Chocolate for Everyone!
What isn't there to love about chocolate on Valentine's Day? It's an aphrodisiac, and eating it is said to inspire feelings of love due to certain chemical compounds. But don't head for that box of Whitman's Samplers just yet! There's a chocolate option for every type of person. Make someone feel special this Valentine's Day with a unique, personalized chocolate gift.The Material Girl
If your Valentine is always accessorized and has a room full of perfumes, bags, makeup, clothes and boxes of jewelry, these chocolate-inspired gifts are sure to please.
• Choco Choco House's Pure Chocolate Handbag
• 24 Carat Edible Gold Chocolates
• Chocolate Lip Gloss
• Luxurious Peruvian Chocolate Facial Mask
• Chocolate Pearls
The Thrill Seeker
For that special someone who likes to try new and different things, there are some very interesting chocolate options. Get ready for a chocolate adventure.
• Chocolate Bacon Bar
• Chocolate Potato Chips
• Chocolate Cheese
The Comedian
These chocolate surprises will tickle your sweetie's funnybone:
• Funny Chocolate Bars
• "I'd Give Up Chocolate but I'm Not a Quitter" Bracelet"
• "Be Happy Eat Chocolate" Pendant"
The Political Activist
For chocolate to obtain the Fair Trade certification, growers are required to abide by strict conservation and environmental laws, in addition to social and economic standards, like fair wages and safe working conditions. Some great brands to try:
• Dagoba
• Divine
• Green and Black's
• Whole Foods offers a wide variety of Fair Trade-certified chocolates.
A Must-See
The GardenerFlowers and chocolate are popular on Valentine's Day, so why not combine them in the same gift? Anyone with a green thumb will appreciate these flower-chocolate combos.
• Candied Pansies Chocolate Bar
• Mountain Valley Growers
• Plant a Chocolate Vegetable Garden
The Moviegoer
Movies and chocolate go hand in hand! This Valentine's Day, cuddle up on the couch with your movie lover with one of these flicks and some traditional movie candy.
• Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
• Like Water for Chocolate
• Chocolat
• Movie Mix Assorted Chocolates
• Movie Candy Gift Box With Gold Chocolate Oscar Statue
The Health Nut
Who says chocolate can't be for the health-conscious? Dark chocolate is naturally rich in antioxidants and flavonoids, and it melts stress away with that first bite! Some chocolates are further enriched with flavonoids and antioxidants, making them even healthier than the regular dark version.
• XoCai Healthy Chocolate
• Innercalm Essential Oil Enriched Chocolate for Relaxation
• Adora Calcium Chocolates
• Send a Calorie-Free Virtual Chocolate Message
• Breathe Chocolate Candle Aromas
The Foodie
For lovers of all things food related, chocolate is the secret to the perfect Valentine's Day gift for you foodie.
• The Gourmet Chocolate Sensory Collection
• The Do-It-Yourself Chocolate Truffle Kit
• Chocolate Sushi
• Wine and Chocolate Pairing Gift Sets
• Godiva Chocolate Liqueurs
The Animal Lover
These chocolate gifts are sure to make your animal lover roll over and beg for more.
• Sponsor a Chocolate Lab in Need
• Chocolate Chocolate Lab
• Black Cat Chocolate Bar
• Pet-Safe Chocolate Treats
The Ultimate Chocolate Retreat
The TravelerValentine's Day is a great excuse to take a vacation. A love of chocolate and love of travel can merge together for the ultimate trip. Many cities have chocolate-related tours and activities. Splurge on a trip to one of these exciting locations for your sweetheart this Valentine's Day.
New York City has several walking tours in different Manhattan neighborhoods. While in New York City, make a trip to Jacques Torres in Brooklyn for some NYC-made artisanal chocolate.
Boston, Massachusetts, boasts a chocolate trolley tour.
Charleston, South Carolina, has a Chocolate Seductions Tour that offers samplings and instruction from experts about chocolate history and facts.
San Francisco, California, is home to a few well-known gourmet chocolate companies including Scharffen Berger and Ghirardelli. There are some gourmet chocolate walks offered, and Scharffen Berger offers free public factory tours and private group tours. Can't make it to San Fran? Take Scharffen Berger's virtual factory tour online or check out a slideshow of its factory.
Chicago, Illinois, offers various walking tours where you can visit many chocolate shops while exploring the treasures that this unique city has to offer.
Hershey, Pennsylvania, claims to be The Sweetest Place on Earth. It just may be, considering practically everything in the town revolves around chocolate! With street lights shaped like Hershey's Kisses, a spa, golf course and theme park, there's a little something for everyone to enjoy, even aside from all the chocolate.
Costa Rica is where the chocolate magic truly begins! This chocolate tour isn't about chocolate boutiques. It's about seeing the beans of the cacao trees that create the chocolate we all love -- in their native habitat.
Melbourne, Australia, has several chocolate walking tours, the best of which may be the Chocoholic Brunch Walk.
London, England, tempts with its Chocolate Ecstacy Tours to give you the best chocolate experience in Britain.
Belgium gives you the best option for seeing the highlights of the country -- through chocolate! You'll be in chocolate heaven with this seven-day Chocolate Lovers Paradise Tour.
Switzerland gave chocolate its very own train! The Swiss are famous for their chocolate, and what better way to check out all their chocolate must-sees than on this unique ride.
Paris, France, gave chocolate guru David Lebovitz his very own chocolate tour through the city. He knows his chocolate, as he's proved with his successful book, The Great Book of Chocolate.
Can't decide which European country to choose? Take the Cocoa Cruise and see all of them! Visit all the chocolate highlights of Europe while cruising the Mediterranean.
And if eating all that chocolate turns your loved one into a chocoholic, there's a new chocolate patch to deter cravings. So, there's no excuse not to give a chocolate gift this Valentine's Day.