21St Birthday List Ideas

Unique Birthday Gifts

Does it seem like it gets harder every year to think of birthday gifts? Whether it's for a special someone or your best friend, it's inevitable that at some point, you'll hit the limit in your gift-giving idea bank. Gift giving is all about understanding what the recipient likes, needs, or wants. It isn't simple, but it is possible to figure out if you just start with the basics. First, listen up! People drop unintentional (most of the time) clues about what's missing in their lives or what they are really passionate about. You don't have to outright request a gift wish list, but asking about what's going on in their lives, what they think of the new iPad, were they want to go on vacation, etc. might all lead to a little nugget of information that you can use. Making it personal is always best, but there are some ideas that transcend individuality and are applicable to a range of people. Here are some interesting ones to get you started:

1. Scotch or Wine Tasting Event. Make sure they at least like to drink. If that's a check, then make sure they kind of like to learn. Tasting events are a great way to give something that says "I thought you'd love this, I know you're adventurous, and I'm more creative than you think." You can find tasting options all over NYC at venues ranging from restaurants to liquor stores to independent companies that just focus on running these things.

2. Chocolate-Covered Strawberries. There are too many boutique, world-class chocolate shops in NYC to leave this option out. A box of chocolate-covered strawberries is elegant, thoughtful, and delicious without being too overboard. Give this to someone that appreciates the finer things in life and knows that it takes to find them. It's also a great alternative (or addition) to showing up at an apartment party with the standard bottle of wine.

3. Tickets to a Sporting Event. Baseball, tennis, bull-fighting…there's a range of options for the sports enthusiast that just never get old. No matter how many times a Mets fan has seen them lose (sorry), going to games is always an event to look forward to. Research when the next big match-up is happening and spring for amazing tickets that puts them so close to the action, they'll wonder how you scored such a great gift.

4. iPhone / iPad Accessories. They always say technology can be so impersonal. So customize it up by getting creative covers, cute patterns, or power plugs that make life easier (like the car charger that they keep putting off buying). Everyone now is obsessed with their personal gadgets, so you might as well find a way to make it more fun.

5. Cooking Class. With all the interesting cooking class options popping up all over the city, you don't need to be even mildly skilled to enjoy making your own meal. This is a great gift for someone that wants to learn but is afraid to start. Classes focus on teaching, but make it an interactive and light experience focused on building confidence in the kitchen. It's a fun option for both men and women who love to eat and be entertained.

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