Starters Valentine’s
COFFEE MACHINE
PERSONALISED CHEESEBOARD
Give a gift that keeps on giving this Valentine’s Day, with Nespresso’s Expert&milk machine. The Expert&milk has a fully integrated milk frother to indulge milk lovers with a wide variety of recipes. Both models come in two colours, ‘Off Black’ and ‘Anthracite Grey’. Priced at Dhs1,425, available at Nespresso stores across the UAE.
A little cheesy and guaranteed to win a smile. Gift your companion The Joinery Shop’s engraved cheeseboard and let them know that you think they’re ‘grate’. Can be personalised with the name of the receiver and that of the giver. Priced from Dhs119, items are available to order online at thejoineryshop.ae.
CHOCOLATE HEART Marks & Spencer have a range of Valentine’s treats this month, ranging from items like this milk chocolate heart priced at Dhs28, to rose shaped jellies. Perfect for those with a sweet tooth! Available from Marks & Spencer stores across the UAE.
Valentine’s Day gifts INSULATED WATER BOTTLE
Gourmet goodies to treat your loved ones with this Valentine’s Day, all available in the UAE
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Not only is the S’well bottle stylish and comes in a wide range of colours, it’s also stainless-steel vacumm insulated, meaning that your drinks stay cold up to 24 hours, and hot for 12 hours. This hydration accessory is triple-walled, so that it won’t sweat on your hands or in your bag, plus it’s eco-friendly - #saynotoplasic. Priced at Dhs130 for a medium sized bottle from swellbottle.com
GOURMET POPCORN A BAKER’S DREAM MACHINE SWEET TREATS Surprise your loved one at work or at home this Valentine’s Day with some sweet treats from EAT Artisanal Bakery in JLT. From rose shaped frosted cupcakes (Dhs15 each) to strawberry-filled heart-shaped cookies (Dhs30 for box of 6), and chocolate covered strawberries, plus more – there’s lots to choose from. Available from EAT Bakery or delivery by called 800-EATBAKE.
KitchenAid’s iconic Artisan Stand Mixer in ‘silky pink’ is perfect for those who love to bake. It features a tilting head for easy access, 10 speed settings for everything from ultra-fast whipping to slow mixing, and versatile accessories that handle everything from mixing heavy cake batters, kneading dough to whipping light and fluffy egg whites. Priced at Dhs3,148 from Tavola stores across the UAE.
Snuggle up on the sofa with your other half and a tin of gourmet popcorn from Garrett Popcorn Shops. Just for Valentine’s the store has introduced a new and indulgent chocolate flavour popcorn called Cocoa CaramelCrisp, covered in fine Belgian Milk Chocolate for the special occasion. Available in store and through Deliveroo. Prices start from Dhs32.
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