Valentine’s Gift Guide: For Your New Flame

Posted by The Editorial Desk / Tuesday, February 1st, 2011

If you’ve just starting seeing someone new, don’t let Valentine’s Day put a speed bump in your fun. You may not yet know all of your new flame’s likes and dislikes, but not to worry. Try these simple, yet clever, gift ideas that show you care, while keeping the relationship light and flirty.

By Shannon McNeely

Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Who doesn’t love chocolate with a twist of fruit? Available in dark chocolate with white chocolate drizzle, this gift ultimately screams fun and playful with a no-strings-attached attitude. / Bittersweet Café, 823 King St., Alexandria; 703-549-1028; www.bittersweetcatering.com; $24.

Scrabble Valentine’s Day Card Kit & Game
What do you get when you intermingle some romance and vocabulary creativity? The perfect Valentine’s Day board game of course! This beloved classic has provided hours of entertainment for years, and is now available in a heart-shaped edition. Share some laughs and spell out secret messages with your partner. / www.gifts.com; $22.75.

Gourmet Peanut Butter Cup Dog Treats
Why not start things off right by catering to your new flame’s pet? These mouth- watering, doggy favorites are sure to inspire a lasting friendship between you and your flame’s much adored canine. / Barkley Square Gourmet Dog Bakery & Boutique, 2006 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria; 703-548-3644; www.shop.barkleysquarebakery.com; $1.

“It’s A Chocolate Thing” Graphic T-shirt
Show him your comedic side by giving him something wearable and witty. Displaying the skeletal formula for chocolate on the front side, this is a comfortable gift that is sure to be a Valentine’s Day favorite for any guy with a sense of humor. / www.zazzle.com; $17.95.

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