Gift Giving Etiquette

Don't be hesitant to accept an offer from a Dane to their home, their meal, or to participate in an activity. Generally speaking, Danes only extend invites when they truly want to do so. Compliments work similarly. Bring a modest present; the most popular choices are chocolate, flowers, or wine. Despite their disregard for formality, remember to use basic table manners while dining out or visiting people's homes.

For their birthdays and Christmas, Danes send gifts to their loved ones and close friends. Whenever you are invited to a Danish home for dinner, bring flowers, fine chocolates, or fine wine. A bouquet of mixed wildflowers is a wonderful present. Flowers need to be packaged. It is considerate to deliver flowers before a dinner or party if you have been invited. Red wrapping paper is a terrific option no matter what. When received, gifts are opened.