What to do for Valentine’s Day

Discover your go-to guide for how to celebrate Valentine’s Day at home, with thoughtful gift ideas, the ultimate Dine In menu, and fun date night recipes to try.

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Whether you're staying in, dining out, or just in the mood for a few cocktails this Valentine’s, we’ve got something for everyone. Still mmhing and ahhing about your plans? Take our Valentine’s Day quiz to find your perfect date night dish.

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Serve up a Valentine's Dine In

Don't fancy cooking? For just £25, indulge in our Valentine's Dine In, featuring three courses paired with a bottle of Prosecco, wine or non-alcoholic option. The best part? You can make it completely bespoke, with over 43,904 variations to suit your preferences, including gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian options.

My picks? I’d start with our Baking Burrata with 'Nduja and Ciabatta Crumb – it goes perfectly gooey when baked and gets a kick from Calabrian Suino Nero 'nduja and golden, crunchy ciabatta. For main, I'd opt for Wagyu Beef Pie – slow-cooked British Wagyu beef, rich ale-caramelised onions, and a buttery puff pastry lid, served with a medley of fresh peas, leeks, and kale from M&S Select Farms. To finish, it has to be this decadent Praline Heart – a Belgian chocolate praline mousse with a hazelnut centre, beautifully decorated with a dark chocolate drizzle and a touch of red and gold lustre.

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What to drink on Valentine's Day

You can't go wrong with champers. Opt for our Champagne Delacourt Brut – an elegant, bubbly champagne with creamy bubbles and rich notes of brioche, vanilla, and a hint of tangy peach.

If you’re in the mood for something fruity, our Champagne Delacourt Rosé offers a lively sparkle and a gorgeous salmon pink hue. Expect vibrant raspberry, strawberry, and cherry flavours.

Or try our Colle del Principe Rosé, a crisp, delicate blush rosé made from Pinot Grigio grapes in Italy’s Venezie region. It’s a beautiful pairing for dishes like grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.

If you're going alcohol-free, our Fizzero Rosé delivers all the sparkle with 0% alcohol, combining crisp apple and pear notes with a hint of green tea for depth. Or try our refreshing, fragrant Sparkling Elderflower Pressé.

Say it with flowers

Let your romance bloom with a gorgeous bouquet. A dozen red roses is a timeless, chic choice, or send them our Valentine's gift bag, with 22 stems elegantly presented in a ribbon-handled bag. A combination of deep red roses and fragrant eucalyptus parvi, it comes expertly arranged and ready to present.

Send them a splash of colour with our British Red Tulip Bouquet, featuring a bold and vivid display of 30 vibrant red UK-grown tulips. Or treat them to this luxurious combination of pink and red roses, complemented by graceful pink lilies and lush green eucalyptus.

Our exclusive Freedom Roses (pictured) meanwhile, are grown at high altitudes for stunning extra-large blooms with velvety petels – here paired beautifully with eucalyptus.

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Treat them to a foodie gift

Keep your Valentine sweet with a chocolatey gift. From playful, viral treats to indulgent truffles and our irresistibly cute limited-edition Colin and Connie cakes, we've got last minute foodie gifts covered in store.

Impress them with a box of our Collection Marc de Champagne Truffles – each truffle is enveloped in velvety Belgian milk chocolate, with a smooth Marc de Champagne ganache inside, finished with a delicate dusting of red sugar.

Or try surprising your Valentine with a Spencer Bear. This cute Belgian milk chocolate bear, dressed in a dapper tux and holding a heart-shaped box of chocolates, is the sweetest way to spread the love.

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Spoil them with Valentine's breakfast in bed

Kick-off your Valentine's Day in delicious style with a breakfast tray loaded with their favourite treats. Think freshly baked croissants, bagels loaded with top-notch smoked salmon, fresh juice and heart-shaped waffles.

Whip up their favourite drink – from a refreshing smoothie to a creamy iced coffee. You can't go wrong with pancakes – try this recipe from Tom Kerridge for fluffy pancakes with maple-roasted apples or whip up pancakes inspired by their favourite cocktail can. Does your date prefer a savoury breakfast? We've got you. Try these broad bean fritters with crab and hollandaise or creamy mushrooms on toast with tarragon and halloumi.

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Try a delicious date-night recipe

Whether you're cooking for your date, cooking together or serving up a feast for friends, a home-cooked meal will make it memorable. Pull out all the stops with Tom Kerridge's Valentine's surf and turf served with truffle butter, followed by a trio of chocolate-covered strawberries in flavours like blood orange and tangy raspberry, finished with a topping of crushed pistachios, desiccated coconut, or vanilla-infused white chocolate.

Need a delicious make-ahead Valentine's pudding that happens to be gluten-free? Try our flourless chocolate cake, served with a dollop of our Mixed Berry Compote and a spoonful of crème fraîche to balance out the richness.

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Shake up some loved-up cocktails

Whether you're after something fruity, frosty or spicy, a cocktail will make your Valentine’s Day sparkle.

Try our trio of vibrant pink cocktails, perfect for a romantic night in or a fun Galentine’s soirée (hello, grapefruit gin spritz, fruity mojito and silky-smooth French martini).

If you like it sweet and sour, our cherry Tequila Sours, which blend fruity cherries with the sharp bite of tequila - are a must-make.

Or turn up the heat with a Spicy Paloma, which has a kick of chilli heat and our coconut and lime seasoning used to rim the glass.

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Published 1.30.2025