14 Valentine's Day Gift Ideas in Toronto 2021

Strangely, this year is passing by fast. In the blink of an eye, we are almost into February. Or, what people like to call “the month of love.” Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Did you plan or get your gift yet?

Whether it’s for your significant other, friends or family, The Social Blend got you covered with this amazing gift guide that supports Toronto’s local talent and businesses. Here are 14 local businesses that make amazing Valentine’s Day gifts to make 2021 just a little bit sweeter.

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1. Sweets and Treats Galore

Sweets and Treats Galore is Toronto's #1 destination for smash cakes. Smash cakes are popular for being an interactive way to fulfill a surprise in a cake form. They are purposely designed to be smashed to reveal an awesome treat. This adorable form of dessert eating is quite innovative and we hope to see more of these concepts around. 

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4. Health Hut

For those who are trying to be more health-conscious for the new year, the Health Hut is the perfect destination for all your valentine’s feel food essentials. All products are curated with your well being in mind that surrounds the themes of natural ingredients and green beauty. They currently have Valentine’s Day packages for skincare, lifestyle and anything that screams “self-care” and destressing.  

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2. Sew Spang

This Valentine’s Day, why not shop for a cute, and perhaps a matching couple set for your Valentine? Sew Spang is a lovely small business in Toronto owned by Sarah. Sarah creates hand-embroidered and prints on everyday products such as on tote bags, pins and hoodies. Her pieces resonate a clean, simple and minimalistic style that surrounds floral, food and mundane items; things that remind you of the simple things in life that bring you joy and happiness. Check out her items in her shop here.

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5. Penny Paper Co.

Penny Paper Co is a small design studio that creates fun and cute products for the home. They have many fun and quirky products that range from stationery, candy, accessories and other adorable lifestyle items. Furthermore, Penny Paper Co has awesome card designs that are both memorable and of high quality. Currently, they are able to build custom boxes filled with all the adorable goodies that will surely bring a smile to your valentine’s face. 

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3. Sips

Romantic evenings can’t be complete without Wine. Sips Toronto is a full-service boutique that serves wine and custom gifting. In addition to food purchases, shoppers have access to a selection of wines that were only available to restaurants. A perfect addition to make wine lovers feel extra special and exclusive during this romantic holiday. Furthermore, they also offer virtual classes and tasting if you are looking for a safe event in the comfort of your own home. 

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6. Present Day Gifts

For a special individual with a more modern and chic style, we recommend checking out Present Day Gifts. Present Day Gifts has a high focus on locally made goods and customized gift boxes with a stylish modern edge. They are a premium gift box service that lets shoppers pick out the packaging and contents themselves. The content choices are divided based on the interests of “gifts for her”, “gifts for him”, and “ home,” which all have a fair range of stylish choices that will spark the interests of your significant other. Best of all, all products are sourced from local artisans, which give you a sense of giving back to the community.    

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7. SKIN.TO

Skin.To is your go-to stop for Korean and Japanese Skincare. For a valentine that loves beauty, anime and Kpop, owner Grace is your girl! Grace is a skin care enthusiast that hopes to fill in the Asian skincare gaps within the Canadian market. Her knowledge in Asian beauty definitely shines in how she curates her products, especially sourcing out products that are difficult to get for the Canadian market at reasonable prices. 

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10. Suetables

You can’t go wrong with getting your Valentine jewelry. Jewelry is a great surprise that demonstrates how well you know your significant other. Suetables is a sustainable jewelry brand in Toronto featured in a variety of popular magazines such as Flare, Marie Claire, and People’s Magazine. Their pieces are made locally with a dainty, modernized, elegant flare. Furthermore, their style and design fit the tastes of young adult professionals.

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13. Lilienletters 

Personalization is a huge winning ticket for Valentine’s Day.  An accountant by day and Toronto Calligrapher by night, Lilien provides amazing engraving services for notebooks and wine glasses. A great way to send a memorable touch to any gift. 

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8. Cocoa Woah 

Did you notice the trend in hot chocolate bombs over the holidays? We sure did! Have a bomb Valentine’s Day with cocoa bombs made by Cocoa Woah. Cocoa bombs are the new fun way to make a cozy hot chocolate. The directions are simple and it tastes delicious. 

“Just add hot milk, hot water or hot coffee and watch it explode with goodness!”

11. Roses and macarons 

Flowers and dessert are the two of the sweetest things in the world. At The Social Blend, we took note of that and collaborated with Alethea Flowers to bring you a Valentine’s Day gift set to make your Valentine’s Day just a little bit sweeter. Our rose bouquets from Alethea Flowers come in red or pink and we recently debuted our premium packaging for our macarons.  In addition, surprise your valentine with our exclusive Valentine’s Day themed macarons. A romantic yet adorable gift set. Only available for February 11-14, offering delivery to all delivery zones.

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14. Graphics by Helen 

Let’s stir in some fantasy and movie magic this Valentine’s Day. Where did you meet your significant other? Commemorate it with Helen’s artistic skills. Helen creates lovely personalized “where we met” maps that make a memorable gift to mark where everything started. 

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9. Sukoshi Mart

For a valentine that is a lover of all things cute,  Sukoshi Mart is your one-stop for all the cutest stationary, Asian snacks, lifestyle and beauty obsessions. Sukoshi Mart gives a Korean and Japanese flare to everyday items that definitely will bring a smile to your face. 

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12. Dynasty Plant Shop

During Valentine’s Day, we are accustomed to purchasing bouquets of roses for our valentine. However, what happens if your date is more of a fan of tropical plants, succulents and cacti? Dynasty Plant Shop is the perfect place to gather all their plant needs. New plants are updated daily and weekly. Surprise your valentine with something rather “unusual,” but yet beautiful. 

The Social Blend Family wishes you a happy Valentine’s Day filled with love and happiness.
Our Valentine’s Day theme boxes are only available for pickup and delivery between Febuary 11-14. Order while supplies last.
Check out our other gift ideas such as our Jellycat plushie and macaron set and our custom boxes of 9 macarons.