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Spread the love with EW's Valentine's Day gift guide

Spread the love with EW's Valentine's Day gift guide

By Brittany Kaplan and Christy Kamimura

January 29, 2021 at 02:30 PM EST

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EW wants to help you spread the love this Valentine's Day, so we've compiled a list of thoughtful gift ideas for all the special people in your life — from your sweetheart to your parents to your best friend. Keep clicking to find the perfect present.

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Magnolia Bakery DIY Banana Pudding Kit & Emmy Squared Pizza-Making Kit + Live Cooking Class

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In the mood to indulge, but also looking for a fun Valentine's Day-themed activity? Goldbelly is hosting a cooking class featuring two NYC legends: Emmy Squared and Magnolia Bakery. They’ll send you all of the ingredients you need ahead of time (including a cocktail kit!), and on Feb. 13 you can join the Zoom event and learn how to create the perfect date night!

$199, goldbelly.com

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Readeo

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We love this brilliant way for your kids to have virtual storytime with friends and family. Grandma and grandpa can read to (or with) their grandchildren — and keep their attention! Plus, Readeo has partnered with some of the biggest names in publishing, so they have a huge library of books to choose from.

$9.99 per month or $99.99 for an annual membership, readeo.com

*Use discount code EWREADER for a one-month free trial

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Argaux's Blind Tasting Kit

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Napa and Tuscany may be beyond our reach right now, but that doesn’t mean we can’t have a lovely wine tasting experience at home. Bottles of wine will arrive "masked" (don’t unmask them!), and you will be able to go at your own pace via a virtual guide. Argaux's Blind Tasting Kit is a must for serious vino lovers as well as those looking for a way to expand their palate.

$100-$150, argaux.com

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Common Space Brewery Virtual Craft Beer Tasting

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Missing your favorite neighborhood bar and trying out local brews? Common Space Brewery has got you covered. For a minimum of six people, they’ll send you and your friends a variety of craft beers. You'll then all gather virtually and be joined by a beer expert who will explain the ins and outs of how beer is made, what to look for when trying beers, and more. Cheers!

$120 and up, commonspace.la

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Virtual Escape Global: Escape From the Alternate Dimension

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Since the EW staff couldn't gather in person for a 2020 holiday party, we turned to Virtual Escape Global, formed teams, and had an absolute blast solving puzzles and riddles in order to escape our virtual rooms in a certain amount of time. If you're looking for a fun, group activity, try their new '90-themed game — Escape From the Alternate Dimension — which sounds like all that and a bag of chips!

$25 per player, virtualescapeglobal.com

*Use discount code EW0214 and save $2 per player

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Big Mozz Mozzarella-Making Class

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You haven’t had mozzarella until you’ve eaten it fresh. Grab a partner and join Big Mozz for a simple virtual lesson in making the tastiest mozzarella cheese you’ll ever have.

$59, bigmozz.com

*Use discount code "ilovemozz" for $10 off a Mozzarella-Making Class (expires 2/28/21)

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Actually Curious Curiosity Edition

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Raise your hand if you are looking to get closer to loved ones or a partner! This deck of color-coded question cards from Actually Curious will get you opening up about everything from a debate on time travel vs. eternal youth to the meaning of “perfect."

$25, actuallycurious.com

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Bartesian Cocktail Machine

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Gathering at your favorite watering hole may be a no-no right now, but this clever gadget allows you to play bartender and create the perfect cocktail (or mocktail) at home with the touch of a button. It's 5 o'clock somewhere...

$349.99, bartesian.com

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Budsies Buddy Pillows

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We all miss hugging the people we can’t be close to right now, so these Buddy Pillows are the next best thing. Send a pillow adorned with a photo of yourself (or another loved one!) to someone special so they can feel the love until the next time you can be together.

$49-$59, budsies.com

*Use discount code VALENTINESDAY for 15% off (expires 2/14/21)

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Denim Pet Sleeping Bag

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If your quaran-team includes a dog or cat that loves to burrow under the covers, then treat your fur baby to this cozy, Sherpa-lined sleeping bag from the Company Store.

$54-$64, thecompanystore.com

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ēdn SmallGarden

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If you or someone you love doesn't exactly have a green thumb (no one judges you for killing that “easy to maintain” succulent), consider the Wi-Fi powered SmallGarden. Thanks to an app that helps to regulate water and light, your fresh herbs, greens, and flowers are guaranteed to grow and thrive all year-round.

$199.95, edntech.com

*Use discount code BETTERTHANROSES for free shipping

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The Good Snail Greeting Cards

Sure, texts and emails are great… but nothing beats some good old-fashioned snail mail. The folks at the Good Snail have a delightful selection of witty cards that you can fill out online and they’ll deliver right to your loved one’s mailbox!

$6 plus shipping, thegoodsnail.com

*Use discount code EW20 for 20% off

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Happy Box Galentine's Box

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Send a curated care package to a friend filled with fun, unique items that are perfect for any occasion — from celebrating Galentine’s Day to getting over a breakup. You'll definitely make someone very happy.

$53, happyboxstore.com

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Happy Dance Feel-Good Bundle

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Judging from Kristen Bell's youthful glow, you would expect her to know a thing or two about skincare — and you would be right. Her premium CBD skincare line will leave you doing a happy dance!

$56, doahappydance.com

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Jiggy 'Reach for the Stars Sis' Jigsaw Puzzle

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These beautiful puzzles from Jiggy not only feature artwork by female artists but also come with glue and an easy-to-follow video that will show you how to frame it when you’re done putting it together.

