Culinary Valentine's Experiences

Gourmet Experience Gifts for Your Valentine

Virtual Wine Tasting Introduction

What could be more romantic than cuddling up with a glass - or two, or three - of wine? You and your partner will have the chance to taste some incredible wines and learn all about what makes them so special during a virtual wine tasting introduction.

The week before your tasting, you'll receive 8 premium wines packed in 50ml sample bottles delivered directly to your door... so you can start getting excited about what's to come! You can expect a selection from around the world, comprising three whites, four reds and one dessert wine, neatly bottled in 50ml samples. 

At Home Beer Brewing Workshop

Perhaps compared to wine or fizz, beer doesn't come with the most romantic connotations, but that doesn't mean you can't have some Valentine's brewing beer at home together! 

You'll choose between creating a bitter or a pale ale when ordering your box. Whichever you decide will be created using the finest hops, malt, barley and wheat. With a two week brewing process, you'll have the opportunity to extend your Valentine's celebrations. Either brew on the day to enjoy later, or for the more organised couples, why not get started in late January ready for a romantic bottling and tasting session on the big day; the choice is yours!

Cooking Class With Ann's School of Cookery

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a gourmet touch, even if dining out is not an option. Indulge in a home cooking class, a perfect compromise for you and your partner who refuse to compromise on restaurant-quality cuisine. Led by ex-MasterChef contestant and professional chef Ann Hood, this 30/60-minute live cooking experience will teach you the art of crafting delicious meals from scratch.

Put on your comfiest attire, gather your ingredients, and connect with your instructor through a live video feed when the evening arrives. Ann Hood will expertly guide you through each step, ensuring you create a delectable and romantic meal that rivals those of professional chefs. Along the way, you'll glean valuable tips and tricks that will elevate your culinary skills and enhance your kitchen prowess for years to come.

Online Cooking Class With Jamie Oliver's Cookery School

You and your partner will join a live, interactive, online class with Jamie Oliver's Cookery School from the comfort of your kitchen! Prior to joining the Zoom cooking class you will be sent the ingredients list, the equipment you will need, and a prep sheet on how to set up your kitchen.

Choose from a variety of cooking lessons including pasta making, Mexican street food, Italian favourites, katsu curry and more. Whether you're vegan, vegetarian or have any specific requirements, these classes are flexible and there will be ingredient swaps to suit any diet. Throughout the class, the chefs will be cooking alongside you, sharing tips and answering any of your questions. You will get the chance to meet other foodies as you spend 2 hours cooking with each other (virtually, of course.) A fun and romantic way to get food on the table this Valentine's Day. 

Hello Fresh Meal Delivery Service

If you’re a podcast listener, you’ve probably had Hello Fresh’s praises sung to you on a number of occasions! Possibly the most well-known meal kit delivery service, Hello Fresh offers so many different options for those wanting to make nutritious home-cooked meals.

Whether you’re a couple of meat-lovers, vegetarian or gluten-free, you can select from a huge range of menu options and whip up a storm in the kitchen with minimal fuss!

Arts and Crafts Valentine's Day Ideas

DIY Valentine's Day Gifts You Can Make

At Home Lipstick Making Experience

This unique and affordable gift allows you and your partner to handcraft your own organic, vegan lipstick in a color of your choice. 

Your lipstick kit contains a vegan natural wax base, a selection of mineral colours to choose from, a high quality refillable and fully compostable container, organic oils to enrich the product with moisture, plus gloves and a pipette. You’ll also find a welcome note with instructions on how to book your workshop slot. Pick a time that suits you, and settle in to begin crafting your creation. Your will meet with your experienced instructor over an online video feed, and craft your lipstick under expert instructions, ending with perfect results! 

At this time of money-worries for many, this fun experience for you both can even double up as a Valentine's Gift For Her as she'll have a gorgeous, high-quality product to keep at the end of the night. The ultimate win-win!

Lavender Soap Making Experience

Nothing says Valentine's Day romance like gorgeous fragrances, and that sweet smell of lavender is up there with the best. So if you're going to get crafting together this February 14th, why not make a delicious lavender soap to help make future bath times that extra bit relaxing?

Your soap making kit contains a soap base which has been ready-made for you, leaving you to create your own blend of colour, fragrance and decorative ingredients. You’ll also find organic cocoa butter to enrich the soap with moisture and improve the elasticity of the skin, dried botanicals, a selection of fragrances and colours, plus gloves and a soap loaf mould. What are you waiting for?

At Home Plant Hanger Crafting

If you're a couple who has a lot of houseplants, refresh your space with a homemade hanger. This at-home plant hanger crafting experience is a truly affordable Valentine's Day date night option! With two fashionable colours to choose from and a minimalistic design, this premium Italian leather plant hanger will be a stylish addition to your space, so good that you’ll hardly believe you made them yourselves. You'll even receive a free leather keyring kit with your gift!

These at home kits are constructed from premium Italian leather built to last, so you'll be admiring your handiwork for years to come. A memorable and creative date night idea for creative couples.

Virtual Painting Class

If you're comfortable sharing part of your Valentine's celebrations with like-minded strangers, why not join a virtual painting class! This experience focuses on having a paint brush in one hand and a beverage in the other. With a group of people from around the world, you'll be able to enjoy and share the atmosphere with other artists from the comfort of your own home! Music will be played to add to the overall ambience and help to keep you on track with carefully constructing a magnificent piece of artwork. 

For couples who like to one-up and challenge each other, there's no reason not to turn this light-hearted art class into a bit of healthy competition, as you see who creates the best masterpiece! Loser buys dinner, perhaps?

