live off of chips,french fries and cake). As for Vitamin B12,as I'm sure you've heard about,as a vegan you will need to get a vitamin suppliment and/or eat nutritional yeast and marmite. The reason we can't get vitamin B12,isn't because only meat has it,but becuase we've become too clean. Vitamin B12 is found in dirt,which is how cows,chickens,turkeys and any other animal people eat,get it into their bodies in the first place.
I know that this is a little bit lengthier than the question you asked,but I just wanted to be sure that you are aware of how your diet needs to be and that you're healthy. I hope you find yourself a good recipe for your birthday. Maybe ask for a cookbook for a gift ;).
BTW,depending on where you live,but there may even be a vegan cake shop in your area. I know they have them in NYC,and probably in California.Check your area.

Gift ideas?

revealthei

A close friend's 18th birthday is coming up, and I'm not quite sure what to get her. Her personality can be described as: outgoing, friendly, eco-friendly, pacifist, humanitarian, vegan, etc. I've gotten one small thing for her (a "go green" bag), but, I'm not sure what else I can get for her. Things that are affordable, and preferably that I can purchase at a store, not online. I'm just completely stumped. Any serious ideas would truly be appreciated. Thanks.

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perfume :) I always give it along with something :)

I dont know your price range, but you can get it within all


if you are willing to spend 50 bucks on one, true blue by dolce and gabbana is amazing :)

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What could I give as a birthday gift?

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taymarie i

I really want to go out of my way for my best friend this year. Her birthday is in August, but I want to begin saving up for the big day. She's turning 16, so I want to make the day super special when she opens the gift I give her.

She suffers from an eating disorder, and is currently recovering very, very well.
She's vegan, and tries to eat organic also.
She's a super Beatles fan and knows everything possible about the Beatles.
She loves the Foo Fighters, especially Dave Grohl.
She plays guitar.
She likes shows involving ghosts and really likes reality television.
She has an iPhone 4, if that matters.

So please, please, help me. We've been friends for 7 years. She means the world to me. What should I get her?

What I had in mind was homemade vegan cookbook with a cute collage on the cover and a few mixtapes? I don't know! Give me some ideas :)

THANK YOU SO MUCH IN ADVANCE

Answer
How about going on a trip with her? Or to be practical, you can give her the stuffs she loves.

If you want to special and romantic, you can make album of love greeting card and collage with the photos of your two. It is really a terrific idea

Try Softease CollageFactory Pro, it is greeting card and collage maker.

What should I put on my Christmas list?

Blue Eyes

I'm really into health/beauty/food etc so I'm looking for stuff like that. One thing I'm asking for this vegan cookbook. I don't have many ideas for my list besides the vegan cookbook, teeth whitening trays, a new jacket, gift cards, perfume, and maybe another purse. Can someone help me? =) Thanks =)

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Well... I'm going to go out on a limb and say...have whoever you're giving the list to donate to some animal cause? Just a thought. My girlfriends friend has people bring donations for the humane society on her birthday. Like towels, and peanut butter for the dogs, and just a bunch of stuff for the animals. I know you're wanting Christmas ideas for yourself but just a thought. My friend does stuff like that for Christmas... She's so selfless that it makes you feel like crap for wanting stuff... XD ANYWAYS!

iTunes card
Gym membership
Uh... I'm kind of at a loss... Sorry. D:

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I need ideas for my 17th birthday party?

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Carrie

I am turning 17, January 6th and I want to be with my close friends but not all of them get along. I was thinking going to brick road pizza which is my favorite vegan restaurant and I don't know what to do after that. I live in Grand Rapids so there has to be something I just don't know what. Ideas?

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The 17th birthday for either a boy or a girl is a very special day because it represents the last birthday before he or she is legally an adult. While some think that a 17-year-old would not still be fond of fun and games, on the contrary, there are still many great themes that will appease your teenager.

The Formal Party
Since adulthood is veering around the corner, many kids this age will appreciate a birthday party that beckons upon this premise. Formal birthday parties are actually rather easily thrown. Create formal invitations that require an RSVP. A hired catering company that will provide a menu is also advised--this way you can even ask guests on the invitations what their menu choices will be. Most local hotels will offer smaller ballrooms that you can rent for a decent bargain. You can even set up tables with fancy drinks like sparkling cider and juices, which mimic a real cocktail bar. A hired band that performs songs all night or a DJ for dancing and some fancy decorations will net you a formal birthday party that your teenager won't soon forget.
Rock and Roll Birthday Party
Perhaps one of the more popular of birthday party ideas for teenagers is a rock and roll birthday. Your best bet is to find out if they have any friends who are in local bands that they really like. You can easily hire these local bands for pretty cheap and get them to play at your home in your backyard. Make sure that you acquire a live music permit from your local authorities so that your party does not get shut down.



Flashy rock themes include the birthday cake--you can even decorate a print-on cake with their favorite rock band on the frosting; all you need is a picture. Include free music download cards in your party teasers and create invitations that look like real concert tickets that you tear at the door as guests enter.
Video Game Themed Birthday Party
Most teenagers love video games--even girls these days are playing more and more video games. One of the more popular varieties of these video games are games like Rock Band and Guitar Hero. Set up a video game console in the living room and hold showdowns to see can rock out harder. Cool invitations can resemble game controllers and attendees can be encouraged to purchase video game-related gifts for the birthday kid. Offer a prize for the winner of a video game showdown

What's a better idea for my 24th birthday party? Restaurant or potluck? Or something different?

