Love is in the air now that the calendar has flipped to February and the 14th sneaks ever closer! If you’re planning on surprising your sweetie with the classic combo of wine and chocolates this Valentine’s Day, consider shaking it up with some new culinary gifts instead. Read on for some pro tip ideas to make this year extra sweet! While long considered a classic, wine and chocolate can actually be difficult to pair due to their tannin content. Tannins are a naturally occurring compound that are often bitter and astringent and can be heavily influenced by, or even clash when mixed with the wrong flavors. So to help Cupid’s arrow hit its mark, let’s explore some fun foodie options that make the perfect gift for this special day!
Thyme in Your Kitchen is a must-stop-shop for this Valentine’s Day; from baking molds to dish towels and pasta, we have it all! For the baker in your life, peruse our assortment of pans and molds. We offer beautiful heart-shaped Bundt pans from Nordic Ware that are sure to not only impress but also provide tasty cakes for many years to come. Maybe your sweetheart prefers silicone? No problem - we have you covered! Let us help you choose from a selection of heart-shaped cupcake molds, round cake pans, and mini muffin pans- all in signature Valentine’s colors. And if cookies are on the menu instead, TIYK can set you up with spatula and cookie cutter gift sets as well as some designer cardamom-sugar from Spicewalla for that extra luxurious touch! If your honey prefers savory to sweet, stop in and grab a package of our Pastabilities “Eat Your Heart Out” pasta in fun holiday-themed shapes and colors. Pair this with a new stainless steel colander or straining spoon and a pretty serving platter and you’ve got a perfect (and delicious!) gift! Cutting carbs this year? Try something from our collection of Wildwood soup and dip mixes. Add a locally crafted artisanal charcuterie board and serving set or some of our olive oils and balsamic vinegars to complete the package. If your dearest enjoys entertaining, consider an offering from our line of French Bull serve ware. Colorful, fun, durable, and easy to clean, these platters, bowls, and plate sets are sure to brighten up the table at your next party! We have a phenomenal Dirty Martini Dip Mix to round out this present. Sometimes that special person in your life just wants to unwind with a nice warm cup of tea or coffee to cut through the chilly winter days. If so, be sure to check out either our Grove City Outlets or downtown Sharon location to explore our selection of Chantal tea kettles, Aerolatte French presses, and Fino pour-over coffee brewers. Plus, we can hook you up with all of the must-have accessories such as pure clover honey, honey dippers, tea balls, cream and sugar servers, milk frothers, and locally crafted mugs.
And last, but certainly not least, if you want indulge in a classic, peruse our curated collection of chocolate products. We have brand new Ticket Chocolates hot cocoa bombs with strawberry marshmallows, fun and functional hot chocolate on a stick, melt in your mouth sea salt coconut sugar caramels, and classic chocolate bars. We also feature Spicewalla hot chocolate mixes in deluxe flavors like chai-spiced and Mexican hot chocolate. And be sure to grab a bottle of our “Love Potion #9” - a decadent strawberries and cream mix that you add to a glass of champagne, Prosecco, or sparkling water for a fabulous cocktail or mocktail to seal the deal!
After enjoying all of these tasty treats, we can help make clean up a cinch with our gorgeous selection of Geometry dishcloths, towels, and napkins. Geometry house is a California-based company that produces an eye-catching assortment of linens that you can feel good about giving. The fun and flirty patterns are just the start; they’re also quick-drying and made from post-consumer recycled materials. Each sumptuous microfiber tea towels is produced from three and half recycled plastic bottles and absorbs seven times its weight in liquids! Grab yours before they’re gone! If you really want to spoil that special person in your life this Valentine’s Day, be sure to stop by one of our Thyme in Your Kitchen stores for these great gift ideas before they sell out. Then, get ready to pucker up and toast to your shopping success because Cupid is going to be right on target this February 14th!
