Chocolate gift ideas for anniversaries and your partner’s birthday

Celebrate your significant other with chocolate anniversary gifts and irresistible birthday presents.

Your partner might just be the person you know best in the world — and who knows you best, too. Through ups and downs, laughter and tears, there’s no relationship quite like it. So when it comes to marking special occasions, like your anniversary and your partner’s birthday, only the finest gifts will do.

From tokens of affection to generous displays of romance, our chocolate anniversary gifts and thoughtful birthday presents are the perfect way to say “I love you”. So, if you’re wondering what to gift the special person in your life, read on for some inspiration.

Why chocolate treats make the best anniversary gifts

As you may already know, there’s a longstanding tradition that every anniversary year correlates to a unique gift type. Your first anniversary is ‘Paper’, the second is ‘Cotton’, and so on. Until you reach Gold for 50 years together, Diamond for 60, and Platinum for those couples who reach an incredible 70 years together.

Now, sadly, there is no ‘Chocolate anniversary’. However, with its reputation as an aphrodisiac,  its versatility, and its universal appeal, there’s no denying that chocolate makes the ideal gift for any anniversary. 

No matter what flavours and textures your partner likes best, you’re sure to find a luxury chocolate gift to suit. A chocolate anniversary gift can be a petite, pocket-sized selection to accompany another present. Or it can be a showstopping hamper brimming with irresistible bites, nibbles, and tipples. 

Perhaps you already have an idea of what your partner would enjoy most. Or maybe you’re stuck on where to start. Either way, we have a host of chocolate gift ideas to make your next anniversary the best yet.

Chocolate gift ideas for anniversaries

It’s hard to escape the romance of an anniversary. These annual occasions are a wonderful way to take a moment and show our love and commitment to one another. They serve both as a declaration of your commitment and as an intimate appreciation for each other’s dedication over the past year.

If you’re looking for romantic chocolate gift ideas for your next anniversary, here are some treats we think you’ll love.

A little something

For a little treat that says a lot, look no further than our small chocolate packs. Ideal for surprising your partner before they head off to work or pair with a traditional gift, our Everything Pocket Selection features a carefully curated array of our best-loved recipes.

Alternatively, for a small gift that still exudes endless sophistication, there’s our elegant Pink Champagne Truffle Tin.

The main attraction

Are you and your partner coming up to a major anniversary milestone? It might be your first year of marriage, your 10th year together, or a wonderful five decades of love. Such milestones deserve nothing but the best, so bring an extra sense of celebration to the occasion with a standout anniversary chocolate gift.

For those looking to gift something heartfelt and indulgent, there’s our Signature Cabinet. Your partner will lift the lid to reveal three tiers of our most iconic truffles, pralines, caramels, filled chocolates, and more.

Or, to really celebrate, why not go for our Tipples & Treats: Chocolate & Fizz Collection? The perfect way to say “Happy Anniversary”, this gift collection includes a generous selection of chocolate treats and a mini bottle of our Classic Prosecco.

Romantic chocolate gifts to share

Anniversaries offer a wonderful opportunity to give — but they also provide a chance to share. While you may be searching for a gift your partner will adore, it’s worth remembering that anniversaries conjure a unique set of gift considerations. You have to balance romance, sentimentality, and your partner’s tastes, of course, but why not look for a chocolate gift that creates a shared experience?

Milk, white, or dark?

Perhaps the most divisive question in the world of chocolate is white, milk or dark. However, regardless if you are aligned on your tastes or in conflict, we have some delicious ideas for you.

For couples who love white chocolate, few can look past our mouth-watering Vanilla White Hot Chocolate Sachets. What better way to celebrate your time together than by enjoying a sumptuous mug of drinking chocolate while you curl up and watch a favourite film together?

Milk chocolate fanatics flock to one of our most popular choices, like our Milk to Caramel Sleekster, while dark chocolate aficionados will appreciate the depth and nuanced flavour profiles of our

Meanwhile, couples who enjoy a little bit of everything can indulge in our Large Chocolate Dipping Adventure, an opulent collection of milk, white, and caramel chocolate pots, ready for melting. Our take on a chocolate fondue, each chocolate pot melts beautifully to create a glossy dip. Dunk your marshmallows, pretzels, biscuits, and other nibbles for a chocolate gift that creates a feast for your senses.

Thoughtful chocolate gifts for your partner’s birthday

Romance doesn’t have to be limited to anniversaries. If you want to show your partner just how much you care on their next birthday, we have plenty of gifts to do just that.

For the one who knows exactly what they like

Does your partner have a firm favourite when it comes to chocolate? Perhaps they can’t get enough of our White Chocolate Eton Mess chocolates or like to have a secret stash of our silky-smooth Gianduja Bombes in the cupboard at all times.

If you know what your loved one loves best, why not go for a surefire winner and treat them to their favourite Selector pack? Choosing chocolates you know they’ll enjoy shows that you’ve listened to their preferences and taken them to heart, making the gesture even more thoughtful.

You could even mix and match with our 3 for £15 offer to keep the celebration going.

For the one who appreciates barista-grade drinks

Is your significant other a fiend for cafe-quality drinks? If they can’t get to work without their mocha or enjoy a hot chocolate treat at the weekend, we have the perfect birthday gift — the Velvetiser.

Our unique hot chocolate maker heats, stirs, and whips drinking chocolate flakes into a satisfying cloud-like consistency. Plus, it’s not just for hot chocolate. Toast to a special occasion with a delectable Velvetised cocktail. Or encourage your partner to set up their very own hot chocolate station, complete with a variety of drinking chocolate sachets and toppings. 

Is it a milestone birthday coming up? Our Hot Chocolate Gift Set is the ultimate hamper for fans of drinking chocolate. It features the Velvetiser and our Pod Cups, along with a whole host of luxurious treats — from hot chocolate sachets to Batons and Dunking Biscuits.

For the one who enjoys variety

Does your partner embody the ‘variety is the spice of life’ culinary attitude? We have plenty of birthday chocolate boxes that provide the chance to try truffles, pralines, caramels, and more from across our full range.

• The Happy Birthday Gift Box contains fifteen of our best-loved chocolates, all wrapped up in a ready-to-gift birthday box. From our Simple Dark Truffle to our Lemon Chocolate Cheesecake, this selection spans all our genres.

• Our Grand Chocolatier’s Table offers and opulent collection of 121 chocolates. It’s brimming with single-origin chocolates, classic recipes, and our creative take on tipsy truffles — plus a whole lot more. This gift is sure to put a smile on your loved one’s face.
  
• Then there’s the Chocolate Adventurer’s Hamper, a bountiful showcase of the Hotel Chocolat range. Featuring 19 items — including Chocolate Macarons, Slabs, Batons, Sleeksters, and more — you’ll find everything from vibrant fruity truffles to patisserie-inspired creations and everything in between. Presented in a sophisticated reusable hamper, it’s sure to make an impression.

By Nicky Green