Colleen

A restaurant would be more expensive for the guests, but a potluck would require more preparation and cleanup. Also, my place is kind of small (1 bedroom apartment). There's also the added complication that I'm vegetarian and want to invite people from the local vegetarian/vegan community that I'm a part of, but I also want to invite a few friends who aren't vegetarians (which actually aren't many, since most of my friends are in college or grad school and away for the summer while I'm still in my college town). If I do a potluck, should I ask those people to just bring drinks and maybe chips? I'm probably stressing about this too much, but my birthday is on the 27th so I need to plan something soon. Thanks for your help!

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If you have the time, do the potluck. Everyone seems to go out these days, and I enjoy going to someone's house and relaxing.... and if you have the time and energy, there is nothing wrong with doing both if you are not asking for gifts. I always have a family thing and a friend thing.

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What could I give as a birthday gift?

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taymarie i

I really want to go out of my way for my best friend this year. Her birthday is in August, but I want to begin saving up for the big day. She's turning 16, so I want to make the day super special when she opens the gift I give her.

She suffers from an eating disorder, and is currently recovering very, very well.
She's vegan, and tries to eat organic also.
She's a super Beatles fan and knows everything possible about the Beatles.
She loves the Foo Fighters, especially Dave Grohl.
She plays guitar.
She likes shows involving ghosts and really likes reality television.
She has an iPhone 4, if that matters.

So please, please, help me. We've been friends for 7 years. She means the world to me. What should I get her?

What I had in mind was homemade vegan cookbook with a cute collage on the cover and a few mixtapes? I don't know! Give me some ideas :)

THANK YOU SO MUCH IN ADVANCE

Answer
How about going on a trip with her? Or to be practical, you can give her the stuffs she loves.

If you want to special and romantic, you can make album of love greeting card and collage with the photos of your two. It is really a terrific idea

Try Softease CollageFactory Pro, it is greeting card and collage maker.

What should I put on my Christmas list?

Blue Eyes

I'm really into health/beauty/food etc so I'm looking for stuff like that. One thing I'm asking for this vegan cookbook. I don't have many ideas for my list besides the vegan cookbook, teeth whitening trays, a new jacket, gift cards, perfume, and maybe another purse. Can someone help me? =) Thanks =)

Answer
Well... I'm going to go out on a limb and say...have whoever you're giving the list to donate to some animal cause? Just a thought. My girlfriends friend has people bring donations for the humane society on her birthday. Like towels, and peanut butter for the dogs, and just a bunch of stuff for the animals. I know you're wanting Christmas ideas for yourself but just a thought. My friend does stuff like that for Christmas... She's so selfless that it makes you feel like crap for wanting stuff... XD ANYWAYS!

iTunes card
Gym membership
Uh... I'm kind of at a loss... Sorry. D:

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What should I put on my Christmas list?

Q. I'm really into health/beauty/food etc so I'm looking for stuff like that. One thing I'm asking for this vegan cookbook. I don't have many ideas for my list besides the vegan cookbook, teeth whitening trays, a new jacket, gift cards, perfume, and maybe another purse. Can someone help me? =) Thanks =)

A. Well... I'm going to go out on a limb and say...have whoever you're giving the list to donate to some animal cause? Just a thought. My girlfriends friend has people bring donations for the humane society on her birthday. Like towels, and peanut butter for the dogs, and just a bunch of stuff for the animals. I know you're wanting Christmas ideas for yourself but just a thought. My friend does stuff like that for Christmas... She's so selfless that it makes you feel like crap for wanting stuff... XD ANYWAYS!

iTunes card
Gym membership
Uh... I'm kind of at a loss... Sorry. D:

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What should I get my boss for her birthday?

Q. My boss's birthday is coming up next weekend and I have not idea what to get her. She is a financial advisor in NYC (oringially from Kansas). She is going to be 52, loves to golf, and is a vegan. I've worked for her for a little over 2 years and we have a great relationship. She really cool and down to earth. In the past for X-mas I have gotten her a plant, vegan books, and a cute pen set that looks like golf clubs. I was thinking a gift certificate for a spa - but then she'll know how much I spent. Plus, I'm pretty broke. Any suggestions?

A. How about a cool day planner for the next year (2008) where she can write appointments, etc.? Most office stores (Office Max, Office Depot, Brookstone, Bags N Baggage, etc.) would have them and they cost as little as $10.00 - $20.00 for one. Some even come with a calculator, pen, paper, calendar, etc. and are decorated with golf or other motifs.

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What should I get my boos for her birthday?

Q. My boss's birthday is coming up next weekend and I have not idea what to get her. She is a financial advisor in NYC (oringially from Kansas). She is going to be 52, loves to golf, and is a vegan. I've worked for her for a little over 2 years and we have a great relationship. She really cool and down to earth. In the past for X-mas I have gotten her a plant, vegan books, and a cute pen set that looks like golf clubs. I was thinking a gift certificate for a spa - but then she'll know how much I spent. Plus, I'm pretty broke. Any suggestions?

A. I would throw them a ghost party/

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