Although not everyone likes to offer or receive gifts on Valentine's Day, and celebrate this Valentine's Day, because after all, love is to be celebrated every day, and even until your girlfriend or boyfriend says "No I care about Valentine's Day, there's no need to buy a gift", the best thing is not to take it for granted, and if your love is really worth it, never stop celebrating it and showing that you're here to take care of it.
From a symbolic offer, but one that shows the care you dedicated to your love, to more classic and traditional offers to celebrate this Valentine's Day, such as traditional boxes of chocolates, sweets that accompany a bouquet of flowers, the truth is that what counts is care and speaking to the Heart.
This can be a special opportunity for couples to express their deepest feelings and celebrate the love, partnership and complicity they share.
In a world flooded with generic messages and meaningless gifts, opting for an exclusive and unique personalized approach to Valentine's Day is a powerful way to highlight the uniqueness of your relationship and that of your partner. Personalized Messages, whether handwritten on a delicate card or engraved on a gift, speak directly to the heart, as they have the power to transform a gift into something unforgettable, a memory that will be kept and cherished for years. It's an opportunity to express gratitude, admiration and all the reasons you fell in love and show your other half how special your love is and truly valued.
The choice is sometimes difficult and there is a lack of inspiration and ideas to surprise in an original way. We did this work to create gift ideas for boyfriends that everyone loves to receive, and that are useful, like chocolates, sweets, teas but loaded with meaning and exclusivity that can be done through messages.
We have prepared, with lots of love, a guide with 10 unforgettable gift ideas, all of them made in Portugal.
1. Customizable Strawberry and Chilli Jam: The Spicy Sweetness of Love
A gift that combines the sweet flavor of strawberries with the spicy intensity of chilli, symbolizing the burning passion between lovers. Accompanied by a customizable leaflet, this Valentine's Day souvenir allows you to write romantic messages about your love, making it an intimate and romantic gesture.
2. Chocolate Lovers Kit: A Tour of Aphrodisiac Flavors
Ideal for chocolate lovers, this kit offers a sensorial journey through São Tomé Dark Chocolate creams, mixed with fruits, spices and Portuguese wines. Each flavor was designed to heighten the senses and awaken desire, making this kit a celebration of love and passion.
Includes the flavours:
- São Tomé Dark Chocolate Spread With Azores Pineapple - 20g
- São Tomé Dark Chocolate Spread with Orange - 20g
- São Tomé Dark Chocolate Spread with Strawberry and Chilli - 20g
- São Tomé Dark Chocolate Spread with Cherry and Brandy - 20g
- São Tomé Dark Chocolate Spread with Blackberry, Hazelnut and Nutmeg - 20g
- São Tomé Dark Chocolate Spread with Blueberry and Port Win - 20g
3. PACK 3 Sweet Love: Warm Flavors for Hearts in Love
A set to give on Valentine's Day with two sweets and a dark chocolate that promises to sweeten any relationship. With flavors chosen for their aphrodisiac properties, this pack comes with a card where you can personalize your message, allowing each word written to be a reflection of your love.
Includes the flavours:
- Passion Fruit Extra Jam with Ginger - 75g
- Strawberry and Raspberry Extra Jam with Mint - 75g
- São Tomé Dark Chocolate Spread with Strawberry and Chilli - 75g
4. Sweet Love Box: Honey, Aromatic Tea and Crackers for Romantic Moments
This Valentine's Day box is a tribute to moments of intimacy and connection. It combines floral and delicate flavors, with honey, aromatic tea and vegan crackers, ideal for couples who enjoy the tranquility of an evening together savoring products that speak to the heart through the palate.
Includes the flavours:
- 1 Multifloral Honey - 80g
- 1 Green Tea with Mint and Roses - 20g
- 1 VEGAN Sweet Crackers, Diplomata Biscuit - 125g
5. Cheese Lovers Box: Perfect Pairing for Passionate Gourmets
If your loved one can't resist a good cheese, this Valentine's box is a dream come true. It combines an artisanal cow's cheese with a selection of jams chosen for the perfect pairing with this cheese, making it the perfect gift to be shared between two, creating a moment of tasting, discovery and intimacy.
Includes the flavours:
- PACK 3 Jams Ideal for Cheese
- Pumpkin and Orange Jam with Rosemary and Eucalyptus Honey, Cinnamon and Almond – 75g
- Bravo de Esmolfe Apple Extra Jam with Cinnamon - 75g
- Fig and Orange Extra Jam with Port Wine - 75g
- Dom Villas cow cheese - 190g
6. PACK 6 Vegan Lovers: Natural Flavors for Healthy Love
Celebrating love also means taking care of your partner, and this vegan PACK is the perfect choice for couples who value health and sustainability. With a variety of vegan fruit jams, all additive-free, it's a sweet way to show love, care and attention.
Includes the flavours:
- Banana and Clementine Extra Jam with Rum - 75g
- Bravo de Esmolfe Apple Extra Jam with Mint and Port Wine - 75g
- Fig and Orange Extra Jam with Cinnamon (Great Taste Award 2017, UK – 1 Star) - 75g
- Passion Fruit Extra Jam with Ginger - 75g
- Persimmon and Orange Extra Jam with Walnuts and Douro Muscatel - 75g
- Orange Extra Jam with Madeira Wine - 75g
7. PACK 6 Chocolate Lovers 70%: Intensity and Passion
For those who this Valentine's Day want to dive deeply into the flavors of Love, this PACK with high quality dark chocolates is the ideal choice. Each chocolate cream is a promise of pleasure and indulgence, perfect to be enjoyed as a couple, intensifying the connection between lovers with combinations of fruits, spices and Portuguese wines.
