Valentine’s Day gift ideas

Romantic Valentine’s Day date or Palentine’s (yes, it’s a thing) with the guys? However you’re celebrating February 14th this year, make it a cheese-free zone with our round-up of unique gifts for someone you love.

 

Eat, drink and romance

If you’re serious about wining and dining your favorite foodie this Valentine’s, check out Open Table’s list of the most romantic restaurants in America— even if you can’t score a table for the night itself, planning a trip around a future booking makes a romantic gesture. As for staying in, hummus experts Sabra have turned their attention to chocolate hummus, as seen in the brand’s Super Bowl ad, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Pass the strawberries… 

 

Gifts to enjoy together

Sure, everyone loves a voucher for the spa. But it’s way more romantic to treat the special person in your life to something that comes with the promise of couple time. Embrace winter with a giant puzzle that you can complete in front of the fire; or check out Esquire magazine’s suggestions, from rambler mugs for couples who love to hike, to the best cookbooks and wine and coffee subscriptions for hipster homebodies.

 

Flowers are so last year

It’s all about living plants, says GQ, and we have to agree — the millennial home decor trend that’s here to stay, a houseplant will last way longer than any bunch of flowers. A monthly delivery of plants and succulents will keep their home bursting with green things all year round; Try Cratejoy for a comprehensive selection of subscription boxes to please the “plant parent” in your life.

 

Dress you up

The secret to a long and happy marriage? It might well be matching outfits, if California couple Francis and RoseMary Klontz are anything to go by: They hit the headlines last year after dressing the same for nearly 70 years. You can guess where we’re going with this one. Get matchy-matchy with the latest Dockers arrivals for him and for her.