Go Local: Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Every Kind of Lover—or Friend

Go Local: Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Every Kind of Lover—or Friend

Still no clue what to give your boo? Here's a guide to finding the perfect Valentine's Day gift from 12 local businesses in Cebu!

Hey, fellow procrastinator! It’s a few days away from Valentine’s and you still haven’t found the perfect gift yet? Fret not, here’s a list of items you can buy for every kind of lover you have!

Whether it be flowers or sweets for the conventional route, something meaningful for that special person who’s quite sentimental, or gift certificates for your uyab who values needs over wants, there’s definitely worth something checking out in this list!

So while you still have the time to actually shop, start reading (and purchasing) now! (Note, we also won’t judge you if you end up buying a thing or two for yourself from this list 😉 )

Flowers from Flowers by Mama Z

Okay, let’s start this list with the most conventional—flowers. Yeah, it might sound a bit cliche but honestly, don’t you still feel kilig­ when you receive a bouquet of flowers?

If you’re opting for this surefire way to share your love, check out Flowers by Mama Z for a wide selection. Their Valentine’s Day offerings range from Php 299 for single-stemmed bouquets to Php 3,899 for bolder, bigger, and more bongga bouquets. Your choice of flowers is also unending, from daises, roses, sunflowers, carnations, gerberas, tulips, and even dried flowers! 

However, if you’re opting to go beyond flowers, you may also want to consider these curated gift boxes made in collaboration with different local businesses. These special offers include a variety of combinations of the following: a fresh flower bouquet from Flowers by Mama Z, an ice cream cake from Treattle PH, dried flowers By Elle, hand-crafted jewelry from Pour and Cure Handicraft, scented candles from KandidCraftor, and coffee from Steer & Stir Café. They range from Php 979 to Php 2,569.

For orders and inquiries, you may contact Flowers by Mama Z through their Facebook or Instagram.

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Sourdough Donut Bouquet from Alie’s Handcrafted Baked Goods

Now here’s a bouquet with a twist! For your cherished loved one who can’t decide between flowers and sweets this month, donuts from Alie’s Handcrafted Baked Goods are your answer!

For the price of Php 1,200, you get 10 flavored donuts, all baked with care as each sweet treat takes about four days to create. Flavors range from chocolate, pistachios, mocha, and fruits. We also dare say the texture of sourdough makes these donuts fluffier, less oily, and lighter compared to other normal donuts you’ve tried.

This bouquet will also really make your loved one squeal in awe. With its massive size, our eyes literally dropped wide open upon first glance at this delectable gift. 

For orders and inquiries, you may contact Alie’s through their Facebook or Instagram.

Customized Teddy Bears from Crafted Trails

When was the last time you hugged a teddy bear? Try to gift this feeling of childhood warmth by gifting your sentimental uyab (or yourself—we surely did!) a special hand-sewn memory bear from Crafted Trails!

Apart from being cute and super Instagrammable, these bears can be customized to a color or design you prefer, and they even come in various sizes ranging from Php 275 (5 inches tall) to Php 780 (16 inches tall). Other than that, you may also request for a name or letter to be sewn on the bear, an added factor that really brings out a more vintage feel.

We honestly can’t stop fangirling over these bears, enough to buy our own because honestly, who doesn’t miss getting comforted by your own teddy bear?

For orders and inquiries, you may contact them through their Facebook or Instagram.

Valentine’s Day Cakes from Baked Cravings Cebu

If you’re looking for a gift for your sweet tooth lover, consider Baked Cravings‘ cakes!

This year’s lineup of V-day cake offerings gives off the minimalist designs Baked Cravings became known for while bringing in a touch of romance with the colors and flowers used. They’re also sharing with the public a new flavor—their own take on fresh-fruit mango cake! The cakes come in their standard flavors – chocolate, and vanilla.

Prices range from Php 400 for a Petite Cake, Php 950 for a Mango Cake, and Php 1,200 for a 6×4 Chocolate Ganache Cake. Check these offers because you seriously can’t go wrong with bringing cakes to any event. 

And if you’re looking for something to pair that cake with, Baked Cravings has collaborated with Istorya: Specialty Coffee. For Php 600, you’ll get a box of their Valentine’s Day petite cake, cookies, and a choice of cold brew or cold white brew. Check this trio out for the perfect blend of bitter and sweet!

For orders and inquiries, you may contact Baked Cravings through their Facebook and Instagram.

Couple Leather Items from Maudern Leather

If you’re looking for “couple” gifts that are not just cute, but also practical, check out Maudern Leather‘s personalized leather products!

Planning on taking a trip together soon? Go grab matchy passport holders (Php 299) or luggage tags (Php 250). Need something for everyday use? Matching tote bags (Php 750), cord wrap organizers (Php 350), or coin purses (Php 250) can be an option! Did we also mention that all these products can be personalized with your names?