Includes the flavours:
- São Tomé Dark Chocolate Spread With Azores Pineapple - Great Taste Awards, UK - 2015 - 75g
- São Tomé Dark Chocolate Spread with Passion Fruit - 75g
- São Tomé Dark Chocolate Spread with Strawberry and Chilli (Prémio Great Taste 2017, Reino Unido – 1 Estrela) 75g
- São Tomé Dark Chocolate Spread with Cherry and Brandy - 75g
- São Tomé Dark Chocolate Spread with Blackberry, Hazelnut and Nutmeg - 75g
- São Tomé Dark Chocolate Spread with Blueberry and Port Win - Great Taste Awards, UK - 2017 - 75g
8. PACK 6 Tea Lovers: An Infusion of Love and Affection
This PACK is an invitation to, this Valentine's Day, slow down the pace of everyday life and enjoy each other's company, through the calming ritual of drinking tea. With selections ranging from green to black tea, each infusion is a celebration of the small moments shared.
Includes the flavours:
- Green Tea with Citrus - 20g
- Black Tea with Red Fruits, Orchids and Spices - 20g
- Green Tea with Mint and Roses - 20g
- Green Tea with Red Fruits and Citrus - 20g
- Rooibos Tea with Chocolate Pieces, Almond and Peppermint - 20g
- Tea Blends with Forest Fruits and Blue Cornflower Petals - 20g
9. Hot Spice Hamper: Warm your Lover's Heart
For couples who like strong emotions, this basket is an explosion of hot and aphrodisiac flavors. It combines sweets, condiments and side dishes, all with a hot and spicy touch. It promises a unique and memorable gastronomic experience, ideal for sharing with your loved one.
Includes the flavours:
- Fig and Orange Extra Jam with Cinnamon - 75g
- Strawberry Extra Jam with Port Wine and Chilli - 75g
- Red Pepper Chutney - 75g
- 1 Extra Virgin Olive Oil with Chilli - 60 mL
- 1 Dom Villas cow cheese, cured for 30 days - 190g
- 1 CVEGAN Chilli Crackers, Diplomata Biscuit - 125g
- 1 Escadas Infinitas Red Wine, Wine from Portugal, 13,5% Vol. - 75 cl
10. Luxury Sweet Love Hamper: An Unforgettable Gourmet Experience
The pinnacle of the celebration of love, this basket brings together the best of Portuguese gastronomy in a luxurious selection of sweets, cheeses, wines and much more. Designed to capture the essence of romance and passion, it is a true tribute to love through the rich and varied flavors of Portugal. This hamper is not just a collection of items, but a carefully curated culinary experience meant to create unforgettable moments for couples who enjoy the pleasure of savoring together.
It is a tribute to love, passion and shared life. The perfect choice for couples who want to not just share a meal, but an experience that will be remembered. By offering this basket, you are offering a journey through the flavors of Portugal, an opportunity to explore together the richness and diversity of Portuguese gastronomy, making every moment of tasting a celebration of your love.
Includes the flavours:
- PACK 3 Jams - Ideal for cheeses
- Bravo de Esmolfe Apple Extra Jam with Cinnamon - 75g
- Fig and Orange Extra Jam with Cinnamon - 75g
- Pumpkin and Orange Jam with Rosemary and Eucalyptus Honey, Cinnamon and Almond - 75g
- PACK 3 Flavors Ideal for Smoked Meat and Ham
- Mango Chutney - 75g
- Red Pepper Chutney - 75g
- “Galega” Green Olive Paste with dry figs - 65g
- ‘São Tomé’ Dark Chocolate Spread with Blackberry, Hazelnut and Nutmeg - 75g
- Orange Blossom Honey with Chilli - 80g
- PACK 3 Olive Oils – Special Edition
- Extra Virgin Green Olive Oil Soft Organic - 60ml
- Extra Virgin Green Olive Oil Medium - 60ml
- Extra Virgin Green Olive Oil Intense - 60ml
- “Diplomata” Crackers “Ondina Sésamo” – 125g
- Dom Villas cow cheese – 190g
- Cured Goat Cheese Palhais Gourmet - 190g
- Ripened Cheese - Cure 3 Months - Senras Dairy - 500g
- Iberian Black Pork Pâté - Pata Negra - 110g
- Reserve Ham - Porminho - 100g
- DOC Douro Red Wine "Papa Figos" - Douro Region - 75cl
- Sparkling Alvarinho Brut Reserve "Quinta de Santiago" - Green Wine Region, 12,5% vol. - 75 cl
- meia.dúzia® board in pine wood with handle (measures: 33,5 x 13,0 x 1,5 cm)
Each of these gifts has been carefully selected to provide a unique and memorable experience, ensuring that love is celebrated not just with words, but through gestures that will remain in memory.
On Valentine's Day, celebrate love, partnership and complicity with gifts that speak directly to the heart.