Online Photography Class

Creating lasting romantic memories is great, but having adorable, high-quality photos to remember them by is even better! So if money's a bit tight this Valentine's Day, why not take part in an online photography class together to future-proof your next holiday or adventure.

Your skilled tutor will begin with a concise introduction, leading you through tailored course material crafted to enhance your camera skills. Geared towards beginners, this class welcomes participants with a passion for photography. Explore essential photo-taking techniques, with detailed modules covering exposure, advanced shooting modes, white balance, Speedlight lighting, and more. Gain practical insights on combining and applying these methods to capture stunning, creative photos independently. Finally, be sure to take full advantage of the interactive class by asking plenty of questions.

Alternatively, why not take this class alone before the big day, so you can surprise your better half with stunning pictures of your other Valentine's plans!

Recreational Valentine's Date Ideas

Free Valentine's Day Date Ideas

Enjoy a Movie Night

Light some candles, make some popcorn and settle down for a romantic movie marathon. With 'Romance' being an entire genre on its own, there’s no shortage of love-filled films to pick from this Valentine’s Day. 

Get stuck into a timeless classic like Casablanca, visit Baz Luhrmann’s weird and wonderful modern world of Romeo and Juliet, or enjoy some stories from the king of the romcom, Richard Curtis. Time-warpy About Time explores the nature of love and time, and Notting Hill is one for the classic 1990's floppy-haired Hugh Grant fans.

Build a Fort

Okay, I know we promised non-cheesy ideas, but this is simply too good not to include, right? Because there's nothing like the child-like excitement of building a fort indoors! Grab some blankets, some chairs and some fairy-lights and construct your very own little nest in your living room! This is a great Valentine’s Day indoor date idea to combine with the romantic movie night above. 

Take a Romantic Walk

Surely the simplest Valentine's experience of all! Stroll arm in arm as you enjoy each other's company against the backdrop of whatever natural or man-made beauty is at your disposal. Because after all, the greatest gift you each of you can give to the other is just yourself! This simple yet intimate experience creates lasting memories without breaking the bank.

Go for a Scenic Drive

Whilst the walk suggested above is certainly a cute idea, with Valentine's Day falling in February, we understand that the weather might not always be on your side! So why not take a scenic drive instead? This will allow you to visit beautiful scenery that's perhaps a little too far away by foot. So wind down the windows, blast some tunes and see where the wind takes you!

Go Stargazing

Elevate your Valentine's Day experience with a celestial twist. Picture this: under a blanket of twinkling stars, you and your special someone share a quiet moment, lost in the night sky. Stargazing adds a touch of magic to the evening, creating an atmosphere of wonder and intimacy. Whether you're nestled in a cozy blanket or sitting side by side, the cosmic display overhead provides a breathtaking backdrop for large laughs and heartfelt conversations!

Affordable Experience Days Out

Experience Days Out for Couples That Won't Break the Bank

Paint & Sip Art Class

Avoid the busy crowds and marked up prices of restaurants on Valentine's Day whilst still getting a fun night out with a paint and sip art class experience! Much like its virtual counterpart from earlier in this article, this class provides lots of laughter and competitive artistic fun, but with the added benefit of on-hand instruction and a bar (with a free welcome drink)!

The sessions are highly inclusive with no experience required, giving you the chance to show off your awesome art skills or surprise yourself by developing some new ones. And with plenty of locations available nationwide, this is the perfect Valentine's night out for couples up and down the country!

Air Rifle Shooting

We did promise that this article would include some non-cheesy suggestions for Valentine's experience days, so lets temporarily ditch the fine wine, fragrant lavender and romantic walks and talk air rifle shooting! 

For the more active and adventurous couple, try out this exhilarating experience and perfect package for beginners, with gun rental, lane hire, unlimited pellets, PCP air refills and expert tuition all included! The lanes are designed for all disciplines and ability levels, so even if you’ve never held a gun before, you’ll be amazed at what a little practice can do. And with a half price discount to add a second participant, surely that's a sign that this is the perfect experience for sharing with him or with her!

Alpaca Walking Experience

Surprise your partner with the UK's most adorable (and reasonably priced) experience as the two of you go alpaca walking! Spend an afternoon meeting, feeding, grooming and walking alpacas, and to keep the cuteness flowing, once the alpacas are back safely in their paddocks you will be able to feed and play with pygmy goats, pigs, sheep, guinea pigs, chickens and miniature donkeys.

Experience something that little bit more unique this Valentine's Day with an experience gift they'll never forget! 

Stand Up Paddleboarding Lessons

Here's another awesome budget Valentine's option for that couple who love to push each other to try new experiences... Stand Up Paddleboarding! Whether its a candlelit dinner or tandem skydiving, stunning scenery will always be at the heart of a romantic experience for two; and the views don’t get much more breath-taking than this, with lush green countryside and still blue waters!

Learn the basics of the contemporary watersport that’s taking the world by storm. Once on the water, your instructor will show you all the basics you’ll need to get started on your SUP adventure, moving onto more technical skills dependant on your learning speed. As you get to grips with SUP, you’ll enjoy a peaceful 1 hour lesson before heading back to dry land. You’ll feel invigorated by your lesson, which will hopefully be the beginning of a long and fulfilling hobby for you both!

Photoshoot Experience For Couples

Enjoy some quality time with your partner on this intimate couples' photoshoot experience and make cherished, loving memories. A professional photographer will guide you through poses to ensure that you get the most out of your shoot, and come away with some adorable images from your photoshoot to display in your home or save as a keepsake. With locations across the UK from Bath to Dundee, this package is the perfect Valentine's experience!

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