Five Star Gift Ideas

If your wife is passionate about bread baking and artisanal breadmaking, there are plenty of thoughtful and meaningful gifts you can consider for Valentine's Day. Here are a few ideas that may inspire you:

1. Bread Baking Cookbook: Consider getting her a cookbook focused on bread baking techniques, unique recipes, and artisanal bread making. There are many popular options available, such as "Tartine Bread" by Chad Robertson or "The Bread Bible" by Rose Levy Beranbaum.

2. Bread Baking Class: Surprise her with a bread baking class or workshop. This can be a great opportunity for her to expand her skills, learn new techniques, and gain inspiration from professional bakers. Look for local cooking schools, culinary institutes, or even online classes that specialize in artisanal bread making.

3. Bread Baking Tools and Accessories: Upgrade her bread baking tools and equipment. Consider gifting her a high-quality bread loaf pan, dough scraper, bread lame (for scoring designs on the bread), or a baking stone to enhance the quality of her bread.

4. Bread Recipe Journal: Encourage her to document her own artisanal bread recipes and experiments by gifting her a beautiful recipe journal. Include a personalized message inside to inspire her creativity and express your appreciation for her passion.

5. Bread Proofing Basket: A bread proofing basket, also known as a banneton, is a round or oval-shaped basket that helps shape the dough during its final rise. These baskets can add a professional touch to her bread baking process, giving the loaves that distinctive artisanal look.

6. Specialty Bread Ingredients: Surprise her with a selection of unique, high-quality ingredients specifically used in artisanal bread baking. This can include different types of flours like spelt, rye, or organic stone-ground flour, as well as specialty grains or seeds that she can experiment with in her recipes.

7. Bread Recipe Board: Consider getting her a personalized bread recipe board engraved with her name or a meaningful message. It can serve as a beautiful and practical tool for displaying her favorite bread recipes while adding a touch of personalization to her baking process.

8. Bread Sampling Experience: Explore local bakeries and farms that specialize in artisanal bread making. Put together a bread sampling experience where she can taste and discover different flavors and textures. This can be a fun and interactive date, allowing her to gather inspiration from the professionals.

Remember, the most important aspect of choosing a Valentine's Day gift for your wife is to show her that you support and appreciate her passion. By selecting a thoughtful gift related to her bread baking hobby, you will not only make her feel loved but also inspire her to continue growing and enjoying her craft.

Or you can get her a star map with the date of your first kiss.

David Dickason says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“Ordered a map of the stars above us when my wife and I realized that we wanted a friendship to turn into something more - gave it to her yesterday (Valentine's Day) and got a most enthusiastic response. We are best pleased!”