I'm going visiting my boyfriend's family pretty soon

>>18041538
Might really depend on what they like. If they're into cooking you might do well to keep on keeping on with that theme.

When I think of differences between us and uk (born in us, live in uk a couple years), I think about how much country and wildlife there is in the us vs the uk. It's less civilized here just by nature of having so much fucking wilderness between the civilized bits. For reference, bristol to canterbury is just 30 mins farther than I'd have to drive to get mcdonalds, and half as far as I'd have to drive to get to a mall.
I realize I'm not average, but still. An idea of the scale.

Anyway. I'm not saying buy them hick hunting tv show dvds or something. But perhaps a nice artistic photography coffee-table book on american national parks? Or does that fall under the typical souvenirs you've already done?

>>18041548
It doesn't, no. That's a really good idea for a gift. Thank you. While we're here though, do you have any other suggestions?

>>18041585

I don't know if they're into history, and I don't know what brits get taught in school about american history but some of the more focused popular history books (on one person or one expedition) can be neat.

America has a wealth of fossils that are less common in the UK as well. A nice mid-price fossil is a very attractive gift, I think. (but I'm a geologist)

>>18041538
a selection of the finest burgers

>>18041592
I think history might be well received, it's not something they're into especially though. In particular his father's into trains and his mother really loves flowers/gardening and cooking.

>>18041603
Some day I'm going to convince them to get on a plane and I promise you I'll have them try the best burgers and steaks America has to offer.

>>18041538
Camo MAGA trucker hats.

More seriously, if your state is known for certain food/acohol items (Napa wine, Wisconsin cheese, Kentucky bourbon), you could bring those. In gift-giving terms, booze is basically candy for grown-ups.

>>18041614
I'm from NY. There's definitely some potential there, but many foods aren't allowed through customs and what I can think of that we're known for wouldn't be permitted.

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>>18041538

American stuff:
Tide Laundry Pens, Crystal Light, Pam cooking spray, sugar-free hot chocolate, abercrombie, gap, banana republic, J Crew, Janie and Jack, triscuits, graham crackers, good microwave popcorn, Tylenol Cold, Neosporin, specific brands of toothpaste, Crest White Strips.

California Wines, if possible. Brits LOVE their booze.

Dried meat products like beef jerky or pepperoni sticks are popular with kids. Check, dunno if customs will allow though. Maybe.

Deluxe items: Apple products are much more expensive in the UK, I think. Dunno about import duties, though.