goneflying2000 Posted June 27, 2005 Report Share Posted June 27, 2005 Hi Guys.I am leaving ffor shanghai on the 4th of July for a another 10 day visit with my SO. Hopefully the visit after this one will be for her interview.Any ideas on what would be an acceptable gift for her parents? My wife suggested American Ginseng, but it does not seem like much of a gift. Any help would be much appreaciated. Link to comment
hakkamike Posted June 27, 2005 Report Share Posted June 27, 2005 Trust her, her parents will love the American Ginseng Link to comment
Guest ShaQuaNew Posted June 27, 2005 Report Share Posted June 27, 2005 Agreed... Trusting your partner is the best choice. J & L Link to comment
tonado Posted June 27, 2005 Report Share Posted June 27, 2005 http://candleforlove.com/forums/index....7399c11d604a092 Link to comment
frank1538 Posted June 27, 2005 Report Share Posted June 27, 2005 American ginseng is prized the world over. I would certainly recommend it. Link to comment
goneflying2000 Posted June 27, 2005 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2005 Thanks for the advice guys.Is the Ginseng ok in capsule form? or is it better to get the tea? or both? Link to comment
Yuanyang Posted June 27, 2005 Report Share Posted June 27, 2005 Thanks for the advice guys.Is the Ginseng ok in capsule form? or is it better to get the tea? or both?Right, American Ginseng. Try to get the roots for tea and soup. (Her mother will show her friends how much her new son cares for her health.) Link to comment
frank1538 Posted June 27, 2005 Report Share Posted June 27, 2005 Thanks for the advice guys.Is the Ginseng ok in capsule form? or is it better to get the tea? or both?Roots, roots, roots. Figure anywhere from $100-$150 for an ounce, but you can buy less. Link to comment
goneflying2000 Posted June 27, 2005 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2005 OK roots it is Any idea where I might find them? Need them by the weekend and there are none growing in my garden Link to comment
frank1538 Posted June 27, 2005 Report Share Posted June 27, 2005 OK roots it is Any idea where I might find them? Need them by the weekend and there are none growing in my garden Don't know if you live in a large city, but many herb shops and health food stores carry it. You can also buy online. Link to comment
shutterme2 Posted June 27, 2005 Report Share Posted June 27, 2005 Another good thing to take is SWISS Chocolate, I've had lots of luck with that I also have taken Vitamins for both of her parents (one-a-day) brandThey were thrilled, to care of health is "Most Important" Link to comment
Dan R Posted June 27, 2005 Report Share Posted June 27, 2005 99 Ranch has lots of stuff. It might have packages of American Ginseng.Give them a call. This chain is one of the best in L.A. 99 Ranch Market 668 N 44th St. Phoenix, AZ 85008 (602) 225-2288 The Korean market might also have it. 623) 915-9330 Western Market 4208 W. Dunlop Ave The Korean Ginseng is the most expensive and could be brought if you don't find the American. I have picked up packages for gifts at the Incheon Airport while changing planes. Link to comment
Dan R Posted June 27, 2005 Report Share Posted June 27, 2005 Another good thing to take is SWISS Chocolate, I've had lots of luck with that I also have taken Vitamins for both of her parents (one-a-day) brandThey were thrilled, to care of health is "Most Important"I agree on dietary supplements. American vitamins are VERY fashionable in China now. So anything for anti aging, antioxidant or Mineral supplements is greatly appreciated. They will even pass them on to relatives to show their American connection. Antistress or Antioxidant formulas sold here in the $20 range will cost $80 to 100 in Chinese pharmacies. I get the men and women's formulas which impresses them even more Chocolates were good for children but even some children spit it out. Most of the adults I tried to give it to just refused and offered me preserved fruits as "better". Link to comment
tonado Posted June 27, 2005 Report Share Posted June 27, 2005 The Korean Ginseng is the most expensive and could be brought if you don't find the American.I wonder if you can get those cheaper in China. Link to comment
tmkeith Posted June 28, 2005 Report Share Posted June 28, 2005 Some things I must always bring with me to Beijing are: Garnier Fructis shampoo and conditioner. Wei's friends love it.Vaseline Baby (scented) Petroleum Jelly - for hands in the winter cold. Not sure how it is in Shanghai, though.Vitamins - One a Day (men/women),Centrum Silver, Childrens' Chewable multivitamins in the huge bottles from CostcoTrader Joe's Belgian Truffles. As for more traditional gifts. It's hard to get something for them that they can get over there (or a copy of). Link to comment
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