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“What Should I Buy?”
A Gift Guide for all of your holiday needs! Jenna Albaroudi
For your brother…
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Yes, your brother may be the most irritating person on the planet but remember he is also the guy that will always stand by your side and make you laugh. “Try buying him those shoes he’s been wanting,” Nadia Masri (grade 11) suggests, or maybe a simple gift card if you are on a budget.
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tressed out on what to gift for the holidays? You are not alone. Everyone goes through this mental creative block, but never fear, the gift guide is here!
For your mom… A relaxing bath set is a perfect gift to show appreciation for her years of hard work. She will be eternally grateful for an opportunity to kick back and let her mind take a break- she deserves it. The relaxing bubbles and soothing winter scent will put her right at ease. A bath fit for a queen!
For your dad… Snazzy cologne for the man of the house is a great idea. He’ll feel as sophisticated and cool as James Bond- you can’t go wrong! He might even pull out his fancy black shades to fit the look.
For your sister… A nice but simple infinity scarf would do the trick. Your sister may get on your nerves at times, but you know you still love her. Try getting a cute winter color scarf to fit the season like dark blue or white. Trust me, everyone needs a scarf in their closet.
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Shanya Rod For your girlfriend… An elegant necklace or charm bracelet would make any girl smile. Add a beautiful bouquet of flowers and a heartfelt card and the gift is complete. She will adore it and it’s a great way to show how much she means to you.
For your boyfriend… “I would write him a sincere letter and get tickets to his favorite game,” Maria Kim explains (grade 10). He will definitely appreciate the gift, It’s a great way to spend time together doing something he loves.
For your best friend… A cozy sweater is the perfect holiday gift for your best girl or guy friend. Everyone loves a sweater and they’re great for around the house or for going out. It will be greatly appreciated, especially when the cold sets in.
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ookies are always a warm and delicious treat to make all year round, but during the holidays, why not have a little more fun with them and try these delectable recipes? From simple favorites to bold and festive, The Food Network has them all. To begin with, some simple cookies you should take note of include snickerdoodles, which are basically just plain cookies covered in cinnamon sugar, and hazelnut tea cookies, that aren’t too sweet, full of hazelnuts, and covered in powdered sugar. Next up are some traditional cookies that everyone loves. The classic chocolate chip cookie is super easy to make and always a sweet choice. Iced sugar cookies, which are plain cookies cut out into holiday shapes and designed in anyway you want using icing and sprinkles, lend a tasty and creative element. Lastly, some of the more unique cookies you should definitely keep in mind are cocoa thumbprints, which are chocolate cookies covered in powdered sugar and finished off with a little savory holiday decoration of your choice, and ginger cookies with garam masala spices (gingerbread cookies with icing). So this season, whether you just want a simple recipe or you’re up to try something new, make sure you catch sight of what Food Network (to whom we owe credit to these delectable treat recipes) has to offer, because they have a multitude of sweet recipes perfect for the baking season!