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5 last-minute Valentine's Day gifts you can buy in Eugene

5 lastminute Valentines Day gifts you can buy in Eugene
Give your sweetheart the gift of coffee, tea, flowers, plants or chocolate from around the city.
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Valentine's Day gifts for friends: Shop cookware, charcuterie boards, cameras

We rounded up popular Valentine's Day gift ideas for friends this year. Shop Bella cookware, Fujifilm instant cameras, charcuterie boards and more.

Did you know Valentine’s Day is coming up this Friday? Most people do, but not everyone has a gift yet. If you haven't made dinner reservations or ordered two dozen roses for your sweetheart, don't worry — there are still plenty of creative, last-minute gifts to be found around Eugene and Springfield.

Hand-pick a bouquet at Rhythm and Blooms

What says Valentine’s Day better than a beautiful bouquet of flowers? Rhythm & Blooms offers both pre-arranged and "make-your-own" flower arrangements for last-minute romantics. If you're unsure what to choose for your special someone, the florists will be happy to help you put together the perfect bouquet.

Details: 24th and Hilyard, (541) 485-4659, www.rhythmandblooms.com.

Be sweet, and give the gift of Euphoria Chocolate

What comes to mind when you think of Valentine’s Day? Chocolate is probably near the top of the list. Euphoria Chocolate Company offers a variety of handcrafted confections, including Valentine’s Day specials like cherry truffles, strawberry and champagne truffles, chocolate hearts, Amaretto truffles, and more. Their regular chocolate selection is also available for those looking for classic favorites.

Details: 21 Oakway Road, (541) 343-0407, euphoriachocolate.com.

Celebrate Pacoritines with a coffee-themed gift basket

Wake your Valentine up with the best cup of coffee around — served in a brand-new mug! One of Eugene and Springfield’s favorite coffee roasters, Caffè Pacori, is offering a Pacoritines Day gift basket. The set includes a one-pound bag of coffee beans, two special mixtape mugs designed by a local artist, and two M.U.S.C.L.E. toys. This quirky present is sure to delight caffeine lovers everywhere.

Details: 255 Wallace Street, (541) 868-1256, www.caffepacori.com.

Houseplants from Down to Earth last longer than flowers

Though red roses are a timeless Valentine’s Day gesture, a houseplant might be the perfect gift for the more practical Valentine. Down to Earth carries a variety of houseplants in all sizes, including many that require little maintenance. If you’re not sure which plant to choose, the staff is happy to help you find the perfect fit.

Details: 532 Olive Street, (541) 342-6820, downtoeartheugene.com.

Pour and Steep the gift of Portal Tea

If coffee, flowers, or chocolates aren’t quite right, maybe a cozy cup of tea will do the trick. Portal Tea Company offers a selection to suit any taste, including matcha, white, black, chai, herbal, and caffeinated blends. Their teas are both affordable and beautifully packaged—plus, you can pair your gift with one of the mugs available in their downtown shop.

Details: (541) 636-3021, 41 W Broadway, www.portaltea.co.

Samantha Pierotti is the food, drinks and "things to do" reporter for The Register-Guard. With tips on restaurants or local happenings, you can reach her via email at spierotti@gannett.com.

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