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VALENTINE'S DAY Essentials For Everyone - Couples, Singles, Galentine's + Kids

  • NicoleDeRosa
  • Jan 23
  • 1 min read

Valentine’s Day isn’t just about roses + candlelit dinners anymore. It's a full-on celebration of love in all its forms. Whether you’re coupled up, flying solo, planning a Galentine’s get-together, or making the day extra sweet for the kids, February 14th is really just an excuse to lean into a little joy, connection + fun.


That’s why I’ve rounded up Valentine’s Day essentials for everyone, from cozy couple must-haves + self-love treats for singles, to playful picks for Galentines + kid-approved goodies that make the day feel magical. No pressure, no clichés, just thoughtful ideas to help you celebrate love exactly the way you want to!



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Also, here's a look back at a few of my previous Valentine's Day blog posts for more inspiration:



Gift Guides + ROMANTIC GETAWAYS




Decadent FOOD + DRINK IDEAS




Joyce's Jams - VALENTINE'S DAY PLAYLIST




Dessert Recipe - RAW CHOCOLATE PIE




 
 
 

VALENTINE'S DAY - Romantic Getaways + Gift Ideas

  • NicoleDeRosa
  • Jan 23
  • 3 min read

Updated: Feb 2


The best Valentine’s Day gifts feel personal, make someone’s life a little more fun or easier, and are often treats they want but may not make the splurge on for themselves. That said, the stress around finding a thoughtful Valentine's Day gift is real. How do you pick the perfect gift or at least find something that will make your loved ones (and liked ones) know you picked it with them in mind?


Below are some of my favorite gift ideas (or maybe a little something for yourself!)


Sweet ESCAPES


Winter is an ideal time for a last-minute romantic getaway. It’s an escape from the dreary winter stretch of time + from the monotony of the winter weekday. Here are my go-to spots for an easy romantic getaway.


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MIAMI


Hotel Recommendation: A buzzy boutique hotel in Miami, Esme is walkable to South Beach + an array of nearby restaurants and bars. Expect vibrant guest rooms with smart TVs, plus a tapas bar + rooftop pool.


TULUM


Hotel Recommendation: A luxe estate outside of Tulum, Hotel Esencia is surrounded by a white sand beach + tropical gardens. With multiple pools, full-service spa + top-notch service, you feel pampered as soon as you set your bags down.


NEW YORK


Hotel Recommendation: A resort in the Catskills, Inness is a modern getaway down a quiet country road. The Scandinavian-Americana blend of styles offers a chic backdrop to the attentive service, pretty views + food sourced from the resort’s organic farm. In warmer months, you’ll enjoy tennis courts, a pool, golf course + walking trails. But winter is a perfect getaway given the off-season prices + cozy factor.


NEW ORLEANS


Hotel Recommendation: Maison de la Luz is a luxury hotel for eccentrics, this NOLA gem is the upscale sister to the neighboring Ace Hotel. Tucked in a walkable neighborhood three minutes from Lafayette Square, the boutique guest house offers a nightly wine hour, brass room keys, standing porcelain tubs + a secret entrance to Bar Marilou.




Gifts Perfect for TRAVEL Lovers

I’ve researched, asked around, scoured my favorite retailers + tapped into my own experience + creativity to come up with this list of fab gifts (naughty + nice) to woo + wow the globetrotter on your list!


Whether gifting is your love language or you’re just looking for some inspiration, this list will earn you all the gold stars this Valentine’s Day. Nostalgia lover? Outdoor enthusiast? From big spends (like the latest mobile phones) to sweet budget gifts, I’ve got picks to cover everyone from friends + lovers to coworkers + family. Feel free to zero-in on one or do a little mix-and-match to find the perfect present!













VALENTINE'S DAY Gift Ideas For HER















VALENTINE'S DAY Gift Ideas For HIM
















 
 
 

Make It A Healthy VALENTINE'S DAY with These Delicious + Decadent Food + Drink Ideas

  • NicoleDeRosa
  • Jan 22
  • 5 min read

Updated: Jan 25




Valentine's Day is a day to put out extra love into the universe whether that means gift giving, acts of service, gifting someone your time etc. Valentine's is for EVERYONE! Shop for yourself, your significant other, your best friend, your "galentine", a first responder, teacher etc. I'm so happy to be promoting brands that I truly love + that we use in our home on a regular basis. By supporting these brands, most of which are small businesses, you're voting to keep them up + running. Their sales are intentional + they are excited to offer you some savings! SO....grab that hot cocoa (or your favorite beverage), find a comfy place to sit + check out all the wonderful brands below.


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each brand by clicking on the brand name in all caps (in blue)







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Purity’s founders made a commitment to freshness, only storing green beans for 15 months, roasting only according to the number of orders received + shipping the roasted beans to the customer within 48 hours of roasting in bags flushed with nitrogen. Purity Coffee is the only coffee Mama Joy + I will drink.


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Date Lady offers the most delicious assortment of products to please both the date lover or most discerning foodie including organic California dates, date sugar, chocolate spread + coconut caramel sauce sweetened only with... you guessed it, dates! All of Date Lady products are Non-GMO, Gluten Free + Kosher.


Dates are a fruit rich in dietary potassium, fiber, iron + magnesium. Dates contain a wide range of trace elements like boron, cobalt, copper, fluorine, magnesium, manganese, selenium + zinc! Did you know, that dates have more potassium ounce for ounce than a banana?!!! Dates are an excellent source of energy + are great for pre or post workout.





Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Toast



If you need a quick, yet festive way to kick off Valentine's Day, look no further!⁠

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💘Toast up a slice of bread.

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💘Use a cookie cutter or sharp knife to cut your toast into a heart shape (save the scraps for breadcrumbs or croutons)⁠


💘Smear generously with Date Lady's Chocolate Spread⁠ (link above)


💘 Top with sliced strawberries + sprinkles if you have 'em⁠!




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Primal Kitchen delivers on its promise of uncompromisingly delicious condiments, dressings/marinades, avocado oils, protein bars, collagen protein powder + bars + whey protein that focus on fats we love, clean ingredients + uncompromisingly delicious flavor.


Primal Kitchen products are unlike any others that you’ll find in the grocery store. The entire collection aims to satiate exquisitely with real, simple, exceptional ingredients, like avocado oil, collagen, oil of oregano + apple cider vinegar, that contain no dairy, gluten, grain, refined sugar or soy.


EAT LIKE YOUR LIFE DEPENDS ON IT, because it does. Food can lead you down a path of disease, pain + despair. Or, it means that it can lift you up to new heights so you can find the greatest amount of pleasure, joy + contentment from every moment possible. It means enjoying excellent health + wellness, loving time with family + friends, valuing a good night’s sleep, relishing a brisk workout, appreciating better productivity at work + savoring every bite of food you eat!




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Disclaimer: Information provided in this post is for informational purposes only. However, this information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product. Do not use the information provided in this blog post for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or other supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health care provider promptly. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have read in this post.

 
 
 
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