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Why do we celebrate birthdays with a cake and candles?
The practice of having a birthday cake dates back to Ancient Greece, where cakes were made to honor the goddess of the moon, with candles symbolizing the moonlight....
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WHAT'S SO SPECIAL ABOUT DOM PERIGNON CHAMPAGNE?
To produce Dom Pérignon the method champenoise is used which is the most labour-intensive and there are certain requirements that must be met. Dom Pérignon is also only able to...
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WHY DO WE GIVE CHOCOLATE AT EASTER?
Eggs originate with Christians as they are a symbol of life. The egg is a symbol of Jesus resurrecting. The shell serves as Jesus's tomb and the chick cracking out...
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Why does champagne signal celebration?
Drinking champagne to celebrate became of significance in the royal courts of Europe. Champagne signified prestige as it had a novelty to it. During this time it was believed champagne...
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Why do people enjoy receiving flowers as a gift?
Flowers are an extremely popular gift appropriate for many different occasions such as birthdays, engagements, get well soon gifts, sympathy gifts and weddings. There have been studies conducted, which suggest...
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Rotaract Auckland & Batenburgs Gift Prizes
"Karaoke Night on Friday was loads of fun! Thanks to all those who sang their little lungs out - hopefully your voices all...
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Belkin Raising money for Cure Kids with Batenburgs Hampers
“Good Afternoon Batenburgs Team, Thank you sooooooo much for all the gifts they went down such a treat and overall everyone raised $78,000.00 for Cure Kids which...
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Batenburgs Charity Fund Raising with ANZ Bank
"Thank you so much Batenburgs Gifts for donating such a wonderful Gift basket for our Daffodil Day Quiz Night. I have attached a photo of the basket in...
