Looking for Valentine’s Day gift ideas in Paris that go beyond the usual candlelit dinner? Here are six very Parisian ideas, with experiences to share and gifts to choose from.

Instead of booking the first restaurant you come across, think of your Valentine’s Day in Paris as a journey for two. A queer evening, a breathtaking view of Montmartre, a cooking class, a mystery night in a 5-star hotel, ginger tea and a crystal heart… So many ways to give a Valentine’s Day gift that’s also a moment to experience.

1. Love Bazar at Lou Diprey: the queer evening that’s a change from the classic dinner party

For an original Valentine’s evening in Paris, head for the Love Bazar at Lou Diprey. Low ceilings, velvet banquettes, intimate bar: the address has the allure of a hidden club. On stage, Misty Phoenix leads the very first queer dinner-show in the capital, surrounded by performers and dancers.

Dinner is served during the show, between pop covers and choreographic tableaux. The atmosphere is festive and inclusive, perfect for couples who want a Valentine’s Day on the move, far from the too-wise tête-à-tête.

2. Terrass” Hotel: romantic rooftoop over the rooftops of Montmartre

If you’re dreaming of a romantic Paris experience with a view, the Terrass” Hotel remains a sure bet. On the rooftop, winter is reinvented in an “urban ranch” style: raw wood, golden light, unobstructed views over the rooftops and the Eiffel Tower in the distance.

We share a cocktail, a few plates to munch on, before extending the evening at Restaurant Edmond, just below. Ideal for a February 14th evening that’s all about panoramic views, from sunset to nightcap.

3. Cooking classes for two at Halle Flachat

In Asnières-sur-Seine, Halle Flachat has become the new gourmet playground of western Paris. Culinary stands and a central bar set the tone in the nave. For Valentine’s Day, the venue is offering a special couples’ cooking class on February 13, from 7 to 8.30pm.

In 1 h 30, you’ll prepare a Valentine’s Day menu under the guidance of a chef, before enjoying it on the spot. It’s a very practical gift-experience: you learn new techniques, cook together, and leave with recipes and a souvenir of a shared apron. These workshops return every week, so it’s practical if you want to extend the ritual for two.

4. Love Roulette Staycation Season 2: the mystery night in a 5-star hotel

Staycation’s Love Roulette Season 2 ticks all the boxes when it comes to Valentine’s Day gifts for gambling couples in Paris. For €249, you book a mystery night in a 5-star hotel in the capital: the address remains a secret until you arrive.

Spacious room, sometimes spa, extended breakfast, included experiences… The idea is to let yourself be surprised, without planning anything, by offering a luxury interlude for two. This is a limited edition, so look out for it very soon, on February 14.

5. Betjeman & Barton Ginger Lover bottle: green tea & ginger to share

For an indulgent but light Valentine’s Day gift, Betjeman & Barton’s Ginger Lover Bottle is the perfect alternative to a box of chocolates. In its graphic red box, Sencha green tea blends with young ginger.

In a cup, the texture is fresh, almost tonic, with a vegetal sweetness enhanced by a lemony note. Brew it after dinner, or on the morning of February 14th, as a little ritual of intimacy. The 120g tin at €29.60 promises several weeks of complicit breaks.

6. Souffle d’Amour by Lalique: the jewel-talisman

Finally, for those who prefer a Valentine’s Day gift to keep for a long time, Lalique’s Souffle d’Amour pendant has all the makings of a small talisman. In Lalique’s Air collection, Chapter I, the company offers a blown crystal heart reminiscent of a balloon ready to take flight.

Worn on a white or red cord, it gently captures the light. The pendant is priced at €170, with silver or gold-plated chains ranging from €140 to €220. A discreet piece of jewelry to keep close to the skin long after February 14th.

📍 Practical information

Love Bazar at Lou Diprey – 77, rue du Faubourg-du-Temple, 75010 Paris. Queer dinner-show, special dates around Valentine’s Day, reservations recommended.

Terrass” Hotel – 12-14, rue Joseph-de-Maistre, 75018 Paris. Rooftop and restaurant Edmond, ideal for a sunset drink followed by a panoramic dinner.

Halle Flachat – 14, rue Henri-Martin, 92600 Asnières-sur-Seine. Halle gourmande with cooking workshops, special Valentine’s Day session on February 13 from 7 to 8:30 pm.

Love Roulette Season 2 – Staycation. Valentine’s Day mystery experience at €249 in a 5-star Paris hotel, booked via the app.

Ginger Lover bottle – Betjeman & Barton. Sencha green tea with ginger, tin 120 g, €29.60, available in stores and online.

Souffle d’Amour – Lalique. Crystal heart pendant on cord, €170, chains optional.

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