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Valentine's Day food gifts that go way beyond chocolate

Keep your partner's palette happy with these delicious gifts.

A table set with romantic decorations for a Valentine's Day dinner. Credit: Pixabay

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It's a classic move—sending your lover some chocolates and flowers on Valentine's Day. While most of us love a box of mysterious chocolates, it isn't an original gift idea. If you want to spice things up this year while keeping it in the food category, there are so many other food gifts to send your significant other for their special day! From hot spices to sweet cakes, here are the best food gifts for Valentine's Day that aren't chocolates.

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Baked by Melissa mini cupcakes

The Baked by Melissa mini cupcakes is a great gift for significant others with a sweet-tooth.

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Fly By Jing Triple Threat Variety Pack

This popular, go-to condiment in Sichuan cuisine is trendy among foodies everywhere—making it a great gift for your spicy-loving partner.

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Olivieri 1882 Valentine's Cake

This heart-shaped, handcrafted cake screams romance with its beautiful gift box, Valrhona dark chocolate, and candied strawberries.

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Terre Exotique Madras Curry Tamil Nadu India

This hot and complex spice mix is a great gift for the Valentine who like to cook something lavish.

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Tea For Two: Tea Date Experience

Plan a cozy date night in with this tea subscription plan that includes two glass heart-shaped tea mugs, heart-shaped tea infusers, and your choice of two different festive teas.

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Bean Box Coffee + Chocolate Tasting Box

A combination of curated coffee and artisan chocolate bars—a perfect culinary experience for your partner.

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Lee Kum Kee Chiu Chow Chili Oil

Spice up your sweetheart's Valentine's Day with this cheap, not-too-spicy chili oil.

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Spicewalla Limited Edition Valentines Haute Chocolate Collection

Spice up Valentine's Day with this limited-edition set of pink-colored hot chocolate spices—from Mexican hot chocolate to thai spiced—for your significant other.

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The Full English by Jolly Posh

Plan a perfect breakfast for your partner with a variety of breakfast meats, from bacon to black pudding.

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