GIVING + LIVING

Giftware, Homewares, Kitchenware

Special Occasions
Finger Food for a Cocktail Party
Food for entertaining

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n October, 2008 Giving + Living presented an evening  in-store of fine food and wine with Show Me How Chef, Steve Nelson.

As Steve prepared the delicious dishes of finger food for a cocktail party, using simple tools of a heavy based non-stick pan, hot plate, microwave, chopping board and sharp knife, guests chatted and enjoyed champagne.

 

In our photo taken on the evening: Steve, Barbara, Toni, owner of Giving + Living, Eduardo, Toni's partner, and Teresa


 

 

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Wedding Favours or Bombonieres
Weddings

Wedding Favours

istock_000004893665_rose_petals_resize.jpgBombonieres have become more popular in recent years, but they are not essential. If you decide to give these little 'wedding favours' there are many things you can choose to give your guests. Traditionally a bomboniere was three or five sugar almonds beautifully wrapped or packaged but you may prefer something more individual. The staff at Giving + Living can give you some suggestions.

 

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Weddings
Weddings

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T
he average wedding costs $10,000 but you can spend much, much more if you have the funds. Most couples have a budget they want to keep to, so it is important to plan.

Planning a wedding takes at least two. You both need to be happy with this ceremony and celebration of the event that announces to the world that you are starting your lives together. So the first step is to get together and talk about what you would each like.

Here are some tips to get you started.

 

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