If invited to a Dutch home bring a box of good quality chocolates, a potted plant, a book, or flowers to the hostess.
.Flowers should be given in odd numbers, but not 13, which is unlucky.
.Avoid giving white lilies or chrysanthemums, as these are associated with funerals.
.Gifts should be wrapped nicely.
.Wine is not a good gift if invited for dinner, as the host may already have selected the wines for dinner.
.Do not give pointed items such as knives or scissors as they are considered unlucky.
.Gifts are usually opened when received.