Greening Your Host/Hostess Gift
Date: November 23, 2007 | Category: Holiday & Gift, Lifestyle
Events galore abound this time of year. From Thanksgiving through New Years, it can be nonstop. And while bringing oneself is all that is “required”, a gift for your host/hostess is a thoughtful gesture. And if you really want to be a considerate partygoer (considerate of the environment too, of course) you’ll nix the conventional in favor of eco-alternatives.
Everyone appreciates fine chocolates, and Viva Terra has a beautiful Chocolate Truffle Gift Box. Blending 70% organic, single-origin Costa Rican chocolate with hormone-free fresh cream, the chocolatier adds organic raspberries, orange zest, espresso beans and chocolate nibs to create a rich, complex truffle collection that also happens to be visually alluring. Actually, if your hostess is on a diet, she may not appreciate these, as they will definitely sabotage her efforts. Instead, you could bring a Soybeam candle that won’t negatively impact the environment or the waistline. The tumblers are constructed using reclaimed water and wine bottles that were on their way to a landfill or recycling center; Soybeam claims they have a more efficient means of processing and finishing the glass than conventional recyclers. Non-GMO, pesticide-fee soy wax is then hand poured (to read about the perils of paraffin wax in a recent post, click here) and organic essential oils added to create light, natural scents. We love the mandarin & grapefruit, as well as the clovebud & cinnamon for the holidays. The candles are then packaged in a glue free, biodegradable and recycled paper box with a chic design in soy inks. Soybeam is definitely on top of their eco game. If your host/hostess takes tea with their crumpets, an elegant option is to bring along a tin of Zhena’s Gypsy Teas. You’ll get them hooked on the “magical” organic, fair-trade stuff that’s GMO- and allergen- free. Their selection includes traditional blends (like Earl Grey and straight Greens) plus an array of exotic blends - all of which have touted aromatherapeutic benefits and beauty benefits. Frills aside, these teas are unique without being overpowering and the tins are recyclable, though they could be collected for any number of uses, including reuse; Zhena’s offers refills on their website.
Whatever your host’s tastes may be, we assure you there is an ecofab choice available. Cheers!
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