They say the way to someone’s heart is through their stomach, so Valentine’s Day is the perfect way to treat the foodie in your life.
Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift for your significant other, best friend, first date, or those who don’t choose labels, you really can’t go wrong with food (especially when it comes to chocolate).
From cheese and chocolates to spirits and kitchen accessories, there’s something for everyone in our gift guide for foodies.
Fighting for inspiration? Check out our top 15 Valentine’s Day gifts for foodies that they’re sure to adore (and devour).
The chocolate and soda collection
Although it’s a bit of a cliché, you really can’t go wrong with chocolate on Valentine’s Day, especially when paired with alcohol. Hotel Chocolat has an amazing selection of Valentine’s gifts, but this one definitely wins when it comes to variety and price.
29.50
Hotel Chocolate
Grind Gift Subscription
Can’t wake up without your morning cup? If this sounds like you and your loved one, this is the perfect gift that both of you can benefit from. Give Grind coffee as a gift every month for up to a year to avoid the dreaded “we’re out of pods” conversation.
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15 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Foodies 2022
1. The Chocolate & Fizz Collection
The best Valentine’s basket
Although it’s a bit of a cliché, you really can’t go wrong with chocolate on Valentine’s Day, especially when paired with alcohol. Hotel Chocolat has an amazing selection of Valentine’s gifts, but this one definitely wins when it comes to variety and price.
Featuring some of the brand’s most delicious chocolate creations and a tasty bottle of prosecco, this collection is the perfect way to make them smile this year.
Buy it here now at Hotel Chocolat, £29.50
2. The SIMPLE Cookbook by Ottolenghi
The best gift for cooking.
If you’ve got a creative chef on your hands, chances are you’ve heard of Yotam Ottolenghi’s award-winning recipes, so Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to treat him to Ottolenghi’s SIMPLE Cookbook.
The cookbook features 140 brand new dishes containing all the creative elements and flavor combinations Ottolenghi loves so much, but with a minimum of fuss for a less stressful experience in the kitchen, making it the perfect activity for that you and your partner prepare a romantic dinner for two this Valentine’s Day.
Buy here now from Amazon, £17.99 (was £28)
3. Lola’s Cupcake Variety Brownie Box
the best sweets
What better way to say ‘I love you’ than with a box of six indulgent brownies to eat.
With Lola’s Chocolate Orange, Mint Chocolate Chip, Millionaire Shortbread, Chocolate Heaven, Cookies & Cream, and Raspberry Coconut Brownies all delivered in a cute pink box, what more could you want?
Plus, all of Lola’s brownies are now gluten-free, so everyone can eat them (or keep them all to yourself).
Shop here now from Lola’s Cupcakes, £16.99
4. Grind Gift Subscription
The best gift for coffee lovers.
Can’t wake up without your morning cup? If this sounds like you and your loved one, this is the perfect gift that both of you can benefit from. Give Grind coffee as a gift every month for up to a year to avoid the dreaded “we’re out of pods” conversation.
On the date you choose, Grind will send your loved one a personalized email with instructions on how to easily redeem their coffee, plus a personalized message from you to make it even more special.
Shop here now from Grind, from £27
5. Monthly Abel and Cole Cheese Club
The best gift for cheese lovers.
Step up the cheese factor this year with the latest monthly subscription from organic food delivery experts Abel and Cole.
From grass-fed cheddar to The Ethical Dairy’s hard-hitting blue cheese, all of the cheeses are organic and can be checked out ahead of time on their website—perfect if you’re looking to make a specific cheese plate for Valentine’s Day.
Shop here now from Abel and Cole, from £one6.50
6. Cartwright & Butler Date Night Delights Food Selection
The best for a date night in
Valentine’s Day doesn’t mean you have to go to a fancy restaurant and spend hundreds of dollars to impress your other half. Why not go for the perfect date night with this delicious basket?
This savory selection offers several savory treats including Godminster Vintage Organic Cheddar Crackers, Cheesy Flatbread, Fig Chutney and a jar of the brand’s signature Baked Sweet Chili Nuts. On the sweet side, a carton of their delicious Butter Fudge is accompanied by a bottle of Cielo del Sur wine for the ultimate celebration.
Shop here now from Cartwright & Butler, £55
7. Eat gin
best drunk gift
If gin and tonic is your drink of choice, you’ll love this elegantly packaged Ealing Gin. Brimming with floral and orange notes and finished with a smooth spice to liven things up, this liqueur is perfect for making the ultimate Valentine’s Day gin cocktail for your date night.
Shop here now from Master of Malt, £44.95
8. Le Creuset Cast Iron Heart Shaped Casserole
The best luxury gift
A heart-shaped cast iron pan, I mean, what could be better? Perfect for one-pot cooking, this dish comes with a fitted lid and easy-grip handles.
Shop here now from John Lewis, £190
9. Personalized Retro Candy Jar
The best gift for lovers of sweets.
Packed with confectionery classics, from candy to cola bottles, this is the ultimate gift for the loved one in your life.
Buy here now from getpersonal.co.uk, from £14.99
10 My Heart Pizza Board
The best personalized gift
There’s nothing like pizza, our mouths literally water at the thought… If you have someone who loves pizza as much as you do, then this 12″ personalized acacia cutting board is the gift perfect, especially if you’re going for an Italian-themed date night this year.
Buy here now from not on main street, from £14.99
11. Three Month Night Spice Subscription
best gift subscription
This spice subscription is the perfect way to discover and experience new flavors and dishes. From Malaysia and the Caribbean to New Orleans and Bali, each month you’ll receive a box of spices and recipes through the mailbox to create a romantic meal for two, from a different destination around the world, ideal if you’re a couple who love to travel
Buy here now from not on main street, £26
12 Wine Tasting Masterclass and Three Course Dinner for Two
The best wine tasting experience.
Get on your way to becoming a pair of wine tasting masters after an evening sampling some of the best wines.
You’ll be in expert hands as you’re guided through six to eight wines at one of Davy’s London locations. All the wines you will taste have been selected, shipped and stored by Davy themselves.
Along with your extravagant wine tasting, you can both fill up on a light three-course dinner, with each course specially paired with a small glass of wine to bring out the flavors and keep your tasting skills sharp.
Shop here now from Virgin Experience Days, £140
13 Lindt Lindor Box of Chocolate Truffles with Cream and Strawberries
The best cheap gift
They say that all good things come in small packages, and these Strawberries and Cream Truffles from Lindt Lindor are guaranteed to melt the heart of your loved one this Valentine’s Day. Best of all, they’re made to share with 16 chocolate balls inside (that is if they don’t want them all to themselves).
Buy here now from Amazon, £5
14 The ‘Cadbury Variety’ Chocolate Bouquet
best romantic gift
Instead of surprising your loved one with a bouquet of flowers this year, why not switch it up and opt for a chocolate bouquet? We know which one we prefer.
This bouquet is full of Cadbury classics, from Double Deckers & Crunchies to Wispas and Twirl, not to mention the big Cadbury Dairy Milk bar in the middle, who knew flowers could taste so good.
Buy it here now at Celebrate Gifts, £23.95
15. Kitchenaid Stand Mixer
The best gift for bakers.
Now this one might be a bit pricey, but this stand mixer makes the ultimate gift for kitchen professionals. Not only is it a great tool for baking (breads, cakes, and cookies galore!), but KitchenAid offers accessories for pasta making, spiralizing, and juicing—it’s basically the ultimate multitasker.
Best of all? The stand mixer is currently on sale at AO.com, now £269 instead of £349, saving you a whopping £80.
Shop here now at AO.com, £269