Atypical Valentine's Day Presents

February 05 2024, by Amber Chase

Sweet milk chocolates and classic red roses are not always a fit for every Valentine. This Valentine’s Day, express your love with Southern-crafted goods and out-of-the-box ideas.

For the Pizza Lover:

AR’s Hot Honey Sampler 

Every year it’s hard to resist the heart-shaped pizzas from Papa Johns or Pizza Hut. Spice up your pizza and movie date by drizzling AR’s Hot Honey over your favorite pie. 

For the One Who’s Always On the Go:

Blackjack Beef Jerky

Rainbow Trout Kitchen Granola 

Whether they’re an avid adventurer or always forgetting a snack for sustenance, show your thoughtfulness by supplying them with some Blackjack Beef Jerky from Food for the Southern Soul and a bag of Rainbow Trout Kitchen. 

For the Tea Lover: 

Haand Birch Mug

Oliver Pluff & Co. Cold Brew Blackberry Tea

For early morning wake up tea and cozy evening sipping, gift your tea love a tin of Oliver Pluff & Co. tea and a Haand short mug to sip it from. 

For the Savory Snacker:

Hogs Heaven Salt and Pepper Pork Rinds

Stumped on what to get your valentine that disdains sweet things? Gather up their favorite savory snacks or try out some new options together like Virginia Diner’s Old Bay Peanuts or Hogs Heaven Salt and Pepper Pork Rinds. 

For the Inspired Chef:

Middleton Made Echo Paring Knife

A Subscription to The Local Palate Magazine

It can feel intimidating shopping for the chef who seems to have everything. Trust us, a good paring knife will always go a long way. Throw in a subscription to The Local Palate so the inspiration never runs out.