Oh, and for this Valentine’s Day period, they’re offering these products for buy one take one! So go ahead, it’s really the perfect time to go twinning. It’s actually sweet and not as cheesy as you think!

For orders and inquiries, you may contact them through their Instagram.

Clothes from Feline

Go ahead and grab that outfit your uyab‘s been eyeing for weeks through Feline‘s wide range of clothes! For your girlfriend who just can’t seem to stop adding clothes to her cart, this is the perfect gift.

With minimalist yet classic and timeless styles, Feline’s clothes are perfect to wear on both work and leisure days. Can we also say that quite honestly, we believe surprising someone with clothes gives a different kind of kilig? It’s not only practical, but we can’t help but feel touched knowing our partner has been attentive to not only our needs but also our wants! 

For orders, you may visit their website. You may also contact them through their Facebook or Instagram pages for other inquiries and concerns.

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Croissants from 5G Coffee House

How about treating your foodie queen to a delicious box of croissants? This Valentine’s season, Cebu-favorite 5G Coffee House is offering box sets perfect for a romantic gift.

For Php 380 or Php 750, your special someone will get a taste of some of their must-try flavors, strawberry and triple chocolate croissants. These croissants have really been a favorite of some locals due to the perfect crunch and flaky texture with every bite.

So, what better way to celebrate the special day than with something deliciously filling? As they said, the perfect way to a man’s heart (or woman’s) is through their stomach, and we definitely agree!

For orders, you may fill up their order form. You may also contact them through their Facebook or Instagram page for other inquiries and concerns.

Handcrafted Resin Gifts from Pour and Cure

Here’s another gift idea for your sentimental lover. Should you wish to immortalize a special moment shared between you both, Pour and Cure can do so through their handcrafted resin gifts.

A few worth-mentioning samples are umbilical cord-keepsakes and wedding bouquet-keepsakes that some customers wanted to materialize in remembrance of these special events. So, should you have any memory you want to remember for a lifetime, check out Pour and Cure’s products. 

Other than this service, Pour and Cure also offers other resin artifacts that are usually available on-hand pop sockets (Php 199) to key chains (Php 180-200.00), and necklaces with preserved flowers (Php 250-310), there’s really something fitting for everyone’s budget. They’re also offering Valentine’s Day curated boxes in partnership with other local businesses including Flowers by Mama Z

For orders and inquiries, you may contact them through their Instagram.

“Me Time” Gift Certificates from NÉW Lounge

Okay, for your Cebuana girl who’s practical AF, why not go for needs instead of wants?

Nothing really beats blessing your loved one with that well-deserved “me time”, and a sweet relaxing time at NÉW Lounge can be a unique gift she’ll enjoy. You can easily visit any of their branches to purchase their gift certificates (available in Php 500, Php 1,000, and Php 2,000 denominations) so your girl can visit for a nail or lash appointment sometime in the future. She’ll definitely feel kilig that you noticed her girl time indulgences!

NÉW Lounge has branches in Shangri-la Mactan and Oakridge Business Park. You can also book appointments through their website.

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Chocolates from The Chocolate Chamber

Here’s another standard Vday gift (in a good way)—chocolates! And what better way to give chocolates that to give Cebu’s loved source of tablea goodies, The Chocolate Chamber!

For on-the-go gifts, this local store offers a wide variety of tablea-based products ranging from cakes to chocolate bars, to drinks. However, if you could squeeze in a romantic afternoon together, we recommend trying their Chocolate High Tea (Php 750) for a unique experience.

The Chocolate Chamber has branches in Robinsons Cybergate and Robinsons Galleria. You can also message their Facebook page for inquiries.

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Hotel Stay at The Reef Island Resort

Photo: Patty Taboada

Is she the type of lover who practically lives at work and deserves THAT much-needed rest? Voilá, a romantic getaway at The Reef Island Resort can be that gift she needs.

Wouldn’t it be quite romantic to spend some one-on-one time by the beach with all the stress away? You can choose from lounging around under the sun, relieving the stress away through a good swim, or relaxing together with that much-craved massage by the spa. Cap off the night with a special Valentine’s Day dinner buffet for two (Php 3,799) with live entertainment playing in the background. We guarantee you, your partner will be up for this rare chance to escape with someone she loves!

For reservations and inquiries, you may contact them through their website or visit their Instagram page for more details.

Vinyl Records, Clothes, Gadgets, etc from The Maze Ayala

Honestly, if you’re still undecided by the end of this list, a trip to Ayala Center Cebu’s one-stop shop won’t hurt!

Already a familiar name to many locals, The Maze surely holds a huge variety of things perfect for any kind of want (or need). From clothes, shoes, gadgets, vinyl records, and other cute stuff, visiting this store is a definite way to find the perfect gift for any person.

So if you’re still looking for that gift, drop by The Maze and you’re sure to pick something up!

The Maze Ayala is located on the second floor of Ayala Center Cebu.