Happy to answer this question.
Treating guests and giving gifts in China is a science, and it should not be careless.
If you are a guest at a friend’s house, empty hands will definitely not look good. Under normal circumstances, you can buy some gifts appropriately, but it should not be too expensive. If a friend has children at home, you can buy some things that children like to eat and play with, such as snacks, fruits, yogurt toys, etc. You can buy a few more types. If a friend has an elderly person at home, you can buy some practical things that the elderly like, such as some massages or health products, hoping that they can enjoy their old age comfortably. If your friend has special hobbies, you can give him things that interest him.
Going to a friend’s house as a guest is a happy thing. As long as the relationship is good, the value of the gift is not the most important thing, as long as you can express your feelings. Sometimes you can go to see a friend, even with empty hands, the friend is very happy.
In short, there are four words for giving gifts in China: do what you like.