$49, jiggypuzzles.com

*Use discount code EWVIP for 10% off

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Boss Babe Pajama Shorts Set

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Let everyone in your house know who the “Boss Babe," "Queen Bee," or “Bad Ass Mama” is with these cute, comfy pajamas.

$72, losangelestradingco.com

*Use discount code EWLOVE25 for 25% off

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Nalgene Customizer

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We’re all trying to drink more water and use reusable containers these days, and now Nalgene is letting you do just that and wear your heart on your sleeve, er, Nalgene bottle. This gift is perfect for everyone, but we particularly love it for the kids in your life — send them to school with a fully customizable water bottle!

$20, custome.nalgene.com

*Use discount code HEY2021 to get 20% off two or more bottles (expires 1/31/21)

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Portal From Facebook

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Since we're all trying to stay virtually connected with friends and family during this time, why not kick things up a notch? Portal is a home-video calling device, which features a camera that follows you around the room during your call (for when you need to show off your latest TikTok dance), fun AR effects (why limit those animated dog ears to Instagram?), and built-in Alexa (multitasking at its finest).

$129-$279, portal.facebook.com

*On sale now: $30 off Portal, $50 off Portal+, and $20 off Portal TV

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Reef's Cushion Scout Mantra Slippers

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Keep your tootsies warm, stylish, and sassy in these uber comfy slippers. They're perfect for Zoom meetings, virtual dinner dates, and everything in between.

$50, reef.com

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Reshoevn8r Original Shoe & Sneaker Cleaning Kit

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The meticulous sneakerhead in your life will appreciate this shoe cleaning kit to keep their Yeezys and Jordans pristine.

$19.98, amazon.com

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TheraBox

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Treat yoself! Take care of numero uno with a box of goodies curated by a therapist and includes items for the mind, body, and soul.

$30.99-$34.99 a month, mytherabox.com

*Use discount code EW10 for 10% off (expires 12/31/21)

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Therarobe

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Weighted blankets are so 2020. Meet the Therarobe, which has all the soothing, anxiety-reducing benefits of a weighted blanket but comes with an added bonus: It feels like a big, warm hug, and who doesn’t want to gift one of those?

$200, therarobe.com

*Use discount code EWGIFT10 for 10% off

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Unicorn Cookie Cup Baking Kit by the Cookie Cups

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This adorable cookie cup-making kit is perfect for the kiddos. Not only is it tons of delicious and age-appropriate fun, but it comes with all of the (reusable) tools you will need — even the measuring cups!

$49.99, thecookiecups.com

*Get 20% off automatically at checkout through Valentines Day (2/14/21)

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Avaline Sparkling

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Need a new wine to try during quarantine? Look no further than Cameron Diaz's Avaline collection. Made with organic grapes, her clean and delicious wines — like this bottle of bubbly — are perfect for any occasion, but no celebration is necessary.

$26, drinkavaline.com

*Shipping included on 6+ bottles & 10% off on 12+ bottles

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Valentine’s Day Cheesecake & Chocolate Box by Edible

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Sure, everyone loves Edible’s famous chocolate-covered strawberries, but this year they are debuting new treats from their Bakeshop. We’re partial to this yummy box featuring brownies, cheesecake and, of course, strawberries. You’ll be sure to impress with this sweet twist on the classic.

$49.99, ediblearrangements.com

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iGourmet Martha Stewart Italian Dinner Basket

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Foodies will love this delicious Italian feast, topped off by the best Amaretti cookies they've ever had! Then save this pretty picnic basket to take on all of your future socially distanced outdoor adventures.

$149.99, igourmet.com

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Magnolia Bakery Valentine’s Day Cupcake Dozen

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We don't know about you, but the return of Sex and the City has us craving Magnolia Bakery's iconic cupcakes. They’re still just as yummy as when Carrie and the girls ate them back in the '90s… trust us, we tried them out just to be sure.

$65, magnoliabakery.com

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La Monarca Bakery & Cafe Mexican Chocolate Dunkin Set

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One of our favorite local bakeries in L.A. is offering their signature sweet treat this Valentine’s Day. You can send their tasty Mexican Hot Chocolate and Cinnamon Cookies to someone you love and support small businesses at the same time — what’s not to love? .

$17, lamonarcabakery.com

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Magnolia Bakery DIY Banana Pudding Kit & Emmy Squared Pizza-Making Kit + Live Cooking Class

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Readeo

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Argaux's Blind Tasting Kit

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Common Space Brewery Virtual Craft Beer Tasting

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Virtual Escape Global: Escape From the Alternate Dimension

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Big Mozz Mozzarella-Making Class

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Actually Curious Curiosity Edition

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Bartesian Cocktail Machine

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Budsies Buddy Pillows

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Denim Pet Sleeping Bag

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ēdn SmallGarden

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The Good Snail Greeting Cards

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Happy Box Galentine's Box

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Happy Dance Feel-Good Bundle

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Jiggy 'Reach for the Stars Sis' Jigsaw Puzzle

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Boss Babe Pajama Shorts Set

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Nalgene Customizer

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Portal From Facebook

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Reef's Cushion Scout Mantra Slippers

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Reshoevn8r Original Shoe & Sneaker Cleaning Kit

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TheraBox

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Therarobe

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Unicorn Cookie Cup Baking Kit by the Cookie Cups

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