Got a romantic date this Valentine's Day?

Feeling the pressure to impress a special someone?

Wondering how to make their heart melt? 

If you answered yes to any of the above, you're in for a treat – a chocolate-coated treat, to be precise - one that will make even Cupid blush.

And if you’re thinking a heart-shaped box of chocolates is too cliché, think again. There’s a reason why chocolate still works like a charm!

Whether you’re looking to treat your partner, a friend or even yourself - #selflove - we’ve got you covered!

Let’s dive right in!

Chocolate and Romance

Do you know how chocolate became synonymous with love? 

Apparently, ancient civilizations believed chocolate possessed aphrodisiac properties, stimulating desire and affection. 

And they weren’t wrong! Cocoa has a powerful effect on brain chemistry, it can alter your mood with just one bite.

This is because it contains phenylethylamine (try saying that with a mouthful of chocolate), a fancy word for the substance produced in our brains during the early stages of attraction - it gives you a sense of well-being and contentment.

So yeah, if you want to show someone you’re head over heels (or cocoa beans) for them, you can’t go wrong with chocolate.

Now, here are our 5 choco-filled ideas to win hearts this Valentine’s. 

5 Choco-Filled Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

Whether you're on a budget, aiming for luxury, or embracing sustainability, there's something perfect for every taste and wallet.

1. Artisanal chocolate boxes

If you’re feeling fancy this Valentine’s, why settle for the ordinary when you can have extraordinary? Splurge on a decadent box of artisanal chocolates - we’re talking Friar’s box of 96 chocolates, Melt Chocolate’s gift hamper and Fortnum & Mason’s Ultimate Milk, Dark & White Chocolate Selection Box. Sometimes, it’s okay to be a chocolate snob. 😏

2. Budget-Friendly Chocolate Bouquet 

Tight on cash but high on love? Opt for a DIY chocolate bouquet featuring affordable snacks like Gusto Snacks’ Apple Crisps with a Chocolate and Salted Caramel Twist (yeah, we’re onto something here 😉), Butler’s Valentine’s assorted Chocolate Hearts and Cadbury’s I Love You Dairy Milk Chocolate bar. Your bouquet will scream “I put thought into every nibble”.

3. Chocolate with a twist

Looking for something… unusual? Try Martin’s Chocolatier’s Chili Truffles or Friars’ Dark Chocolate Cherry Liqueurs - these flavours will take your taste buds on quite an adventure! After all, life’s too short to settle for plain chocolate every time.

4. Personal touch 

There’s no better way to show appreciation than with a personalised gift. Biscuiteers and Thornton’s offer personalised messages on your chocolates, and there are plenty more options on Etsy - you’ll find a gift as unique as your loved one AND you’ll be supporting a small businesses while you’re at it.

5. Sustainable Sweetness

Finally, why not show some love to our planet by opting for ethically sourced, sustainable chocolate? Check out ‘57 Chocolate (made in Ghana), MonChoco (vegan, made in Ivory Coast) and Chocolat Madagascar (made in Madagascar). 

And that’s a wrap!

Before you dash off, remember: Valentine’s Day is not about finding the perfect gift. It’s about the effort, thought and care you put into putting together a gift or experience. Your special someone will feel the love, and that’s what makes Valentine’s the sweetest holiday.

Happy Chocolating 🍫

From Gusto and Cupid 💘