Trust, home cooks of all levels will be so delighted to receive this special Valentine's Day-edition cocotte from Le Creuset. It has an 8-ounce capacity and is oven-safe up to 500 degrees, so it's ideal for whipping up single-serve desserts—how sweet!

No one’s going to balk at receiving a dozen roses on Valentine’s Day. But what if you or your loved one finds this traditional gesture a bit…corny? Is there a rule against buying your true love something that’s quirkier,

Here are some wonderful and thoughtful locally made gift ideas for Valentine’s Day this year, followed by 16 places in the area that are easy to find and will help you score those romance points that are usually needed this time of year.