What kind of gift do you bring a chinese family?

Actually, get something "uniquely" AMERICAN.

Fruits may not be allowed to go through their customs, unless it is pre-packaged foods.

Find some artwork, maybe... or maybe some baseball t-shirts.

Some years ago, I was going to The Netherlands to visit a friend, and he practically BEGGED me to bring some NIKE shoes for his neices... because it was almost impossible to find them there AND if they did, they were a LOT more expensive there!

I realize the money exchange rates have changed a lot since then, but you can get the idea!

Have a polite day.

As a person who grew up in Chinese culture, I'd recommend you bring them something not materialistic! I've spectated that many Chinese families tend to re-gift, throw away, or not cherish things that they are not used to and have no real interest in.

Get them something they'll be curious about. So the only thing I agree with bringing is a special food item!

Perhaps, a box of gourmet chocolates, or a box of unique tea that is particularly from where you are from.

What sounds really ideal and easy to get is a box of flavored tea from your local supermarket. If tea doesn't sound good to you, even a pack of Planters Party-Mix Peanut is perfect. Also, beef jerky is good too (that's what I brought on my last trip to China). You should maybe also include a pack of Starburst, Skittles, or M&Ms for the kids (if there are any).

I don't recommend bringing spices, assuming they aren't used to incorporating unfamiliar spices in their cuisine.

Good luck! Give them your gift with confidence! I'm sure you'll find the perfect housewarming gift.

I think most of the other people already answered this - bring something from your hometown. It does not have to be expensive.

However, here are certain pitfalls:

1) Do not give watches or clocks (those words sound like a funeral procession in Chinese)

2) Do not give sharp objects (cutting relationships)

3) Do not give books (books sound like the word lose)

Other than the above, anything else is fine!

I agree with bringing something that is unique to your hometown or region. I brought Cajun spices to Australia once and know of someone who brought a vase for the family from a local artist. Both were huge hits.

I'm a Chinese girl. i think u can bring something special from ur hometown, such as local currency(not too much,it just likes a souvenir). When i came to Canada, I brought some Chinese knot and food to my homestay!

BTW, they won't mind if u bring nothing! Good luck~

You should bring them something that is special from your hometown or region. For example, if you're from San Francisco, you would bring sourdough bread. Most areas have something they are known for. I would not get them anything from Chinatown as surely the items there are made in China and readily available.

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So your friend invited you to a party that isn't hers? That alone is kind of rude to the person giving the party in my opinion to have guests show up with invited "party crashers". Unless the invite read "Jane and a friend" then the invite is understood to be for the person whose name it is addressed to orginally. Personally I don't think I'd be going if I didn't know the person at all and wasn't invited to begin with. It would be too awkward and it would give the feeling of being a gate crasher during the entire affair.

go to chinatown and buy something red and gold

or bring foods that are usually welcome,

just go to chinatown if your area has one,

there are tons of stuff to choose all in chinatown

you could give them money in the red envelope if they have little kids for late chinese new year

good luck, im sure they'll not mind if you didnt give them anything

Something that instantly reminds your country or hometown. For example, a miniature of the statue of Liberty, a book of pictures of your country (This one is a great one),