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Men’s Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

Choosing the ideal Valentine’s Day gift for the special man in your life isn’t always easy, you want something as thoughtful and unique as he is. We have curated a collection of our favourite gift ideas, designed to surprise, impress, and make him feel truly appreciated this Valentine’s Day.

Small Love Collection from LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW

For the flavour seekers the LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW LOVE collection is the perfect gift. With four irresistible options Strawberries & Cream, Peaches, Dark & Sea Salt and Salt & Caramel. Each one crafted to surprise and delight. Bold and beautifully balanced, turning every bite into a moment worth lingering over.

Price: £20.95

Available from LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW

Desi Daru Alphonso Mango Vodka

A bold yet elegant Valentine’s Day gift, Desi Daru’s Mango Vodka is an award-winning spirit made with Indian Alphonso mangoes and distilled in England from premium winter wheat. Using real fruit and all-natural ingredients, it offers a vibrant tropical profile with exceptional smoothness and balance. Adorned in a beautiful bottle which will look great on his bar cart.

Price: £39.00

Available from Waitrose

Gymkhana All Star Sauce bundle

For the man who loves experimenting in the kitchen, a premium cooking sauce makes a thoughtful Valentine’s Day gift. Gymkhana’s rich, flavour-packed sauces are a perfect choice, especially the All-Star Sauce Bundle, which includes Butter Masala, Rogan Josh, Goan Curry, and Vindaloo.

Price: £29.00

Available from Gymkhana

Nikka from the Barrel Extra Marriage

For the whisky enthusiast, Nikka From the Barrel Extra Marriage is a Valentine’s Day gift worth savouring. This limited 40th-anniversary edition blends Coffey grain whisky with Yoichi and Miyagikyo malts, extended maturation enhancing its complexity and balance.

The result is a beautifully layered profile with notes of honey, pineapple, spice, soft smoke, candied lemon, cocoa, and a refined salty peat finish. Aged for around 10 years, can be served neat, over ice, or in classic cocktails.

Price: £49.95

Available from The Whisky Exchange here.

Look® V Timer Filter Coffee Machine

A perfect Valentine’s Day gift for coffee enthusiasts, the Look® V Timer is the newest addition to Melitta®’s iconic Look® range. This programmable drip coffee maker features a convenient timer function, allowing fresh coffee to be brewed and ready before he even steps into the kitchen. With adjustable aroma intensity and effortless controls, great coffee has never been so easy.

Price: £104.99

Available from Melitta®

MOTH’s Mixed Cocktail Pack

For the man who loves a good cocktail, MOTH’s all-new Mixed Cocktail Pack makes a great Valentine’s Day gift. Featuring two Margaritas and two Passionfruit Martinis, each cocktail is crafted with real fruit juices and award-winning spirits. Full-strength and packed with flavour, it’s an easy way to bring the cocktail-bar experience home.

Price: £12.00

Available from Tesco

The Crush Hour Beer & Socks Gift Set

A light-hearted yet thoughtful Valentine’s Day gift, the Crush Hour Beer & Socks Gift Set brings together two everyday pleasures. Inside he will find four 330ml cans of the much-loved Crush Hour Everyday Hazy Pale Ale, celebrated for its bright citrus notes, plus a pair of Crush Hour-branded socks for some added comfort.

Price: £15.00

Available from Vocation Brewery

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Interview with Valentina – Founder of LELE’S Bakery

Nyla Sammons
Jun 8, 2022
2 min read

This week we caught up with Valentina, Founder of LELE’S Bakery.

Can you tell us a little about LELE’S Bakery and how it stands apart from other vegan bakeries?

I am vegan, and so is my great team. We try to support animals and the environment as much as we can through recycled packaging, selecting local suppliers and cooking what is in season. We only sell quality products that we are proud of, and taste is paramount for us.

Where did the idea to start up LELE’S Bakery come from?

I started LELE’S after being inspired by the young food sellers I came across whilst working as Marketing Director for Pop Brixton. A loss in the family gave me a fresh perspective and the kick needed to make the move and LELE’S was born.

The cookery Vegan school is such a great idea, and the classes are so popular, can you tell our readers what you offer?

Mental wellbeing is a cause very close to my heart. With this initiative, I wanted to provide a safe environment for people to come together and learn new skills. I think the pandemic made us feel isolated more than ever, so these classes could be an opportunity for people to socialise and come together.

Is there anything exciting you are currently working on?

A new series of video recipes that I cannot wait to share on our Instagram page.

Best piece of advice you have been given when you first started?

No one does anything for free. It taught me to watch out for people who might want to abuse our trust and take advantage of our work, and at the same time, it pushed me to be kinder. I try to challenge that statement every day by being kind and supporting others and not expecting something in return.

What would your ideal day in London be like?

Lazy morning in bed with a coffee and a paper.

Stroll with the dog.

A visit to the Tate followed by an ice cream.

A bit of shopping in charities shops and independent boutiques.

Pizza on the sofa and a glass of vino.

To order from LELE’S Bakery visit: https://www.leleslondon.com

Photography courtesy of LELE’S Bakery