Neuhaus announces a unique gastronomic collaboration for Valentine’s Day ​

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A Symphony of Love between Michelin-starred chef Thierry Theys and his wife results in three unique chocolates for Neuhaus.

For Valentine’s Day 2026, Neuhaus, the inventor of the Belgian praline, celebrates love through the craftsmanship of Belgian gastronomy.

In a unique collaboration, the Maîtres Chocolatiers of Neuhaus join forces with Belgian chef Thierry Theys and Sofie Willemarck, his wife and restaurant manager at the acclaimed two-Michelin-star restaurant Nuance. 

Together, they translate their shared passion for flavour, craftsmanship and emotion into an exclusive chocolate collection.

Working with a chef couple driven by precision and emotion, Neuhaus transforms culinary artistry into chocolate craftsmanship.

At the heart of the collection lies the Limited Edition Love Letter Box – A Symphony of Love. 

Inspired by their own relationship, Thierry and Sofie created three chocolate hearts as a personal exchange – each designing one for the other before joining their talents in a shared creation.

A Symphony of Love

The Love Letter Box features three heart-shaped chocolates, each conceived as a personal gesture. 

Two of the hearts were created in secret. 

Thierry designed an intense dark chocolate heart for Sofie, while Sofie imagined a softer milk chocolate heart for Thierry. 

For the third chocolate, the couple joined forces to compose a third heart, symbolising their symphony of love and taste. 

Read more about the three chocolates below.

1. Dark Chocolate Heart – Speculoos, Hazelnut Praliné & Mandarin Ganache (designed by Thierry Theys)

An intense dark chocolate heart combining crisp speculoos and hazelnut praliné with a bright mandarin ganache, a refined interpretation of iconic Belgian flavours. 

2. Milk Chocolate Heart – Salted Butter Caramel & Roasted Almond Praliné (designed by Sofie Willemarck)

A smooth milk chocolate heart filled with flowing salted butter caramel and roasted almond praliné, offering warmth, comfort and subtle crunch. 

3. Red-Coloured White Chocolate Heart – Raspberry, Pecan & Vanilla with a Hint of Chilli (designed by Sofie and Thierry)

A vibrant heart where raspberry ganache meets a delicate touch of chilli, layered over a pecan and vanilla biscuit praliné. A bold yet balanced final movement. 

Together, these three chocolates form a refined expression of love, where flavour, texture and emotion are carefully composed.

A love letter written in chocolate

Presented in an elegant box inspired by a folded love letter, the Love Letter Box transforms Valentine’s gifting into a poetic, multisensory experience. Interlocking front panels come together to form a heart, echoing the idea that love is created when two individuals meet. 

A new expression of Valentine's Day gifting

Alongside the limited edition, Neuhaus introduces a redesigned assortment of Valentine Heart Boxes. These elegant gift boxes feature a contemporary motif built around overlapping shapes, symbolising two distinct personalities coming together to form something new. 

With refined lines, soft curves and a balanced palette, the collection offers a timeless interpretation of love. Each box is filled with a curated selection of iconic Neuhaus pralines, making it a meaningful gesture for partners, friends or loved ones.

Make Valentine’s Day a celebration of Belgian gastronomy 

The Limited Edition Love Letter Box – A Symphony of Love and the new Valentine Heart Boxes are available from January 19, 2026, in your nearest Neuhaus boutique and on the Neuhaus webshop. 

£31.50, Love Letter Box 

£8.50, Valentine Mini Heart Box

£30.50, Valentine Small Heart Box

£50.50, Valentine Medium Heart Box

£91.50, Valentine Large Heart Box 

£164, Valentine Majestic Heart Box 

The Neuhaus boutique in Harrogate is located on 5 James Street, Harrogate, HG1 1QS.