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Valentine's gifts that make you go ooh!

We have just the thing for your other half. No we do, honest! By Angela Sammon - 09/02/10

FOR HER

If you’ve read our Business Profile piece with Gerard Coleman on Pages 8-9 then you will already know that the Artisan du Chocolat range is the very best in the business. Just look at their Love Grows collection, especially created for Valentine’s Day.

Try the Love Grows pretty pink heart-shaped box (opictured), with concentric tree rings to symbolise growing and long-lasting love. Filled with all manner of chocolate delights, the Love Grows pink heart box comes in small and large sizes, priced at £5.99 and £24.99.

The ultimate gift is Artisan’s red heart cut-out box with a selection of treats, priced at £34.99. Visit the website at www.artisanduchocolat.com for the full, very exquisite range.

FOR HIM

Get him a drink with a difference this year. Inspired by successful screen icons such as the cast of Mad Men and Daniel Craig’s James Bond, there has been an increased demand for ‘proper cocktails’ for men, with the original men’s cocktail the Rusty Nail enjoying a revival on the New York & London bar scene.

Drambuie has answered the cries of this new breed of Mad Men-esq guys with the re-launch of the original man’s cocktail, The Rusty Nail & the launch of 2 new serves.

The Drambuie Rusty Nail is the classic whisky cocktail consisting of Drambuie — the world's best selling whisky based liqueur — and any blended scotch. The

mixing of these 2 neat spirits creates a drink with incredible depth of flavour, it is the quintessential mans cocktail.

For more information on the latest Drambuie serves for men, please visit www.drambuie.co.uk

TO SHARE

Set the mood with this gorgeous “Lovesongs” CD from Sony. The 40-track, double album is full of current and classic hits including the massive No 1 “Everybody in Love” from JLS; “Better in Time” from Leona Lewis; James Morrison’s “Broken Strings”; and legendary hits from Whitney Houston, Pink and Will Young. It’s the perfect soundtrack to Valentine’s Day!

FOR LOVED ONES FAR AWAY

If you’re separated from your loved on this Valentine’s Day then let them know you’re thinking of them with a special gift from Irish company Send a Basket!

The company are based in Westmeath and are Irish owned, with all food produce guaranteed Irish. They offer 24hr next day delivery nationwide.

It’s not too late to get something special to your someone special this year. Last order for nationwide delivery is Friday, February 12 so browse their great range of products online.

From lovable teddies to gourmet treats, you’re sure to find something here to suit everyone. And even if you’re not in love this Valentine’s Day, check out the range for new mums, birthdays, weddings and anniversaries.

Visit www.sendabasket.ie for details

It’s a time to spoil the one you love. And what better way than to treat them to a true taste of French passion? That’s why we’ve joined forces with Coeur de Lion to give you the chance to win one of five hampers packed with great tasting French cheeses.

There is no doubt that French cheese tastes great on a cheeseboard, but they are also delicious added to everyday meals. Try adding La Buche Goat’s cheese to an omelette or a slice of Pie d’Angloys melted in a butternut squash. They are guaranteed to add a little ‘Joie de vivre’ to your meals!

So, if you want the chance to win this fabulous prize, then just answer the following question –

Where do Coeur de Lion’s cheeses come from?

1 – Germany, 2 – France or 3 – United Kingdom

And send your answer with the coupon in this week's paper |(issue 13 Feb) - either from the paper or a printout of the digital copy to us. Good luck!