Valentine’s Day Is Nearly Here—These Are the Gifts I’m Snagging at Amazon, Starting at $10

February is just days away, conversation hearts are being stocked on store shelves, and love is officially in the air. Valentine’s Day is on the horizon, which means I’m already shopping for gifts for my nearest and dearest. Growing up, my family used Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to celebrate love in all of its forms, and I like to keep that tradition going each year with thoughtful presents for my family, my friends, my partner, and myself.

While flowers are beautiful, I think the best gifts are everlasting. This year, I’m skipping the classics and buying my food-obsessed loved ones the kitchen products they’ve been craving. Whether you’re searching for big-ticket items like a KitchenAid stand mixer or a mini-yet-mighty heart-shaped waffle maker, this list features delicious Valentine’s Day gifts at every budget, and prices start at just $10.

Amazon’s Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Cooks

• KitchenAid Artisan Mini 3.5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer, $380
• Le Creuset L'Amour Medium Silicone Spatula, $15
• Cuisinart 10-Piece Stainless Steel Knife Set, $27 (originally $50)
• Staub 3.5-Quart Braiser, $170 ($270)
• Le Creuset Stoneware Heritage Rectangular Dishes, Set of 3, $135 (originally $195)
• Martha Stewart Eastwalk 14-Piece Knife Set, $48
• Pamase Wooden Heart Spoon, $13 (originally $14)
• Dash Mini Waffle Maker Machine, $10

KitchenAid Artisan Mini 3.5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer

If you’re looking to mix things up this Valentine’s Day, you’re not alone. This year, I’m thinking outside the box by grabbing this mini KitchenAid in red for my best Galentine. The appliance is a longtime Food & Wine favorite, thanks to its compact size and light weight that makes it easy to transfer in and out of storage. Great for everything from breads to small batches of cookies, the 10-speed mixer features a 3.5 quart metal bowl and three attachments: a dough hook, a whisk, and a beater. 

Le Creuset L'Amour Medium Silicone Spatula

With this Le Creuset spatula, every meal is made with love. The silicone utensil is flexible, stain-resistant, and dishwasher-safe, making it great for everyday mixing, scraping, and flipping. It is soft enough that it won’t damage enameled cookware and is the perfect size and weight for folding heavy doughs, stir-frying vegetables, and everything in between. Plus, it comes with an ergonomic wooden handle that’s comfortable to hold. Grab yours today for $15.

Cuisinart 10-Piece Stainless Steel Knife Set

My partner has been complaining about how dull our knives are, so I’m snagging him this rainbow knife set from Cuisinart. It comes with ten pieces — a paring knife, a serrated knife, a chef’s knife, and a santoku knife — each with a blade cover for safe-keeping in our cutlery drawer. The stainless-steel knives are razor-sharp, and with their colorful detailing, they make a fun and memorable gift. Grab yours today for 46% off. 

Staub 3.5-Quart Braiser

This red-hot cast iron piece from Staub is perfect for braises, pasta sauces, fried fish, and more. Its enameled, textured interior makes for better browning on meat and vegetables, while the red coating is chip-resistant to ensure lasting durability. It’s heat-safe up to 500°F, and the transparent glass lid makes it easy to keep an eye on your food as it cooks. While Staub’s cookware is certainly splurge-worthy, this braiser is a total no-brainer now that it’s a whopping $100 off.

Le Creuset Stoneware Heritage Rectangular Dishes, Set of 3

Romantic meals start with gorgeous cookware, so I’m snagging myself a set of these stoneware baking dishes from Le Creuset. Not only do they cook food evenly and boast great heat retention, but right now, they’re on sale for 31% off. The set comes with a 7.5-inch, a 10-inch, and a 12.5-inch dish, and all of them nest together for easy storage. Plus, each features a scratch-resistant glaze, meaning they’ll last for years without any chips or stains, and they’re dishwasher-safe, according to the brand (although we recommend hand washing when possible).

Martha Stewart Eastwalk 14-Piece Knife Set

What’s not to love about beautiful, sharp knives at just over $3 apiece? This 14-piece collection from Martha Stewart comes with everything your Valentine needs to take on all their favorite recipes — including a paring knife, a chef’s knife, a santoku knife, a utility knife, kitchen shears, and more. Each knife is made from razor-sharp forged stainless steel, but I love that the set also comes with a hand sharpener for future touch ups. The knives all fit neatly into the gorgeous acacia wood block and come in a variety of color options. I’m buying mine in red for a traditional touch.

Pamase Bamboo Heart Spoon

Boxes of chocolate are so 2023. This year, I’m skipping the sweets and showing my love with this adorable (yet functional) bamboo spoon. The tip of the spoon is shaped like a heart, and an engraving on the handle reads “cook with love.” It even comes with a heart-shaped hole to hang for easy access in the kitchen. My mom will love using it to stir her famous soups, or as a serving utensil for her favorite side dishes. 

Dash Mini Waffle Maker Machine

With this waffle maker, you can give them your heart on a platter. The mini red appliance can make heart-shaped waffles, paninis, hash browns, and more in a flash. It heats up in minutes, and the metal plates feature a nonstick coating to make cleanup a breeze. With its tiny 4-inch cooking surface, the waffle iron is great for those who live in small spaces (or those who only want waffles occasionally, if that person exists). This is a gift that any brunch-lover will covet, and best of all, it’s only $10.