54 The Queens Courier • THANKSGIVING • NOVEMBER 17, 2016 for breaking news visit www.qns.com thanksgiving 7 great Thanksgiving gifts for the hostess with the mostest Let’s face it: Whoever hosts Thanksgiving has a lot of work to do, no matter how big of a party it is. Whether you’re attending a Thanksgiving celebration in person or celebrating in spirit with friends and family who are far away, show your thanks by sending a hostess gift. Here are seven ideas guaranteed to make a world-class impression by going beyond just a bottle of wine. DIY herb blends in tins Get small metal tins from your local craft store and make your own herb blends to give to the special host. Stock up on bulk spices and have fun blending new seasonings that will keep meals flavorful all winter long. Great options for a poultry spice include thyme and tarragon. Sage, thyme and fennel seed are great for pork. Label the tins with stickers or tie tags on with twine for a chic, rustic presentation that’s easy to bring to a party or ship out to friends and family. Personalized kitchen must-haves The kitchen is the heart of the home and it’s also the heart of all the action on Thanksgiving. Give the hosts something to enhance their kitchen collection and add personalization to make it really unique. Personal Creations’ Thanksgiving Collection includes thoughtful items like a turkey platter for grandma that can be personalized with all the grandkids’ names, or a stoneware casserole dish personalized with the family’s surname or a special message. Antique or out-of-print recipe books Food is the focus on Thanksgiving, so any cooking-themed gift is sure to be loved. This year, scour vintage and secondhand stores for old recipe books with beautiful illustrations. It’s a unique way to thank the cook, and you can feel confident it will be used over and over again. Plus, you know no other guest will bring the same item! Sweet tooth delights No matter how much you eat, there’s always room for dessert on Thanksgiving. This year, complement the pumpkin pie with some new sweet treats that embrace the flavors of autumn. No need to slave over the stove - simply order tasty indulgences from Shari’s Berries, like Praline Pecan Dipped Strawberries, Pumpkin Pretzel Twists and fancy Hand-Dipped Caramel Apples. These special treats are delivered in a beautiful box with a pretty ribbon on top, so all you have to do is click “send” to bring a smile to her face on Thanksgiving Day. Mason jar manicure kit After cooking a turkey, peeling potatoes and washing dishes all day, your hostess’s hands will likely be less than ladylike. Give her a gift she can enjoy tomorrow when she’s recouping: a mason jar manicure kit. Get a large glass mason jar and fill it with goodies like nail polish, emery boards, cotton balls, cuticle oil, nail clippers and hand lotion. Fold up a small handwritten note of thanks and place it within the jar. Twist on the lid and finish it off with a pretty bow. Fresh plants for festive home decor Give your hostess a gift that adds elegance to the tablescape with fresh plants in unexpected designs. The Giving Thanks Collection from ProFlowers and ProPlants includes autumn-themed centerpieces and cornucopias made from the freshest flowers and greenery. From the Turkey Harvest Mum Centerpiece featuring a gorgeous turkey vase to the Thanksgiving Collection Centerpiece with waterfall layers of greenery gently surrounding three tapered candles, there’s something guaranteed to brighten any Thanksgiving table. The busy hostess will appreciate the easy, fresh and colorful centerpiece showing up at her door. Gift baskets of goodies When you just can’t decide, a gift basket packed with goodies provides a bounty of flavor any host will appreciate. Instead of running from store to store gathering gift-basket items, explore the Autumn Collection from Cherry Moon Farms. One popular option is the 21-Piece Fall Cornucopia Set that includes a variety of fresh fruit, beautiful gourds and delicious autumn cookies. Add a handwritten thank you card for the perfect finishing touch. Courtesy BPT THANKSGIVING DINING GUIDE Enjoy your Thanksgiving meal with family at these fine restaurants: Marbella’s 220-33 Northern Blvd., Bayside 718-423-0100 http://www.marbella-restaurant.com Koliba’s Czechslovac Restaurant 31-11 23rd Ave., Astoria 718-626-0430 www.kolibarestaurant.com Union Prime Steak and Sushi 661 Northern Blvd., Great Neck 516-487-9200 Buddy’s Kosher Deli 215-01 73rd Ave., Flushing 718-631-2110 buddyskosherdeli.com Durso’s Pasta and Ravioli Co. 189-01 Crocheron Ave., Flushing 718-358-1311 dursos.com Adrian and Rocky’s Catering 132-08 Cross Bay Blvd., Ozone Park 718-845-5525 adrianscaterers.com Nevada Diner 80-26 Queens Blvd., Elmhurst 718-426-2229 Milleridge Inn 585 N. Broadway, Jericho 516-931-2201 milleridgeinn.com Coral House 70 Milburn Ave., Baldwin 516-223-6500 Georgia Diner 86-55 Queens Blvd., Elmhurst 718-651-9000 Sheraton LaGuardia East Hotel 135-20 39th Ave., Flushing 718-670-7400 Bourbon Street 40-12 Bell Blvd., Bayside 718-224-2200 bourbonny.com Boon by Moldova 40-35 40th St., Sunnyside 347-531-0275 boonbymoldava.com Donovans of Bayside 214-16 41st Ave., Bayside 718-423-5363 donovansofbayside.com LaGuardia Plaza Hotel 104-04 Ditmars Blvd., East Elmhurst 718-457-6300 laguardiaplazahotel.com/dining Hilton New York JFK Airport 144-02 135th Ave., Jamaica 718-659-0200 http://www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/new-york/ hilton-new-york-jfk-airport-NYCJFHF/dining/ index.html
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