Valentine’s Day dinner doesn’t have to mean squeezing into a crowded restaurant, ordering from a limited menu, or paying more just because it’s February 14. Some of the most meaningful (and delicious) celebrations happen at home—where you can cook together, take your time, and enjoy food made with ingredients you actually recognize. A healthy Valentine’s ...
There are lots of ways to show that you love someone: a handwritten letter, a bouquet of flowers, maybe even a home-cooked meal. On Valentine’s Day, expressing your love is the name of the game — and for many people, that means giving a thoughtful gift to your sweetheart. We asked Thrive Market employees for ...
Chocolate is like the little black dress of the culinary world. It’s versatile (have you tried it in chicken mole?), appropriate for any occasion (did someone say birthday cake?) and a classic indulgence that never goes out of style (ahem, warm chocolate chip cookies). And the best thing of all? Chocolate might actually make you ...
The most romantic day of the year is coming up, so it’s time to start thinking about healthy Valentine’s Day menu ideas ASAP. Whether you’re celebrating with a significant other or a group of girlfriends, or making it a family affair with the kids, there are plenty of ways to indulge (without all the calories). ...
[schema description]This Valentine’s Day, skip the candy bag and make some DIY hearts to share! Packaged treats are often full of chemical preservatives, added sugar, and other unhealthy ingredients. And while our version of the classic holiday treats aren’t 100 percent good for you (they’re candy, after all!), they’re a more wholesome (and keto-friendly) option ...
When temperatures rise but your craving for coffee stays strong, a frozen coffee can feel like the perfect treat — especially if it’s wrapped in a Valentine’s Day theme that blends sweet, bold, and beautifully layered flavors. This Valentine’s Day Fire & Ice Frozen Coffee recipe from Thrive Market captures all of that: cool, icy ...
So you’ve had your fill of candy hearts, chocolates, and champagne, and it’s not even February 14 yet. Try this gluten-free dark chocolate tart for a little more sophisticated Valentine’s Day dessert.
There’s something timeless about a classic sugar cookie — soft yet slightly crisp, sweet but not cloying, and endlessly customizable with shapes, colors, and decorations. A sugar cookie is a simple cookie made primarily from sugar, flour, butter, eggs and vanilla — and it’s beloved across the United States and beyond for its versatility and ...
Whether you celebrate it or not, February 14 can set up lots of expectations—we have decades of romantic comedies to thank for that. The typical date—say, a candlelit, Italian dinner—always sounds like a solid way to bring the romance. But the reality of chowing down on a garlicky, carb-filled meal will leave anyone in a ...
[schema description]Kids of all ages will love this sweet, pastel-hued fruit smoothie. Plus, pomegranate’s powerful dose of antioxidants makes it “heart”-healthy in more ways than one.[/schema]
I’m tired of whipping out the same “sexy” foods every Valentine’s Day—caviar, chocolate, champagne. Are there any other foods or ingredients that have aphrodisiac powers? —Sarah C.
Ever listen to “Close to Me” by The Cure and wonder what Robert Smith is singing about? Those breathy, restless lyrics could mean anything, but one scenario that comes to mind is the hopeful feeling that comes rushing on leading up to a hot date.
Valentine’s Day isn’t just for grown-ups—it’s a celebration of love, kindness, and, of course, sweet treats. From classroom exchanges to cozy family evenings at home, Valentine’s Day treats are the perfect way to share a little extra joy. But if you’re looking to skip the sugar overload while still enjoying something special, we’ve got you ...
What would Valentine’s Day be without pretty-in-pink sugar cookies and fire engine–red cupcakes? But while these bright bites are festive, they might not be the best thing for our bodies. A growing body of evidence has linked artificial food dyes to health risks ranging from allergy-like reactions to ADHD and even cancer.
Sweaty hands, shortness of breath, a racing pulse. Could it be love? Lust? Or just a really challenging workout? Turns out, our bodies don’t actually know the difference, but that might work in your favor.
In the lead-up to February 14, it’s impossible to walk through a drugstore without being practically accosted by aisles upon aisles of pink, fluffy gifts.
That storied, earth-shattering, life-changing love that rocks you to your core is not just in the movies. Sid and Nancy, Whitney and Bobby—love can do some seriously crazy stuff to people.
Roses are red, violets are blue, and if you send us a funny Valentine, we’ll pick you. February 14 might be the most romantic day of the year, but it doesn’t have to be all long-stemmed roses and champagne. This Valentine’s Day, we thought we’d mix it up a bit by inviting the Thrive Market ...
Getting my boyfriend a two-hour massage was the worst idea I’ve ever had.