Sweet gifts

A tradition of celebrating the sweetness of a person with the sweentess of their gift.

Thank you so much for your company on my birthday! How did you know sweet treats are my favourite? I've made a carrot cake drowned in the honey you so kindly gave me - it's delicious! I must bake another just for you and share the recipe.

— Thank you card to a friend, from Gem

Overview

In many cultures, sweet treats are a common gift given to folks celebrating the day of their birth. It's meant to symbolise how sweet of a person they are, and some folks add a little spice or serve baked goods hot from the oven to represent the warmth that the recipient's presence brings to their world.